juls0102

I have Hashimotos and I'm hypothyroid. I was told not to take meds until 2 weeks post op. I started taking them after one week because I felt horrible. I switched from synthroid to Armour about a year ago. My endo didn't want to see me for at least 2 months after the surgery. I've lost 37 lbs so far, so I'm assuming my dosage will be lowered. I was also told I would be on meds for the rest of my life.

229.........stinkin stall!!!

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I have been very open about having the surgery. I'm only 5 weeks out, so there's not a HUGE difference yet, but I'm a teacher and everyone knows at my school. I told my students I had "stomach surgery" and left it at that. My surgeon told my mom that people who have a diseased appendix, have it removed, people who have a diseased gall bladder have it removed, some people have stomachs that don't work properly or are "diseased" and they need help to get to a healthy weight. That really stuck with me. I have 2 boys that I need to keep up with and I want to be healthy for them. I have tried every diet, hypnotherapy, counseling, and acupuncture. I feel like I made a great decision to get my life back. =) When something good happens to me, I want to use that to help other people. =)

Yes, and I'm single...........that's a problem!!! lol

I am 5 weeks post op today...........I skipped the 3 week stall, but I'm having it now. I've lost 30 lbs so far but the scale hasn't moved in 4 days. I'm ok with that since I read about the dreaded 3 week stall.......I guess I'm just slow. =) I'm not able to get in 60 g of Protein yet. All Protein shakes make me gag. I am great with my Fluid intake though. I'm good with taking all my Vitamins. I'm working on getting the protein in. I feel like all I do all day is eat because I can only get in a couple bites before I feel full. This is definitely a process. =) You're doing AWESOME!!!

Today I weigh 235 Goal - 210 My bday is Jan. 2nd. =)

I am also a teacher. I only took of 7 school days and I was fine. I could have gone back a day or so early but didn't want to push myself. The first 2 days were rough with nausea but everyday after has been better than the day before. I am 4 weeks out. =) Good luck to you! You will do great!!!

I was sleeved on Oct. 7. I'm sooooo sick of pureed foods. I'd rather not eat. Protein shakes make me gag. I'm living on scrambled eggs, tuna salad, chicken salad, and chili. I'm so ready to be able to actually chew my food. =) I do feel great though. I'm glad you're doing so well. I can do this!!! I haven't tried bread yet....I'm going to hold out as long as possible. I really want a steak. lol

I'm freaking out a little. I don't remember my NUT or doctor telling me I can't have ibuprofen anymore. I just read it here. I took it 4 days last week because I had a horrible headache that wouldn't go away. Have I ruined something? My surgery date was Oct. 7, 2014. :-/

I would like to join. I was sleeved on Oct. 7, 2014.

Have you taken your vitamins and B12? I can't stand the protein shakes either and I am having trouble getting in 30 grams of protein. I'm just making sure I'm hydrated. I'm on the pureed phase now, but it's not much better. They have dissolvable B12 and I think that really helps me. I hope it gets better soon.

How long after surgery did you start taking calcium citrate?

I am 3 weeks post op today. I'm having a hard time getting my Water in. I can drink unsweet tea fine but I would love to squeeze a lemon wedge in my water for a little taste but I'm afraid about the acid and my new stomach. Should I wait until I'm not at the pureed stage anymore?

I was sleeved on Oct. 7, 2014. The first 2 days were miserable due to nausea. Everyday is better than the previous. I'm having a hard time getting my Protein shakes down. They make me gag. I'm doing well with Water and iced tea. I can't stand anything "sugar free", so I'm sticking mostly to broths and cream Soups. I'm ready for soft foods. I have a horrible taste in my mouth. I haven't weighed yet. I go for my first post op visit on Thursday. I am focusing on a life style change and not what the scale says. I've decided I will weigh once a month. I did have a couple bites of my son's scrambled eggs yesterday and thought I was in heaven. =)