Miss Rachel

I have lost all the weight I set out to lose. I am however asking, has any long time sleeves had any behavior issues. It's a hard topic to discuss but I'm also a nurse and I'm putting myself out there. We are made of chemical reactions and we had a place where chemicals are produced, removed. I have severe problems with meds in general now that I'm prescribed. My clinic says this is normal but I have to see doctors out of the clinic and they don't want to play by the clinics rules! Especially now that I have a nerve condition. It would be nice to have another human to say, yes, I have had a similar problem! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using BariatricPal mobile app

Not really, I also have tried to avoid dairy... Sent from bariatric pal app

I don't want to offend but I have lost half of my weight but I have constant sulfer gas. I don't know what to do to stop this. I don't think I have cdif because I'm a nurse and I know that smell. Any suggestions because I am driving myself and my family nuts. Sent from bariatric pal app

I'm going to be 6 weeks out and already tolerate regular food. I know my limits and listen to my body. We are going to Disneyland for Christmas. It's a family tradition. Does anyone have any suggestions about what I can eat in the park?I have read a lot about Disney world and its completely different from southern California. We practically live in this park but I have never looked at it through bariatric eyes... Sent from bariatric pal app

When I was preparing for the surgery I bought a bariatric food case because we travel a lot! I could use it for the car. I was looking at the menus for Disneyland restaurants and I see where I can manage meals. I totally can eat salmon and lamb and we will get a late reservation for the carthay circle world of color dinning tickets. Then I can get a doggie bag... Sent from bariatric pal app

sugar free chocolate pudding. I'm a nurse and crush meds for my patients and it's worth a try. Spreading out the meds could effect the strength of the med. Sent from bariatric pal app

I thought I did this to myself in the hospital when I was pushing a little hard in the bathroom. I noticed it when I grabbed my stomach and freaked out! Does anyone else have a dent and did it go away? Sent from bariatric pal app

Why are "we" more at risk? Because post surgical patients run the risk of blood clots Sent from bariatric pal app

I did the surgery because I wasn't able to physically do anything and I have a heart condition. I'm only 42 and have a huge life I want to enjoy. I was terrified of surgery and the unknown of after the surgery, I'm a nurse and know what I'm supposed to tell patients, not anything I can actually speak of. I haven't lost a ton of weight yet but I feel like I'm starting to live... Sent from bariatric pal app I'm scared of being put to sleep I've never Been under, its the only thing that's giving me second thoughts. Any advice? Sent from my LGLS675 using the BariatricPal App I was terrified of that too! I even got on the operating table and told them I needed to pee! They gave me some drugs and I can't remember anything except for post op. I was worried about saying crazy things to everyone and I was so drugged that I didn't know my own name. Sent from bariatric pal app

I refuse to use the regular Vitamins, I use these Patches. Sent from bariatric pal app

I'm on the Patches and I don't care what they say. The proof will be in my blood test. I will go to the horrible regime of taking oral Vitamins if it doesn't work. I have always had nausea with vitamins before surgery so I am going to play a guinea pig for a while. Maybe I can help support the data. Just place the patches on thin skin over bony areas. You fat in your butt won't be good for absorption and cleans the site with alcohol and let it dry before you put it on. Sent from bariatric pal app

I stopped taking it when I had my surgery 3 weeks ago and I have been really slow losing the weight. I'm sure if I took it I would really drop the weight but I'm tired of peeing all the time. Sent from bariatric pal app

I'm 3 weeks post op and I regret it everyday. I can't change it. But I just need to find my new normal. Sent from bariatric pal app

Not to be an alarmist but go get that checked out in the er. I have had 2 heart attacks and after surgery we are more at risk. Don't take chances. Sent from bariatric pal app

I have never craved salt before this surgery and all I want is salt now! Our body does tell us what we need... Maybe it is to get us to drink more Sent from bariatric pal app

When I took nutrition in nursing school, they said consider milk food. I'm on the fence about that because you aren't getting it straight from the cow... Sent from bariatric pal app

It took me a week to go and I use docusate liquid to get going and then I got diarrhea... And hemmeroids. Sent from bariatric pal app

I'm 3 weeks out and I tried to sleep through the whole healing process... It's good to shut down for a bit just not all the way down... Sent from bariatric pal app

A long charger for your phone, hair brush and ties, toothbrush, slippers, a comfortable pillow and headphones. I had a roommate that wanted it dark and silent. I sleep with the TV on... Bring your patients Sent from bariatric pal app

I'm not good with pain and the pain medication really helps. You will be very unhappy for a few weeks and then, it will be better every day. Sent from bariatric pal app

I just got a cookbook for protein shakes on Amazon and it has totally improved my life. I'm not kidding, I couldn't choke another shake down no matter what it was. At least now I have some variety... Sent from bariatric pal app

Omg! I'm so glad to hear that not everyone is post surgical angels that become robots after surgery! I think if we do what is right 99% of the time we can be bad on vacation! How do you not eat in new Orleans?! I will go on vacation and make a mess out of myself and come home, repent and get back on track. You made my day! Sent from bariatric pal app

I did the surgery because I wasn't able to physically do anything and I have a heart condition. I'm only 42 and have a huge life I want to enjoy. I was terrified of surgery and the unknown of after the surgery, I'm a nurse and know what I'm supposed to tell patients, not anything I can actually speak of. I haven't lost a ton of weight yet but I feel like I'm starting to live... Sent from bariatric pal app

I totally feel the same way! I also hear this is a common problem. I will try and be patient but I'm not known for that... I'm just doing what I'm told and trying not to get discouraged but I think we all have those down days and not seeing any progress isn't helpful. I really can't wait to get this weight off. Sent from bariatric pal app

Since the surgery on the 7th I have not been able to control the pain! I'm not sure I can handle this much longer. I take my oxycodone every 4 hours. When I take the meds I can get up and walk around. I can even sit at the table to eat. My pain on a good day is 7/10. I can't stand being over that. The on call tonight told me to take Tylenol. Or go to the er. It's our right as a patient to be made comfortable. Monday they are going to hear it from me. This pair is tearing me down. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App