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Is it normal to be sooo tired after surgery?
Bethanyblondie replied to LindaD's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had surgery on the 18th of May and went back to work on the 21st...I got up that morning and showered and I literally had to sit for 10-15 minutes just to get my energy back to blow dry my hair afterwards! Then just driving to work I was miserably tired. I came home that afternoon and slept for like, four hours. I think it's pretty normal to be completely exhausted for up to a good week or so after surgery. Your body isn't working great when all you've had for days is clear liquids! I had the same issue where I couldn't even see words clearly because I was so tired! -
Lapband vs lapband with plication?
☠carolinagirl☠ replied to 3mommy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
no one WLS is better then the next..all WLS require work and a mental change and a def change in eating habits and begin to exercise to make the most of whatever surgery one gets. the plication as my dr told me is my stomach folded into itself and stitched to make a small banana like (sleeve) if you will..it will (and has) helped me eat less and since this is a new procedure and still in early trials, i had to sign waivers on it...my dr did it pro bono for me....i was super morbid obese and the dr wanted me to have the bypass and i said no.....so he offered me this with the band but STRESSED that if didnt follow the lap band rules (eating my allotted amounts, stop eating junk food and begin to (move), no WLS would help me...... most WLS can and will help one lose at the beginning (the pre and post op diets helps with fast mainly all Water weight loss) and its amazing and its a confidence booster......and then when people REALIZE that they cant eat what they use too and just push it and overeat anyhow or not follow the rules, then the surgery isnt working..and 10 or more posts a day on this forum saying what am i doing wrong etc.. get whatever one you want but understand that its not a miracle....it will help you if you help it...i am living proof of that......but i also know/understand if i dont do my part the bypass, the sleeve or the DS or the band or plication wont work..people rush into WLS in my opinion thinking i had surgery and now i will automatically lose 100 pounds in a week..doenst work that way....a total mindset and attitude change is a must for success..esp when one was as large as me when i started..i either did it the right way, or got bigger...i had no other options. -
21 days post op - what did I do to myself?
SusieK710 replied to steele160's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Remember teenage PMS...that's what this is like. Hormone surges due to weight loss, and we can't self medicated with food like usual. Our stamina is down, Our world has changed, we are different now and see our friends and family differently. Follow Dr.s orders, rest, walk, drink. Find things to keep your brain busy. Game books like sudoku, I bought adult coloring books and paint by numbers, that a friend recommended! Stack of magazines and a handful of new books. Messy closets are the plan for the last week before returning to work. Dream, plan and breathe! This is the how the "change" happens! I warned my husband that they were taking away my pacifier so I may whimper and cry a bit! -
Please tell this is not a forever thing
princessMD replied to myrori's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am 1 week post op and I felt the exact same way...it's getting a bit better now. -
5 Weeks Post Op And Feeling Discouraged
flab u less replied to JanellesMommy8210's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was Banded on 3/19. I am six weeks post op today I was 231 surgery day 221 two weeks post op 211. And for the last three weeks scene went up and down and up.as of today my scale says 208. I also exercise 45 minutes a day 6 days. I was crazy frustrated too. My calories were too low for me. I was eating lime 500 to 600. I ripped them too 800 to 900 and the past four days finally see the scale going back down. Time is what it takes.and go by the book. No excuses of whining is what I say.. its gonna come off. It has too. -
Tried A New Recipe Today And It Was Good...
