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Yes, I had that too in the first few weeks of my sleeve op. Woke up few times with "foamies" choking on and coughing up burning acid. Very scary! I elevated my pillows, and changed PPI from Rabeprazole 20mg to Nexium 40mg. Nexium worked, and still does. My surgeon told me I need to be on it for 12 months, instead of usual 3 months post surgery. Good luck, hope you feel better soon

@@jaysmm I am similar height and also low BMI. Been slim all my life till 2 years ago when I had massive, rapid weight gain. This put me in a pre-diabetic state, beginning of non alcoholic fatty liver disease and other issues. I have been losing weight at a nice pace, not too fast, but good enough for me. The only loose skin I notice is in my arms, everywhere else my skin is tight. Slower loss can help the skin to stay tighter. As for hunger, I was hungry for weeks post op, till I moved into soft/mushy food. I also had bad reflux that can mimic hunger, so I was put on Nexium, and that helped. In my opinion, for me, the surgery helped to stop developing complications and now my glucose levels are great and my liver is healthy. Hang in there, it gets better with time

@@Nurse_Lenora Congratulations! Well done, and good on you I am not there yet, but my weight has been steadily going down. I can see the light at the end of the tunnel now ....

When my stomach decides to gurgle loudly during a team meeting, and won't shut up ......

At this stage I don't miss anything. Foods that I craved in the past, such as chocolate and ice-cream, made me sick, so I don't miss them. I would miss coffee if I couldn't have it, but coffee is fine with me. My tastes have changed, and my body likes healthy food now, food that does not make me sick, but makes me feel better.

Chobani greek yoghurt, 1/2 cup (120g) has 12g Protein Add Premium whey Iso Burst Protein Powder: 1 scoop (30g) has 24g Protein The 2 below are dense Proteins and dense calories, but are more fatty: Fresh Salmon poached, 1/2 cup has 24g Protein Lamb mince, 1/2 cup has 18g Protein cheese sauce with my vegetables. I actually live on Salmon these days, both fresh and tinned. I also cook chicken mince, and have lamb mince at times. Beef does not agree with me at this stage. Good luck

@@CHM As Christinamo7 mentioned, stress could be the cause. You had lot of major changes in your life recently, and no bariatric support in your new area. I too am having loads of stress right now, and coped well until my father's major accident, and this put me over the edge. I too started a new job, and yesterday I cancelled all my shifts as I can't cope with work right now. My Protein goal is 80g, I am lucky to make 40g and hovering around 500 cals. Just lost my appetite, and major stress does that to me. I will be adding my high Protein powder to my drinks and meals. I used to add half a scoop to my yoghurt, but now will add a full scoop to yoghurt and drinks. I am diligently taking my Vitamins, and increased my vit C, as I started to feel run down. I will also see my doctor (not surgeon), as I know I am falling into depression now. The stress is just overwhelming now. I wish you well, good luck with your new life, and keep well girl! Lots of great support here. Hugs to you xxxx

@@VSGAnn2014 Thank you! I lost an equivalent of 1 heavy suitcase of extra baggage, and now aiming for the second heavy suitcase to be gone as well. Travelling lighter these days

Had my post 3 months follow up with my surgeon. I'm happy and he is happy! I lost 50% of my excess weight My labs are now Perfect! (only exception is my Thyroid, an ongoing issue for me) Prior my op, I was heading towards Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. Now my liver is happy too Prior my op, I was getting to a pre-diabetic stage. Now my Pancreas and blood sugar levels are also happy My cholesterol levels are getting healthy My hair has thickened and growing like crazy Although I no longer have reflux, due to Nexium PPI, I was told I need to stay on it for 12 months. I follow all the guidelines and recommendations from my surgeon, my dietician (NUT) and my bariatric psychologist. Sometimes it is hard for me to get all the Protein and calories, only when I get stressed. I was told to force myself to eat, and keep having regular meals I still battle/deal with my Graves Disease. Once my weight stabilises, hopefully my life will be easier in this respect My favourite exercises are dancing and walking My face is now defined, and I can see my waist coming back I laugh more The New Chapter in My Life has started, and for that I am very, very grateful I had to wait 9 months for this surgery, due to my thyroid auto-immune disease. I was supposed to be sleeved last July 2015. Finally sleeved 8th March 2016. No regrets, just massive gratefulness

