Briswife15

Are you sipping or gulping? Try little frequent sips. Things get better. Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Thanks. My surgeon said my stricture wad the worst he'd seen in 20 years of practice! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Take the pain meds they offer you in the hospital. It gets better quickly, don't worry. Congratulations on your surgery and hang in there! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Glad you like the bariatric Tesoo vitamins. I actually threw my machine away (after trying to sell it) because I couldn't stand the taste! It's a clever little machine though! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

I agree with catwoman7. I have had a stricture for months. I had the same symptoms. I've been dilated 4 times with a 5th one coming ip at the end of the month. Did you have RNY? It's a long road to recovery. But it is possible. You need to find a bariatric surgeon near you and get this diagnosed. They do an upper GI to diagnose a stricture. Keep us posted. And good luck! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

I don't think you should jump from liquids to eggs and chicken quite so soon. You should talk to your surgeon about progressing early. Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Congratulations!! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Ah! It gets easier. Just take lots of little sips. There is swelling in your pouch. Give it time. Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

I use Bariatric Advantage. I like that they are designed for bariatric patients. Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

How far post surgery are you? Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

So. I'm about 3 months post RNY and today I'm just not feeling right. Weak, dizzy, lightheaded and no energy. Yesterday I worked out hard at the gym, and didn't meet my goal of 64 ounces of water. Today, because I stayed in bed I also have not had a lot to drink, although Im trying. I'm wondering if I'm dehydrated. I also don't consime many calories because I have a stricture. I live mostly on protein shakes. I just want to go back to bed!! Any suggestions for what could be wrong? I do see my surgeon's PA on Tuesday. Thanks!! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

My RNY got rid of my type 2 diabetes and acid reflux. Sleeve has the potential to exacerbate acid reflux. My surgeon wouldn't even consider sleeve for me due to my reflux. Good luck with whatever you choose! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

I had the gastric bypass not the band, so I have no experience with it, but if I were you I would do a lot of research before having a gastric band so you are aware of all the pros and cons. Good luck with whatever you choose! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Thank you. I did feel better 32 ounces later!! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Thank you, Frustr8! Right back at you! :-). I've got my 5th endoscopy on June 28th, so we'll see how the stricture and ulcers are healing. Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Thanks, all. I guess something else is going on. Although I have fatigue ,dizziness. No energy. I don't have muscle cramps or dark urine. Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

I take antidepressants as well. Not extended release. Doesn't hurt my RNY pouch either. Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Hi, Frustr8. No, I don't have those symptoms, so I guess I'm not dehydrated! Just can't figure out why I feel the way I do. Thanks for your reply! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

MGB isn't that common. My insurance wouldn't pay for it. Have you considered a regular gastric bypass? Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

After bouncing around between 200 and 201 for a few days, I finally hit onderland today!! 199.2!!!! It feels fantastic [emoji4] Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Yay! And congratulations on your weight loss! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Congratulations!! Way to go!! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Almost 3 months post gastric bypass and no dumping as of yet. I don't plan on it either!! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Yes, I take the "Pearls" brand. They are like tiny little pearls, and are formulated to be absorbed in the small intestine. They are so small, I imagine they go right thru the stoma from the pouch and into the intestines. Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

There are lots of yummy protein shakes out there. You just need to experiment. Mix a good powder with unsweetened almond milk not water! You are probably not getting enough protein and that can lead to complications. Don't worry about calories but try to get 60 gms of protein a day. Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app