GeezerSue 7 Posted December 29, 2005 My recuperation from the surgery itself is nearly done. I'm still dealing with (probably band-related) dysmotility issues. I'm taking Reglan for that, and hope I soon don't need it. I've lost 35-37 pounds in 30 days with the DS. It took me about six months or so to do this with the band. Not that there's a race, but... Sue Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lovecats85 2 Posted December 29, 2005 we're glad you are well! I have heard that the initial wight loss is faster the more invasive the surgery. heck, my mom lost 20 lbs in the month after her facelift just from the physical effects of surgery - so you ride that train as long as you can!!!! how is your eating now,,, did you have to do a liquid or mush stage or anything like that? what and how much do you eat compared with when you were banded? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alexandra 55 Posted December 29, 2005 Hi Sue! Glad to hear you're on the road to complete recovery. I'm curious too about your post-op regimen--are you on "real" food yet? Have a wonderful New Year!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Iluvharleys 15 Posted December 29, 2005 Great job Sue! Glad you are doing so well. I too would like to hear more, please tell us! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
La_madam 20 Posted December 29, 2005 SUe thanks for the update, Ive been thinking about you. I'm happy to hear you are doing so well, but like the rest. I'm interested in hearing more. Great job on the weight loss Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GeezerSue 7 Posted December 29, 2005 Hi, guys! As far as food is concerned, Dr. Keshishian has a three-stage program. His "Bariatric I" diet is Clear liquids (minus red stuff). You graduate to "Bariatric II", full liquids--including applesauce, oatmeal, soft-boiled eggs, mashed potatoes (with some tofu thrown in) or rice with gravy--as soon as the first post-op BM, at which point you are relaeased to go home. About a week later, you move (if you haven't already) to Bariatric III, which is soft foods. That's good for a month and then it's time to start adding regular stuff. I spend most of my time throwing food away. Weird. But my capacity is a small baby food jar and, at that rate, a can of bean with bacon Soup would work for five meals...not too appealing. One of the hardest parts is getting in all the Water...64 oz/day. I'm still not there and I can see that I need more Water. And Calcium supplements suck. My dysmotility is still bugging me, but I'm taking Reglan for it. I knew I needed it when I found myself having a lot of reflux/acidy stuff. I would eventually vomit, and it was still more like the infamous bandster barf/PB than vomiting. When food is exiting upwards, in the same condition it went DOWN, six or eight hours later, there is a problem. That's the problem I want to get resolved. (But at least we can't blame it on my not eating band-friendly foods.) Dr. Keshishian has his entire, three-ring binder of stuff online in pdf format at www.dssurgery.com Right now, I'm about 15 pounds over my lowest post-band weight. I'm hoping to be there--and out of MO-status--in another month. Sue Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
banded_for_life 2 Posted December 29, 2005 Best wishes Sue for your continueing recovery! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
donali 57 Posted December 29, 2005 So glad you're doing well!! Please keep us posted. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vinesqueen 2 Posted December 30, 2005 Hey Sue! I'm so glad to hear that you are doing well. I'm with Jack, "we're listening!" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the best me 6 Posted December 30, 2005 Yep, I always read your posts...congrats on a successful surgery and a smooth recovery so far. I love hearing about the pounds falling off. Good for you. Yuck on the the reflux...hope that improves. Don't go far! We all want regular updates!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anwyn 0 Posted December 31, 2005 Good for you Sue! Keep those updates coming. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vera 7 Posted December 31, 2005 Melting Sue, how do you do? I've been reading some of your stuff on fatblog...it's not a gravy journey as yet, the best is the weight loss. Do I get the hint of reflux or even acid balls up the throut(I've been getting- em) seem prevacid just go's so far. It must feel great to loose so fast, the energy and recovery boost How's Mr. Sue and DD? Always wishing you the best! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MerryHearted 20 Posted December 31, 2005 Great news! :banana: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
I'llsucceed 1 Posted December 31, 2005 So great to hear from you. I was wonderig what had been happening. It sounds like this was a great positive move for you & you seem to be handling things very well. Best of luck with the transition & keep up updated more often. Happy Holidays Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
