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I thought I would post my info. I had surgery on October 23rd and just went to my 6 month post op appointment. Things I haven't been doing and need to start: a regular exercise routine, get in more Protein, and drink more Water. I'm also awful when it comes to taking my Vitamins. The Iron makes me sick, and I just don't want to take them. Other than the things I need to work on, I feel great. Weight before surgery: 256 lbs Weight at 6 month post op apt: 179.8 lbs

I just got on the forum to see if I could find out anything about periods and stumbled on this post. I was sleeved on 10/23, and I'm down 50 pounds :-). I'm also in ketosis, but I'm having the opposite problem with my period. I've had three periods in the last month and a half. Any input would be great because I've always had normal monthly periods. It's frustrating because I'm breaking out with pimples on my neck and back, and it stalls my weight loss. Thanks for your help!

I'm a 7th grade teacher, and I returned after two weeks. I was not having incision pain, but I suffered from dehydration. I did okay, but there were a few days I was weak and nauseous. I just took my phenegran when I needed it. Because I'm on my feet all day, it was a little tiring. I survived though :-). My surgery was on October 23rd. Good luck!

This has been a trying week. I have not had this problem until now. I don't want to eat or drink. I'm weak, nauseous, muscles hurt etc. I haven't been taking my bariatric vitamin because it makes me sick; I've been taking the gummies. I don't know what to do to force myself to eat and drink. I've lost just over 30 pounds and I'm happy about that, but I'm worried about not getting the nutrients I need. Also, I finally had some bowel relief Monday because I hadn't gone in a month! I was so impacted; it was awful. I just need some help.

I really like water aerobics. It's low impact and you don't sweat even though you're working out. I would recommend a good pair of water shoes. I was sleeved on 10/23, and my doctor said at my two week post-op appointment that I could workout. I haven't done a lot of working out because of dehydration and ketosis; I've been struggling to get enough calories in a day and afraid of passing out with exercise.

I love Fitbit. It syncs up with my iPhone with Bluetooth.

I had my two week follow up appointment and discussed this with my surgeon today. I went 15 days until I went, and I was freaked out. He said as long as you're passing gas, it will come. He said he doesn't like for patients to take anything so early on, but you can drink prune juice and/or up your fluid intake.

I had surgery 13 days ago, and I'm meeting a dear friend at Starbucks today. I don't go there often, so I'm not familiar with their menu. Any beverage suggestions?

Did you speak to him yet???

Surgery date: 10/23/13 Highest weight: 256 Surgery weight: 246 Current weight: 232 Goal weight: I don't have a weight, but I would like to be a size 10. :-)

I had surgery on 10/23, and followed the 10 day liquid diet before surgery. I've struggled with getting my liquids and protein in following surgery, but on Wednesday I started having hunger pangs. I was surprised because I didn't think that would happen so quickly. I'm dying to get off the liquid stage which should happen Next week, but I've already been experimenting with mashed potatoes and beans. I haven't had problems with these foods and it's been satisfying my hunger. I know I shouldn't be advancing ahead, but the liquid isn't cutting it. Any thoughts?

Can you taste it?

I was the same way. I felt angry and sad last week. It's been coming and going. I'm glad I found this app for all the support. You can do it and just think of all the wonderful things to come :-). Hang in there.

It will be two weeks Monday since I've gone I had surgery on 10/23. I called the doctor's office and they said if I'm not taking pain killers anymore and passing gas, it will happen. It is kinda freaking me out. ????

I'm new here and tried to find the answer myself but to no avail. What's a NUT? I figured it's an acronym for a nutritionist...

Thanks!

I'm one week post-op and ordered Opurity multivitamin from Unjury. I didn't realize that it's not the right one; I need a gummy. Until my new vitamins arrive in the mail, does anyone have suggestions of what I should buy at Wal-mart, GNC, grocery store etc. I haven't been taking vitamins.

I'm doing pretty well so far. No real pain, but I'm struggling to get in more than 20 oz of water and 35g of protein. I'm lightheaded and I'm sure it's due to the dehydration. I'm so ready for puréed food. Any advice you have would be appreciated.

Thank you all so much! These ideas will be put to the test. :-)