June 2014 Sleevers Check In!

[cherie1989 3]

Hello All,

I was sleeved June 13th in Mexico. For the past couple of days I've had a really fast heart rate. I went to the doctor and it was tachycardia. I've had issues with my heart before surgery but it was never this fast. I know this is one sign of a leak but pray to a God it isn't. I haven't been able to get more than 10g of Protein lately due to not being able to stomach it. So far I've only been drinking Water but not very much. I'm awfully thirsty and hope my tachycardia is to due my dehydration or electrolytes. Others than that I feel absolutely great!!! What are your thoughts ? #PrayersPlease

[ChristmasJanet 74]

Hello All,

I was sleeved June 13th in Mexico. For the past couple of days I've had a really fast heart rate. I went to the doctor and it was tachycardia. I've had issues with my heart before surgery but it was never this fast. I know this is one sign of a leak but pray to a God it isn't. I haven't been able to get more than 10g of Protein lately due to not being able to stomach it. So far I've only been drinking Water but not very much. I'm awfully thirsty and hope my tachycardia is to due my dehydration or electrolytes. Others than that I feel absolutely great!!! What are your thoughts ? #PrayersPlease

Cherie, I am praying for you. I wish I knew what to tell you, but I have not heard of this problem. If it gets worse during the night, I would go to the ER in case you need fluids. Bless you!

[tabby76 4]

Hello All,

I was sleeved June 13th in Mexico. For the past couple of days I've had a really fast heart rate. I went to the doctor and it was tachycardia. I've had issues with my heart before surgery but it was never this fast. I know this is one sign of a leak but pray to a God it isn't. I haven't been able to get more than 10g of Protein lately due to not being able to stomach it. So far I've only been drinking Water but not very much. I'm awfully thirsty and hope my tachycardia is to due my dehydration or electrolytes. Others than that I feel absolutely great!!! What are your thoughts ? #PrayersPlease

It sounds like dehydration but wouldn't just take it for that! I actually got out today and did some things, my heart was racing too and I broke out in a serious cold sweat, but no pain. If yours continues I would get evaluated again! Good luck!

[mochaesq 15]

Getting ready to leave for the hospital in a little bit, I am excited and nervous! I will talk with you guys on the other side! Good luck and many prayers for all the Sleevers today!

[astraphile 38]

Getting ready to leave for the hospital in a little bit, I am excited and nervous! I will talk with you guys on the other side! Good luck and many prayers for all the Sleevers today!

good luck!! i'll be in your shoes tomorrow morning! if you're able to post later, let us know how it went!

[SarahmM 25]

Today had been a real struggle with my Protein Shakes. I got some sample Unjury powder so will try that next. I had 3 different brands if pre made shakes and I almost lost it trying to get it down. Otherwise food wise I'm doing good. I tired to do a little more around the house with my 3 year old today and I'm paying the price actually had to take some pain meds.

Hi Stacie. The Protein Powder I use in Optimum Nutrition whey chocolate Protein powder. It seems to work for me. It tastes just like chocolate milk. It's hard not doing what we normally do. I've had to catch myself quite a few times.

Edited June 24, 2014 by SarahmM

[DarbiMolly 188]

6 more days for us June 30 sleevers! This week is def the hardest week for pre op clear fluids. Ugh.

[ho11ieberry06 39]

Hi everyone!

I was sleeved on June 16th. I can't believe it's been a little over a week and I can't believe that I am officially on the "post-op" side, LOL.

I had surgery in Mexico and I went alone. I was never nervous and my surgery went really well. All of the nurses and staff took such great care of me. I haven't had any issues, and my recovery is going very well too. I took two weeks off from work and I'm on my second week, I go back to work next Monday. I've just been walking a little bit each day and tomorrow I'm going to start back at the gym. Just for the cardio and because it's so hot outside that it sucks to be out in the middle of the day.

I just wanted to check in with everyone and give a little update. Hope you all are doing great!

Holly

[SarahmM 25]

6 more days for us June 30 sleevers! This week is def the hardest week for pre op clear fluids. Ugh.

Good luck to all who are scheduled for your sleeves!! You will all do great!! And the support and friendship here is awesome!!! Also, congrats to all who have sleeves and who have made the choice to get sleeves!!! Remember, we are all here for you

[stacielynntate 88]

Getting ready to leave for the hospital in a little bit, I am excited and nervous! I will talk with you guys on the other side! Good luck and many prayers for all the Sleevers today!

good luck today.

[SarahmM 25]

Hi everyone! I was sleeved on June 16th. I can't believe it's been a little over a week and I can't believe that I am officially on the "post-op" side, LOL. I had surgery in Mexico and I went alone. I was never nervous and my surgery went really well. All of the nurses and staff took such great care of me. I haven't had any issues, and my recovery is going very well too. I took two weeks off from work and I'm on my second week, I go back to work next Monday. I've just been walking a little bit each day and tomorrow I'm going to start back at the gym. Just for the cardio and because it's so hot outside that it sucks to be out in the middle of the day. I just wanted to check in with everyone and give a little update. Hope you all are doing great! Holly

Sound like you are doing great!! I was sleeved on June 2nd. I walk everyday which helps, but, do you have any suggestions for other exercises I can do? I enjoy walking but I really want to start trying to get rid of the excess "flabby belly".

[stacielynntate 88]

Hi Stacie. The Protein powder I use in Optimum Nutrition Whey chocolate Protein powder. It seems to work for me. It tastes just like chocolate milk. It's hard not doing what we normally do. I've had to catch myself quite a few times.

Sarah I tried the Unjury chocolate today and so far so good. I will look into the one you mentioned so I have options.

[SarahmM 25]

Sarah I tried the Unjury chocolate today and so far so good. I will look into the one you mentioned so I have options.

Let me know how it works for you. Where can I find the Unjury? I never heard of that one. Would like to try it.

[Patricks_Downsizing 15]

Nice to see everyone sharing their experiences. I've used this thread a lot to cope with the changes this week. So I'm 1 week post-op today. Looking back I've come a long way since my first consultation with my surgeon. Looking back on my notes that day I measure in at 6'-6" 444lbs. The day of surgery I was 406lbs.

1 week post-op. I'm 385lbs.

That's 59lbs since March 13th

21 lbs since June 17th. I am getting tired of the liquid diet already. I find myself having cravings for certain foods even when I'm not hungry. I'm glad to see progress and can't wait for the soft food phase.

[Cat23 0]

Hello everyone.

I'm completely new to this whole site and this is my first post!

I had my sleeve operation on Thursday June 12th. That was 12 days ago now & as of this morning Ive lost 14lbs.

My recovery is going well apart from the whole Protein issue. I can not bare the taste of them & I've tried a few.

I'm TERRIFIED if I don't get enough protein my hair will fall out. I have very thin hair as it is & it's one of the only features I like about my body!

Has anyone else had the issue of Hair loss due to not getting enough protein...?

Thanks in advance :-)