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6 months post op and still tired! Lol I think a lot of this is the vitamin deficiency (atleast in my case)

At 6 weeks I wouldn't worry! I lost 30 lb before surgery and then 9 days after surgery had post op internal bleeding. They gave me 28lb of fluid and I walked out my second stint more than what I weighed before surgery and bloated. My metabolism kicked in around 2-3 months and that's when I lost the most.

Has anyone else experienced this? This is my second time plateauing for quite some time! I have an appointment on Friday for my 6 month follow up, but embarrassed I didn't meet the goal set for me...

I honestly think I need more protein... 6 month appointment tomorrow, let's see what they say

Bel6692 that happened to me as well and I believe I posted back when it happened. It was for about 2-3 weeks and then my scale dropped 4-5lb overnight. I'm just getting scared because this seems too long to go-- 5-6 weeks?? I guess I'm questioning what I'm doing wrong

My clothes definitely feel looser and I can tell slightly my body comp has changed, just frustrated. I haven't been drinking protein, rather trying to eat it and I'm wondering if that's my problem. I too need to exercise, just beating myself up

Surgery was 1/9/15, I'm not certain if I have stalled and reached a plateau with my weight, or if my diet has been poor...? I'm noticing I've been eating slightly more carbs, my provider has not specified a certain number of calories per day I should be consuming. I'm very fearful after stepping on the scale and seeing guys gone up 2.5lb... I also feel that as of lately I can eat more, this too makes me nervous. I will be looking for healthy alternatives this week to get back on the wagon

I didn't have a care in the world that others were eating, however I also wanted food 2 months out and was told that was abnormal

I have an appointment coming up, I think it may be time to start going back support group mtgs

Just regular One A Day brand

I had been taking one a day vitamins since the day of surgery... I would say anytime you would like

My hope for posting this, is that someone will share what works for them (diet wise). I need the guidance of how many calories should I be consuming (I am 273lb after going up the few pounds). I want suggestions on portions, suggestions on times I should be eating, etc. it sounds so crazy, just want to make sure I'm doing everything the right way, this makes me so nervous

5 months post op and I am just on the cusp of only being obese!! No longer showing on the chart as morbidly obese!! Whoo!!!

I can easily eat 1 whole hard boiled egg (and I am 5 months post op) however, I struggle with the scrambled eggs... Very weird!

Ok all! I have officially started and added Biotin to my Vitamin regimen (not sure if I'm happy just yet)! I jumped immediately to 5000mcg per RN, and we shall see! I'm probably about 1/3 loss of volume and thinking my long locks may need to be chopped short to look healthy again. I will wait to add Nioxin, only because I would like too see if I notice any change, will keep everyone updated with my personal experience. I may not take it if it's not showing me any signs. Thank you to everyone who shared, I am grateful that I'm not in this alone!

What is everyone using besides biotin for significant thinning of hair?? Prior to surgery I had very thick hair, 3 months out from surgery, my family and I are noticing. I think it's scaring my family as they are so unfamiliar with the changes and what to expect. I'm hoping others are experiencing this well??

I will have to try again and see how I feel after a few weeks! Thanks all!

My surgery was 1/9 and I too am stalled. I have lost a total of 37 lb, could have been more but I had a post op GI bleed and they put 20lb fluid on me. I have started the gym this past week and do not have the release but have been doing 5lb weights ( ok to lift up to 5 lb, why not?!) also started TRYING to jog. I hit a 17 minute mile. I would have never tried before! I'm finding my body reacting the most to the jogging and my body changes and strengthening to these activities. I also found a gym offering TRX and wi go forward with that in the near future, I'm gonna push back and win this fight!

I'm thinning and noticing many strays as I comb my hair after shower or when I go to gym and adjust my pony tail. It's becoming visible in certain pictures as well... My cousin had thyroid issues and thinning with her hair, Biotin has not worked for either of us. She is finding some relief with this shampoo called hair food, I however have not. Just curious if anyone else had suggestions..?

6 weeks post op and looking into options for BC... Anyone doing depo? Or add another pill to the pile?

I am struggling with relearning how to eat. I find myself fumbling with recipes or resorting back to purée or liquid diet to avoid "making a mistake" with food. My other issue is that prior to surgery, I was a Pasta LOVER!! Well, sad news... Pasta goes down fine post op and I am afraid I will fall back into carb city. I am wondering if I can have everyone reading this to post a healthy recipe, something you really love or something that mimics food (in a healthy way) of bad choices we were eating prior to surgery. I would love to keep these recipes on hand to start a little post op "cook book" Thanks!

I'm not sure my provider does that, but I will ask! Thanks

My provider mandated 2 nights stay, even with the robot.

I was concerned about weight gain with the depo (slightly concerned about reaction as well)... I did hear the same thing about the pill and would not like to take the chance finding out. LOL I was advised against the iud because I do not have any kids and issues with placement when you do not have children. I am concerned about putting more hormones into my body as well as side effects. I have thought about the nexplanon implant, but no long term studies, which makes me nervous too. I had a weird dream that it grew out of my arm and I ended up with cancer, dramatic yes!! My cousin also had the implant and ended up with thyroid issues, another friend bled out and became anemic with the implant, everyone is different, but nothing I want to go through! I'm kind of at a stand still with what form to use. The obvious of abstinence and condoms, but I want to make absolute sure and double up. So much to consider!!

I agree! I am still in that phase looking like the baby bird trying out their new wings... I'm hesitant to jump! I appreciate your feedback and will deff look into that!