TheOldMeAgain

I'm a migraine suffer. Had them under control until surgery. Since then I had an attach every day. Hoping when I'm at goal my migraines will be gone forever. I didn't suffer with them when I was normal weight.

Is it that time of the month? A wk before The Curse appears I can gain more than 5lbs. It doesn't go away until after my cycle ends. Either way I'm sure it's normal and not a big deal. Weight fluctuates back and fourth all the time a few pounds. Don't stress and only weight in once a wk. In the end inches and sizes lost matter more next to health.

Speaking from myself and what I've read no one is cheating. They're taking each phase as advised by their doctor and dietician or Nut. Seeing as I'm doing great I know doctor dietician knows her stuff. Never been a fan of conservative methods in any area of my life so I'm glad I got a liberal team who in charge of my health. It's working. Unlike many others I've haven't struggle at any stage nor experience nausea, throwing up or gas. My recovery has been textbook. Each surgeon does it differently. No method is better. To imply otherwise is offensive.

Any advice that is true will sound trite right now. You just got to experience it and get through. A big part of obesity is eating our emotions. Now that we no longer can have food for comfort we may feel overwhelmed. Anxiety is one of those feelings. Talking to a therapist will help. They're mainly going to teach you how to cope with that feeling. Learning new coping skills can help a lot.

At day 11 I was able to take more than sips. Im day 13 today. I don't chug drinks but a mouth full of water or protein drink goes down easily.

I took Children Tylenol not thinking about the sugar content and dumped. It went right through me. Wasn't expecting that. Finding a pain relief over the counter is hard. Gas pain wasn't a problem for me but I notice when I drunk water after walking gas came out more.

The doctor that was suppose to do my surgery didn't even bother to meet me. I recently found out he was the supervising doctor but didn't actually do the procedure. None of this info came from any of the team that operated on me. The thing is I has a feeling when I kept getting told I will meet the doctor but never did. Then one resident even told me I have to understand because the VA North Health Care Center is a teaching hospital. As if that explain clear disregard for a patient. I have a right to know everything regarding my procedure especially who's going to be doing it. It was like some big secret. Now I don't know what to do. Let it go or file a complaint with the lack of forth coming information. I can't even answer basic questions about who did my surgery, or how he look. Health care has become real shitty. What's worse is that they try to make it seem normal and ok. As if the problem is because you ask to be treated as an individual and not some cadaver to be practice on then discarded with no concern.

So sorry that you guys are struggling post-opt. I'm ten days post surgery. I don't believe in regret. It only holds you back. My recovery has been great with only a few pains. No head hungry even when being around delicious food. The aroma smells so good but the desire for it gone. At least for now. I know it all can change. Real hunger can and will appear soon or later. Nothing last forever. Keep that in mind while your I the midst of the storm.

After reading so many posts I'm counting my blessings. Today is day 10 for me. I've have zero head or physical hungry. The only real problem is I can't tolerate cold drinks/shakes, jello etc. My only source of protein has been from Isopure drinks and what little amount that comes from soup. So I sip that, water and Gatorade 2 all day. I did experience vomiting once trying to take the liquid antibiotics I need for H. Pylori. It all came up and was the worse experience since I got sleeved. Instead of throwing a pity party the next time I run out of pain meds I'm going to remember that experience. The pain I feel is more tolerable then any constant nausea. That is true misery. I can almost understand why some regret surgery when they have to deal with that often. I consider myself a lucky Sleever in the recovery process. Hope it stays that when I transition over to pureed/soft foods tomorrow.

I'm also Day 4. The only thing that is important to me right now is staying hydrated and healing. I do the first by constantly sipping watering and monitoring my urine color. Whatever protein shake or broth my body allows I accept without worry for now. The second part, my healing, I do by walking not to get blood clots, taking care of my incisions, taking my vitamins and resting. I only been on a scale once since u got home too. Decided that until my stomach swelling gone down, I'm able to eat soft and solid foods along with exercise I'm not going to focus on weight loss. Just recovery and healing. You can't imagine how that simple change of plans stop my stress and worries.

That's all I really wanted too. My sisters came up here complaining n the nurses got offended. Now their being rude n one was three hrs late providing my pain meds. Of course Dr. K still didn't bother to come. Now I'm going to file my own official complaint.?

Ok so I have NOT met my Bariatric surgeon. Since I'm going through the Veterans Affairs Hospital I have to accept/use whatever one they have on staff. The day of my Ok so I have NOT met my Bariatric surgeon. Since I'm going through the Veterans Affairs Hospital I have to accept/use whatever one they have on staff. The day of my first consultation I was running 15mins behind schedule but called to let them know. Only the PA was there. Said he had to go to surgery. I understood because I was late therefore at blame. IVC Filter placenta consultation I was running 15mins behind schedule but called to let them know. Only the PA was there. Said he had to go to surgery. I understood because I was late therefore at blame. IVC Filter placement. He was the doctor of record but wouldn't be doing the procedure. I got to meet the vascular doc in OR. Pre-Opt Anesthesia Evaluation I was told Ill meet him by his PA. Nope..., Surgery Day After asking numerous times about when do I meet him I was told that day I would. He sent a resident and medical student down to explain everything to me. They said I'll met him downstairs. No problem that's how I met the neck doc. I meet the very friendly, informative great bedside manner anesthesiologist. He pushed me to OR introduced me to the personnel that were there. Guess who wasn't among them? Yes, Dr. K! It was said he was on his way. They put a mask on me but I didn't know that was the one for The Cocktail since I was still alert for a few mins waiting to me the "Good Doctor". Next thing I know I'm being woke by a nurse. I asked for Dr. K and got he had another surgery immediately afterwards. All yesterday whenever I ask I got the same answer told differently. Finally this morning I had enough when they sent the medical student by herself. I brought my issue up with her and she of course justified all this as Normal and how the VA work etc. In the end she wrote it down to speak to a resident about. Now can someone PLEASE tell me whether or not I'm Overracting?! Would I let it go or by brought it up immediately?

