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On 06/20/2023 at 20:11, pamelacoa@yahoo.com said:

I had a sleeve on 6/14. I’m struggling. I guess textbook I’m doing ok- no nausea or vomiting, drinking ok and getting around. But I’m just down. I had horrible pain the first two days but that’s gone. But my stomach just hurts if I don’t sip and hurts when I do. I’m bored out of work, but no motivation to go or do anything. I’m very weak and fatigued. I don’t seem to even have joy that I’m losing weight. Idk what’s wrong with me.

This sounds exactly how I felt the whole first week after my surgery on June 2. It was so much harder emotionally, mentally, and physically than I was prepared for. I had issues with dehydration/diarrhea, incision area allergic reactions to the liquid bandage stuff they used, it was hard. You will get through it, please just keep that in the back of your mind! I started sipping a little caffeine (some coffee with my protein shake) and it helped me feel a little more like myself. Each day I had a little more energy. Now I feel almost totally normal! It will get better, just hang in there until it does!

Thank you so much for this, I actually think coffee would help my mindset too! Maybe tomorrow I’ll go to Starbucks and get something skinny and SF and add my protein to. I’m glad you’re doing better!

15 minutes ago, pamelacoa@yahoo.com said:

Thank you so much for this, I actually think coffee would help my mindset too! Maybe tomorrow I’ll go to Starbucks and get something skinny and SF and add my Protein to. I’m glad you’re doing better!

My whole worry has been no support from family, so I had to be strong for myself. I have lottery been getting in like 2 miles worth of steps daily.

Hi everyone. Congrats on your surgeries. I had revision from band to bypass 5/15. Still suffer a bit with fatigue. I had drains and the incisions from those are still open and red. Very tender. Sent pictures to nurse. She said just clean them. I just started regular food.
Yes things taste different
My doc prescribed Celebrex and extra strength Tylenol 4 hours apart and that handled the pain. My body has severe reactions to opioids so I can’t take them.
Walking 2-3 miles not every day though and I should
Almost 72 yrs old

2 hours ago, Carla Ogwin said:

Hi Pamela, I'm so sorry that you're feeling that way but I understand, I had my sleeve on the 13th. I was feeling weak and fatigued as well, I had no pain only from gas I was making myself get out yes I drove because I didn't have a choice. And once I got me some egg drop Soup and when I aye that after straining the eggs out that food made me feel like a brand new person. It will get better for you just don't give up push that devil off your shoulder and tell him not today. You got this.

Thank you for your comment, it’s nice to hear from someone in the same timing as me ! I’m glad you’re doing better. You also reminded me that I am very much listening to the whispers of the enemy right now. So, I have my bible study I have been ignoring open right now. Thank you!

3 hours ago, pamelacoa@yahoo.com said:

You’re right! And that 2 pounds is great, don’t let it bother you. You will pick up and meet your goal .

I sure hope so. I read somewhere that it can take a few weeks to see weight loss in some cases cuz your body might need time to adjust. Btw do you think sipping something warm will help you feel better?

53 minutes ago, Neka87 said:

I sure hope so. I read somewhere that it can take a few weeks to see weight loss in some cases cuz your body might need time to adjust. Btw do you think sipping something warm will help you feel better?

@Neka87 every POUND counts. Be patient with yourself. Im 5 weeks post surgery THANK GOD im doing well.

Yes sipping on something warm will make you feel better.

I've been doing that since I came home from the hospital & I truly believe that's what helped me GREATLY!

Yes don't beat yourself up, because I got on the scale 3rd day after surgery and I had gained a pound, believe you me it will come each day that go by you get stronger and stronger the pounds will start, baby you body is in shock like what happened. It's gonna happen. Negative thoughts bring negative things. Each day, get up, get out and get to moving.

Hi I am three days post op- heading into the fourth.
The first 24 hours was rough to be honest. I took hours to come around from being knocked out. I was drugged to the eyeballs which helped a lot.
I did regurgitate water for the first 30 hours which was a little frightening and unexpected but was told it was totally normal.
I got home yesterday. I was fine moving about and actually drove myself home. I went to bed afterwards a few times as I am still a little tired and not getting a full amount of sleep.
Honestly though no pill or drug is as good as the one you get when you walk back through your own door.
I’ve seen some people say they feel a bit down afterward. I haven’t had this. I don’t regret this at all. It was a conscious decision for me and my health and honestly I would do it again.
I am on two weeks of liquids at the moment and finding it difficult to get most in but doing my best so happy enough. Each day I have improved.

I had VSG on June 1 at Emory in Atlanta GA

Edited June 21, 20233 yr by Shrinking_savage

13 hours ago, Neka87 said:

I sure hope so. I read somewhere that it can take a few weeks to see weight loss in some cases cuz your body might need time to adjust. Btw do you think sipping something warm will help you feel better?

Yes! I did some broth yesterday, warm and it was a nice change

Hi everyone,

I have been dealing with severe constipation (third week since surgery). I did a bit of research and found something that is actually working for me, it is called Fiberex, it is basically concentrated prune juice with fiber. I tastes like concentrated sweet prune juice. I drink one little scoop (comes with it) in the evening and everything is fine the second day. I do not know if it will work for others but I thought I should let everyone know. Of course, before you start it, please consult your medical professional. I was just sick of taking other pharmaceutical products and tried to find something natural. Also, I put together a list of veggies, legumes that have high amount of protein and that might help you when you start incorporating them in your diet. Please see below. I hope this helps some of you.

Edamame 1 cup 18.46 grams protein

Lentils 1cup 17.86 grams protein

Pinto beans 1 cup 15.41 grams protein

Garbanzo beans 1 cup 14.53 grams protein

Fava beans 1 cup 12.92 grams protein

Lima beans 1 cup 11.58 grams protein

Green peas 1 cup 8. 58 grams protein

Quinoa 1cup 8.14 grams protein

Spinach 1 cup 5.3 grams protein

Collard greens 1 cup 5.1 grams protein

Artichokes 1 cup 4.8 grams protein

Avocado 1 cup 4.6 grams protein

Asparagus 1 cup 4.3 grams protein

Mushrooms 1 cup 4 grams protein

https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/19-high-protein-vegetables#14.-Chia-seeds

https://bcbstnews.com/bluehealthsolutions/10-most-protein-packed-vegetables/

Edited June 21, 20233 yr by MarisAthena

I'm just waiting on the go ahead from my doc, I feel like I'm ready.

Hi there, first post and my surgery day is June 29th!!! Going through the Mount Carmel Bariatric program in Grove City, Ohio. I am excited and anxious. Had my pre op surgeon visit this morning and we are all good to go. I turn 43 the day before, great way to start my next journey around the sun.

2 minutes ago, DonnaMarie Hanby said:

Hi there, first post and my surgery day is June 29th!!! Going through the Mount Carmel Bariatric program in Grove City, Ohio. I am excited and anxious. Had my pre op surgeon visit this morning and we are all good to go. I turn 43 the day before, great way to start my next journey around the sun.

Congrats! I'm 2 weeks post op,and I'll be 46 in Aug. Good luck with the preop