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I lost a ton of hair about 4 - 7 months post op. Probably about half of my hair. I swear by the Hair and nails gummies that have biotin in them. That and getting my protein in really helped. I am 1 1/2 years post op and my hair is thicker than it was before surgery. HTH!

I lost a ton of hair between 4 - 8 months post op. The volume of my hair was pretty much cut in half. It would come out en masse in the shower, on hair bands, hair brushes, etc... I had bald patches near my temples, similar to where I lost hair when I was breast feeding, and the top of my head was noticeably thinner. I tried oral biotin supplements and nothing seemed to change.The product that really saved me was Nature's Bounty Hair Skin and Nail gummies. It is growing back well since I began these and I have about 2" of new growth all over my head. I did have to get my hair cut a little shorter than usual to even things out, but the ends were just strings anyway. I expected hair loss, but was really shocked by how much I lost and how it stressed me out!

I could hardly get down half a protein shake the first week or so. It took everything i had to stay hydrated so I focused more on that. We were in the middle of Hurricane Harvey so I could not walk outside but walked all I could around the house. The gas will pass when you move and once you poo you will also feel better. Totally normal to feel frustrated right now. Hang in there!

I am about 3 months post op and losing very slowly. I am sure it is because I can only fit in exercise about 2x/week I've only done cardio so far. How often do others exercise? When did you start incorporating more than cardio? Thanks1

I was told that drinking during or right after meals would possibly cause dumping syndrome. I didn't think this would be a big deal pre-surgery, but it is actually harder than I thought! I have accidentally taken a few sips before the 30 minute time and been ok, but dumping sounds like no fun so I now set a timer right when I take my last bite.

Thank you, everyone! I eat between 900 - 1200 calories a day and am having trouble losing so all I can think is that I have to do more to boost my metabolism. Working 60 hours a week makes it hard, but I am walking or doing the eliptical when I can. I can try to fit it in more days a week. Those videos look great too! I know if I have more muscle I will lose faster as that increases metabolism too.

Tonight shrimp sounded so good. I cooked some with garlic, lime and cilantro, but the minute I was done the thought of it nauseated me! This used to happen when I was pregnant! So frustrating. Does this happen to anyone else? Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

My dietitian warned us about salads. Said that all the veins in the lettuce make it very hard for the stomach to digest. I am 2 1/2 months post op and had my first salad this week with pretty rumbly results. An apple did the same thing. Almonds make the inside of my stomach sore. Eventually we will adapt, but we are still healing.

Happened with eggs for me too! Now I can't touch them. So weird! Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

My uneducated guess is that your swelling has gone down so you can take bigger sips. Post op (8/22) I couldn't sip more than a half tsp without pain. Now I can usually take 2-3 normal sips ok. Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

I am about 3 weeks our and protein shakes are almost making me gag. I'm going to try putting Okois yogurt and skim milk in a blender with maybe a quarter cup of protein shake. Hoping that will do it. I also wonder if I am able to eat too much. I can eat about 4-5 Tb ff refried beans thinned with broth. So weird to think that may be too much! Still trying to figure out what it feels like to be "full." Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

You will burp, all the time, after almost every swallow. At least I do! Overall what I wish I had known though was that the first 3 or 4 days are hard, but after that it is actually pretty easy.

I second the Smooth Move tea. Much more gentle than Milk of Magnesia for me. It took about 5 days post op for me to have a "regular" BM. It was the day after I drank this. I don't drink it daily, but will drink it again when the problem occurs.

I'm almost two weeks post op and things have been relatively easy so far. Today, all of a sudden, I have awful reflux. All day. Sometimes to the point of some emesis. Tried a gas x strip, but that didn't touch it. Does anyone know of something to relieve this? Thank you! Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

31 lbs is fantastic. I was sleeved on 8/22 and have no idea what I have lost because we had to evacuate due to Hurricane Harvey. I kind of like not weighing and am thinking of not weighing until my 2 week check. Out of surgery I could not drink water without having major, major dry heaves. Even tiny sips sent me into spasms. Try other things. Popsicles and unsweetened tea were easier for me. Crystal Light was easier. Over time I was able to take sips larger than 1/2 tsp at a time and now I can even take two sips in a row...sometimes. I still burp like crazy. Please find something you can drink so you don't end up dehydrated!

Mix in some sugar free pudding mix. Mmmmm Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

Sleeved 8/22. Had terrible wretching for the first 48 hours, but that has calmed now. Other than that the surgery and recovery has gone better than I expected. I am on full liquids. Hard to get in the 60 Oz protein and the 64 Oz of fluid daily because I am always burping. Almost every sip = burp. Does the burping ever stop? Does it mean something? Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

Try Timino. I get it from Amazon. 4 flavors, not too sweet, but I still half with water. 7 g protein in each.

Thank you for you encouragement, PJTaylor! I was really thinking about cheating. I went and the chef made a broth especially for me and let me take all the leftovers home! It was great seeing my friends and leaving feeling good about my choice!

My surgery is Tuesday. I was doing ok, but for some reason today I really want to eat! Doc has me on a 2 week liquid only diet. Lost 10 pound so far. I have friends coming in town tomorrow just to have dinner with me and a group of friends. I'm going, but it is going to be tough!

I am enjoying Trimino, but I have only seen them on Amazon. There are 4 flavors and we like them all except the berry flavor. Only 7 grams of protein each.

Met with the nutritionist last week. I really liked her and she was really clear with the rules and expectations after surgery. She also stated to loose some weight and begin exercising before surgery. She was not referencing the shakes and liquid diet, she meant to begin losing weight now (4 weeks pre-op). If we could effectively loose weight on our own, we wouldn't be having surgery, right?!?!! But what I was wondering is what exercise, if any, people are doing before they have their surgeries. Does exercising pre-surgery help recovery after? Thank you!

Hello, I am scheduled to be sleeved on 8/22. We have some travel planned for the end of Sept. that includes attending a two day outdoor music festival. I realize I will still be on purees, according to my MD recommendations. In addition my job is very demanding and I often work 50- 60 hours a week. It is not physical work, but takes mental focus and much multi tasking. How long did it take you to regain energy after being sleeved? I realize we probably need to cancel our travel plans :(. But I am trying to make a plan for how long it takes to get back to normal life. Did you return to work after 1 week? 2 weeks? Your full shift? What did you find helped you get through the day and not be exhausted? I am really excited to have this surgery! Thank you for sharing your experiences!

Thank you for your responses. I wish I knew the key to a quick recovery other than do what your MD says, which I plan on doing!! We went ahead and cancelled the festival tickets - it was outdoor music, food and bourbon festival, so not exactly my post op protocol! I am amazed at all of your numbers!! Can't wait to join you!

I want to join! I'll be sleeved the 22nd. Excited, anxious, nervous, but optimistic. Look forward to getting to know you all! I quit smoking this week which I should have done regardless of being sleeved. One of many challenges to come, but I'm ready!