Hopefulin2021

Yes I had a small GIST tumor removed when I had my bypass done.

So what are some of the things you are Not going to miss being overweight? I’ll start, when going to amusement parks before getting on rides seeing if there was anyone bigger than me first lol

Thank you! I’ve been taking pics and I do see a difference but I really need that scale to move! Lol and my bms just started being normal I was scared for a minute lol

So glad you are feeling better!!!

I’m a week out post op and even though I haven’t felt hunger I want to chew something and it’s killing me!! This is so much harder than I thought I just want to chew. I’m not going to do anything stupid but just venting helps.

Finally on soft foods, still not hungry at all though but I set reminders to eat. Just happy to have different tastes lol

I have no hunger and I only eat about 3 ounces at one sitting. I try to eat at least 4 times a day and get my fluid in. I am only eating protein right now to make sure I reach my protein goal. I feel great and so happy not to have that hunger. I lost 13 lbs so far as of Tuesday, so 13 lbs in two weeks.

Real pain lasts about a week and slowly but surely it will start to fade. After 2 or 3 weeks you’ll feel so much better and all those regrets will disappear l, especially after you lose your first few pounds.

I don’t even check my weight at home. The first time I stepped on the scale was Tuesday at my post op appointment and to my delight I lost 13 lbs since my surgery two weeks ago. I can’t believe I lost 13 lbs in two weeks! My next appointment is April 6th I will see how much I lost ( if I lost) at that point. Idk why everyone is so quick to step on the scale, you had wls so you will lose the weight. Be patient! Lol. Take pics along the way, that’s what I do and I can already see the difference.

I love the post surgery sleep! I feel rested every day I wake up and the mid afternoon naps are the best. My body is definitely healing because of it. So thankful I had this surgery with no issues.

I had surgery on 3/3 have not felt hunger since. I have to remind myself to eat, it’s a good feeling.

Right! Lmao

You’re two weeks post op and you can eat anything? You’re off the liquid diet?

I am so 12 days post op and the head hunger has mostly subsided. I am feeling so much better, barely any pain, and I am able to do more around the house. I still have to take it easy because one day hubby and I went to 2 stores and by the time we got home I was beat and slept for the rest of the day. Now hubby has had me in the house for the last two days and monitors me lol he really think he is my doctor but he has been extremely supportive could not ask for better. Also, I don’t know if it’s the vitamins and calcium or maybe it’s just in my head but my skin is glowing, my teeth looks more whiter, my hair has gotten thicker it’s amazing! Does anyone else see these changes or any other good changes besides weight loss?

So glad you went to the hospital and they figured out what was wrong and I am so sorry you are having to deal with this alone. Please know we are all here for you and you are definitely in my prayers. I am sending lots of hugs and love and I know you will get through this. Please keep us posted.

A little motivation let me see yours !

Lol thank you. These were actually videos so I was trying to get still pictures of each as best I can that’s why it looks a little off. And yes a little tired that’s what happens living off 200 calories water and protein shakes lol

I started my preop diet yesterday and it ain’t easy lol I stocked up on protein shakes and sugar free popsicles but nothing else. It is definitely doable but it’s hard not going to lie. Any one else feel this way?

Good morning everyone. About to head to the hospital for my pre-admin testing. Just want it to be done and over with I hate getting my blood drawn ugh! Wish me luck!

lol yes they are what get me through. I’ve lost a total of 11 lbs since surgery and almost 30 lbs since I started my preop diet so it’s definitely working.

I have my post op appointment on Tuesday. I am hoping i am able to transition to purée food!

I cannot eat jello now after surgery. I had mine on 3/3 also and I loved it before surgery now just the thought of it makes me gag. You have to figure out what is best for you and your new stomach. For instance, I can only tolerate protein shakes if they are ice cold. When they are room temperature it is extremely hard for me to get down. It took me a while to realize this but once I did I was very happy. My recovery has been pretty good but I know what you mean. I don’t think a lot of us realize how big of a change it is until we actually go through it. I want to be out and about and doing things I normally do but i can’t right now and that’s a huge disappointment. My husband always says this is temporary and I know it is but I just want the healing part to be over. Stay strong girl you got this!

Well that’s good. I’m definitely in no rush to go back to work and I guess my surgeon didn’t think so either. Whatever she says I’m doing.

Wow everyone I’m off for 6 weeks and I work from home. Even though I don’t have a labor heavy job I still can’t imagine sitting at the computer for 8 or 9 hours and trying to concentrate on dealing with people. The pain is bearable but it’s still hurts to do a lot of things on my own and I’m not trying to rush anything. Maybe because I had a tumor removed also.

Hey girl all you can do is keep walking, there is nothing you can really do. The gas pain is annoying but know that it won’t last forever. Glad you were able to leave the hospital. I didn’t realize how major this surgery was!