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Hi there, How often do you see your bariatric team and primary doctor? How often do you take antibiotics? There could be a number of things in play but only medical practitioners can diagnosis. You may need pre and probiotics as suggested but also have a look: https://msutoday.msu.edu/news/2009/msu-professor-studies-links-between-gastric-bypass-immune-system/ Do your own research, Check in with your physicians and ask them to run more extensive testing. Safe journey!

Hi Liz I am 5 years post-op RNY gastric bypass and I rarely become sick anymore. Part of this is due to the strict vitamin regiment that I was directed by my surgeon to follow. Also, I have undergone extensive blood testing once per year to fine tweak any deficiencies in my vitamins. One thing to be aware of is that antibiotics destroy not only bad bacteria but also the good gut bacteria. So it is extremely important to reestablish these colonies of good bacteria after you complete any antibiotic treatment. This is done by taking probiotics. I have also experimented with essential oils and found them to be useful. I have developed a formula that makes me almost bullet proof for the common cold and the flu.

Liquids *SHOULD* go through through you... That's a good sign, means your swelling is going down. That'll be why you are getting some hunger as well, those aggravated nerves are healing up and getting back to their normal jobs. Your body isn't defective, wait for those foods and you'll get some restriction again.

Crystal light makes mixes with stevia now. You can find them in your supermarket. Freeze some to make your own sugar free pops. Everything is too sweet for me...including the mixes I just mentioned. I just dilute everything with water. Even “no sugar added” juices have lots of sugar in them. You may want to dilute them to cut down on your intake. The bottom line is, you are the only one who will be held accountable for your decisions. Your health and progress is solely your responsibility. If you need help, folks here are always willing. Best wishes!

Thank you! That makes me feel so much better! I will search for other posts.

Welcome! I'm not from the UK, but just vacationed there (Scotland) and it was pretty amazing! Some of my pre-op prep was: Stop drinking fluids while eating meals, wait 30 min after eating to drink Learn to eat in smaller bites by using baby spoons/forks Stop carbonated drinks and caffeine (I weaned off coffee before surgery to prevent the caffeine withdrawal headache while in the hospital, plus my doc wants all his patients to be caffeine free for at least 6 months after surgery) And I started using the myfitnesspal app to track my food and fluids and still use it now, it's a big help

I wish you were in Wisconsin

WOW! Just wow! You look great! Such an inspiration.

I understand your fear and shame. First, know that the surgery is very safe and you are in good hands. The surgical team and nursing staff know their stuff and they will take care of you. Second, trust that you are a courageous person to make the decision to have this surgery. It's not easy! But you have decided to take a proactive course to live a better, healthier life. That is something to be proud of. Best wishes on your surgery and recovery!

I finally went below 400 this week. That was my first major goal. Next is 330, the weight I was at when I was probably in the best shape of my life when I played college football (6’6” 330). Then I want to tackle 250 after that as my ultimate goal. I was stalled for about 8 days at one point since I last posted and then this week I was dropping 1-2 lbs every single day until I just weighed in at 393. That is a total loss of 84 lbs thus far.