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Is this hunger real or imagined?
lizonaplane replied to idk4w's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Exactly this: I was so hungry after surgery and everyone was saying it was just head hunger, but I knew it was TRUE hunger because I would have eaten anything. I couldn't figure out if I was going crazy or if my surgery was wrong, but then I talked to the therapist at my bariatric center and she said about 20% of her patients don't lose their hunger after surgery. I eat three meals and 2 snacks a day and I'm 5 months out. The surgery center is very happy with my progress. Don't worry about stretching your stomach. Newer research suggests this is not really a thing, and it may not be possible. The stomach normally stretches and contracts all the time. -
I’m exactly 3 weeks post op and been suffering with very bad constant back pain for the past 4 days. I can’t sit still at work, I can’t stand or walk for too long either. Im not sure whether it’s gas pain or something else. I also have stomach pain and bring up foamy stuff whenever I have a drink of water. Anyone experienced something similar?
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How often does a sleeve need to be converted to bypass?
Meg3722 replied to Pabc's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
It just so happens I was doing a bit of light reading this week on the ASMBS.org website. I discovered stats on bariatric surgeries including revisions. Check out this link to the ASMBS site: https://asmbs.org/resources/estimate-of-bariatric-surgery-numbers When you take in the numbers holistically. Revision rates are climbing rapidly. -
Nothing that first week is normal, you're eating virtually nothing. Even with prescribed laxatives, my BMs in the liquid phase were virtually nonexistent. Pureed stage I was lucky to pass something every third day. It's normal. Relax. xx
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Pooping or not pooping will be one a bit of a daily focus while you’re losing & constipation begins a regular occupancy. As @catwoman7 said your not eating much & what you are consuming your body is squeezing every last nutrient out of it so little to poop out. But do try to keep on top of constipation as it can be a battle to break it & not very pleasant & even painful when you do. If I hadn’t pooped for three days, I’d take a stool softener. I remember being told by an older woman many years ago that jumping up and down will get get things moving 🤷🏻♀️. I thought it was a bit risky after surgery as I didn’t want to risk a more ‘explosive’ conclusion. 😉
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March 2022 Surgery Buddies
MazzieMo replied to LilaNicole20's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hello All I also have a early date next month. I'm doing my two weeks diet and it a little hard but I'm going to make it thru Good luck to everyone about to make this step. -
3 weeks post op and I want to detox
Guest replied to Olivette's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Again, it's in plenty of plans from weeks 3-4. How is this helping OP? -
Advice for Sleeve Surgery February 28th
Tony B - NJ replied to chowell12's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Make sure you have a change of compression stockings. The hospital will give you one set to take with you. You really should wear them for the first week or so to prevent clots. Make sure you get up and walk, walk, walk as soon as they say you can in the hospital. Most likely within a couple hours of getting out of the recovery room. You will be glad you did. Force liquids.... -
Is this hunger real or imagined?
summerseeker replied to idk4w's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
In the early weeks I had trouble with eating the proteins so had 5 tiny meals a day. I tried for 6 but never made it. At your stage I really didnt get many calories in, maybe about 300 to 350 a day . My dietician said just do your best and don't count calories. Every body has different instructions so just do the best you can within them -
I never went for over a week and I was on lactalose not nice at all then the next time I went was a week after which I decided to take a little more than I should have and bot did I know about it now I know what dumping is couldn't even make it to the toilet lucky enough I have a very understanding husband thank God hope all goes well when you've been you'll feel so much better
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docusate should be fine. It'll come - eventually! Probably soon if it's been a week already...
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At 2.5 weeks out, how much food should I be consuming? If I feel hungry between "meals" (If we can call it that!) is it phantom hunger? Is it possible for me to be hungry if my stomach is so small? This is so confusing. I don't want to eat too much, I'm afraid of stretching my stomach and getting used to food too quickly. But what does the hunger mean? I tried drinking instead of eating (bec I'm low on drinking anyway, so kill 2 birds with one stone) but it doesn't help.
