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I have found that drinking Water with lime wedges is better tasting to me than water with lemon wedges! I think it also helps me have a bm (tmi)! Anyone else tried this? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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Why Oh Why Can't I Lose Weight!
UXgrrl replied to Felicia's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@Felicia - I know it is so hard, doing all this work, being good, and not seeing the reward on the scale. I stalled for 6 days in my 2nd week (apparently I hit my 3 week stall early, LOL) and it was very depressing, especially since I am still adjusting to my new lifestyle. Plus I was having serious energy problems which made it difficult to get back to normal life, making it even easier to get depressed. Remember that a pound of muscle weighs more than a pound of adipose tissue (fat). You're being very diligent about Protein and nutrient intake; I have a theory that our bodies, right after surgery, and sucking up every ounce of nutrients and protein we put in it and rebuilding tissue like crazy after years of sub-optimal nutrition. (I can't back this up with proof but it makes sense to me). I also read on this board somewhere that the switch from glycogen burning to fat burning requires a detox period during which your body tends to hoard a little extra Water than usual... again, can't prove this, but based on what I know about metabolism it makes sense. Plus... TMI warning... how's your poop? If I have a BM I almost always notice a lb or two drop on the scale the next day. I did the math once... 3500 calories to lose one pound. I figured that I required 1800 calories a day to maintain my weight. I'm hovering around 600 calories a day intake... this means a 1200/day deficit. That means 1 lb every 3 days. If I'm weighing every day, I'm only going to see a loss a couple times a week. My conclusion is that I should only weigh myself once a week. So far I haven't been able to stick to that @likasulema - Most likely you were stitched up using dissolvable stitches internally (which will just dissolve away over time) and the outside was either done with dissolvable stitches too (if you can see them) or more likely, incision glue. At least that seems to be the consensus on this board. Neither one will have to be removed by your surgeon. -
2 weeks no weight loss. GAINED.
YMof4 replied to c86mc's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Sorry for the Tmi, but Are ur BMs normal?? I had a stall this last week and Miralax helped tremendously and the scale has lowered !! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Top 10 things you want to be able to do after the surgery
jtickle replied to mal0712's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I forgot all about the lady business area. I haven't had skinny sex since I was 17, I'm 34 now. Heck, I was overweight then too, I was somewhere around 220. Sex in assorted positions would be nice. I know TMI!! My bypass is June 25th. -
Hi everyone, sorry about the TMI but just had a Q about constipation after surgery. Can one use castor oil as a laxative in place of store brands if their are issues going on a regular after surgery.
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lol, not laughing at u, but this also happened to me but the gum also pulled out my tongue ring! i swallowed the metal ball and i was freaking out! called the ER and my doctor. They both told me if i start to feel sick to go stright to the hospital for xrays. if not it will come out the other end, sorry if tmi!
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TMI: question about bowel movements
RNY-Gal posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
This may seem like a weird question but I need to ask. I'm 4 months post op and ever since day 4 my stool has been a light color. (White almost) its still like that. At first I thought it was normal and go back to normal color, but hasn't. So, is this the new normal thing? Or should I be worried? -
I am 4 and a half weeks post op. (sleeved May 22) I have trouble with back pain and headaches from allergies. I've tried taking Tylenol and Ibuprofin (both ok'd by the doc) but both of them give me horrible diarrhea (sorry TMI). I've been using my pain pills in the meantime, but does anyone have any suggestions as to what might help? Thanks so much!
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9 months post op tomorrow
KristinJ78 replied to KristinJ78's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Also, December 21st of this year I'm getting the skin removal and hope it includes thighs. But the apron and muffin top will be GONE. insurance approved it early cause of issues with rashing/blistering. (TMI) Sent from my iPhone -
No, you dont need to cut your workouts, logically you KNOW that's not fat lost and gained. Its Water fluctuations, when you're constantly tearing your muscle tissue and it has to repair, it gets bigger, yes, but it also holds Fluid in the process. That's why people gain weight when they start at the gym, not because they've gained 3kg of muscle in 2 weeks. I'm a bit the same, its just hard to see weight go up no matter what the reason. I have a temporary ileostomy at the moment, so I produce lots of very liquid poo (lol, TMI but its kind of on topic) and I really battle dehydration issues as a result. So how nuts is it that I feel "good" on the days that my weight is under 60kg (which is dipping down into a BMI of 18) as a result of dehydration and "bad" on days when I've manaed to eat a dietary combination to thicken things up and retain more fluid in my body and thus weight a kg or two more? Logically I know that the amount of fat on my body has not changed, but my mood can still be dictated by what I see on the scale. I'm scary thin at the moment and I should Celebrate any gain. Likewise, exercise is only going to improve your health and weight loss results in the long run and you do NOT need to cut it back to lose weight. ITs the fat you lose that matters, not what the scale says. Perhaps its just better to not look, although I can never resist.
