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My instructions were no NSAIDS until 30 days out. For my pain immediately post op I used the Tylenol Rapid Blast (elixir) and that seemed to help fine. I wasn't in a whole lot of pain personally. However now that I'm a few months out I can take my Aleve as normal. I definitely do not take it on an empty stomach. I did once and it felt like I had bubbling in my esophagus and kinda scared me. But I drank some Water and put a little food in my tiny stomach and was fine after. I hope this helps

WOW!!!! Congratulations on your success!! Sooo inspirational! Thank you for sharing with us! You look great, I bet you feel amazing!!

I believe there was a glitch for a few days with the PM system unfortunately. Sorry...

Hi Cocoa, I just tried searching for it and nothing was found. Maybe someone can PM Alex and ask where it might be - or someone start up a new thread. Let me know and I'll pin it up for an easy find.

Heya coops!! I haven't gotten the question yet "how much more do you want to lose?" and I imagine I'll get that answer too. This look: It's so annoying! LOL Also, no worries I won't stop what I'm doing. I think the sooner I get to a healthy finish for me, people will eventually forget about this and stop getting those weird looks. Ugh!!! s4m, Hey girlie! Well if it is jealousy, I just feel like that would be surprising to me. Maybe in one case as I know personally how *hard* it is to lose weight with the band and how much *harder* it is too keep it off... But, I really just don't think it is that. Could be though, I really don't know what's going on in any ones brain... Wish I did so I'd know how to really respond!!! Someone close to me actually did say they were jealous. It made me feel weird! I told them ya know, I'm (so and so relation) to you... you should not be feeling jealous. You should just be happy for me. I haven't gotten that from that person again, and I hope I never do. I love that person very much and them feeling that towards me is just strange. Thanks girlie, I love you all too. I want EVERYONE here to be successful. Though sooner or later we ALL will be!!! The sleeve is simply a magical tool, and I see WAY more success stories here than anywhere else!!! BBJ, I find that VERY odd that only a few friends has commented on your weight loss so far. You have gone down about 4-5 sizes... that's a very noticeable difference! THAT I do chalk up to pure jealousy. There are a few that work closely with me that have not mentioned my losses yet. Though strangers notice? Yeah, I think they are jealous, especially knowing their personality. Silence speaks a thousand words!!! Hi Sadie, yes it's SO true... you just don't know until you've gone through it. Hugs!! All the best on your upcoming surgery!! Juliah, hey girlie!! I notice we are about the same as far as weight and size. That's great!! Sometimes I feel so different so it's nice to see that. Again, very strange that you have not received any comments. Well, I think you are doing FAB-U-LOUS!!! Hugs to you. Thanks ladies, I'm feeling much better. I definitely WON'T let the nay sayers keep me from rocking my sleeve! That's why I got this. If I wanted slow and easy I'd still be battling my band!!! LMAO!! No thank you!!! Keep up the great work all of you... my butterflies.

Thanks everyone, M2 - that's the problem. In my mind I'm not losing too fast at all. I think I'm pretty much losing normally. I know I don't look sick, I think I look better than I did when I ate as much as I wanted... Seattle, I think I will tell them next time that I'm following my surgeons guidelines, hopefully they will stop with the questions... Jolanda, see I used to be anorexic. I'm afraid of ever being there again, but I know I can become pretty obsessive with my behaviors. I have to work on not letting that happen. I don't feel like I'm getting there again, however I am enjoying losing at a steady pace. I don't want those comments to ruin that for me though. Like, its making me want to slow it down - but I know I shouldn't at all!

You're probably with sleeve by now! Let us know how you're doing when you're up to it!

Get ready for the ride of your life!! You will be absolutely thrilled. Let us know when you get your date!

Great! It is a nice treat when all your tasting is blah... :-) I didn't eat one single solitary Jello cup. I can't stand the sight of them. When I had my band, I became so SICK of them during the post op diet I swore I'd never have another one again. That still holds true today! LOL Also, when you get to the full liquid stage, get some sugar free Fudgesicles. OMG... heaven. I still eat them from time to time when I want some chocolate!

Hi Cho! Thank you for checking in Well it sounds to me like you are doing super great! I struggled too with getting my fluids in, getting all my proper nutrition, fatigue, nausea, etc.. but I'm now coming up on 3 months out. WOW!!! I can't even believe it's come that fast!!! Anyway I just wanted to tell you that it DOES really get better. Hang in there. The first month is always the worst, from what I've read about everyone else. For me? Yes, it was the pits! :-D I lived though, and I know you will too. Hugs!!! Keep us in the loop!

