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Even though it is hard, you have to push yourself to meet your protein and water goals. Do this even if you have to take sips consistently throughout the day. This will help you to feel better. Also, are you walking at all? That also makes you feel better. I had fatigue problems for a solid 2 months post-op, but it got better slowly but surely. The early days post-op are very tough, but the more you push yourself to get water and protein in and get up and moving, the faster you will heal. Good luck!

I am in Orlando and self pay. My original surgeon didn't offer complication insurance. Therefore, I opted to go to Dr Illan in Tijuana, MX where I paid less and was able to buy medical tourism insurance. It covers me for 6 months post surgery and I can go to local doctors. Luckily, my doctor has very few complications and I am doing great!!!

You got this!

5 days post op own 15 lbs!!!

I got home late last night from an exhausting nine-day work trip to Tampa. Even with all the disruption to my normal routines, I still lost a little over 1 pound (and I had red wine every day of trip). My partner was able to go with me, thank goodness. My weight loss journey and transformation was a central focus and topic of conversation the entire time as I have known many of these colleagues for 10 years or more. As has always been the case during my journey, I answered questions honestly and spoke of my pre-op, surgery, and post-op experiences. I got nothing but support, congratulations, and best wishes from anyone. And one person even confided in me that my success has given her the confidence to schedule an appointment with her PCP to talk about WLS. This is why I have been transparent. That decision may not be for everyone, but I will certainly never regret it. Now, I move onward (thankful that I am back home and I can settle into my normal food and drink routine!).

Steak or a pork chop. If I have a small steak I might have an egg. Early on I had a shake. Then later I had baked fish. Your first meal of the day doesn't have to be breakfast food.

I had RNY gastric bypass surgery. I lost weight quickly. Those who have sleeve surgery generally lose weight at a slower pace and encounter many stalls along the way. [Someone on the board even created a slogan for it called "Embrace the Stall"]. My weight loss came to an end around 7 months and I transitioned into a maintenance phase. Sleeve patients can achieve the same degree of weight loss but it is over a longer time period. Many are still losing weight after 2 years. It took me around 6 months before all the problems that I encountered after surgery seemed to melt away and I entered a Happy State. So do not expect the problems to disappear overnight. It will take time.

Before surgery liked EVERYTHING! My taste changed drastically... Dr told me it would return in few months. Today, 3 months later it has somewhat returned...

My favorite drink has become unsweetened iced tea. And it's great by itself but you can also add unflavored protein powder to it, which gives you some protein.

I'm just curious for those seeking the VSG. Have you always had a weight problem or has this been something you developed in adulthood? I've been obese since childhood and lost a significant amount of weight (170 pounds) using Weight Watchers about five years ago, but gained it back and then some. Keeping weight off is definitely a challenge!