February 2022 Surgery Buddies

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3 minutes ago, Teeva said:

There are a lot of sources that talk about a "3 week stall" that describes a temporary (maybe 1-4 weeks) halt in weight loss right around this time

I think someone did the maths - there's 3,200 posts about it or so It's entirely normal. Mine was in week 3, from around day 15-18 after surgery.

[LaTiaV 111]

3 hours ago, Teeva said:

There are a lot of sources that talk about a "3 week stall" that describes a temporary (maybe 1-4 weeks) halt in weight loss right around this time-- don't worry, it's normal! I've read that it's the body reacting and adjusting to the change (and making sure it's not starving). Some people say they have a big drop right after the stall ends and that they have other signs of 'progress' during this time. It might be a good decision to weigh yourself less frequently, like once a week or so, so that you don't agonize too much over the micro-ups/downs. I personally hit this stall for about a week, quickly lost another 7 lbs and then hovered there for another couple of weeks. Keep doing what you are doing, you are totally on the right track!

Thank you Teeva,🌷

I can feel like I have lost weight and everybody tells me I look like I have lost, but I am so used to get the scale validation, it may not be healthy, like you, my sisters recommended me to weight myself less often, to avoid wrong decisions while chasing a smaller number. I had some other issues yesterday I went to ER ( long story) they found my Potassium was low between other things, today I will follow up with my surgeon and my nutritionist to see what is going on.

[LaTiaV 111]

4 hours ago, MiniGastricBypassDude said:

I think someone did the maths - there's 3,200 posts about it or so It's entirely normal. Mine was in week 3, from around day 15-18 after surgery.

Aha!! well, yes I read so many of those this week, thanks, I found this website after my surgery so I have a lot to catch up. The newest thing I discovered is "foamies" 🤧

[fourmonthspreop 525]

Anybody else anemic? I found out from blood work and waiting for doctor to tell me what to do next. I'm 22 days post op. Iron supplements? Blood transfusion?

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[ElleyOtter 8]

On 3/3/2022 at 7:53 AM, Doddlemom said:

Has anyone had trouble with pooping? As in can’t seem to poop?

I do Miralax every morning and if I still haven't pooped after 2 days add a 30 ml dose of Milk if Magnesia the night of the second no-poop day. So far that's worked for me. Good luck!!

[Doddlemom 1]

On 03/08/2022 at 09:45, ElleyOtter said:

I do Miralax every morning and if I still haven't pooped after 2 days add a 30 ml dose of Milk if Magnesia the night of the second no-poop day. So far that's worked for me. Good luck!!

Thank you so much! I will start that. The miralax alone every morning isn’t enough.

[LaTiaV 111]

58 minutes ago, fourmonthspreop said:

Anybody else anemic? I found out from blood work and waiting for doctor to tell me what to do next. I'm 22 days post op. Iron supplements? Blood transfusion?

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I got blood tests yesterday, they found some issues but not anemia, I hope you get your levels up quickly.

Had you started with Vitamins? I did a few days ago but I do not know how good they will work.

[kimmernae 2]

I’m scheduled for March 14th. Having the duodenal switch and praying for the best. You all are inspiring and I’m so excited. Any one else in Northwest Missouri?

[Plumms 13]

It’s, not as bad as I imagined. I’m 22 days post-op. I’m feeling good. Still not getting all the required Protein and liquids, but trying.
You will do great!

[Lorilea 2]

I’m 15 days out on my surgery. I still feel very depressed and not like myself at all. I had a couple of good days but then went backwards, mentally. Physically I seem to be doing what I would say is normal for this stage. I just wasn’t prepared for all of it to bring me down so much.

[Plumms 13]

Sorry to hear your not back to your usual self. Just make sure your taking your Vitamins & calcium chews. Get as much Water as possible. You maybe dehydrated.
I felt sluggish when I didn’t get enough water. I’m now 22 days post-op. The dietitian said hydration over everything else is important.

Hope this helps

[Hot Mess Bypass 8]

I had my surgery 17 days ago. I dealt with a lot of pain initially, but I'm fine now. My autoimmune issues have been flaring, so that was likely the cause. I started solid food back today, though I had a few bites here and there that I shouldn't have. I've basically been non-stop starving, which I didn't expect at all.

Emotionally, it's hit me a few times, but I just tell myself good things and move on.

Now that I can eat food again, today has felt fairly normal. I don't feel like I'm starving. I can eat more than I thought I would be able to, but I'm doing good.

I was told not to start my calcium chews and B12 until 6 weeks, but my chews came in the mail today and smell delicious lol.

[emilyemiliemilu 10]

My surgery was 2/22/22 and I had some major complications. I had internal bleeding and lost almost half of my blood volume. Then I had severe pain when eating and had to be admitted for 6 days for a PICC and TPN. Was released last Saturday. Still have intermittent severe pain when eating but am working through it. Doc has set me up with thrice-weekly fluid/vitamin infusions since I am only getting about 20-30 oz of fluids per day. I also can't transition to soft foods yet since I have a blood clot in my new pouch (which is what's causing all the pain) so it's just shakes for a few more days. I haven't regretted my decision to have the surgery yet but just wish I could get back to somewhat normalcy.

[Lorilea 2]

1 hour ago, Plumms said:

Sorry to hear your not back to your usual self. Just make sure your taking your Vitamins & calcium chews. Get as much Water as possible. You maybe dehydrated.
I felt sluggish when I didn’t get enough Water. I’m now 22 days post-op. The dietitian said hydration over everything else is important.

Hope this helps

[Lorilea 2]

I really appreciate your reply. I have struggled abit getting my plain Water in with all of the Protein Drinks and shakes! I will work on that.