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Hey There! Any December 2021 Surgery Friends?
Betsy Finley replied to armartin98's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
My surgery is tomorrow afternoon. Please send good karma my way. The surgeon said it was going to be more challenging because of previous colon surgeries. I’m super excited and nervous at the same time. I hope to get off some of my meds, get rid of some pulmonary, blood pressure and back problems. I have struggled my whole life with my weight. I have really gotten a lot of good advise from this site. Thanks to everyone who is on here. At least I’m not alone in this adventure. 😀😀♥️♥️ -
Panniculectomy with large waist??
Writergirl replied to Writergirl's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Thanks! You should be so proud that you’ve kept your weight off! -
Questions to ask in initial consult
ShoppGirl replied to Hopeful_Gal's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
How far are you in the process? Meaning have you decided which surgery you want? Do you have any medical issues which may dictate which surgery is best?? I have bipolar which made the sleeve more ideal for me but I wanted bypass because of the greater weight loss statistics so that’s what I spent most of my time talking about. But you may ask how many of these surgeries he/she has done and their success rates? What to expect after surgery? If work applies how much time you will need to take off your particular job? Whether you can or are expected to lose weight on your program before your pre op diet?? They should also have their own list of things to go over with you that they think are important for you to know. -
I had a full gastric bypass over 20 yrs ago and have struggled to eat any meat. I needed to lose almost 100 lbs because of heart issues and that worked out well, but have since gained just a few back. I am now losing so much hair because I can’t get enough protein. I am doing keto because it makes me feel better not to eat breads and beans. Anybody struggling with this that has had the surgery a while ago? I can’t drink enough protein. My family dr doesn’t seem to know much about more than broken bones and colds. HELP, I’m going to go bald if I can’t fix this. Any suggestions for my doctor?
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The end of 2021 is upon us! I can't believe how FAST this year went. Anyone here planning to 'get on track', 'refocus', 'reset' etc in 2022? I fell off the rails a bit in the last several months and looking to get myself back on track. I've been doing very traditional keto level eating for the last 5 years but I would really like to go back to a more traditional 'bariatric' style eating with lower fat etc. Would like to keep my carbs low but really focus on protein again and I honestly don't really remember what that would look like-having been so submerged in traditional keto for the last several years.... Anyone have any good resources for this? I never reached my ultimate goal (came within 20 lbs). Had a health scare and although it's under control I do have some weight that I would still like to move off.
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Until 4 months out, I ate about 600-800 kcals. Then the hunger signals came and I listened. I just kept logging, but not stressing about it. I eat about 1000-1200 kcals now and the weight still falls off. I’m in Christmas maintain mode until tomorrow but it my goal is to listen to my body. I read the Biggest Looser article too and was shocked/not surprised by the lasting results in long term weight loss for very restricted eating. I don’t want any more fads. My program emphasizes protein first, water, veggies, and it there’s still room, fruits, oh and go to group meetings online.
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Well intentioned compliments
Esi replied to ShoppGirl's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yes, especially in a professional setting. My body is off limits and commenting is inappropriate, yet still people open their mouths. It lets me know how superficial people are, and if I would gain back the weight, even though they wouldn’t likely comment, it’s evident that is what they would be thinking. -
Sorry for long wait on updated blog on my weight loss surgery I been so busy with school and life had weight loss surgery Last month at my Heaviest I weigh embarrassed 655 lbs today I weigh 545. So here's my how my recovery was for week 2 to 3. My pain is not severe it tolerable but nagging sometimes it is most noticeable When I'm getting in our out of car. My diet includes foods that have consistency of a smooth paste or thick liquid, but mostly liquids.My exercising is going good My ability to walk each everyday and moving my body is come alot easy for me since Surgery. My emotional are I'm so happy with my surgery and I wish I done it sooner. I will keep you Updated soon Hope this blog Well help you In your journey
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Hey There! Any December 2021 Surgery Friends?
Northfilly17 replied to armartin98's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Finally!!! Dropped all the water weight and down 4.5lb from surgery weight. 😁 everything is going great, I feel much better almost like I'm doing a cleanse. My joins don't hurt, brain fog feels lifted,I have the WANT so go do things, this amazing! -
Hey There! Any December 2021 Surgery Friends?
Jai D replied to armartin98's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Yes, I read there’s a term called snatiation for the sneezing. I thought I was getting a cold as I had a runny nose and back to back hard sneezes soon after surgery so I googled it and realized it’s a real thing (not a sickness.. thank goodness). 9 days post op and the sneezing has subsided. I lost about 13.5 lbs in the first 7 days. Now I gained back 1/2 lb so I’m down 13 lbs. I haven’t lost weight or gained in about 3 days. I’m not too worried because I was sleeping a lot and recovering from surgery plus I’m due for my TOM so I suspect just like b4 surgery my cycle will cause a stall and perhaps a slight water weight gain and then right after my cycle I will drop again. I’m def able to drink more now and very little sneezing so hopefully it goes away for you too. Now I just feel full just like b4 surgery, but with a smaller tummy. Best of luck! -
Hey There! Any December 2021 Surgery Friends?
hungrygiraffe replied to armartin98's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
100%. I feel like my brain and my stomach are not on the same page at all. My head wants to eat anything and everything just like normal. It’s only a few minutes after devouring a meal that my stomach makes me very much regret my life choices haha! Im getting psychological support on top of my surgery to try and get my mind under control. It’s clear they operated on my stomach, not my brain, so while the stomach will help us lose weight, it’s up to us to change our thoughts and habits to make it work long term. good luck! You are not alone! -
Any December 2021 bypass people?