BGP sorry your friend receiving such awful treatment after traveling so far to a place that suppose to be for you. Instead they treat you like second class patients. Feel free to step back on your soap box at any time. Send your friend best wishes from one vet to another.

Thanks Kahleen so much. Its not about demanding the attending doctor because I feel like I deserve special treatment. It is unprofessional not to guarantee an opportunity to meet a patient whose body you already operated on! I'm going to forget the disrespect in not meeting him BEFORE surgery. Yes Yes The VA Medical offer it to veterans that've been receiving their primary health care from them for at least a year. Then you can ask your PCP about their MOVE program or he/she may offer u info on it. It's a weight loss program. I did it for 3 months then ask their nutritionist info on their Bariatric Program. She scheduled u for a seminar. Their u get more info and the Bariatric coordinator contact info. One u loose your 15% she schedule a psych eval, once u pass a consult with the surgeon, or for me the PA, lol.

All that would be fine and expected but at least u got to meet your surgeon. As for his PA, haven't seen her since consultation. To be honest I don't care if I do or don't. I'm not naive I know nurses and residents are whom u deal with mostly at the hospital. This is not my first stay. But I do Know surgeons have a responsibility to not treat there patients with disregard. Some respect is given automatically.

Not once. Kept being told I would but never did. I'm glad someone else consider this a big deal and Not just This is how it is! The nurses and other medical "professionals" try to down play it as This is "The VA" like that is an excuse for patient dissatisfaction!

Had my surgery @ 8:30 this morning. Woke up in bad pain but once controlled it's been smooth sailings! Very little gas in the chest which walking took care of. Two nurses already mention they can't believe how good I'm doing. Me either! That being said this is still the first day. I've read that the real horror/pain starts the next day. Time will tell. Now I will TRY to get some rest. I'm very drowsy but sleep comes for 15 to 30 mins top.

Thanks! The only discomfort I have is when I sip. I feel slightly nauseous but it's minor n brief.

It's ok. All will be good. I got surgery tomorrow too. I didn't think I was nervous until another poster told me to stop stressing over my non pre-opt weight lost. Sometimes it manifest itself in ways u don't realize at first. Then I realize it's all out of my control. No use in worrying. I know easier said then done but keep busy. I packed my bathrobe, hygiene items, plenty of panties, my slippers, hair products I need and makeup. Seem a lot but it's took up little room in my overnight bag. My phone and other personal things will be with sister. Best wishes!

Even though I know the true reason for the pre-opt diet (Liver Shirking) it seem natural to define and judge it success by what I see on the scale. My doctor will discover a non fatty liver and I will have to make due with that. Thank you. A reality check now and then is always good.

My weight loss surgery is tomorrow and I've lost NO weight! Even gained two pounds. I started my pre -opt diet on the 28th of February. My plan called for 2 shakes for breakfast, 2 for lunch and 1 lean meat and non starchy vegetable. I decided to go hardcore and do all full liquids. I did well for 7 days and lost 7 lbs. Next day had sever pain in my back on right side. Went to ER etc. had to take hydro so I ate some cabbage and chicken over next few days. Only when taking meds. Got on scale n gained 6lbs!. At first I was WTF then realize my period was coming. I always gain weight before cycle. But now my cycle is here n my weight haven't gone down like it usually do. Now I'm PANICKING because surgery tomorrow n my doc n team will think I didn't follow my diet! It's really upsetting cuz I'm doing more than what was asked of me...

Sassy Panys1 You just gave me Unimaginable HOPE!! That occurred to me. How so fragile but hard to kill. Well at least now that I have it, lol. Stress, Worry- Be Gone!

Your right pupichupi. The more I think about it the more I freak out. I don't need such stress with a major surgery tomorrow. Yep 4 shakes totally a day with liquids throughout. Thanks for the reminder that stress beget stress. Best wishes and luck with your upcoming surgery. Here's to hoping for Nerves of Steele!

How long u been on your diet? Maybe your like me and retain a lot of Water weight before or during your cycle. Thanks, I guess shirking my liver should be the only thing that really counts.

Clear liquids is all I'm doing today. It's crazy how so many things can cause water retention. I'm still meet my weight requirement but I don't want the doctor to think I could stick to my preopt diet therefore I'm not ready for surgery. I know it doesn't make sense.