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Going on 8 weeks out this coming Wednesday. Still stuck at 19 pounds lost since surgery. I say stuck because I hit 19 pounds lost 2 weeks ago. I’ve been stalled since then. *shrug*

Hi all Just wanted to see if I'm the only one who is getting super tired after eating ? I'm 7 days post op and it seems like every time I eat I am super tired within 10-15 min.. . I'm doing broth Yogurt ,pudding and is happening with anything i eat[emoji30] Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

I was revised from band to the bypass March 21st, I was in the hospital until the 23rd. My wife was around for a while, but honestly I didn't need any help at all at any time after leaving the hospital, for most things at least. I was told not to lift more than 10 lbs for several weeks, so I just didn't lift anything too heavy. So I couldn't help out everyone else, but I didn't need help with my own day to day stuff.

Hello, all.... After extensive research, I've decided to revise from band to sleeve in Mexico. I was banded in 2005, and want to know about the issues with scar tissue. I have read some posts here where some people had a lot of scar tissue, but the surgeon completed the revision. While other surgeons didn't complete the revision because of scar tissue. For those of you who had your band over 10 years, and revised to sleeve, what was your experience with the scar tissue? Does it develop because of he length of time the band is in place? Or does it develop based on the person's body? Any insight is appreciated.

You are doing great. 41 pound since surgery is a great accomplishment and 133 total! MY surgeons office said that on average you can expect to lose 10 pounds per month and you are exceeding that so don't get down. You should also keep track of your measurements, I find this extremely motivating. There have been weeks where the loss is slow but I have lost several inches and can start fitting into a smaller size (yay)!

The scale can be one of your most important tools on your weight loss journey, but only if you use it right. Surprisingly enough, using the scale right can take more than a bit of planning, just like many other aspects of your weight loss surgery journey. The number you see can jump around and start to drive you crazy if you do not know the reasons behind the blips. These are some reasons for some ups and downs on the scale, and how to prevent or at least accept them. Hint: It is probably not yet panic time! Up: Salt (Sodium) Did you have a salty meal last night? Did you snack on pickles, top your chicken with salsa, season your turkey burger with soy sauce or another salty condiment, or help yourself to a big salad with fat-free dressing? Those are all great choices for weight loss, but not for today’s weight. Are you confused? Here is the explanation. Sodium, which we mainly get from salt in foods, has no calories and is one way to add flavor without fat or sugar to food so you can keep calories down for weight loss, But, sodium attracts water. Eat a high-sodium meal or snack, and your body can retain water. You may feel bloated and notice your ankles or fingers swelling. That water inside of you is heavy, and the scale will tell you so. Tip: Do not eat a high-sodium or salty meal or snack the day before your weigh-in, or keep in mind that you did. Up: Stress Long-term, stress eating can add fat to your hips and pounds to the scale. Short-term stress can bump up your weight, too, without overeating. Stress hormones lead to water retention and (see above) water is heavy. Tip: Don’t stress out! Easier said than done, but being aware of stress can help. So can exercising, laughing with friends, and meditating. Up: Big Meal, Day, or Weekend Remember the part about how sodium attracts water? So do extra sugar and carbohydrates. It takes an extra 3,500 calories to gain a pound of body fat, but y you are likely to see your weight jump if you eat a big meal, or have a cheat day, or get out of control on the weekend. That sodium and those carbs can add up more quickly than you expect. A single restaurant meal with rolls or breadsticks, a burger and fries, and a small dessert can have over 5,000 mg of sodium and 200 grams of carbohydrates. That amount may “only” include 2,000 calories (barely over ½-lb’s worth of body fat), but it is enough to bump the scale up as much as a few pounds the next day. Tip: Do not eat too much! If you do have a cheat meal or day, do not weigh in after it. Most people consider Mondays to be a bad day for a weigh-in because weekend diets are often less strict than weekday eating patterns. Up: Lack of Sleep Do you ever feel groggy and heavy when you do not get enough sleep? The scale will confirm that it is not your imagination. You can retain water due to hormonal shifts when you do not sleep enough. Over the longer term, sleep deprivation can make you gain “real” weight (body fat) because lack of sleep: Increases ghrelin, which is a hormone that makes you feel hungry. Increases cravings for sugar and carbohydrates. Reduces your ability to resist cravings. Tip: Get enough sleep. It is not a luxury that is beyond your control. It is an important part of your weight loss lifestyle, so make it a priority. Down: Dehydration Weight loss is one motivation to exercise, but losing too much weight with a single workout just means you are dehydrated, not that you burned off pounds of fat in an hour or so. The scale can show you a low number because you sweated a lot. It can be motivating, but it is not healthy. Dehydration can lead to fatigue and to later water retention – and a bump up on the scale! Tip: drink 8 oz. of water every 20 minutes while you are exercising intensely. Weigh yourself before and after your workout, and drink 16 ounces of water for each pound that you lost during your workout. Down: Sudden weight loss Have you ever started a diet and seen the pounds come off quickly at first before the weight loss tapered off? It may have even happened after WLS if you were one of those patients who lost 10 or 20 lb. within the first weeks. A good portion of that weight was water weight. It happens when your body shifts from gaining weight (or being stable) to losing weight. What happens is that your body loses carbohydrates that were stored in the form of glycogen. Glycogen holds water. When you lose the glycogen suddenly by going low-carb or low-calorie, you lose water, too. So, your scale weight drops fast. Tip: Celebrate those first pounds lost, but keep working hard. Stick to your diet and stay hydrated so the pounds keep coming off for weeks and months to come. Now that you know that the scale can be fickle, you can concentrate on finding the balance between trusting the scale and trusting your diet. If you stay on track with your eating and workout program, and take care of the “little things” such as getting enough sleep and managing stress, you can outlast any bumps on the scale and come out stronger and lighter than ever.