nomorejellybelly posted a topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I just had to share that I tried a new recipe, for a casserole today and it was pretty good. It's a zucchini-tomato casserole, using cheese (you can use whatever kind you want like low-fat I'm sure, but it called for shredded cheddar), seasonings, milk (I use skim milk), eggs (I guess you could use egg substitute equal to the three eggs) and baking mix. I used 1/2 the cheese and added some diced onion and jalapeno. Of course, I can only eat such a small portion, but that way it will last me awhile. How many meals will I get out of this for just barely $5 on ingredients? Several and that is Awesomesauce. Anyhow, the cool thing is now that I've made this, I know it would be so easy to substitute different veggies and Protein like Beans would work also. You could even add in some ground meat. Super excited. If anyone wants the recipe, let me know and I'll share here. -
Lap Band Problem - Considering removal
divorced5048124 posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I just created a bio with all my issues but can't find it so here goes ... I had my sur. Nov,2004. I have had only one unfill in that whole time. I had a thyroidectomy May 27th, 2008. I am a cancer survivor and now cancer free but in the three months post op that surgery, I gained 30# and am having problems getting it off and I have abnormal CBC lab values low hemoglobin and hematocrit and elevated white count and more than doubled platelets. I have subsequently had an upper GI and lower last month resulting in (from biopsy) a lot of undigested food above the band, a bacterial infection of the stomach lining, and diverticulitis. I am on Tetracycline, Biaxin, and Previced for 14 days. I am in pain and my abdomin looks like an eight month pregnacy. I have had much pain in my life as I have lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, diabetes and few lesser issues. Those are the heavy hitters. I think I am going to have the band removed because if there is undigested food above the band the infection will reoccur. Has anyone had theirs removed???? -
I am 7 weeks post op and have gas all the time... I think it just is what it is. Yes, they are no smell farts lol... not to be gross. Not sure if it ever goes away.
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"Couch to 5K" check in -- How are you doing?
fourme replied to sawyer77's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So exciting good luck to you, I am on my 4th week of couch to 5 k and just got my new sneaks at fleet feet last week. It was such a great exp. the people there are so nice... Love your post thanks -
"Couch to 5K" check in -- How are you doing?
btrieger replied to sawyer77's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am somewhere between week 3 and week 4. I's been about 20 weeks but I am in no hurry. -
Something to remember about failing.
Deleted Account 2 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So I forgot to put this last week. I was reading some article in People magazine that was about that country singer that's married to Garth Brooks. I know her because of her cooking show on food Network: Trisha Yearwood. She's lost about 30 pounds and I figured this would be the same old kind of article about eating right and exercise that we always see. It wasn't. She was so honest about living her life at size 16 for decades and just wanting to be able to be less tired. The thing I thought was so cool about this piece was when she said a couple of weeks ago after some awards thing her and Garth were flying back and she ate an In N Out burger with fries and a coke and she had two Peanut Butter cups. Usually she'd just go "Well, my diet is ruined so I might as well just keep eating everything I want to eat" but now she thinks "Ok. I splurged. No big deal." and the next day she ate like she was supposed to and went to Zumba class and that was that. And she didn't have any weight gain and realized this is how normal people eat. Normal people do not beat themselves up everytime they have a burger. Normal people do not constantly think about food or the ramifications of having a piece of chocolate. As long as your indulgences are limited to splurges and not an everyday occurence, we should stop being so obsessive and negative towards ourselves. I really found this helpful. I am just like that. I'll eat chips and think "Well, since I've already come this far" when really I just need to go "Those were a great treat. Where's my Water?" instead. Alright. That's all. Just felt like sharing. Ters -
Day is day four. I am feeling a lot better. Gas seems to be subsiding and I am feeling better. I am feeling slightly overwhelmed right now. I am trying to eat every two three hours. 2-3oz. I am really not sure how much I am supposed to be consuming. I feel like I am struggling. My family eats pretty much whatever they want when they want and it hasn't bothered me until today. They only thing I really want is some mashed potatoes. Help. I need some encouragement
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From the album: Nicole 2013
I am now 3 weeks out here and down 21 pounds since day of surgery. -
11 days till surgery and i ate sugar last night! regrets!
