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I've been having very blurry vision for the past month, I am a little over 3 months out. My vision was fine before surgery... But now, really starting to freak me out- even as I type this!! Anyone experience this after surgery? It has seriously been one thing after another, I don't know how much more I can take. Any feedback will be greatly appreciated!! I'm so scared.

Regarding blood work/labs.. Does anyone know what our ideal number should be as VSG patients? I feel so left in the dark about my health every since my surgery, no matter which doctor I see, nobody explains anything! My protein number is 6... Low, high?!!! Any help is appreciated!! Thank you!

I am a little over 3 months out and for the last couple weeks, have been losing a lot of my hair. It's inevitable. I take all my vits and water and protein.... people say it will stop and grow back, but I think I may have to cut my long hair off.... it looks like hell and is all over the place... I hope this doesn't happen to you!! But if it does, hang in there my friend!! Best of luck...

update.... I went in and had blood drawn... waiting for the results... said to be in by Tues... Thank you all, again, for your replies and support. Bless you

I am eating 4 times a day and getting all my water in as well. Maybe I should try the magnesium too.. Thank you.

Thank you all for the replies., I really appreciate you all. I don't take any pain meds, just my vit, iron and B12 shot. I guess I will have to wait to get blood tests back... I keep praying I will wake up and my vision will be back to normal

Yes, my BP is good, had it checked today. Had some bloodwork done too, I was thinking maybe I am hypoglycemic or have hypothyroidism because of all my symptoms. Fatigue, blurry vision, shakiness, can't sleep, confused and lathargic.. I've never felt good since day one. And I am tired of it all. I really do not know how much more I can take. This blurry vision really has me scared.

It is your decision... It is life changing. It's forever. It's work. Everyday. I had about the same stats as yourself... If I could go back, I wouldn't of had the surgery. No intention of discouraging you, just my experience and opinion. Not everyone loves their sleeve. I fall in the percentage of patients who have regretted the surgery and have had complications from day one. Either way you decide, you do it for you!! Good luck and God bless you!

Anyone have the symptoms of either one since being sleeved? Im a little over 3 mths out and it's one thing after another. Very unhappy so far.. But mostly blurred vision and very shakey after I eat or don't eat, and very fatigued after I eat. The blurred vision is driving me crazy. I keep having to go to the doctor and it's stressing me out financially because I don't have insurance anymore. Anyone relate to my symptoms?

I am right with you... Total regret here... Living hell since day one.. Just want to feel good/normal. It's hard to be positive when you never feel well. 3 months out and I thought I would be feeling better, physically/mentally and emotionally. Just want my life back.

Does anyone know how long before we are allowed to have sushi? Or has anyone tried it since getting sleeved?

I can relate... I'm almost 3 months out and have regretted the surgery since day 1. Not because I can't eat what I used to, but because this process has brought on this incredible anxiety and depression like I've never known. I have been living in a very dark place since surgery, going from loving life to hoping I won't wake up. I do not look forward to eating, Cannot stomach ANY protein drinks and am sick of all the animal proteins and dairy. My almost veg diet does not work with my sleeve, because I'm not getting enough protein in, hence, feeling shakey all day. I'm sorry for the negativity, but I can't seem to get help/ follow-up care from any doctors. I do have anxiety meds now so I can sleep, but after I wake up, the nightmare begins. Every single day. I'm happy for those people who love their sleeve... I thought I would be one of those people.. But I'm not. And now I have to come to terms with my regret and unhappiness. God Bless everyone...

Im praying for you... I know how awful you feel. Love and light.

Hello everyone.. I'm just over 2 mths out, and my tongue still doesnt look "normal"... Treated for thrush a little over a month ago, looks better, but not back to where I was before surgery. Does this eventually get better? And same for ridges on my nails now.. Please tell me this all goes away! Anyone?!! I appreciate your feedback!

