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Shoulder pain you are describing is most likely due the CO2 gas used to inflate your abdomen during surgery. Walk, try a heating pad, and it will pass. If symptoms do not subside, call your surgeon. Melanie

Hi, I had my sleeve done 9/25/2014. Here are my suggestions, if you are having a lot of pain, contact your surgeon! Follow your post-op instructions! Get up and walk, sitting does nothing to expel the gas used in your abdomen during surgery. Pain comes with surgery. You got this! Melanie

Yes, I finally started losing breast tissue, I started out 38DDD, now I really should wear a 33.5 C+ lol. I am in between sizes. Looking forward to a breast augmentation. Mine are deflated.

I had my gastric sleeve on 9/25/2014 and I have lost 91 pounds and counting, only 12 more to go to reach my goal. It is VERY IMPORTANT to follow your physicians plan of care. DO NOT be a couch potato, get up and walk as soon as you can. All surgery has pain, you will feel bloated from the CO2 uses to inflate your abdomen during surgery. If you do not walk and expel the gas, it will settle in your shoulders. (not fun), I thought I was walking enough, but 5 days post op it hit my right shoulder, it was painful, but doable. Incisional pain for me, was little to none. I set my timer on my phone to drink fluids (including my protein), even though I didn't want to consume any beverages. Looking back the gastric sleeve was the best thing I have ever done for myself. Good luck. Do not be anxious about the "pain". Tell yourself it will be the worst pain of your life, and when it isn't you will be relieved. Melanie

I am 5'3. Starting weight 227. I feel fantastic, I have lost 49.5 pounds and have recently started a hard core fitness class at my gym 5-6 times per week. I drink at least 60grams of Premier Protein per day, follow my diet plan and consume my Vitamins. My problem? A "friend" had a sleeve done early Nov. I saw her for the first time last night. She asked how much weight I had lost, and I stated, "50 pounds." She then said, "Are you happy with that??" I stated, "Yes, I am an over achiever and ahead of the game." UGH! How rude!! Am I losing appropriately?? My "Friend" just started eating "food" and does not supplement protein. How can not let comments like that bother me?? I think I am doing well.

I was sleeved 9/25/14. I have lost 35 pounds so far. Looking for a mentor. I am 5'3 and have 65 pounds to go. Thanks. Melanie

I had my 6 week follow up on Thursday. I did not lose any weight that week and only 1 pound this week. I have lost 34 pounds so far. I am sad.I have begun to exercise. I intake 60grams of Premier Protein and follow my diet plan. 1/2 cup 3xs/day. Will I continue to lose weight? My goal is to lose 100 pounds. HELP

Hi ladies, I am also 6-7 weeks out. I lost a pound this week. I have followed my diet to a "T". I am also a RN, and I work in the OR. I went back after 9 days. It seems we just need to persevere and press on. Good luck. Melanie

I feel the same way also. I have lost 1 pound in 1 week. Total 35. I am feeling discouraged and frustrated. Thanks for the comments. I do feel "slimmer" and people are noticing I "have lost a lot of weight". Persevere. We can do this!

My doctor advises to wait 3 weeks. I waited until 2. My husband never complained to me about my weight, but since I have lost over 30 pounds, it is more frequent. Hope this helps.

Thanks so much for this link!

Hi, I will be four weeks post sleeve tomorrow. I typically eat nonfat plain greek yogurt, or ricotta cheese or egg whites (1/4 cup), and pureed fruit (1/4 cup). lunch is usually tuna or canned chicken, pureed veggies. dinner is pretty much the same. I sip on fluids during the day and get 2 11oz Protein drinks (60g) each. Good luck!

Hello, thank you for your post. Like you and everyone else on this site, I have an addiction to food. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE ALL THINGS BREAD! With that being said, when the post-op day arrived for me to try bread, I opted not to. My taste buds have changed since surgery, but I do not want to remember what it tastes like. I have control what I eat now and I want to stay in control. I want to be a success . My advice to you is remember what got you into this situation. You have received a second chance. Good luck. Melanie

I wish I had the surgery years ago. I have battled with my weight for 10+ years. I am 3 weeks post op and have lost 24 pounds. I finally am started to feel like myself again, it is not only the weight loss, but the hope I have to use this great tool and be healthy again. I do not regret the surgery. Follow your nutritional plan and your doctor's advise and you will do great! Good luck!

Thanks guys for the post. I am aiming to be vegan. I can not stand dairy, or soy. I do not like eggs. Right now I am drinking 60grams of whey Protein. I am not sure where to begin. any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks! Melanie

Helllo fellow September Sleevers! I had my gastric sleeve and hiatal hernia on 9/25. I have lost 23 pounds and counting! I feel fantastic.

i am 3 weeks post gastric sleeve and have been following my diet to a T. I added chicken and rice to my plate. I am still supplementing Protein with PREMIER Protein drinks x 2/per day (30gm) protein per shake. I am still eating baby food pears/peaches at lunch. When can I advance to whole fruit? Lettuce? Thanks.

Hi, everyone is different, but most people I know took 3 weeks off. I am a trauma OR nurse and had my sleeve/hiatal hernia surgery 9/25. I was back to work 10/6. I do not lift anything too heavy. I feel fantastic! It is up to how you are feeling and what your surgeon says. Good luck!

Hi there. I am a RN in the OR and I had my sleeve 9/25/14. I work in the hospital where I had the surgery. I picked everyone in the room (a plus when you work in the OR), but I was apprehensive. Totally normal. Focus on the end result. For me, it is the reality I will wear shorts in the spring. Pre surgery I went to Sam's and stocked up on Premier Chocolate protein shakes. 30g/110z. I planned out what i would be doing after surgery. I did great and so will you. I went back to work 10/6/2014. I feel fantastic. No hunger, and no thirst. I use my timer and a shot glass to get my protein/fluids in. Good luck!