October 2014

[IWannaBeSvelte 18]

I lost 10lbs the first week home from surgery. I had surgery on Oct. 6th. I haven't lost an ounce since. Is anyone else in the same boat? Am I doing something wrong? I realize I didn't pack on the pounds over night but I'm starting to get frustrated.

My week post op surgeon visit, I didn't lose a pound, I was frustrated, how could that be, a week on just liquids and didn't lose a pound! But my surgeon said it's like any other diet and every body is different. I was still disappointed. I was sleeved Oct 1 and since that first week I'm lost 12 pounds, my pre op 10 day diet I lost 19 pds.

So, it's true, we all lose at different speeds and our bodies are adjusting to what we are doing.

Just remember to concentrate on the good things.

[Sassy Little Redhead 66]

Update on day 4: I'm feeling pretty ok today. Almost back to normal. Pain is pretty much gone today. Nausea is completely gone. Drinking my clear fluids as directed, much easier than the first two days. Just really really tired. Can't stay awake.

Incisions are just itchy because of the dermabond.

[Coby20 21]

Is there someone you trust enough to tell so that they can support you through this? My surgery in on Tuesday and the reality of it all just set in. I know this will not be easy to adjust to but it's what I need for me. I told my loved ones last night that I needed there support because the first few weeks might be difficult for me. Always remember that you have all of us on this forum for support as well. At least we will be able to relate to your experience with weight loss surgery. Please keep us updated on how your doing. ????????

I just let my family know I'm having surgery, and I feel much better. I will update here as well. Thank you for the kind words.

[mgillard 27]

I'm getting sleeved tomorrow and am super nervous. My family is back east and I haven't told any of my friends out here so I'm going it alone. My doctor is wonderful, so I'm not too worried about the procedure itself, but would appreciate good vibes sent my way!

Prayers and positive thoughts for you! How are you getting home from hospital?

[Coby20 21]

I'm using Uber. The hospital is very close to my house and they're keeping me overnight. I have a friend close by who can come check on me when she gets back to town on Tuesday. I'm in good hands. :-)

[Coby20 21]

I just had my sleeve this morning. I'm lying in the hospital bed, feeling quite good actually. Minimal pain, some gas in my shoulder that subsided a bit when I took a walk. I hope I continue to feel ok. I had a short bout of nausea earlier but my doc is managing it well. The staff here is wonderful, and despite my pre surgery meltdown this morning, I'm glad I did this (so far. We'll talk again when they take away the morphine).

[10 28 2014 45]

I was sleeved yesterday and came home today. Very rough night with morphine and vomiting, but am ok now except for all of the pressure. If they give you a morphine pump, take it easy!!!

[dtiller1147 137]

I was sleeved yesterday and came home today. Very rough night with morphine and vomiting, but am ok now except for all of the pressure. If they give you a morphine pump, take it easy!!!

Sounds like they should have kept you another night. Best wishes for a speed recovery!

[mgillard 27]

I was sleeved yesterday and came home today. Very rough night with morphine and vomiting, but am ok now except for all of the pressure. If they give you a morphine pump, take it easy!!!

Walk as much as you can. It will relieve the pressure quicker.

[Monasongbird_38 73]

I lost 10lbs the first week home from surgery. I had surgery on Oct. 6th. I haven't lost an ounce since. Is anyone else in the same boat? Am I doing something wrong? I realize I didn't pack on the pounds over night but I'm starting to get frustrated.

what was your BMI in the beginning?

[SBovee 20]

what was your BMI in the beginning?

It was 45.6 when I started it's 40.0 as of today.

[sschoch30 60]

I was sleeved on the 28th. I have persistent nausea and intermittent vomiting. Making it very difficult to get even Water down. I'm taking Zofran 4mg every 6 hours. With very little relief. My doctor gave me scopolamine Patches also. Has anyone else experienced nausea like this?

[KMCarlson 30]

@@sschoch30, I was sleeved the 29th, and I had the nausea for the first couple of days, then it has largely gone away. It was so bad, then I'd dry heave and that was miserable. I hope you're feeling better.

[KMCarlson 30]

How's everyone getting their Vitamins in? I have yet to get them all in in a day. I tried mixing 2 of them crushed into yogurt yesterday, but I could only take like 3 bites then I was done. I'm getting my Water and Protein in, I just wondered if I should be concerned. I was sleeved on Wednesday.

[10 28 2014 45]

I was sleeved on Tuesday & am having very hard time with liquids & Protein. I was told to wait a month before starting my Vitamins.< /p>