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it took me a week. That seems to be pretty normal. There's not much in there - plus it takes a few days for your intestines to fully "wake up" from the anesthesia. Be aware that that first BMI can be a doozy. Some people start taking stool softeners or Miralax a few days before to make it easier to pass. May not be a bad idea...
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It has been a week since my surgery and i still haven’t pooped. I feel like I have to, but nothing comes out. How long did it take y’all before you had your first poop?
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Ok, I swear I read somewhere last week that in November of 2021, UMR cut required dietician visits down to 12 weeks. I need my UMR people to help me out here. LOL I went to Beltline Bariatrics last week and am waiting on my referral to a dietician. This will be my 4th attempt to get approved for WLS.
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3 weeks post op and I want to detox
Guest replied to Olivette's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I had meat 3 weeks post-op, it was in my plan. -
How much liquid are you drinking, and how? 2.5 weeks out...
idk4w posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I am really nervous about getting dehydrated, which I heard can lead to kidney stones and other complications after WLS. I'd love to hear how everyone manages to get in enough liquids during the day, and what's considered enough at this point. One strange thing for me is that I see others are having a hard time drinking more than a few sips at a time and I have no problem with 2 oz in one shot! Why is this? -
How often does a sleeve need to be converted to bypass?
Pabc posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I had sleeve placed last week. Sleeve was chosen because I had pre-existing pancreatic insufficiency resulting in a lot of loose stools requiring use of pancreatic enzymes. My GI doc and surgeon thought sleeve would cause less problem with malabsorption and further diarrhea. As I read, I’m seeing a large number of sleeve patients develop severe reflux/gastritis and new hiatal hernias. Can anyone comment on how often this happens or ways to prevent it? Thank you! -
How do you get your doctor to support revision?
shriner37 replied to QueenWiki's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I'd also tell him about the hernia for sure. I went back to my surgeon 7 years after my sleeve with severe hiatal hernia symptoms. He did an EGD, and as soon as I woke up told me he saw the hernia and had scheduled my revision surgery for the following week. Hernia and GERD are two very good reasons to revise to bypass as it should help with both. As others have said though, don't expect as much weight loss with the revision as with the original surgery. One other thought, I had great luck using my sleeve with a combination of time restricted feeding and keto. I only ate between noon and 6pm (lunch at noon, dinner by 6pm, no snacking) and generally followed keto guidelines. This is the insulin control diet regimen recommended by Dr. Jason Fung. I dropped 20 pounds in a couple months and found it was easy as since my sleeve I didn't have a great deal of hunger. -
Well I am finally catching up with the rest of my November sleeve buddies. I felt that I have been lagging behind for so long and wanting to be where you all are in your progress. I can finally eat my protein allotment and a tiny amount of vegetables. There is some joy in eating again, I have missed the vegetables and salad more than anything. I almost lived on chicken before my sleeve but its the only thing unacceptable to my new stomach now. I am looking forward to having more energy and va va vroom
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3 weeks post op and I want to detox
GradyCat replied to Olivette's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Why are you eating meat already at 3 weeks post-op? I wouldn't do a "detox" or a "cleanse" at this point because y ou just had major surgery and your body is healing and adjusting. Just give it some time. You're without energy because your body just had a major trauma. That's normal. Give it some time. -
New & Needing Post-Op Diet Advice
GradyCat replied to Kay_G_B's topic in Post-op Diets and Questions
I still get a lot of gurgling, especially if I eat too fast or drink with a straw because it allows a lot of air to get in there. I never did the puree stage. I did 2-3 weeks liquids, then soft foods, then regular foods. I skipped pureed because I don't care for that texture. I turned out just fine. 😁 -
Week 4 for me but each doctor has different guidelines. Yes you can add applesauce or unsweetened milk to it.
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Post bypass symptoms and nervous.
Smanky replied to fourmonthspreop's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
My surgeon had me on daily laxatives for the first two weeks post surgery to help with the constipation. Also adding soluble fiber powder to my shakes and protein water. -
What week did you guys start eating thinned cream of wheat or thinned oatmeal? Also did you add apple sauce or unsweetened almond milk to it?
