How are the ones who got sleeved the first week in april?

[work2do 15]

I was Sleeved on April 3rd. No problems other then the normal gas pains the first few days. Down 13 pounds, but getting frustrated because I haven't lost an ounce in 2 days. Isn't it to early for a stall?? Suggestions????

[gabby5391 15]

I got sleeved on the 8th. Had a rough go of it but feeling much better now. Do still have some pain and bloating on my right side but down 9lbs already so who cares lol. Concerned cause I feel really hungry still. Anyone else having this issue?

[Jennifer2575 55]

I got sleeved on the 8th. Had a rough go of it but feeling much better now. Do still have some pain and bloating on my right side but down 9lbs already so who cares lol. Concerned cause I feel really hungry still. Anyone else having this issue?

. I'm hungry as well!! chicken broth helps with that! I'm only getting in 1 Protein Shake and 20 ounces of liquid. I think once I can get down the 64 and the 2 shakes the hunger will subside. They say you feel more restriction with mushy food phase. eggs, creamed Soup.

[Tammylb 174]

Gabby5391 I also have a pain on right side and today was the first day I got hungry. I had mine on the 7th . I had 1/4 c of watery cream of wheat and I felt better after that.

[karensdRN 13]

I was sleeved 4/4. Stayed in hospital 2 nights due to an allergic reaction to dermabond or anesthesia. Once home couldn't down all required fluids and Protein. 9 days post op it's easier to get more down. My incisions were very itchy and inflamed yesterday. I thought I was going to crazy! Went to urgent care and was put on heavy duty steroids. They have helped my itchiness about 75%. I also asked for IV fluids due to being dehydrated. Feel good. No real pain. Drive today and took my daughter to movies. Also went shopping because Tuesday starts puréed and soft food!!!

I hope everyone is feeling stronger every day!!!

I'm down 17 pounds and thrilled.

Yea for us!!!!

[gabby5391 15]

Gabby5391 I also have a pain on right side and today was the first day I got hungry. I had mine on the 7th . I had 1/4 c of watery cream of wheat and I felt better after that.

They said I can't have stuff like that until I'm 15 days post op I had some broth and that helped. But also figured out if I eat every few hrs the hunger isn't too bad. Thanks for the advice tho

[Pretty_In_Purple 112]

I was sleeved Monday, April 7th. The first 5 days my sleeve was swollen and I could hardly drink anything! I just sipped and sipped all day and I was so worried I would get dehydrated! by days 6 and now 7 I am drinking nearly all day! In fact I'm drinking so much I'm afraid that it may be too much! I don't want to stretch my sleeve in the first week!! and on liquids!!! Wondering if the sleeve is what I needed. ~sigh~

Also, the first 4 days or so I was an emotional disaster! I literally thought I needed to go to the psych ward! I'm not really sure why I felt so scared but thank God! I am finally back to myself. Note: I suffer from Major Depression Disorder (MDD) and Anxiety before my surgery so that also played a role in that situation I'm sure.

My 2 week check up is this Thursday and I will have a list of questions and concerns for the doc.

Walk, Walk, WALK!!! My nurse said that gravity plays a big role in our healing process. I'm not sure how but I walk a lot! and of course walking keeps your blood moving.

I pray you start to feel better quickly and can get some much needed rest. Take care <3

[islandgal65 36]

I was sleeved April 7 also and I can take in a lot of liquid too..I believe the liquid moves through your sleeve quickly and will not stretch it. I can get in 2 Protein Shakes, 2-3 16oz bottles of Water, 2cups of broth, sugar free popsicles and tea.

[Jennifer2575 55]

I was sleeved April 7 also and I can take in a lot of liquid too..I believe the liquid moves through your sleeve quickly and will not stretch it. I can get in 2 Protein Shakes, 2-3 16oz bottles of Water, 2cups of broth, sugar free popsicles and tea.

. What has your weight loss been?

[islandgal65 36]

Weight at surgery was 286..this morning I weighed myself and I was 277. That is 9lbs in a week. I hope it continues to fall off nicely

[DeeTwo 1]

Hi I had my surgery on April 7th. Was in the hospital for 2 days. Was up walking around the day after surgery. I had a couple of problems. One breathing issues seemed like I could not get full breaths. The doctors office told me to use the spirometer 10 times an hour and to increase my walking. It has helped and I don't have that problem any more. I have been having gas issue with everything Water, Soup, Jello. Whenever something went down gas started and got trapped on its way up the esophagus. Sometimes it causes pain. Anyone experience this?

[Kelly McMahon 0]

Hi. Sleeve was done on 4/7/14. Overall, my experience has been good. However, one rough spot has been tolerating whey Protein - found in my clear liquid Isopure drinks and main source of protein during the liquid phase. By day 3 I'd developed such a sensitivity to it, it would literally go in one side and out the other. After 24 hours I called my surgeon. He told me to switch my protein source from whey to animal. I was shocked to learn I should cook a bunch of chicken and purée it down to Soup consistency so soon! I could also try a scrambled egg. So far, tolerating these thing well, plus small curd cottage cheese and Greek yogurt blended to smooth.

Physically, I feel good. Today is one week out! I have no real pain except at one incision site when I move a certain way. That pain is wicked but super short.

Looking forward to feeling better each week!

[Jennifer2575 55]

Weight at surgery was 286..this morning I weighed myself and I was 277. That is 9lbs in a week. I hope it continues to fall off nicely

. Fantastic!

[gabby5391 15]

I know I'm not supposed to rant and should just be proud of myself that I had the surgery and am changing my life... I'm just still frustrated that I'm in pain and that I ever let myself get to this place. I'm sick of hating the image I see in the mirror

[Pretty_In_Purple 112]

I know I'm not supposed to rant and should just be proud of myself that I had the surgery and am changing my life... I'm just still frustrated that I'm in pain and that I ever let myself get to this place. I'm sick of hating the image I see in the mirror

When was your surgery? I know it's tough especially the first 4 days for me! I was a frantic mess! I cried and cried! I would wake up and cry! I thought for sure I was going to have to go to the psych ward! Day 5 I was much better! Is a new life and it will take time to get used to it. Just hang in there sweet heart. I'll be praying fit you. Try to think positive! (((Hugs)))