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Need to stop beating myself up.....
MaineJackie posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
With all the food challenges during the holidays, I think I did very well. I am trying to look at life with a band as a LIFE. Not a diet......a diet implies that you can choose to follow it or not. So, I went into the holidays with the mindset of making good choices and not depriving myself. And I think I did very well. Did I have sweets? Yes--but just a taste....not several servings! And not 25 different tastes!! Just one or two. At Chrismas dinner (we did italian food --stuffed shells, meatballs, veggie lasagna) I had a little bit of what I liked. I didn't fill my plate with food I don't really like just to be polite. I had two stuffed shells and a meatball. I didn't have seconds (was full and didn't want any). I still beat myself up........I had some chips and dip.......but the difference....this year, I had a few chips on my plate and a spoonful of dip. Last year, it would have been most of a bag of chips and the container of dip!! I don't know how long before I stop the mind games and start thinking like a thin person. I do have to say, I had more carbs than I normally have and my GI tract didn't like it very much.....TMI...sorry. So, now I am back on track. I have a thing of chili in the crock pot (best thing to have during a blizzard!) My fill appointment for today was cancelled due to the blizzard. I need to call tomorrow and I am sure they will get me in tomorrow. I hope everyone had a good holiday. -
Please don't wait till tomorrow night. If you want to try something I would put a rubber glove or better yet have someone else put the glove on and GENTLY help things along. I know this sounds gross but it will help. I would also use some type of water based lubricant. (This is only if the u-know-what is knocking at the exit door). Probably TMI but from my own experience it does work.
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I am an avid believer that you can never be over informed but i am sad to say that when it comes to the topic of the Lab Band i am sadly mistaken. I have been "educating" myself with all the pros/cons of the lap band and and actually starting to scare myself out of this surgery. I really need to lose weight but when i read things like how people have the band for 18 mos and dont lose anything it makes me think could i be that person come next year. Maybe i am "over educating" myself on the negative aspects? It is wonderful to read about the people who have lost 100+ lbs but it seems that there is more horror stories then good ones. Should i just stop reading these posts, cover my eyes and just get the lap band?? What do you vets think?? Thanks Zen
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20 days and things aren't "moving"...
twinmomC posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Sorry, TMI, but troubled, terrified actually. 20 days post RNY. Came out with flying colors, walking super-star, all in all felt/feel great until recently. Haven't been able to poo on my own (without Milk of Mag, suppository, smooth move tea) in 3 weeks. I've made it happen a total of three times. Down 17 lbs since surgery, not sure how that is possible, but anyway... I have a very sore bum and am seeing a local general surgeon tomorrow (my WLS surgeon is about 2.5 hours away) to take a look at it and see if he can help (super excited about this- NOT!) Thrombosed hemmer!! If you don't know, you don't want to. If you DO KNOW, it is one of the worst pains ever!! This "problem" hurts worse than the surgery itself So... How after WLS do we get things working again? I do NOT want to become laxative dependent, but cannot live like this either. What do you do to get the Fiber in?? Anything else anyone knows to prevent the painful, unpleasant, fire and shredded glass/razor pain, please share. I was hoping for improvement, not a complete halt. Suggestions?? -
Severe nightime reflux was the ONLY sign that my band had slipped. Went for months with it every single night. Some nites, I'd wake up with a pool of brown stomach acid on my pillow (sorry if tmi). I'd cough all night and my throat would burn from the acid. Nothing helped. I took RX Prilosec, OTC Zantac and chewed Tums constantly. Slept on 3 pillows, almost upright. I was afraid to go to the drs for fear he's unfill me. He did. only by 1/2 tho. It helped immediately. Yes, you need to see your dr when reflux occurs. It could be that you're just too tight, but it could also be that you have a slip. Good luck! Marci
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Lynne Anne, It depends on how heavy you were, what shape you were in, and also on your age. I have lost 131 pounds, am 54 and not in very good shape! So it isn't very pretty. I can't afford plastics either, and I'm scared of the pain. As far as I go, the butt is my worst, sorry tmi! It's okay, unless you want to wear a bikini or revealing clothes. Short sleeves are kind of uncomfortable for my wings. But this is just me, and you might heal better, depends also on the condition of your skin. I was told working out helps.
