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I am 8 weeks post op and now am one week into my second stall. My first stall was at 3 weeks post op and lasted for 2 weeks. I’m trying not to get frustrated but I have to admit that it’s getting to me a little. Thanks for the post. Nice to know that I’m not alone on this crazy new healthy life journey!!

I’m in the same stall boat. I stalled at 3 weeks and then again at 7 weeks. It is frustrating. I’m trying to not weigh myself and just concentrate on sticking with my plan. I’m down 40lbs. In 8 weeks. Im glad I’m not alone in this! This forum is great.

Hi all. I’ve developed muscle twitches and cramping in my hands. It happens all day. I googled and it says probable Potassium deficiency.. Anyone else experience this symptom?

So far the only cramping is in my hands. But it’s also that they constantly twitch and have spasms all day. My multi vitamin has tons of vitamin D in it so not sure that’s the culprit. Been trying to eat banana throughout the day. Just not sure I’m able to eat enough to get in what I need for potassium. Thank you all for the suggestions and well wishes! 😊

My surgeon has issued blood work so hopefully will know soon! Thank you for your reply!

Just curious when your hair loss began? Also I read that zinc is what helps or hurts hair loss, not sure if it’s accurate but I read it online when I was searching for ways to prevent hair loss. Check your multi vitamin to make sure it has the zinc that you need.

I slept in my recliner. It was much more comfortable than lying flat.

I’m at 7 weeks postop, and still have it every morning. I agree, it’s awful. Tastes like blood.

Today marks 2 weeks on purée foods and am supposed to transition to soft foods tomorrow, which is 4 weeks post op. I had a nutrition class for purée but they did not go over what soft foods we can have. Just looking for some ideas please!

I absolutely used to love wheat thins. I’d eat them with turkey and cheese. Does anyone have a low carb option for Wheat Thins?

I get the hiccups when I’m getting to the point of full. I do sneeze when I’m nauseous though. Weird little tricks our bodies like to play post surgery, I guess!

I have tried tuna fish mixed with some mustard. I did fine with it. It’s the only meat that I have tried so far. I have had eggs and did ok with those as well. I would really like some soft vegetables and fruits.

I also love pickles and have been craving them very badly. I’m not sure about what meats I can have, fruits, veggies etc. I’m assuming as long as they are soft or steamed then I’m ok.

I am almost 4 weeks out and also feel very weak and dizzy. Not much energy here at all.

Where do you find the Isopure?

I’ve been exactly the same. Just can’t do the purée. I’ve been sticking with yogurt, cottage cheese and popsicles. I’m almost one month post op. Wednesday is 4 weeks and I’m hoping I’ll be more motivated during soft stage.

I was sleeved on the same day as well. 1 month pots op on Wednesday! Tell her congratulations on coming this far. It is a hard adjustment as most of us have depended on food as comfort or socialization this whole time. I also have a very hard time with liquid intake as well as protein intake. I find I can drink more if it’s ice cold. A lot of others can only stand room temp liquids. It varies for everyone. Sounds like she has a fantastic support person in you!! It’s definitely a complete lifestyle change. Tell her to keep trying different things, until she finds what works best for her sleeve and we wish her the best of luck!

Same situation here as well. I have Mirena. No period last 2 years and as soon as I had surgery started a period. Lasted 2 weeks. Stopped for a week and started up again. I’m so glad someone started this thread because I’ve been wondering as well!!! Also had a slight uti about a week ago. Feel better knowing it’s happening to others!!

Just wondering what those of you in Purée have been eating and how much you can eat. Thanks!

Thank you for your reply. I’m eating close to the same things, except I haven’t tried eggs yet. Mostly sticking to yogurt, cottage cheese, and tuna and some cream soups. I can usually eat about 3 very small bites. I should probably look into a food scale! Thank you for the idea!

Yep. I’m 15 days out and mine makes all kinds of new sounds.

I was on clear liquids for 2 weeks. Now I’m on purée for 2 weeks. Then soft foods for 2 months! This is the plan for all of the surgeons in my area! Go slow! It takes time to heal. Good luck.

Gas X chewable tablets. Helps alot

I’m taking the Pro Care Health Bariatric muti-vitamin with iron. It has everything that I need including 1,000 mcg of b12. Its in pill form or chewable. I take the pill form at night before bed and have no issues. The only thing it’s missing is calcium. And I will start that at my 1 month post op visit. Good luck!

I’m right there with you!!! I’m at day 10 and it’s the smells that are the hardest. I’m ok until I smell food!!! And my stomach growls. I have been trying to keep a shake with me at all times so I have something to sip on at least. Looking forward to puree stage in 3 days!!!