lmmore

Glad to hear things are getting better. It's best when you have the support.

2-3 days is average. I would not have been ready to go back to work until after two weeks (if I didn't have other health problems). But alot depends on each individuals surgery, health, and age. At 59 it took me a little longer to feel good.

I have had it happen to me, only once. It's awful. I make sure that I do not over eat. I know my stomach can hand 3 or 4 oz. but i only go to the 3oz to be sure. Measure the correct amounts in a measureing cup, and then see how it fills your bowls and plates. I use a salad plate and never have it more than half full. hope that helps.

Good question.

Yes, you will be able to walk up your stairs. I have 32 stairs and managed. But, you will be weak, and if you can have anyone stay with you for a few days, it would really help you i think.

I am so sorry for your wife. It's good that you are on top of it, to make sure this gets fixed. I will keep her in my prayers. It may be awhile, but she will get better, and this must be so much stress on you. Hang in there. If you need to vent, this is the place for it. Best wishes

Hi Angie, just checking in to see if you are okay? Rested?

Thanks Susan. I will work to make sure to keep my opinions/issues private.

Best of luck to all of you! You have made a good decision, and I can tell you've done your research. The thought of this procedure is actually worse than the reality. You still have a regular stomach, only smaller. It appeals to me that I can take all of my medications knowing they will be absorbed properly. That I don't have to worry about some foreign object moving or slipping down my stomach. And, all the issues surrounding the gastric by-pass. The sleeve is great. Just my personal opinion. I am looking forward to welcoming you all to the losers bench. :001_cool:)

Congrats to you both. It's great that you are doing this together. You both understand what each other are going through, and meals must be easier.

Quote: Originally Posted by lmmore PNW218........you picked this fight. Chillax hey sweetie! all is good! I am eating lunch, watching tv, doing a few searches online .... tell your friend to respond nicer and she won't hear from me. I have always looked out for others and have no intention of stopping now. You may think you outnumber me, but I get plenty of pm's that show otherwise. More and more Janet I am beginning to see you as toxic. For a while there I felt sorry for you, thinking that people were picking on you. But no, it was you who was always stirring up the pot. And I doubt that you will change your MO. Also, I see you giving very bad advice. This surgery is not a one size fits all kinda thing. Everyone's doctor is aware of the special needs of each patient, and there is a reason for the diet plans as they are. People not adhering to these guidelines could really hurt themselves. It's always best to err on the safe side. Oh, and by the way, I am not part of some conspiracy of people that think that they outnumber you. That is just plain paranoia. I try to be freindly with most eveyone. This forum works best when everyone is civil to each other.

PNW218........you picked this fight. Chillax

I drink the ISOPURE pre-made drink. It's like a tart Kool Aid, you can buy at GNC. 40 Grams a bottle, zero carbs. I drink half a bottle a day. I also have Pure Protein Premade Frosty Chocalte shake. 35 grams of protein 4 g carbs. I heat it in the morning and it's just like hot cocoa. Between these two drinks i get 55 g of protein, before I even start eating. Best of luck

Try not to worry. See how how your body manages to shrink. If it doesn't to your liking, you can always get a breast reduction.

That amount of Pork Rinds won't bother you. But let this be a warning, that you need to follow what your doctor's plan is for you to eat. Goodlife is right, you need to give time for your tummy to heal, and that's 6 weeks minimum. And even then, you should wait on eating raw vegatables and dense meats.

Yeah, you do not want to take diarhetics right now. You could suffer dehydration.

