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Anyone else have surgery around June 22, 2016?
pewpewpewpew replied to UMDiva02's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I was sleeved June 22nd as well. Today I have my follow up appt with my surgeon and meeting with a nutritionist to go over step 3 of my reintroduction to eating solids. Hw: 295 Sw:288 Cw:273 I did a 2 week pre op high Protein diet followed by a 2 week post op full/clear liquids and tomorrow I can start reintroducing food. Soft foods first then more solids as my body sees fit. I do have diabetes and they took me off metformin right after surgery. No complications but I am on bloodthinners for 3 months post op as a precaution due to being on HBC. Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App -
How many incisions did you end up with?
pewpewpewpew posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have 6. Which is fine. I thought 5 was the usual. They are healing well and do not hurt. This skin glue though is driving me batty! I was a little out of it when my surgeon came by the day after. I remember him being suprised and telling me I had a "big" piece of stomach to remove. So maybe that has something to do with it? Not a super serious concern. Just curious. I will ask at my post op follow up on the 5th. Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App -
How long do you plan to take off work after surgery?
pewpewpewpew replied to Amber M.'s topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
i go back to work tuesday. i took 13 days off-the perfect amount of time as i am going stir crazy! the only thing i am worried about is getting tired-but i know this shall pass. -
are you able to have greek yogurt as a full liquid? oikos yogurt triple zero has about 15g Protein and only 6g of sugar. i also suggest fairlife milk. its lactose low/free and has 13g protein per serving.
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I was told 1 cup max of coffee and that I had to drink more Water to make up for its diuretic effects. Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App
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Mixing protein powder
pewpewpewpew replied to charley27's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Fairlife milk. It's lactose free/low and has added Protein. I add Water if it's too thick. Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App -
Nail polish/Acrylic nails
pewpewpewpew replied to still_dna's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I kept my polish (dark blue matte) on and had no issues. During surgery they used my ear lobe for pulse and later on used a clip on my finger for O2 readings. Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App -
Late June Sleeve Buddies?
pewpewpewpew replied to Maggie143's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
We have the same weight stats and are surgery twins yay! My plan skips the pureed food stage. I go from 2 weeks clear and full liquids right into reintroducing food at my own pace. Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App -
Late June Sleeve Buddies?
pewpewpewpew replied to Maggie143's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Had my surgery June 22nd. Recovering pretty well. Cheated a bit with some mushy foods today but besides that I am adjusting well. The hardest part is getting my brain to get in line with my stomach. Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App -
2 weeks high Protein pre op 2 weeks liquids pre op Then I slowly reintroduce foods. Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App
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Sleeping position?
pewpewpewpew replied to magoosmom's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I use a small pillow to support my stomach if I sleep on my side and it helps with the pulling feeling. Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App -
How soon after surgery were you permitted to swim?
pewpewpewpew replied to higher's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
4-6 weeks depending on how fast my incisions close. Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App -
How long did anyone stay at the hospital after the operation
pewpewpewpew replied to shortydk's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Overnight. They checked for leaks the morning. Also had me complete 3 walk goals and 4 cups of water/crystal light as well before I went home. Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App -
How many incisions did you end up with?
pewpewpewpew replied to pewpewpewpew's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
surgery date twins *high five* -
Birth control= weight gain?
pewpewpewpew replied to PissiChrissi's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Reconsider the iud! There are 3 on the market now. Skyla-for women who have not had children yet-it contains hormones and is smaller mirana -the big sister to Skyla and Paraguard which contains copper and no hormones. I didn't have weight gain using the nuvering. I did have issues with the arm implant gaining weight. So in september I will go back on the pill when it's removed. Non hormone methods-diaphram or cervical cap. Hopefully in a couple years I can just get my tubes tied and be done. Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App -
Insurance Coverage of Pre-Op Nutrition Class
pewpewpewpew replied to CloverBlue's topic in Insurance & Financing
I had to pay $600 for my nutritional classes and material out of pocket. Kinda annoyed that they would make this a requirement for surgery and not figure out a way for it to be covered. Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App -
Airport security issues ?
pewpewpewpew replied to Wolfgirl78's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Unless i am on a tight schedule i refuse the scanners or detectors for personal reasons so I get a pat down anyways. Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App -
Extremely hungry 5 days post-op
pewpewpewpew replied to hapend2016's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
5 days post op here as well. I am having what I call "brain cravings" My brain is telling me how much I miss allllll the foods. While my stomach and rest of my body is like "aw hell no we are fine and want to heal" I usually grab a sf Popsicle to try and make everyone happy. Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App -
How much walking did everyone do after suegery?
pewpewpewpew replied to rimmarrufo's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I do quick walks around the house all day and a long walk outside with my partner when they get home from work. (5 days post op) Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App -
Exercise?! When can we..
pewpewpewpew replied to curlysue86's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was told at 4 weeks I could do light exercise and then ramp it up as my body sees fit. I just want these darn incisions to heal so I can hope back into the pool! I am only 5 days post op..sooooooo a ways to go. Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App -
You have to remove everything or - like i did - replace with glass or plastic. Good luck! Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App
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Oops! I just swallowed a pill whole
pewpewpewpew replied to ACJordan's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was given whole pills the day after surgery. You should be fine! Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App -
Calling all June '16 sleevers!
pewpewpewpew replied to shrinkingkimber's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Good luck! Try and get as much rest tomorrow as you can! Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App -
Mine is 2 weeks of at least 32 ounces of Clear liquids and 32 ounces of full liquids plus Vitamins. Then I move on to real food. No soft/pureed foods at all. Sent from my SM-N900V using the BariatricPal App