MatureMom803 replied to mrsjo's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Welcome. I had my RNY Bypass on 12/15. starting weight 282 HW 287 Current weight 270 Recovering from surgery too Got drain removed on 12/23 Pain is still real Can only tolerate clear liquids still -
Hey There! Any December 2021 Surgery Friends?
JeniPie replied to armartin98's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Had my surgery 12/15, recouping and still in pain. On the full liquid stage looking forward to the purée stage. Start weight 207, surgery weight 187, and todays weight 174. couldn’t be happier in starting a healthier 2022! Good luck everyone! -
Well intentioned compliments
ShannonCorbin replied to ShoppGirl's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I hate comments on my weight. It makes me so self conscious to know how much people are looking at my body. I have said this on some Facebook groups and I always get people who say “people better compliment me on my weight loss! I worked hard for this!!!” I just don’t feel that way. -
Weight myself today im down 8 pounds now 8 days out post surgery Sent from my SM-A426U using BariatricPal mobile app
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No creams or exercise will change once the skin has been stretched. There is no possible way to make it look like before gaining weight. You could try led facial light therapy for the face's skin, which may work. But it's not going to work with the rest of the skin. Building muscle can help your appearance, but removing the excess skin is usually the only solution. It's a joint surgery nowadays. A plastic surgeon cuts the excess skin, and you remain with some bit of scars only. Or at least these are the only options I know.
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Hey There! Any December 2021 Surgery Friends?
huskymama replied to armartin98's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Merry Christmas everyone! I am not interested in eating anything and all I was to drink is Gatorade zero so I do an ounce of water and an ounce of Gatorade zero. I’ve got good energy but they still have me on Pills to control the nausea and vomiting which has a side effect of making me sleep. I think we need to start a new thread all about our recovery. It’s really nice to have this support from everyone going through it together at the same time and those who have gone through it already. Sw: 227 Surgery day weight 210.5 Post op day 3: 205.4 -
Any December 2021 bypass people?
Harvest Corn Dog replied to mrsjo's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Hi there. Newbie just dropping in. I had a Gastric Bypass 12.21.21. Weight Dec 2020 - 364lb Weight on Surgery Date - 316lb Recovering from surgery now, checking out this forum.... -
June 2019 sleevers
Robert S. Libberton replied to Pippa1703's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Update, my stomach is healed, I yin and Yang with diet and diabetes. I am on the upside my weight is 223 from 289 and I hope my 240 stall is finally over. Ozempic helped manage my A1c a lot and had a neat side effects of feeling nausea which helps me control hunger and has helped my weight loss. I am hopeful to hit the 219-210 in the new year and will need to start buying clothes to offset my weight loss, I want to follow a minimalist perspective moving forward. I begin p90x again in Jan to tone up and keep the losses coming. I got a small dog and walking him 3 x a day has been super helpful! -
Some lose in that first week. Some don’t. It depends on things like how much fluid & gas you were pumped with during & after surgery. How long it takes your body to express it. How your body responds to surgery - the stress. You may have diarrhoea or be constipated over the first week or two. You may retain more of the fluid you’re consuming to begin. It’s all very individual as to what shows on the scale. Some surgeons actually advise not to weigh yourself for a week or more post surgery to allow for these factors as you can weigh more after surgery than you did before. (I weighed a good 2kgs more 24 hrs after my gall removal & took 4 days to get rid of it.) if you do weigh yourself after surgery don’t be surprised if there’s no loss or if there’s gain. But you could be someone who does have a loss in that first week (I did - almost 3 kg.) Your weight will be falling off you soon enough after & it will be fantastic. All the best.
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How soon after surgery do you start to lose weight?
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Covid Post Op and Weight Loss Stalled
Starwarsandcupcakes replied to Soon2bFit21's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I’m 16 months post revision for GERD and 2years out from VSG. First symptoms 9 days ago, tested positive on the 20th. Even while moving less and eating more calories I’ve managed to somehow lose weight. Symptoms include- extreme fatigue, sinus congestion, migraine, dry cough, diarrhea, and some body aches. Edited to add- you’re right on track for a stall as well being almost 6months out. That might be part of it along with the inflammation that Covid causes. -
Covid Post Op and Weight Loss Stalled
Guest replied to Soon2bFit21's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Got infected Dec 10, recovered pretty well; didn't get terribly sick, mostly just fatigue and muscle aches plus a fever for a few days. However, my GI tract has been all kinds of messed up. Lost - at least - 3 lbs in less than two weeks, and probably 5 (not at home with my scale right now). Food just backs up, I have diarrhea, I barfed last night - a full 30 minutes after eating and with no food even remotely digested. It's ... not great. I don't want to lose more. It's not that I can't eat anything, and I can probably sneak enough calories in to keep my weight up, but how annoying is this. I'm literally having to resort to bread with butter (which also doesn't sit well, never has) in order to get high-calorie, easy-ish to absorb, food in. Anyone else had this COVID symptom? I developed a full-body rash, too. Itchy af.
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