I completely avoid artificial sweeteners (was addicted to Equal), use Stevia now. I completely avoid alcohol and chocolate. I avoid fruit juice, ice-cream and red meat, bread Basically avoid any foods/drinks that my body reacts to in an unpleasant way

I was sleeved 8th March 2016 My weight and BMI are below, in my signature. I have lost over 21kg (46 Ib), and had 2-3 major stalls. Had lot of reflux issues earlier on, now controlled with Nexium. I also have an auto-immune thyroid disease, if not for the thyroid, my post WLS journey has been rather smooth. I am happy with my results, and keep plodding on

@@Daisee68 Wow! You are my hero You look amazing and beautiful, and have done so well. Mega congratulations to you! And thank you for your kind advice and support in my very early days in this WLS journey. You Rock girl! xxxx

@@Christinamo7 So very sorry for your loss. I hope you have loving and caring people around you, and that you find the strength to look after yourself. My Dad has been ill for a long time now, and he lives far away from me. I am really worried about him, and worry when I don't hear from him. I myself have been too sick to travel, and life is tough at the moment. I can only imagine how a sudden death of a parent could feel. Please accept my condolences. I have had financial stress and stress from my ongoing auto-immune disease issues. For me, if I get too stressed, it kills my appetite, and I forget to eat. I try to force myself to have Proteins and stay hydrated. Lots of great advice and support have been given here. All my best wishes to you.

More Aussies, Yay! Great to know Finally resting my weary legs after a great but long day, and here is an Aussie party happening Love to you all xxxxx

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Awesome result! You look fantastic! Happy Birthday to you

Thank you KristenLe Still early days for me, hope to continue on this path and check in at 6 months next ☺ Sent from my SM-N910G using the BariatricPal App

Woohoo! Awesome!

Congratulations! You look amazing!

Awesome result! You look fantastic! Well done

I'm just so glad that I will be able to read the Vet posts! I need you guys! I still have a long way to go, at just over 3 months post op, but I value your experiences and knowledge. So happy with the decision Otherwise I would go into Vets withdrawals ...... with not much to read ..... Thank you all!

Had a tough week, so here it is now: I hate spiders .... especially the really big ones ... they just run too fast! Very confident driver, was lucky to be trained by an instructress who was trained by our late Peter Brock Love 4WD, my dream is getting a Land cruiser next Wanted to be an actress and performer, my parents (both performers) talked me out of it. So I performed in dancing shows, a TV series, commercials and numerous promotions. I got "real" jobs, such as nursing, flight attendant (international division), sales and real estate. Going back to health care soon. I am grateful for travelling the world and being paid for it I am grateful for being trained in all types of communication skills, including Verbal Judo and Conflict Resolution I was trained in self-defence, crowd control and all types of emergency procedures I can do Public Speaking and have no fear of it Tech savvy Totally over PCs, after decades of using them, last year I swapped to an Apple Mac and been happy ever since! I have done some wild stuff in my life and had awesome experiences My health taught me to stop burning my candle at both ends I love animals, love pets. Can't have them at the moment, so I have my pet frogs I love all types of funny stuff, I love to have a good laugh and find it the best medicine for me Some people don't know what to make of me ..... I don't tick the boxes for them ... My auto-immune disease taught me many lessons, and it is an ongoing process. Sometimes I just have to cry, although I don't cry often ..... I love music, have a very eclectic taste I love live shows: music, comedy, illusionist shows and of course Dracula's here on the Gold Coast I hate paperwork, I'd rather clean toilets! Yes, I am supposed to fill out more forms, and I am here on BP instead ..... I'd better go back to these boring paper work and forms The end

@ Mega Congratulations on your Great result and weight loss !!! You have done really well. Yes, IMO this person was very jealous and suffering from the "tall poppy syndrome", or .... fat poppy syndrome ... Haters will stay being haters, no matter what you do or say. My favourite reply is: "Thanks for sharing", or: "what you think of me is none of My business", then walking away, smiling and watching their brains doing cartwheels trying to figure it out .... I have one family member I absolutely refuse to deal with. Go girl, you're doing Great !!! Don't let small minds and negativity affect you .... You know You, they don't Frankly, I feel sorry for these types, however this is Their problem and has Nothing to do with You! Hugs

Rolling Stones: "You Can't always get what You Want" ...... Loved Cuddy's reply in House: "As it turns out, if you try sometime .... You get what You Need" ....