Rosa, first - welcome to VST!! We are glad you joined Now, I would've suggested you contact your surgeon but it looks like you already have. I really don't know, I think at your time out I was eating pretty normally at that point. Not hardly or nearly as much as I can eat now, but still, I could eat. I don't want to worry you at all. Everyone's journey is a little different that the next guy. It's likely you're just on the tail end to where things will start picking up for you. Have you tried incorporating supplements? They really do help so much with energy and just general feelings of good health. Protein shakes included. Make sure you get the whey protein Isolate too, that is the best for our bodies. Are you also making sure you are drinking at least 64 oz of Water? That does help so very much. Try to drink some full Gatorade as well. You need your electrolytes. I still wasn't getting enough so I now take my electrolytes in pill form. Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium and Vitamin D. Ever since I've taken these on a regular basis I've felt more and more normal. We don't eat nearly as much as we used to and we have to make up for it in other ways. At least until we can eat more in our portion sizes and can get it naturally. Please let us know how you're doing!!! Hugs to you! xx

Hello Marisela! It sounds like you do very well with the Low Carb type dieting. That makes me believe you will do wonderfully with your sleeve. That is the diet of choice, especially since your tummy will be too small to fit much of anything besides Protein dense portions. I abolutely LOVE MY SLEEVE!!! It has helped me tremendously! I am down over 40 Lbs since my pre-op diet, and I lose consistently. I was revised from band to sleeve on 9/15/10. I may not be the fastest loser here, but I appreciate every pound lost!!! I feel fantastic and I'm also down 3 sizes already. I don't regret my decision for one second. All the best to you in your upcoming journey! Please keep us posted on your updates. Hugs!!!

Hi Mama!! The days right before surgery can be VERY nerve wrecking! You are just feeling apprehensive which is completely normal. I do urge anyone though to make absolutely sure this is something you want to do. There's no turning back once you do it. However, that said - here I am THANKING MYSELF for not NOT doing it. I'm down over 40 pounds since my pre-op diet and also down 3 sizes!!! I'm very happy I did this!! My decision continuously proves that I did the right thing. Hugs to you!!

Hi Mrs, it sounds like you are doing really well!! I'm very happy for you For me the gas pain was mostly in my upper back and shoulders. It lasted no longer than week from what I can remember. I also dealt with nausea and some vomitting as well. It's the worst! I hate vomitting so much! Not that anyone necessarily likes it... lol:lol: Popsicles are absolutely fine, and are recommended by most Dr.s on the clear phase. Just make sure they are sugar free and you are good to go. Keep us updated!

Wow that is some great info. I think I did experience that to an extent. I do still in bouts to this day. I think it was the main factor is me taking so long to get back to my workout routine. I know many here have experienced this as well. All I can tell you is, at least if it happens you will know about it. It will pass...

Yayyy Tiffy!!! You look amazing and sooo happy!! Thank you so much for all your support and wisdom. I know everyone here really appreciates it! CONGRATS ON YOUR SUCCESS!! I do pray that you get your little baby wish soon! That would be a true blessing. )

Hey BigDaddy, thanks for the male perspective. I was again talking about this to DH yesterday. He told me I look great - and they don't look too small at all. He said since my stomach has shrunk away it makes the boobs look more pronounced. Ah, he's such a great husband!!! You're right I'll just have to get used to it. I'm still going to get a minor enhancement someday though!!

Hey I hear ya Tiffy on the cold factor. I really hate it!! I always do much MUCH more in the warmer months. But... do NOT lose that mojo... we just started. ;o) Like chilo said, even if its just 30 minutes. I hope you have fun at your party!! Fleur I'm so glad to see you! It sounds like you're doing good. :0 I'm going to check on you Monday. LOL Good going Fit and Chilo!! Ok, for me all I did yesterday was my 2.25 mile walk. My muscles were screaming for a break so I didn't do anything else for the rest of the day. Its going to be awhile before I can do my 5k a day again! Today is my scheduled day off. TGGGGG!!! See you all soon!! xx

Wishing you the best for your upcoming surgery. I think you will do absolutely fabulous!!!!

I think you answered your own question there Patti! I find it much harder to stay away from Carbs during PMS... It's a lot easier the three weeks before my next Pd. You can try going 5 days super low carbs, which might help. However being that you are PMS'ing - it might be super hard. (((hugs!!!)))