Sleevers 22 September - 28 September - Check in

[BeagleLover 1,020]

Here's what I don't understand. I've read a lot of posts on gas pain and yet my doctor's office didn't really bring it up as an issue. I even asked in my pre-op class and they just said no one complains about it. So on surgery day when my surgeon came by to see if I had any questions, I asked about gas. He said that it shouldn't be an issue because they extract the gas out when they're finished. And by golly, no gas pains for me. So why don't all doctor's do this? It's clearly causing a lot of pain.

I agree! My doctor also removed the gas. I had no gas pains. I would like to see everyone getting surgery demand that this is done. It's unnecessary to have this pain.

[Pwfnp 20]

My gas is not from the surgery, it is more in the GI tract.

[*Lexie* 1,486]

How's everyone doing?

I lost 7.5lbs the first week which is probably a record for me. Didn't exercise at all the first week because I was tired and did have some pain I was dealing with. I've been laying around binge-watching The Tudors. I did take a short walk today and am going to try to ease back into a routine.

I'm starting to struggle with the food demons. Thinking of all the foods that I want to eat (despite not being hungry at all) and I suddenly really want a Diet Pepsi. I drank caffeine-free before so I know it's not caffeine withdrawal. Just a bad habit that doesn't want to leave quietly.

[Boopgwee 6]

I know it has only bean 5 days but according to my scales I haven't lost a pound go to doctor tomorrow.Having a lor of trouble with diarrhea also Afraid to leave house. Boopgwee

[BeagleLover 1,020]

@@Boopgwee, I hope you feel better soon!

[lose4life2 152]

Tomorrow is my post op appt with my surgeon!! I'm excited to see what their scale says, mine says down 14 lbs since surgery. I'm feeling so much better since moving to full liquids. Today I made homemade cream of cauliflower Soup. It's so good even if I can only eat 2 ounces ????????

[*Lexie* 1,486]

@@lose4life2 How'd your appt go?

[Crystal G 3]

It a week later and wow what a difference a couple of days makes. I feel 1000% better. I am down to 165. Crazy how quickly the body recovers. I feel really good! But I still won't' forget those first few days, lol!

[lose4life2 152]

@@lose4life2 How'd your appt go?

It went really well. I have lost 28 lbs since one week before my surgery!!!! Dr said I am doing great and I can return to all normal activities now. My mission now is to go to the gym every day starting Monday!!

[*Lexie* 1,486]

It a week later and wow what a difference a couple of days makes. I feel 1000% better. I am down to 165. Crazy how quickly the body recovers. I feel really good! But I still won't' forget those first few days, lol!

I couldn't agree more. A few days ago, I went for a 10 minute walk and it kicked my butt. I was weak, shaky, out of breath, etc. Today I went for a walk and only stopped at 20 minutes because it was raining. I felt great after my walk today. I'm also feel less preoccupied by thoughts of food. It's not really bothering me anymore. Just try to get my fluids and Protein shakes and getting joy out of seeing the number on the scale drop.

[❤️lovemysleeve 32]

I was sleeved on the 25th! I too had horrible gas pains and buyers remorse! I am starting to feel hungry and am on the full liquid diet for the next 2 weeks. Does anyone have any suggestions on what I can eat that would satisfy my hunger ? Congrats to all the sleevers! We are in this together ❤️

[BeagleLover 1,020]

I was sleeved on the 25th! I too had horrible gas pains and buyers remorse! I am starting to feel hungry and am on the full liquid diet for the next 2 weeks. Does anyone have any suggestions on what I can eat that would satisfy my hunger ? Congrats to all the sleevers! We are in this together ❤️

I had surgery Friday, Sept. 26th. I've been enjoying a case of Progresso New England clam chowder, and a case of their small cans of chicken bouillon. I mix one can of each until it's boiling, then strain out the potato chunks. Put it in the blender and pour into a bowl. If you want to make it a Protein drink/soup, measure out one cup of the Soup back into the blender and add 1 scoop of powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury chicken soup Protein powder. Delicious--- especially that it's hot and salty. Hits the spot.

[❤️lovemysleeve 32]

Thanks @@BeagleLover ! The only food right now that really works for me is Greek yogurt ! It does seem to settle my stomach down

Edited October 5, 2014 by ❤️lovemysleeve

[*Lexie* 1,486]

I have had some Tomato Soup and mashed potatoes. The mashed potatoes have filled me up.

[❤️lovemysleeve 32]

Thanks @@lexie! When was your surgery ? I love Tomato Soup but it was not on my list yet. ????