I was never on a liquid pre- surgery diet, just a no carb/low fat diet 10 days pre-op and I still had a slice of pizza in the middle. A liquid diet x2 weeks is old school, don’t beat yourself up too much pre-surgery if u are on it....

Headed to the hospital for my bypass this morning. I’m nervous, but I know I’m doing the right thing for my health and my family. Can’t wait to spend more quality time with my friends and family unrestricted by my weight. Can’t wait to ride roller coasters with my 10 year old daughter for the first time. Cant wait to have sex with my wife again. I’ve missed out on so much because of my weight and now I’m on my way to never missing another day or another experience again with those I love. Can’t wait to start my new life. I’ll let you all know how it goes. Rick Z HW 339 SW 337 CW 318 GW 200

Hi guys, I am getting my surgery this Tuesday unless I chicken out, the gastric bypass. One of my biggest concerns is the bathroom issues. How many have bowel issues after surgery, even a year out, the idea of my intestines having a blockage scare me too. I had a friend 10 years after her surgery have that happen, is that because of gastric bypass? Any advice would help or information. Thanks again

@geminisky I’m guessing it depends on starting weight, activity, and what kind of diet you’re cleared for. I'm wrapping up day 6 of post-op and I’ve lost 7.3 lbs since morning of surgery but I’m having only one protein shake spread out over the day and then water, crystal light, and broth. All of my “eating” is just 1 ounce per 10-15 minutes, total of 64 ounces by the end of the day (most of that is water...). I’d guess my calories have been 200-350 tops per day...

Granted it's only been 6 weeks since my revision to bypass (because of reflux) but I've only lost about 5 lbs and I was 10 lbs from goal at the time of surgery. My doctor said the same thing as yours. Actually what he said was "you're not going to dwindle down to nothing." Weight loss is slower with revisions especially if you don't have much to lose. If you haven't had any issues regarding eating disorders, I wouldn't worry about it. Yes there are people who develop this problems after surgery but you are near your target weight.

I would do it again in a heartbeat. And yes, I questioned my decision several times after having it but only because I was scared and nervous. This is the best I've felt in 10 years and I've only lost 35 pounds. (Current weight 236) I'm hoping when it cools off a little bit I can start jogging. I couldn't even imagine doing that before surgery and didn't even want to.

Your post gives me so much hope!!!! We are the same height and had the same starting weight. I had my surgery on 6/20 and have lost 35# thus far. If I could lose 78 pounds in 5 months I'd be in heaven!!! And I feel better today than I have in 10 years. Thank you for posting! Hugs!

I'm in this camp, too. 19 days out and OK for the mushy soups, cottage cheese, applesauce, etc - which is wonderful. But I can't achieve satiety or sense of fullness and satisfaction. Maybe I need to get over that hope/expectation? The cravings have never stopped. I thought the key to staying ahead of cravings would be high protein intake, but so far that isn't the case for me. I've analyzed real hunger vs head hunger but haven't found much difference.

I wont be eating 10 pounds in a month, that would be excessive. I might have 3 or 4 dates a day. Ill refrigerate them. They should last awhile.

I was going by what you said ... you would eat the 10 lbs over a month. If you do so, that would be 5 1/3 oz a day, and it would contain 96 g of sugar

Just be aware that eating 10 lbs of dates over a month is: 90 g of sugar a day 400 calories a day Only 3.5 g of protein a day

Hi all. I’m four weeks since my sleeve on 7/10. I’m technically in the puréed stage for another week. I haven’t been eating veges because I’m not sure which are lower in carbs. Been sticking to chicken tuna egg salad yogurt cottage cheese. Things like that. Can anyone tell me which vegetables are considered the best to eat without risking gaining weight? I know they’re to be eaten after the protein.

I bought 10 pounds of them from Amazon so I need to be able to eat dates.

I had my sleeve on 10/2716 and have not regretted anything. I did it to be healthy no skinny. I have lost 56 lbs and very happy with my weight. I was a conversion from band to sleeve so weight loss different. I was not one to want to be in a bikini just wanted to be able to be healthy which I am. Best decision I have ever made.