thinningdiva posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
reduced 5 pounds in three days and was at my daughters volleyball tournament late and had PB rice krispies and chili with cornbread. Woke up to acid reflex in the middle of the night. My diet plan does allow solid protein like meat, but no sugar. i feel horrible and will be drinking liquid protein for the rest of pre-op till clear liquid phase. i hope i didn't danger myself for surgery. Anyone else make this mistake? Having surgery on the 12th of Febuary -
7 Days Post Op And I Feel Like A New Woman
iammisslinda replied to donna12's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Just be careful because I felt lousy on day 5 and then day 6 felt like my old self. So I went out and walked my dog and went to the grocery store ad then to the mall and boy did I pay for it. I was exhausted and my incisions hurt. I then had a job interview the next day and after it I came home and slept for like 3 hours. 3 weeks later I still get tired ad sore if I do too much. Hope you don't experience this, but just wanted to let you know. -
I was banded last week. So far the liquid diet was a little tough mentally but fine physically. I have lost 15 pounds in a week (WHICH i KNOW WILL SLOW BUT I AM STILL THRILLED SO FAR.) My problem is that while doing clear liquids I was with my family away from my home of NYC. Now that I just got back today I am struck by how much food there is out there. How many amazing restaurants etc. I am fine except for sushi. I LOOOVE sushi. One major concern is that when I can have regular food again they say rice may be difficult to digest. Can someone tell me if they are able to eat sushi rolls anymore? Diet coke I could give up, but living without spicy tuna might be heartbreaking for me...
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Oh no, I love sushi! I'm going back to NY two weeks after my surgery to visit friends, and I'm worried. This is really good to know, thanks!
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There are a lot of threads about this, for more answers beyond what you receive, try using the search function and look for sushi. I have read that while some have difficulty with the white rice, others do not. Most have said they have to cut each piece into three or four bites, though. Several sushi lovers have said they merely switched to sashimi (without the rice) and have had no problems. Sushi (well, California and Dragon rolls, specifically-I don't do raw) is one of my all-time favorite foods. I was very happy to read I may be able to still eat it. I love the rolls with avocado in them and I use soy sauce, so that should make it a bit more mushy and slippery, hopefully I'll be able to tolerate it. Good luck and happy Sushi-eating!
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Went this afternoon to have the drain removed. Down 8 pounds since surgery on 11/14. Start puréed stage Tuesday and go back in 3 weeks. Now for this soreness to go away I'll be a happy camper!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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How did you feel a week after surgery?
blizair09 replied to HRHMKB's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had a follow-up appointment with my NP one week post-op. I remember feeling pretty good that day. My parents had been with my partner and me since the day before the surgery and they headed home that afternoon. The next day, I began my walking routines (outside of walking up and down the hallway in my building) and started going to the spa every day. I was still a little sore, VERY TIRED all of the time, and already pretty much over liquids, but I knew that had another 5 weeks off from work to devote to my recovery so I embraced it! -
2nd Fill - Now that's what I'm talking about!
mgirl replied to MTBiker's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I am so happy to read this post. I don't get my second fill for another 4 weeks. I think I only have about 3 cc in 10cc band. I do have some restriction but not a lot. I eat less than before but had a 6 inch subaway sand. today and ate it with no problem. I got full on just that so that is good but I am looking forward to that really great restriction. Congrats to you. -
I am 2 weeks post op and right there too. STALL. In fact I gained 2 lbs when I went on full liquids. I eat maybe 1 can of Soup strained and divided up throughout the day. I have a coupe SF pops and my Water. Not much else. Really sad about this even though I heard people venting on the forums post op. I am trying not to weigh myself everyday. That only adds to my sadness about the situation. That and people asking if I have lost X amount of weight yet... GRRRR>..
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It Was Good, But Should I Feel Bad
MegInNOLA replied to Cheles's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Seems like you're aware that might not have been your best option. :-) If you can tolerate that type of food and you want to incorporate it into the larger picture of your diet, just be sure to count it appropriately--log the calories and carbs and protein just as you would any other food. I'm someone who feels that no food should be "off limits" or "not allowed," as long as there's a clear understanding of what consuming that food might mean in terms of weight loss/stall or increased sodium, etc. etc. -
I had my upper GI last week and, although it wasn't pleasant, it wasn't terrible. The barium had a slight sweet citrus taste. For me, the hardest part was rolling to my left, then my right, then over and over so the barium coated my stomach. I have titanium screws in my back and it was difficult. The procedure itself was a breeze for me. Sorry yours was so difficult!
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I haven't puked.yet yay but my doc didn't put me on liquids he just said take it easy he wants me back in 3 weeks to add more