This is from Tiffykins........she has the best research. Hope this helps. The first links are other VSG patients that are further out. Long-term Sleeve Experiences - 2 Years on January 15, 2010 9:11 pm Diligence-is-always-required Stalls-Happen Update-from-a-2-Year-Post-Op-VSGer 2-year-surgiversary-and-feeling Two-and-one-half-years-post-op TWO-YEARS-YALL Just-Passed-My-2-Year-Surgiversary questions-for-post-ops-2-years-out-or-more 2-years-out-food-amount-info anyone-2-years-out Happy-2-year-anniversary-to-me 2-years-post-op-TODAY 2-5-Years-After-a-VSG Everday-life-at-2-5-years-out 2-1-2-year-update Has-it-really-been-2-years 2-1-2-year-update Two-Year-Surgiversary 2-year-update-portrait-of-a-heavyweight-a-bit-late Two-year-surgiversary 2-and-1-2-years-later 2-years-since-my-surgery-any-advice-on-face-lift 2-year-post-op-pics Two-Years-Before-amp-After-Pic 2-year-update-portrait-of-a-heavyweight-a-bit-late Thought-you-might-enjoy-an-update-with-a-few-pics Busybusymom-is-back-2-years-post-op TWO-YEARS-BABY Any-old-timers-still-lurking-the-boards Long-term Sleeve Experiences - 3 Years on June 8, 2009 10:43 pm Three years out Three and a half years after Vertical Gastrectomy My Story A quick 2 year and 3 year VSG update Third Year Surgiversay Not always easy but always worth it Very Discouraged 3 years out Links for researching the VSG on March 15, 2009 11:18 pm Here are some links I've collected when I was researching the sleevehttp://www.asmbs.org/Newsite07/resources/Updated_Position_Statement_on_Sleeve_Gastrectomy.p df. - includes reports of early studies LapSF Educational presentation to FACS - includes some 2 year results LapSF Two Year Study LapSF Five Year Study - abstract only LapSF Five Year Study - presentation (requires Windows to play) Literature review on the sleeve - requires $$ to get the full text unfortunately (Totally worth the money) Sleeve best for over 50 crowd Video of a sleeve with lots of education discussion Video of a sleeve that is more about the operation Ghrelin levels after RnY and sleeve Ghrelin levels after band and sleeve Diabetes resolution in RnY vs. Sleeve Comparison of band to sleeve - literature review I used this website a lot. I paid for some of the full articles that grabbed my attention based on the abstracts. There are several articles that you can comb through that interest you. Once you read an abstract, on the right hand side of the page, there are other related articles listed that you may find interesting. SpringerLink - All Content Items SSAT - SSAT 2008 Annual Meeting Abstracts - Laparoscopic Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy for Morbid Obesity: a Report of a Five-Year Experience with 750 Patients</b> Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy (LSG) In Morbid Obesity: Review https://www.highbeam.com/reg/reg1.as....html&full=yes This was recommended to me for post-op options for meals, and just a guide. [ame=http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0061242853?ie=UTF8&tag=mybiglife-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0061242853]Amazon.com: Before & After, Revised Edition: Living and Eating Well After Weight-Loss Surgery (9780061242854): Susan Maria Leach: Books[/ame] [ame=http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0061242853/][/ame] [ame=http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0061242853/]Amazon.com: Before & After, Revised Edition: Living and Eating Well After Weight-Loss Surgery (9780061242854): Susan Maria Leach: Books[/ame] This one is cool because it shows a significant decrease in ghrelin with VSG patients vs. RNY patients. Weight loss, appetite suppression, and changes in ... [Ann Surg. 2008] - PubMed result Abstract on diabetes/glucose/insulin regulation with VSG vs. RNY stating that at 3 months out with the patients studied, RNY and VSG had no marked difference in improved lab results with their glucose showing that rerouting is not always necessary for resolution of this particula co-morbidity. Improvement in glucose metabolism after bariatric ... [Ann Surg. 2009] - PubMed result Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy: an innovative new tool in the battle against the obesity epidemic in Canada Edit to add: If my insurance would not have come through with my revision, I would have traveled to Mexico, and my choice in surgeon was also Dr. Aceves as a revision surgeon. There are a lot of really great surgeons in Mexico and the U.S. it really all depends on your comfort level, and what you want and need from a program.

Try not to worry too much. I know easier said than done. But, you've read everyone's experience and all of this is pretty normal. We all have in the back of our minds the worry of a leak. But it does no good to worry about it.......and the percentages are so low.

by two weeks, you should be able to eat more than a teaspoon, and you should be able to get your liquids in. I suggest calling your doctor if you cannnot eat. It was hard for me to get all that stuff in, in the first two weeks, but I was able to eat a jar of baby food, or a SF jello, etc.

My gut was painful for a while because my doctor said they did a lot of poking in me. I was borderline for not being able to do laproscopic. They did it, but it was tight in there. You have to remember they put a lot of instruments in there to make this happen, and move a lot around in there. This is not just a snip snip procedure. It's only been 4 days......you'll get better everyday. If you don't feel a little better by Monday, see your doctor, or go to the ER. But what you're stating is pretty common.

probably. what's your temperature? That is one of the first signs?

A PPI reduces the hunger, are you on Prilosec or nexium? Often people get hungry if they have eaten carbs. Are you getting 60-70 grams of protein? Are you drinking 64oz of water? Stalls are common in the 3rd week. I went 9 days without losing a lb, but i just hung in there. Be patient if you follow the rules, it will work. Best of luck

I was in 2 1/2 days. Which is just about right. I dislike hospitals, and recuperate better at home.

No, but it happened to me a long time ago with another operation.....went away after a few weeks.

welcome to the losers bench