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Is This Normal Or Should I Call The Doctor?
Banditiff posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am currently 2 days post-op (I had surgery Friday) and I have the driest mouth! When I wake up in the morning, my mouth is so super dry that it is had to swallow my own spit (tmi, I know). When I touch my tongue with the tip of my finger it feels as if a shell has formed on my tongue. . . that is how dry I am; my throat as well. Another thing that bothers me is the fact that I feel that I have absolutley NO restriction. I am still on the liquid phase of my diet, but when I drink water or Crystal Light, I can actually take large gulps with no problems. It's crazy, because I can feel the water going down mt throat, through the band and then into my tummy. . . it feels so good when the cold fluid reaches my tummy. Is all of this normal, or is it cause to call the doctor?? Please help me!!THANKS IN ADVANCE, Banditiff -
Is this GERD???
SleeveToBypass2023 replied to SleeveToBypass2023's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I know I was really thinking what I have is GERD, but now I'm not sure what is going on. So here's what I'm dealing with: 1) burning in my throat and occasionally my chest and stomach 2) nausea when eating anything at all, no matter what it is or how much or little of it I try to eat 3) can't tolerate anything but liquids now 4) if I try to eat, it literally won't go down. It sits at the bottom of my throat and doesn't move for AGES. Drinking liquid doesn't help. It just gets stuck there, too. 5) lots of burping and hiccups 6) dark, sticky kinda poo (sorry, tmi) 7) heaviness and pain in my upper stomach/abdominal area 8 ) occasional shortness of breath 9) feeling full after literally 2 or 3 bites of something (small bites, and before stuff wouldn't go down, I was trying to eat and I would be PAINFULLY full after 2 or 3 bites) 10) literally woke up with what felt like acid in my throat this morning (now my throat feels raw and hurts) Some of this sounds like GERD, but some of it doesn't. My husband looked it up and said it sounds like a hiatal hernia, but I don't know. Anyone have experience with that? I'm up late because I'm in so much pain and I can't sleep. Definitely looking forward to calling my surgeon's office. But still, anyone on here have any clue at all what this might be?? -
I just had my surgery on 1/4! During this surgery my gallbladder was removed and a hiatal hernia repaired. The hospital stay was terrible. A nurse that left me in the bathroom when I was still very much dealing with anesthesia, hallways that were so filled with machines I couldn't get through to walk, and a bunch of other issues. Anyway, I'm dealing with some things and I thought I'd ask if it's pretty normal after VSG AND GB removal. I took my 3 oz of shake today fine. Then waited 30 minutes before beginning my Water. I feel like I can drink more than just a sip every few minutes. I can't chug it but I can tell I can drink sip after sip without issue. Is that okay? I was told sip slowly and small sips so I don't know if this will cause an issue at all. Which brings me to the next, every couple of hours I have to poop! It is loose, watery poop. Is this normal? Should I be concerned about the consistency? I'm worried that as I drink I just need to use the bathroom pretty urgently and I am worried it will dehydrate me because I drink then go. Pain wise, I'm okay. My largest incision, next to my belly button but slightly above it on the right side, is where I feel the most pain. The pain meds are making me too loopy and I don't feel like I need them anyway. Anyone care to give me some advice on whether I should contact my surgeon because of the diarrhea? Sorry for the TMI, I'm sure you've all heard worse! By the way, my stats are I am 21, 5'4" Pre Op weight: 266 GW: 160 I will weigh in on Mondays, I don't know what I weight this soon post op!
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Recent "bandits"
knowgr8rlove replied to tcbplainville's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was banded on the 2nd of July by Dr. Ortiz as well. I bet I saw you in the waiting room on Friday when I went to get my teeth whitened! Well it might be TMI, but the whole constipation thing is reality so why not talk about it? Once I got over that "hump" it's been pretty smooth sailing. I've tried to diversify what I get to drink for the liquid portion. Juicy juice boxes pack well in my handbag, and yesterday started with DanActive liquid yogurt and that seems to be helping alot. I've had the fatigue (Not 20 anymore evidently) and some pain. I went back to work two days ago and made it 5 hours before I had to go home and lay down. Yesterday worked 6 hours and will take off mid afternoon today. My biggest work worry is that I actually travel for a living and have to fly to Tulsa on Monday. Packing light and asking for help will have to suffice for now. -
Sensitive question: How often do you go?
Band07 replied to MozzaWehsha's topic in Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery Forum
First, not everyone is the same and I have talked with a few people who have trouble going and deal with a lot of constipation. Then there are others like me as well. In the beginning (once I was off liquids) I would literally go sometimes 10-12x per day !! I have to still be very careful what I eat because some things still set me off without much notice ! I have times it is literally emergency situation and I'm driving 70 mph in panic mode trying to make it the 7 miles home from my office and that was as recent as Wednesday. I'm 8 months post op, I have more less trained my body to go in the evening and overnight and first thing in the morning and I eat to accommodate that schedule. If I didn't have access to a bathroom for 10 hours I wouldn't eat a thing ! I would be scared to death ! Again just my experience and not all have this wonderful side effect that I have. Also TMI but it's like nothing Iv ever experienced, I used to sneak across to a bathroom in a gas station when I needed to go because I work in a small not very private office and after 2-3x they closed their bathroom to outsiders ! Yeah, because of me -
When I asked my doctor that he said "Not here, please!" LOL And then explained anytime in which it was not painful to do so...TMI here perhaps, but I believe we waited about 1-1/2 weeks.
