Any May Sleevers?

[blev 58]

May 25 here

[queenbee88 101]

I have Surgey in four days been on my liquid diet since Sunday and I'm not hungry I been doing Heavy yoga and meditation to ease my mind from food


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[AngieK72 69]

Day 3 post op. Feeling pretty good. Had gas in my chest but now it's in my abdomen. Slightly uncomfortable but I will be okay.

[Sweet as peaches 759]

8 minutes ago, AngieK72 said:

Day 3 post op. Feeling pretty good. Had gas in my chest but now it's in my abdomen. Slightly uncomfortable but I will be okay.

Great to hear.

[Heres2SecondChances 31]

How is everyone doing? Both, pre and post op'ers.

I'm 12 days post op and today is the first day I am starting to feel more like myself. The only issue I'm having is that I'm hungry -- a lot; not head hunger, but physical hunger. I'm going to contact the Drs. office on Monday and see what they tell me.

[NewChiGirl 84]

Glad to hear you are feeling better!!

Day 3 of pre-op diet! So far, so good. Haven't cheated, feeling more tired, having cravings but keep looking to the finish line for inspiration.

Good luck to all!!

[cjqueenb1 1]

I think my ins co is requiring the cardiologist & pulmonologist clearances. My PCP couldn't believe I needed them. Her nurse told me the same thing & they did one for another one of my surgeon's patients very recently and it wasn't needed. I have no problems in either area.

Great idea on using the hernia as a cover. I work in a big office and it has spread like wildfire that I will be out for 3 weeks. I've told my close co-workers (3) of them, but am now starting to regret it. One of them told me, it is your body and your choice who you tell. I don't like being the subject of the latest rumor mill.

I completely understand the struggle, I've been in it most of my life. The times I was able to get down in weight all seem like small little blimps. I'm looking forward to a second chance of having a healthy lifestyle.

I'm having mine done at mayo Clinic and they require everyone to see the pulmonologist and the cardiologist before they can have the surgery.

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[Heres2SecondChances 31]

7 minutes ago, NewChiGirl said:

Glad to hear you are feeling better!!

Day 3 of pre-op diet! So far, so good. Haven't cheated, feeling more tired, having cravings but keep looking to the finish line for inspiration.

Good luck to all!!

Glad all is going well! That is how I made it through the pre-op diet... keeping an eye on the finish line. It definitely got easier for me on day 4. Good luck!

[Joann454 1,329]

Day six of preop diet. It's not really getting easier but I am doing ok. It's just enough food/protein to keep me from feeling super hungry.

[Joann454 1,329]

How is everyone doing? Both, pre and post op'ers.
I'm 12 days post op and today is the first day I am starting to feel more like myself. The only issue I'm having is that I'm hungry -- a lot; not head hunger, but physical hunger. I'm going to contact the Drs. office on Monday and see what they tell me.

Were you in pain for 12 days? Are you on full liquid still or purée? