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I don't think they make the Gas X strips anymore, but the do make them chew-able.

I may sounds stupid but what is BED? I am glad that you are getting help pre surgery and I bet you will do fantastic post op! welcome to the group!

You look fantastic, congratulations on your loss! Welcome to the group!

I am the cook as well and I think the hardest part will be not tasting as I am cooking. There are just 5 of us, so not too difficult, except for the brain games! I plan on eating turkey and FluffyChicks cauliflower recipe (thanks!) And some green beans minus the casserole. I am planning to make a low carb/sugar crust-less pumpkin pie! Anyone got a recipe?

A revision is when the change you from one type of weight loss procedure to a Gastric Bypass. A VBG is a Vertical banded gastroplasty, that isn't very popular.

I had gastritis and they later found a fistula. I had a revision from a VBG in 1998.

We went out to Outback while on a short vacation when I was 3 weeks out. I wasn't planning on eating because I didn't think there was anything I could have. The waitress talked me into having some whipped potatoes and she said no charge! Turned out alright, I felt fine and that was my first meal on the pureed diet.

I am sorry to hear this! Is it bright red or does it look like coffee grounds? I also was throwing up blood and that is what led me to surgery. Hope it isn't anything serious!

Before I had my revision I had no idea there was a thing. I thought I would eventually make it back to my original weight (1998 302) Since nothing I tried was helping. Then came an issue where I developed gastritis, followed by an EGD which confirmed I was vomiting a bit of blood and that I had a fistula. My doc sent me to the Weight loss surgeon and that is when I learned about revisions. I am happy my DR. did this for me and I plan to take full advantage of my new start!

Welcome to the group! This is a great group with lots of experience with/in. I know I learn something new all the time. I look forward to getting to know you!

I agree, you look great and have come so far! I hope I do as well as you have! Congrats!

Perfectly normal! I was sore for almost 4 weeks before it let up. I feel pretty good now!

The only app I use is Myfitnesspal.com It is very helpful to log your foods and see where you need to improve. Also you can track inches lost and weight loss as well!

Sounds a lot like the WLS clinic I go to here in Springfield MO. I really appreciate how I can call anytime with questions or concerns. I really like my Nut also! Aside from some complications I am very happy with my surgery.

Thank-you Caltania!

I decided to measure myself for encouragement, since the scale is moving so slow! I have lost 25 inches from my neck to my thighs!

I hit a stall early (3 weeks and now I am 6 weeks) For now the weight is starting to come off, but slowly. I am going to add more water to see if that can help! Your weight will begin to come off again!

I had 2 drains after a tummy tuck. Basically there is a tube that is inside you and anything that comes out of the tube goes into a bulb that you empty and keep track of your drainage. The drainage should become less and less over time and then it is removed. Really no pain at removal it just feels weird!

You are inspiring! I don't know if I could do what you have done, but I am going to give it my best. I also think I am in line for at least one knee replacement! Thank-you!

I only weigh on Mondays as well. I was weighing everyday and was getting so frustrated because the scale wasn't moving. I am in my first stall, have been for 3 weeks.

At two weeks out I was also on the liquid only diet.

What surgery are you having? I was really nervous too. Just remember at all times why you are doing this. I always ask the anesthesiologist for help with my nerves and they are happy to help!

I had my surgery 12 days prior to you and you have lost more weight than I. I have been in a month long stall, but I did just lose 2 pounds. I am 54 and I think I am at the point where I can add in some weights to my routine. I am not sure what age you are, but I love the Richard Simmons "Sweating to the Oldies" he makes it fun and the music is great! Also as Catmouse said, weights add muscle and muscles mean burning more calories. Welcome to the group!

I never thought of training towards a goal. I have never been super athletic except when I was paired with a football player in the weight room in high-school. He had be leg pressing 380 pounds and my thighs were very muscular. Azhiker, I think this a game changer for me, thanks for sharing the idea!

I might get called a few names, but I am postmenopausal and I think I had a hot flash once? I have some hormonal issues that have never been sorted out properly. Hoping the surgery does not change that for me 😉