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Sorry if this is TMI, or griss, but did anyone else experience a change in their menstrual cycle after surgery? I am just a little over 2 weeks out and have my first period since surgery and the pain is excruciating. The worst cramps I have ever had in my life. Has anyone else experienced this?
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Almost 5 weeks out and feeling constantly nauseous
iliana00000 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So I started on soft foods... and ever since I have been so nauseous like morning sickness lasting all day. TMI after 3 months finally got my period. My body just feels terrible overall feeling weak, so emotional, and tired. I am trying to be active but when I walk and such my heart starts to race like crazy. Idk if it is just me everyone I know seems to be doing fine post-surgery, but I've been struggling bad. I don't even care about losing weight at this point I just want to feel better. Even drinking water is hard, its like I am regressing rather than progressing. anyone else experience this? -
Constipation - Warning TMI
fourmonthspreop replied to Donna2022's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I know the struggle... trust me. I almost went to the ER because the amount of blood but turns out it was from the hard stool. So long as the blood is fresh - it's likely just from the straining/hardness. This is def TMI but I reached the point of slapping on a pair of gloves and taking it out myself. Sadly this intense constipation is common after weight loss surgery. You'll need to find a supplement and or medication routine that helps you pass things better. Try asking your care team for advice. I have in my arsenal right now senna (smooth move) tea, milk of magnesia, psyllium husk and prune juice. I also try to each some veggies with my protein, whatever I can stand. Make sure to drink a lot of water and try switching up your protein shakes. My ensures were causing a lot of the constipation initially. Good luck. I really know the pain. It will get better eventually. Sent from my SM-G975U using BariatricPal mobile app -
Since I have good restriction and I am eating less food, I only get bowel movement once every 2-3 days which is very unusual for me because I used to go daily. My question is, is this normal after getting restriction and after you start eating less food? Please let me know. Do you think I need a stool softener to go daily? Thanks in advance.
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Howdy to all. I'm on day 9 post op sleeve and partial Nissen fundoplacation and hiatal hernia repair. Did for major gerd for so many years and to help lose weight to get pressure off ingujnal hernia repairs. Today as has been all week shakes are getting to be hard to intake no taste or almost a gagging taste tried premier and mt rx rtd 51. Can't stomach either in low carb low sugar slim fast and they are starting to not settle easy. Today broths were not even decent. Is this normal? I believe I got my fluid intake but have been progressively Weaker each day and shaking at times. I did walk a quarter mile today so I'm not laying around etc. even Tmi urine output is a lot less today. Makes me worried I've emailed the dr to see if I could add low fat sugar free yougurt to help get some more protein in but no luck yet. Any ideas. I'm motivated. 257 preop 240 surgery day and 227 ninth day post op losing about 2 pounds a day Attached pic at 257 and then yesterday pic.
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Woooo...first day full liquids and everything is going through fine...
SummerAgain posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
...a little TOO fine. Going down easy, through the band no problem and RIGHT out the back door!!! Sorry, TMI! I am going strictly by the book, have no pain and I am close to home so it's not a big deal but.......HOLY CRAP. no pun intended. -
March 30, 4 days post op. The sunken in incisions hurt the most when I laugh and cough. When i poop its diarrhea and its comes out like a fart. Lol. Tmi. I know. Umm I feel myself getting better. Just a new experience. No regrets I know i am doing it for my health. To better myself. I just try to breathe in and out. Just relax. But praying for a speedy recovery.
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I’m on the Dartmouth diet to prep for surgery per order of my surgeon. The basic break down is cream of wheat, soup, protein shakes and jello/pudding. I’m on day four now and I’m just getting progressively more sick. TMI- but nauseous, gagging when eating, diarrhea, exhausted and cloudy. I’m not sure what I should do? My surgery is Thursday 8/29/19 so I have 3 more full days of this left. I’m open to experiences and suggestions.
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Period, constipation, stall or all of the above?
ShelterDog64 replied to QueenOfTheTamazons's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Are you walking? That's the single best thing to keep your bowels moving, honestly, as long as you're getting your fluids. Probably TMI, but I walk almost every night after dinner...by the end of 2 miles, I usually need my bathroom -
Jane - For some reason, no... I guess I should just go do it and let the results speak for themselves. My six months labs were amazing. My anxiety comes from little feedback issues I get from my body in the last 2-3 months. Nothing major, but things like cramping all the time, bruising way to easily, excessive stiffness (even though I stretch and roll every day before and after fitness), lack of good quality sleep, little pain aches on the sides of my chest close to arm pits (feels like bee stings), painful urination on occasion, slow urination, yada, yada. Sorry for the TMI. Just wanted to list out a couple things. None of these things really bother me enough to do anything about it. I can tolerate it. More than tolerate it because I am still kicking my fitness through the roof and generally happy with my relation with eating a most Protein diet as a maintainer.
