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yeah, no NSAIDS unless you are doing bypass.
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you may want to try Gas X strips, they've been helping me.
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Weak, 1st day of full liquids post sleeve
ouisch replied to lizpuller's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
sleeved 6/1...definitely not getting in 60g of protein yet. and yes, very weak. but i have been trying to stay hydrated, keep moving around. i've been told that our energy WILL return. just takes time. -
good luck!
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man, oh man. it is 3:15. the surgery scheduling department said they start making calls between 4-4:30, but could be as late as 6. i just want to know my time!!! ack! yesterday i stocked up on premade protein shakes, jellos (and already made jello protein shots), a few Crystal Light flavors, and more chicken broth (i am already VERY sick of broth!) bag is packed except for toothbrush & phone charger. i've been waiting 6 1/2 months and it was a long wait. but the last few hours seem to be the hardest of all.
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thanks! they just called. arrival time is 4:30. almost 12 hours to go!
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My surgery is tomorrow
ouisch replied to TammyLee66's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
good luck and wishing you a speedy recovery. let us know how it goes. -
Not sure if I have blown my chance....
ouisch replied to Sweetazhoney's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
call your surgeon. they may have to push your appointment back further as you need to be 30 days nicotine free. maybe it won't matter. -
they DO get old, bit you won't be on them forever!
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thank you! don't give up!
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congratulations! get lots of rest!
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i'm sorry you are feeling like this. my surgery is scheduled for Thursday. a few years ago i started the process but was unable to pay the out of pocket costs. this last round started in Nov. i had my consult and immediately did my endoscopy at the end of the month. my first hurdle was when i met with the psych. i am Bipolar so his concern was my last hospitalization. however he had me come back a month later to see him and the dietitian for the second time. i was medically cleared by that visit. he saw that i was stable and that i made progress with diet and exercise. by the end of February i was told my date would be 3/1. then i found out they were still waiting for my secondary insurance approval. sigh, right? i received my approval two weeks ago. between Feb. and then i felt like it would never happen. i got to the point where 'this was it'. like i had to accept it. but i pushed through. i continued to increase my protein & cut down on carbs and sugar. if you ask my mom she will say that i am the most impatient person in the world. everyday i felt like i did something wrong (afterall, why was insurance taking forever?) but here i am. day 4 of my pre-op diet. this time tomorrow i will find out when i have to be the hospital Thursday. i don't always feel good but reading so many inspiring stories really makes me feel like i can do this. i have no idea how i will feel after i wake up from anesthesia. but let me tell you. i was laying out at the beach this last Saturday and i realized 'by this time next year that i will have that bikini body'! i don't expect to be a size 2 or to lose 100 lbs. in three months. but i know if keep working hard i can make my goal. like my bf said, keep your eyes on your goals!
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june 1 here.
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I didn't think I'd make it!
ouisch replied to AmandaWho's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
good luck! sounds like you've got this! -
hi everyone! i'm scheduled 6/1. today is day 4 of the pre-op diet. i'm on a clear liquid diet til tomorrow night. the hunger headache (& lack of caffeine) is worse than the nervousness of the upcoming surgery. i am just ready to do this!
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hi chi town friends. i'm in the city, scheduled for 6/1. having my surgery done at Westlake Hospital by Dr. Tiensenga. i'd love to talk with nearby sleevers!
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congratulations!
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oh man, i am SO sorry! i would have broken down if they rescheduled me! (especially after working my butt off on this pre-op diet!) but you have to be healthy and take no chances! i hope that you get your BP right and get a new date soon! hugs
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my surgery date is Thursday, 6/1. the pre-op diet hasn't gotten easier (on day 4), but i know post-op will be. i am experiencing headaches, my dietitian thinks it's from the lack of caffeine (unfortunately i am prone to daily headaches & migraines). the NP said no coffee. period. however, this morning i spoke to my dietitian and she said a cup of black coffee is totally ok. though i doubt i will have any today or tomorrow. i take my vitamins daily. still need to p/u my Calcium Citrate (very important!) today my goal is to make sure i get enough protein and to pack my overnight bag. i am very anxious but i know that when i wake up after surgery that i will be headed towards a new and improved life!
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today is the day! i hope everything goes great.
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first, i want to say i'm sorry you aren't getting the familial support that you want/need/deserve. my surgery is this coming Thursday and i suffer from Bipolar Disorder. i have two children that live in CA (my oldest is NOT one bit supportive in all aspects of my life), as well as my mother. i live in Chicago with my bf (though we've been arguing a lot lately). bf tries to be supportive but he doesn't truly understand this weight loss process or my depression - so it's doubly hard! (for example, i made him split pea soup last night and he couldn't stop saying how good it was. compliment to the chef, right? sure. but he didn't realize how hard this pre-op diet has been on me. i know he's not doing it intentionally, but still.) ok. anyway, i have tried preparing ahead of time by attending the monthly support group that my surgeon & dietitian hold. i started going to NAMI groups (they are geared towards mental health support but you don't have to have a diagnosis to attend, sometimes just talking is very helpful). i joined a couple Instagram groups so i can get support and tips from people who have gone through it/about to go through it. you may want to try Meetups. i very much understand your desire to want family. i am exactly the same. but i have had to learn to put up boundaries so that i don't become emotionally exhausted. i really hope you can find a better support system! hugs
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Anyone in Chicago that can be a VSG and fitness pal? Surgery date is this coming Thursday, 6/1/17.