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Ok so today I think I had my first stuck epidose. I actually thought I had already had two, but they were nothing like today. I just want to explain what happened so you all can tell me if this is all normal. At lunchtime I was out and about and feeling hungry so I stopped and got something that I knew that I probably shouldn't eat....but you know. Anyway it was a White Castle(little slider burger) After my first bite, I knew it wasn't gonna be good, it started with the hiccips, then I got an EXCRUTIATING PAIN in the sternal area, then I had to pull over and fill the bag with some thick slimey stuff(I know TMI) it wasn't really vomit just mucousy yuck!! Anyway after a little while I felt better. Then tonight for dinner I made a baked potato with a little ff cheese. I had a couple of bites and WHAM it all started again except this time it hurt even worse. The only thing I could think to do was drink Water, WRONG came flying back out. Anyway is it normal for this to happen 2x in one day(is it because it is swollen or something) No one told me about all this stuck/slime stuff before my surgery so am I supposed to go back to liquids for a while or something? Now I just feel yucky/nauseous. The other weird part. I have only had one fill and only have 1.5cc in my band. I am scheduled for another fill on 3/25 but now I am a little scared to get more. I don't want to have this happen all the time. Any input is greatly appreciated!!
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TMI : 4 days post-op -- can I have prune juice?
Kooky1 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have not had a complete bowel movement in about 10 days. By complete, I mean full evacuation of my bowels in that time. I was on liquids pre-op and whenevee I change my diet, I become constipated. I told my surgeon and he said if I remain hydrated then constipation should not be a problem. Well, my urine is fairly clear so I assume I am hydrated and getting in liquids. It is at a point when my bowels feel full which is adding to my discomfort. There is gas then there is being full of poo and I'm full of poo. My surgeon said that I can have juices sometimes but they cannot have pulp. I am thinking of doing warm prune juice with Mirada but I am not sure if prune juice has pulp. What worked for you? Thanks Sent from my SM-G360T using the BariatricPal App -
fiddleman it be the quite ones that stay in my butt crack lol tmi tmi. no one smells it. lol
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When Do You Have A Bowel Movement . Surgery Was Oct 15 2012
Annointediam posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I just had my surgery oct 15 2012 and I am still on liquids. I have not had a bowel movement since the day before my surgery. My stomach hurts like crazy, everybody is telling me to gas but that is not happening frequently either. I think I might have gas four times since my surgery. When does things go back to normal and how long does it take to have your first poop?. (Sorry tmi) -
My Doc told me to wait at least 6 weeks. My husband wasn't too happy, but we didn't actually make it..:w00t: LOL I would suggest taking it easy, you might irritate the port area. And depending where your your port is might make it a bit difficult at first. It could be quite painful rather than pleasurable. As my hubby demonstrated though when there's a will there's way. Being on top didn't do too much harm... HAHAHA!! (Hopefully, that wasn't too much of a TMI moment.)
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Surgery On Wednesday. Help Preparing
mendymayhem replied to steelergirl's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi there, I highly recommend that you do all you can to clear your intestines. Like empty. I didn't, big mistake. I didn't realize this untill about 7 days out or so. Out of the blue, I had a constipation situation not to be believed. Sorry if this is TMI, but if I can protect one person..... It wasn't that there was much in my intestines, but the small amount had changed texture during its extended stay in my body. I have a high tolerance for pain, but let me tell you.... I tried an enema, stool softeners, and finally a suppository laxative. Nothing. I really thought I was gonna have to go to the ER. I would rather have the surgery again than have to pass that through my body again. Major agony. If your dr ok's it, take milk of magnesia as soon as he says, or whatever he recommends, trust me, I will do everything in my power to never go trough that again! Congratulations on your new journey, and we look forward to your updates! -
Calling the Victorious Valentines
tapshoes replied to ReadySteadyGo's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Life? Let's see... Band - weight seems to have stabilized again; contemplating another fill, but as it was only 1 month ago I had to be slightly de-filled I don't want to screw around with it. But if my appetite doesn't abate soon, then it is likely a fill is in my near future. Work - always on the hunt for another job (I'm easily bored and always want a new challenge). Have a few interviews this month - one for position that would require moving 1500 miles from here (and slightly north:scared2:), another I could work from home 50% of the time, with lots of travel for the other 50%. Both positions seem interesting, but until I have interviews I won't really have details. Home - anxiously awaiting spring; I hate being cooped up! Watching lots of movies, reading lots. Just the usual, no real excitement...which is sometimes good, sometimes bad! Family - everyone is ok; cats are fine too. Car - time for a new one! Can't really afford it. My trusty car has given 10 years of dependable service, but is starting to have those issues that mean the end is coming....do I wait, or do I replace now? There, how's that? or is this WAYYYYYY TMI? -
I remember having a HARD time with the first bowl movement after surgery, too. I took stool softeners and that helped. After that, a lot easier and no issues. Maybe TMI but..... my bm changed to this soft, smelly, sludge that even I couldn't stand. Keep the vent ON. LOL
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Embarrassing question for the ladies
Sosewsue61 replied to SouthernGirl76's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
The herniated muscle on the rear wall of the vagina - it is lax toward the rectum so it 'pushes' in that direction during some positions and is uncomfortable. (Also, not to be gross with tmi, but with pooping it pushes toward the vaginal wall and causes some strain there, esp if any constipation - which is def uncomfortable. So....this surgery is likely to be covered by insurance I'm hoping)