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What Are You Most Looking Forward To?
ldjstonband replied to fericito's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I want to hold my head up high tie my shoes without getting out if breath. Run work out eat less have better sex I know tmi but my weight holds me back. I want to grow old healthy. Meet my grandchildren. Not be on blood pressure meds at 29. I'm gonna make my dream come true. -
Tried caffeinated coffee and a 6 week update
katiemay0101 replied to MyTimeToLose's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I tried everything! I mean everything because I was constipated (sorry for the TMI). Milk of magnesia, mirilax, colace, etc. I finally said the heck with it last night and had half of a small Dunkin donuts coffee. Best thing i could've done. This morning, after 10 days of not going, I finally was able to go. My doctor says no coffee but if it gets down to it again, I will drink the coffee! -
Helloah! Just wanted to pick your brains... A little background on me - for those of you who don't know - I am now over two years out and not at my surgeon's goal yet... I ma just 9lbs off. I have been this weight since October and I am starting to think that 'this is me'... I will continue the Quest of weight loss, but part of me has started to accept that this might not happen now. I've gone from a UK 22-24 to a UK 14, with a total of 75lbs gone. Most of the fat that is left on me is around my middle!! My legs are ok... I have got a lot of muscle there, ss I am not too worried about the bit of thigh fat that is left - I am too old for mini skirts now...lol So, my thoughts are now turning to finishing this job and getting rid of the excess, saggy and wobbly skin that is really bothering me. I have just returned from a beach holiday, and having to wear a swimming costume, I now realise that the skin is more of a problem than my weight... it really does effect me both physically and mentally. I want it gone... my hubby agrees... and we will have to pay for it. My sleeve surgeon does a TT at a good price so he will be my first port of call. Also the boys are in pretty poor condition now... pretty much skin - no shape left - sorry for TMI! Again, this is really effecting me mentally and I would also like this sorted... I don't want to go big... just round...lol! Now, the actual operations don't bother me at all... what worries me is the time in recovery. So, for all those that have had either one or the other, or both can you please answer: How long were you in hospital? How long was recovery? How long did you have off work? Are you happy with the results? Also, is it possible to have the two operations done at the same time? If so, how much extra recovery time is needed... or is this too much at one time. I am a teacher, and my school's sickness policy is very strict. I would tell them about the TT; and stress that is it for medical reasons, not vanity (ok, so that is partially a lie, but you gotta do what you gotta do) - however, I wouldn't tell them about the uplift!!! I would be very grateful for any replies, comments or advice that you have for me; the good, the bad and the ugly! Thanks in advance =]
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Being financially prudent does not count as chickening out. If you are concerned about the future of your finances, then it is absolutely the right decision to wait on the tummy tuck. If, however, your decision is motivated by a concern about the recovery, then as someone who has had the procedure, I would encourage you to continue to think about it. I have had literally pretty much every body procedure you can have in the body contouring scope of plastic surgery and the TT is far and away the one that I am most consistenly in awe of the results. The worst part about the TT was that it was really hard to actually get out of bed for a few weeks, since you can't really do any form of sit-up motion. (also- TMI here, the first week, pooping was fairly evil when your ab muscles are all stitched together). Overall, as long as you are financially comfortable, don't chicken out on the procedure, but if you are unsure about the future, then being a responsible, financially secure adult is not even remotely considered chickening out
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Unflavored protein powder
aaonthego replied to glitterpockets's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I use Syntrax Nectar and Genpro unflavored powders to mix into soups, broth, refried beans, etc. For shakes and such, if you haven't tried UMP, they are my favorite flavored protein powder. For ready made shakes, I like premier protein although (tmi) it sometimes gives me diarrhea. -
pre op urine colour - probably TMI!!!
Miss Solar shrinks posted a topic in Pre-op Diets and Questions
Hi all, sorry but has anyone else noticed that the colour of their urine has changed colour since starting the pre op diet? Im two weeks into the diet (total four weeks to do) which includes three protein shakes and one meal a day but I have noticed that my urine is almost neon yellow! is this a side effect of the shakes or something? (and no, its definitely not an STI or other infection, i get tested regularly) -
Maybe tmi...changes in monthly cycle?
Real California April replied to greenreader's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Not TMI at all. Mine came late afyer surgery. I was on levonox so it was hellish but hey no cramps SW: 366 CW: 340 GW1: 200 RNY Dec 18, 2017! -
Maybe tmi...changes in monthly cycle?
VSG_Meow_Bitch replied to greenreader's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Not tmi -
Greetings this may be tmi but I need help. Sleeved on 2/5 sent home 2/6. Seemed ok but then I couldn't keep anything down. Pain meds made me nauseous and anti nauseous meds barely helped. Stopped taking pain meds. Lots of saliva and was coughing phlegm. Called dock 2/7 got another med that helps keep liquids down but it makes me dizzy for a bit when I take it. At least stuff is staying down. I haven't pooped in 5 days and I'm getting worried. Any advice? Going in today to see Doc. Thank you all for your input.
