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In the beginning I simply would crush then or cut the in half. You only take one at a time in the beginning. At about 8 weeks post op I was told I was healed and could swallow them whole, so I started doing that and no proble. There is only one pill that ever gave me trouble and it is my Calcium citrate. That pill is pretty bid in even though it is the smaller version. I have to make sure I take it with quite a bit of Water. Once I swallowed it and it seemed to go down sideways and dry and that did make me vomit.
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I didn't crush anything once the g-tube was out. Just swallowed them as they came. Started the pills about 2-3 weeks after sx.
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So frustrated losing slowly and taking meds that make me feel sick
snowkitten replied to AreLin's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Oh, before I forget... take your measurments!!! It's not unusual to see the scale stall. But it's extremely helpful to be able to measure and see that you have lost inches. -
So frustrated losing slowly and taking meds that make me feel sick
AreLin replied to AreLin's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
yes it bieng water weight is very true. Yesterday when I woke up I felt horrible from the medications and was down. But I started calming down after looking through the forumns and learning more about the post op process. Sorry for being a Debbie downer, just tired of feeling sick. Before the meds I felt weak but I was doing great, felt great and was finally enjoying walking as I had no leg or back pain anymore. So the medicinr slowed me down as I get dizzy during my walks. But I emailed my Dr and his nurse and am waiting to see what they say. I know this sounds bad but although I only have three days of meds left, I don't think I can continue taking them. So hopefully they say I can stop or at least reduce it a bit. -
I'm still in horrible pain when I move the wrong way. Everyone asks how I am, and I say good except for the knife stuck in my left side. I can't sit at my desk for long or it starts shooting to my back. I'm at two weeks post open. Sent from my KFTBWI using the BariatricPal App
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Hey Nebraskans! Its been over a year since these posts....how are you doing? I live in Kearney, but I had it done in North Platte. I'm just 2 weeks out, and so far, so good!
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I was scared of the surgery too...BUT...I was even more frightened of what would happen if is DIDN'T have it! I knew diabetes and high blood pressure were lurking around every corner. I'm 8 weeks out, 36 pounds down, in a size 16 from a size 20, and loving my tiny tummy!
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My surgery 7:30 a.m. Today
terry1118 replied to mcdoja's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Glad you're feeling better. I stopped pain meds during the daytime after four days, stopped completely after a week. You'll be feeling good as new in no time! -
I had my surgery last thursday...
LindaD replied to On_the_fence's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I just replied in another thread... I was STARVING too the week after, and I called my surgeon's office and they told me to use oyster crackers when I get overwhelmingly hungry - just to let them practically dissolve before swallowing. I'd definitely call and ask!! -
I my name is Doris. I have been banded for 2 years. Have been having very bad leg and food cramps at night, for about 2 weeks now. I was wondering if this could be due to something I am not getting in my diet. Has anyone had that problem. I am 72 and have not lost near as much weight as I would like to. About 35 lbs lost. Not sure what I am doing wrong. Please advise.
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Massive caffeine withdrawals ,Day 2 of my 14 day pre op liquid diet
TLW replied to reedawn's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Why can't you have coffee? My nutritionist told me the reason they don't want you to drink coffee is because after surgery it is hard to consume liquids and they are worried about dehydration, but before surgery was fine. I'm on my two week pre op day 2 and allow myself one half caffeinated cup a day so that by the time surgery is here, it won't be so traumatic. -
Hang in there and keep doing what you are supposed to be doing. I am almost 7 months out and I have hit a stall 4 times so far. Stalls suck but they are a normal part of the process :-)
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I'm on my sixth week and haven't lost anything this week. Any suggestions?
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Good luck to you. I'm almost 3 weeks out and it isn't easy and still have those thoughts of did I do the right thing. I also have the thoughts is it going to work for me....nothing else did so wtf not? right?
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You can do this! One week out. Feeling like me again! You will do great!
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Pre-surgery: What great things does the future hold?
Maddysgram replied to ATXVeg's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Drs and Lap Band manufacturers say 1-2 lbs per week. I've been averaging 10 lbs per month, but expect to hit a plateau anytime now.lol -
Salads How Soon To Eat After Surgery
Sojourner replied to goingfoit's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My surgeon gave all of his patients an entire manual to take you through every stage of the bandster diet from pre op through weight maintenance. He advised waiting until reaching 3 months post op to begin having dark leafy raw veggies. I followed his recommendations, and have never experienced any negative effects from having a very small salad using romaine lettuce most days of the week. As always though, when you have questions, it's best to begin with finding the answers through your surgeon. -
My second surgery was 3 weeks ago. They went in and removed the piece of scar tissue. I can even try to eat mashed potatoes with gravey and it will make me sick. I just feel like I am never going to figure it out. I have tried measuring out my food. Like 2 oz and it all comes back up. I can eat 1/2 pack of instant oatmeal with a splash of milk and it stays down fine.???? So I dont know if there is something wrong or if this is all normal???
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Newly Banded 11/26 Lots Of Hunger Pains
heidijane replied to jdowns66's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I feel your pain . I too was banded on 11/27 and due to the swelling really wasn't hungry until saturday and then it was overwhelming! I got really cranky with my hubby for making his dinner and making me smell it, I made him eat it upstairs-LOL. This forum is so helpful because it sounds like everyone is hungry during this phase and we just have to bite the bullet. We WILL get thru this and be better for it. I can't wait until mushies phase this weekend tho!! FIll is suppose to be 6 weeks from surgery date. Best of luck to you and everyone getting through this starvation phase. -
Meredith, Unlike most people, I had a hard time post-op. I had surgery on March 19th and here it is 9 days later and I'm just starting to feel better. I took all last week off and then I decided to take another week. I thought for sure I would have bounced right back but I didn't. Good luck
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Recovery time???
florida_girl replied to florida_girl's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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Will I still be able to eat salads??
Iluvharleys replied to Sooverit!'s topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have the small band, and I don't have any problems with salad at all. I think the main thing we all need to remember is that if something don't work for you the first time, don't eliminate it completely, because sometimes if you can't eat it today, you can three weeks from now. You just need to try things more than once. -
How much did you lose your first 2weeks?
RebecaSparkles replied to Adora2150's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Lost 10#, am currently 22days post op. Haven't lost since post op day 6. So in 2 weeks 10#. allons-y -
3.5 weeks post op is really early especially eating chips. You don't want to open a staple or have your stomach not heal properly. Our stomachs aren't fully healed until 8-10 weeks post op (what I read). To me carbs is comfort food. One of my problems before surgery. When I was stressed or sad all I wanted was those carbs. Since it's tough for you to find support where you live, I believe there are also online groups for Food Addicts Anonymous & Over Eaters Anonymous. Good luck! I hope it works out for you not just to lose weight but to also take care of the healing stomach. Height: 5'0" Weight for WLS consultation: 216 lbs. Surgery date: 2/13/17 Goal: -71 lbs for healthy BMI (about 145 lbs). Current weight: 173 lbs My profile picture is not me. It's my "FITspiration" body.