Anyone eating these foods at 2 mths out? Everyone seems to have different eating phases or plans, and my surgeon's post-op coordinator really doesn't seem to care, so... Anyone? I haven't been able to stomach any protein shakes AT ALL and am tired of meat/dairy, which prior to surgery, it was clear to me by the coordinator, that a mostly veg diet is easily possible with the sleeve, that I shouldn't have any worries.. NOT! Anyone eating a plant/protein based diet? Im struggling. Any help would be great help, thank you.

Hello everybody.. I was sleeved a little over a month ago in Mexico.. Didn't receive a very clear diet plan... Can anyone tell me when we are able to start eating nuts, seeds, berries and leafy greens? I am unable to stomach protein shakes, but before surgery, i made a shake containing all kinds of nutrients and some protein in my Nutri Bullet.. I'd appreciate any advice! Thank you!

I should not have had the sleeve.. Not a meat fan and cannot stomach any protein drinks.. Having a difficult time ( Anyone sleeved that is a vegetarian or having a similar experience? Any suggestions? I was sleeved July 22nd and not able to have salads or berries or nuts yet... Any help would greatly appreciated.

Thank you all for the suggestions and advice. And thank you for the hugs.... I'm trying my hardest to move forward and not let my surgery regret get the best of me... everyday seems to get a tiny bit better. Thank you for caring. God Bless

Thank you all! Everybody's plans are so different! Not quite sure what to do, wish I had a more supportive post-op support team from where I had surgery..

the sleeve was such a bad idea for me. I'm so stupid. how could I ever think I could go without eating a ton of meat and dairy and on top of it, not being able to stomach protein shakes and drinks. ugh. please tell me it gets easier. God Bless all.

I am just over a month out. I regret every minute of having the surgery.. Mostly because I had doubts going into it and wasn't 100%... I shouldn't of had the surgery having had any doubts at all. I haven't felt good at all, I cannot stomach the protein shakes, I am always dizzy and no energy... My immune system is so out of whack.. I guess I am so disappointed in myself for going through with it.. Before surgery, I was a little over weight, but not extreme, I should of tried harder to lose it on my own. At least I felt healthy and energetic.. I now feel as though I ruined my life. I'm so depressed and regretful. I hope it gets easier... Best wishes to everyone..

Total regret here. Living with this dark cloud above me has made my life hell. I shouldn't of had the surgery having any doubts of wanting to go through with it. Too late. It's done. Trying my best to move on. I pray everyday I can move past all this. God Bless.

prayers.

I too am having a VERY difficult time. I am one month post-op and have been living with regret since day one. Mostly regret of going through with the surgery having doubts of even going through with it. I know it's done and I change it, but am struggling everyday to get through it. I CANNOT stomach any protein shakes, therefore am worried about getting in all my protein. Also struggling to get all my fluids in.. But working on it. I dont want to lose my hair!!!! Spent a day in the ER for dehydration and low iron which have felt that way since the day of surgery. My BMI was 38... Just wish I would of tried harder. Now I realize how much better my life was.. I was athletic and now I can't even take a shower without having to lay down after. I so afraid to go back to work next week because my lack of energy.. Im a Sports Therapist and pray I can do my job without passing out or breaking down crying. I just want my life back. Im sorry for the negativity folks, just trying to reach out and know i am not alone and that IT WILL GET BETTER... God Bless you all.

Please, anyone, tell me it gets better and easier and life gets back to "normal"... Sleeved July 22nd and have regretted the surgery since day one. Very depressed, not over food, just in general- for having the surgery. I feel I could have tried harder. I know, I didn't and I need to move on.. Problem is, I don't know how. Besides, I cannot stomach the protein shakes and am struggling getting in all my water. All I do is cry and feel very dizzy and weak. I just want this to be over with and move on already. I need to get back to work. It will be a month tomorrow. The regret has overcome me.. Will it get easier? I don't even care about food, for I have to force myself to eat, or about losing weight at this point. .. Just need some advice, or someone that has experienced something similar... Anyone (?