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stephmarie

Gastric Sleeve Patients
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About stephmarie

  • Rank
    Advanced Member
  • Birthday 04/24/1979

About Me

  • Interests
    I love to read and hang out with my friends and family.
  • Occupation
    X-Ray/Cat-Scan Tech
  • City
    Pineville
  • State
    Louisiana
  • Zip Code
    71360
  1. So, lately I have been experiencing some major head hunger and cravings. I keep thinking about the foods that I won't be able to enjoy and eat like I used to. I am craving soda really bad too. Does anyone else deal with cravings/head hunger?? If so, how do you deal with it??
  2. Hey there, I am doing pretty good. I have been battling nausea for about a week now so it has been hard for me to get in my protein and fluids. I used Dr. Chu in Lafayette and had my surgery at Lourdes Hospital in Lafayette. I hope you get to use a great surgeon that you are comfortable with. Have fun on your cruise!!!! Talk to ya soon....Steph

  3. Just wanted to check on you and see how you are doing after your surgery? Who was your surgeon? I have to go through the military due to we are retired Military so I do not know yet who will be doing my surgery. I leave for my cruise Aug 22 and then when I get back I will go to see my doctor on post to see what my next step is. Looking forward to hearing from you.

  4. hey ya'll....I am now 5 days post-op and I am having some serious cravings. I think I could hurt someone for some fajitas. I know it's probably just head hunger but I can honestly say at this point I am missing food. Did any of you struggle with craving food after surgery?? If so, did it pass and how did you deal with it?? I have been a volume eater my whole life and it has now sank in that I will never be able to eat like that again. Will I be able to enjoy food again and be satisfied with the small amount I will be able to eat??
  5. When were you guys able to have a bowel movement after your surgery?? It has been five days since I have had a bowel movement and don't want to get constipated. I took a little milk of magnesia yesterday but didn't want to take to much. What did you guys do about your bowel movements?? Thanks for any info!!
  6. I would love to go through this experience with you...have you decided on a surgeon or have a date for your surgery yet?? I am now 2 days post op and on my way to recovery

  7. well, I had my surgery on thursday and am now 2 days post op. I am feeling much better today. It seems like the more I get up and move the less sore I am. I'm kind of nervous about removing my q-ball tomorrow. I'm hoping the pain doesn't get worse after its removed. I haven't reached my protein or liquid goals the last two days but I'm still trying to recover from the surgery itself. Hopefully tomorrow I can really focus on those two goals. Anyway, I can't believe that I am finally sleeved and on my way to a better life. WOOOOHOOOO...HERE'S TO A MORE PROMISING FUTURE :confused1:
  8. Hi StephMarie, I am from Leesville and thinking about having this surgery...would like someone close to my area that is going through the same thing...

  9. stephmarie

    3 days until surgery

    Thanks ya'll...i am praying that things go smoothly..i will post afterwards to let you know how things went.
  10. I am finally getting my sleeve on Thursday. I am so nervous but excited at the same time. I can't believe I am getting sleeved this week!!!! WoooHoooo!
  11. Hey ya'll, I am having a heck of a time getting in my protein. I'm on my two week preop diet and have been trying to find some that I like. So far no luck. I have to force myself to drink it. What protein products have you guys come across that you like?? Any secrets on how to get my protein in?? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!!!!
  12. So, I am starting my pre-op diet on Thursday. I have to be on full liquids for two weeks and I'm nervous that I will get hungry and want to cheat. Those of you who had to do a 2 week pre-op diet, how did you guys do??
  13. Well, I was scheduled to be sleeved on June 17 but my Dr's office called and has to reschedule b/c my Dr. will be going out of town that week. So I am now scheduled for July 29th.
  14. stephmarie

    Got a Date

    Thanks everyone...I am so excited!!!! Goodlife-It's nice to meet someone else from Louisiana. I am having my surgery in Lafayette with Dr. Chu.
  15. I finally got a date for my surgery today. It will be on June 17th. I'm so excited but super nervous at the same time. Anyone else having their surgery around this date??

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