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My face has erupted with a million tiny pimples. I was wondering if anyone else experienced this and what they did. I have oily skin and it's a real bummer. It's probably bc I'm still not drinking enough water. I'm up right now trying to finish this bottle before bed. The dermatologist prescribed a cream that my insurance refuses to pay for. I might have to bite the bullet and pay for it myself. My face looks horrible.

Thanks for responding. I remembered why I love this forum. I'm probably going to end up having a lift when this experience is finally over. I'm hoping I won't need implants. I'm coming from an H so I expect to still have at least a D equivalent. Fingers crossed. Can't even imagine life with only a handful. I'm always inspired by veteran experiences and welcome any insight. Thanks again. Still praying to the booby gods all the same.

Breast augmentation might be a real necessity in the future. Is anyone else remorseful about the loss of their boobs? I've already lost a cup size and could probably stand to lose a little more but, they've been a big part of my life since the 3rd grade before I was ever pudgy or fat. They'll never be the same.

I had my gall bladder removed years ago. The pain is bad at times. Not so bad sometimes.

As anyone experienced kidney issues post sleeve? At the ER now trying to find out what this pain is.

The NP told us that if you drink before eating you run the risk of not being able to eat your meals and obviously eating what little you can at this point is important. Also, if you drink too soon after a meal, then you end up flushing the food you ate and will get hungry sooner, eat more and ultimately fail at losing weight.

Is there a visual representation of this somewhere? I'm curious.

Well the very first time I remember it was with eggs. Which I thought was weird bc the first time I had eggs it went fine. I tried them again and it still didn't work out so I've given up on eggs. It might just be some things don't agree with me or it might be I'm eating too fast. Or it might be the reintroduction of foods. I'm not entirely certain, I just know I can't survive on mashed potatoes, nor do I want to. I like mashed potatoes, but they're quite boring after a while. I try to chew everything to mush at all times. Sometimes I just think it doesn't matter and my sleeve is temperamental. It absolutely does not like cold food that's meant to be hot for instance.

Thank you. I mean typically I don't think I eat too fast but maybe I'm still eating too fast for my sleeve. Especially when I've allowed myself to become ravenous. I will take that under adwisement.

This brings up an interesting issue for which I have been trying to prepare. I would not interpret pleasant attention from the guy who wouldn't give you the time of day before as a reflection on you. He was never justified in treating you poorly -- fat or thin. So, here's what I have been working through: We all know that there are people who are going to treat us differently (i.e. better) as we lose weight. I take that stuff very personally. I was a beautiful, brilliant, professional woman long before I decided to get sleeved. None of that has changed. There is just less of me. Nothing will PISS ME OFF more than people that I respected treating me better. Don't get me wrong. I don't want to put the weight back on to prove how beautiful, brilliant and professional I was at a heavier weight. But, I know people WILL disappoint me (even people who claim to be friends) and I will never want to speak to them again. Is anyone else dealing with this or thinking about it? I've thought about this myself Marie, bc I work in corporate America and all the girls around my age are so focused on weight. But the truth is everyone is fake in corporate America, ok most people. It's work, as long as you get recognition for your contributions, seriously who cares? We live in a society where being fat is often seen as a crime and we can't let those myopic opinions affect our happiness. We do this thing for ourselves and it's meant to enhance our lives, so if people are nicer, friendlier, etc. just think of it as another enhancement and move on. We are all beautiful and brilliant in our own right, some people just tend to ignore that if we don't look like they do.

Loved your response. Some people just have no filter. I'm sure you look great. I was told I look younger. It's all perspective. Who cares what she thinks anyway? She sounds miserable.

Today I'm starting my 6th week post-op and I'm still throwing up constantly. Ever since I started mechanical soft foods it's been a touch and go situation. I sautéed some chicken tenders today for lunch and they were very tasty, at least, what I was able to get down before it felt stuck. I stood up walked around in circles trying to ease the pain but ultimately ending up in the bathroom purging. Sometimes a half hour will pass before I have the urge, but mostly it happens right away. Remembering all those times I wished I had it in me. I won't see my doctor until Monday. Hopefully he has suggestions, but the last three weeks have been pretty annoying. It's impossible to stick to a regular eating schedule bc I'm barely eating a full meal most times. Sometimes I just don't want to eat, just to avoid the toilet. We're becoming uncomfortably close. Of course then I become ravenous and must get something in before I implode and the process starts all over again. Also, it really feels like my stomach is producing more acid than it needs. It's practically in my throat at times. I had my gall bladder removed years ago so, that really shouldn't be happening.

I didn't actually have the ice cream. Opted for the sugar free ice pop when we got back instead. Thanks for all the suggestions. The journey continues.

I'm not sure my tummy can handle it. I had Greek yogurt this morning cafe mocha flavor. It was incredibly sweet. I've been told there's sugar free vanilla. I'll try that maybe. I guess I'll just try it and see what happens. If I can't handle it I'll know immediately.

I'm actually starting my 4th week today. Taking a little vacay. Everyone's going for ice cream. I'm tempted. Any thoughts?