Thanks so much and I know everything will go well, just ready to be ready and get this started meaning getting past the first few weeks of the surgery. Excited though! Because I'm self pay really was able to avoid a lot of stuff rather then using my insurance which required the 6 months for pre-op, ewww I said no thank you I'll pay however I wouldn't have qualified under my insurance because no Co-morbidities nor illness really except for GERD from time to time and that's only if, I eat certain things so I attempt to avoid those food all together haven't been on the Nexium the (Purple Pill) in almost 8-10 years now. So that was going to be a no go I need two I believe they said, but I've paid it in full and ready to get this party started. LOL Have a nice night

Thanks so much and I know everything will go well, just ready to be ready and get this started meaning getting past the first few weeks of the surgery. Excited though! Because I'm self pay really was able to avoid a lot of stuff rather then using my insurance which required the 6 months for pre-op, ewww I said no thank you I'll pay however I wouldn't have qualified under my insurance because no Co-morbidities nor illness really except for GERD from time to time and that's only if, I eat certain things so I attempt to avoid those food all together haven't been on the Nexium the (Purple Pill) in almost 8-10 years now. So that was going to be a no go I need two I believe they said, but I've paid it in full and ready to get this party started. LOL Have a nice night

My short answer is not enough to have made it worth figuring out, lol. Multivits - Costco brand Centrum analog: $10-15 per 400, 1 per day then, 3-4 per week now Calcium Cit - Target analog to Citracal - $10 per 180 or 90 doses, so $10 per daily dose for 90 days, call it $20 for typical early VSG twice a day dosing for 90 days. First couple months you prob can't swallow those horse pills, so look up Bariatric Advantage chewables, or similar brand, Alternative is some brands (Celebrate, IIRC) make a petite half dose pill that works well for many - figure twice the price of the Target pills, or$40 for 2 doses per day for 90 days. B12 - never took it (more of an RNY thing, tho some are naturally short on it.) Iron - maybe - Solgar Iron Bisglycinate 25mg, prob $25 per 180 capsules or 6 months worth Protein - Optimum Nutrition 100% whey isolate - $40-50 per 55 serving tub (on sale now for $30) - figure 2 servings per day for the first month, 1 per day after that, YMMV ballpark est $140-ish total for the first 3 months.

I am losing my mind here. I have had THREE episodes of several abdominal pain. Two of which landed me in the E.R. This pain is right under my breast bone, in the center. It's sharp, like a hot knife and a burning sensation radiates into my back. It actually makes my shoulder blades hurt! I have to double over from the pain. It's just pain. No nausea or anything. Each time it has happened, I was drinking, not eating. And just sipping, nothing drastic. The pain lasts about 30 minutes each episode. On a scale of 1-10, I'd say 7. I have had my heart tested, pancreas, liver, kidney. Nothing. I've been admitted to the hospital. No one can figure out whats going on. Has anyone experienced this post surgery? I'm 8 months post op. I am still on PPIs. I lived with acid reflux for YEARS before my surgery, this feels nothing like that.

SO, I have had my surgery August 1st at 10:45 AM at Crescent Medical Center in Lancaster, TX. I was super nervous. The nurse tried to do an IV on me but I was dehydrated from not being able to eat or drink anything the day before so she tried a second time for and IV and barely found that one. Side note: I hate IV's especially when it has to get done twice. I went into the OR and they didn't countdown they just put me to sleep. I awakened in recovery, my husband was there next to me. After my vitals were checked, they moved me to my room which was not that comfortable and quite small. She said he had done so many surgeries that morning that they ran out of the normal room so I was put in ICU. I did not like the gas pain at all. The way everyone described the gas pain is nothing like it was for some odd reason. It was very uncomfortable, I could not get comfortable at all, I even start crying to my husband because I was so frustrated at the gas pain. It was this annoying ball of air bouncing around my stomach and chest that I could not get rid of. They gave me some chewable pill to help with gas; that did not help me at all!! The gas pain was so bad, I did not care about the soreness and pain of my 5 incisions. My husband said I was cursing up a storm. The nurse said I had 5 goals to reach before I could discharged: urinating, drinking 2 cups of water, using my spirometer, pain had to be below a 5 or getting better, and gas pain had to be getting better. They did insert a catheter in me and did the leak test; both whilst I was sleeping. My urine was green for the first day because of the leak test. I kept drinking water, it helped my gas pain a lot because I was replacing the gas with water in my stomach so I began burping which helped a lot. I was discharge 3 hours after surgery and went to a follow up apt two days later and that was it. I have not had a bowel movement yet, I was told if I has had a BM in 5 days since surgery that I need to get Imodium to help with constipation. I have passed gas which helped so much but still no BM> All I have been consuming and water and maybe 1 sip of protein drink since surgery. Since starting this journey I weighed 287 At the time of surgery I weighed 277 As of right now I weigh 267.2; and this is only 4 days out from surgery. I still crave some foods but I have self control and I know of I lost this much weight without getting out of bed, imagine when I began eating healthy and working out. You all please walk!! Walk, walk, walk, sip, sip, sip!! The gas pain will make you feel really crappy but walk and sip, you got this. Yes I was frustrated and still get frustrated but I push through. Goodluck you August sleevers!!