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CyndieRI

Gastric Sleeve Patients
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  1. CyndieRI

    Pjj431

    I’m 52 (so a bit younger but not too much). I had surgery on 10/10 and my only issues were nausea and heartburn for 4-5 days. Other than that I was fine. I walked the halls in the hospital (slowly at first) with little to no pain and by 1 week I was moving like I did pre-surgery. Good luck!!
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    Dating

    Excellent!! (Clapping for you!!)
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    99 days post op!

    Awesome job! You look great!!
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    So embarrassed...

    Embarrassing story (happened right before I decided on WLS). My husband and I went for dinner and decided to eat on the back deck because a musician was going to be out there playing music. They had these old crappy plastic chairs and when I sat in mine it literally disintegrated under me and I ended up flat on my back. I almost DIED of embarrassment!! I took it as a wake up call and had surgery 2 weeks ago today. If ever I want to cheat (in the future) I hope I remember how totally mortified I was that night!! 😰
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    Dating

    So glad the date went well and WLS was no big deal! I know it’s easy to think it’s only because you are visually appealing now - but that is YOU!! And since he didn’t freak at the WLS it seems he like you for YOU!! ❤️
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    Dog Lovers

    Here’s my beautiful Bernie! He’s going to miss me when I go back to work!!
  7. Yay!!! That’s awesome! Congratulations!! ❤️
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    Hey 50 & over gang We have a new spot

    I’m 52 and had mine on 10/10. I was terrified too - but I did it and I’m glad I did!! Good luck!!
  9. Briswife15 - I have BCBS in Rhode Island and I too gained in the middle of my pre-op diet. I ended up losing it by the end - but it had no effect on my approval. I hope the same is true for you! Good luck!
  10. Thank you so much for the encouragement! I really appreciate it!! XOXO
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    2 days!!!!

    Don’t bring an underwire bra to wear home - I did and it hurt! Lol
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    Fun SLOW POST OP SHAKE

    Looks good! I’ll have to try that!
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    Make DS public or not?

    I had my sleeve surgery on 10/10 and while I didn’t post it on Facebook, I did tell my family, friends and coworkers. I found that most everyone has been very positive and supportive. But that’s just me - I’m very open about things. I had IVF with both of my kids and although some people don’t share things like that, I told everyone! Just do what feels right for YOU! Good luck!
  14. Thank iattcom! I go tomorrow for my “official” weigh in! What I really need to do is stay off MY scale (every day - sometimes twice!) 😰
  15. Hello All! My highest weight was 365 and my surgery weight was 327 on 10/10/18. When I came home I had gained 9lbs despite not having eaten! 😰 In the 2 weeks since surgery I have gotten to 317 but I feel like I should have lost more since I’m still on liquids and super soft foods (like applesauce). It is very daunting to realize you need to lose 200+ lbs to even come close to the healthy range!
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    Vitamins

    My surgeon suggested Flintstones chewables. I love them!! ❤️
  17. What kind are you drinking? Some are thicker than others. Also, they do make clear protein drinks. That’s what they gave me in the hospital. Good luck!!
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    Hey 50 & over gang We have a new spot

    Hello! Glad I found this thread. I am 52 and had sleeve surgery on 10/10. The first 5 days or so were terrible (vomiting and REALLY REALLY bad heartburn - like I thought I was having a heart attack!) Since then (knock on wood) I’ve been doing great! Any advise anyone would like to share with a “newbie” would be appreciated!!
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    October 2018 Sleevers

    I’m so sorry you are having issues. I didn’t have a drain either, but I never threw up blood. I threw up a LOT after surgery but never blood. I hope someone else can offer more information. Good luck!!
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    40 something sleevers?

    I’m 52 and had surgery on 10/10. I wish I did it years ago but I don’t focus on the past. I’m focused on today - and the future! My highest weight was (an embarrassing 365). Surgery weight was 327 and I was 316 as of this morning.
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    Post op hunger

    Thanks Walter! That makes me feel a LOT better!! 👍
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    Post op hunger

    I can eat a container of yogurt (guessing 5 oz but not sure) in less than 5 minutes. I can drink a Premier Protein shake in less than that. And I don’t feel crappy at all. I don’t think that’s normal - but I don’t have my post-op appointment until Thursday.
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    Post op hunger

    I think I had my sleeve the same day (10/10)! I also feel no restriction which is worrying me! I was really hungry over the weekend but feeling better today.
  24. This is the best post/thread ever! I am 12 days post-op (gastric sleeve) and tonight I blended some chicken tortilla soup - even though I’m not on puréed foods yet. It was so good and it didn’t bother me at all - but I do feel a bit guilty!
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    Infection prior to surgery?

    Sorry about your UTI. I don’t know about others, but I had my sleeve on 10/10 and they did NOT give me an antibiotic after surgery. I think it’s odd they didn’t give you any to clear up the UTI before surgery. Did they say why they didn’t??

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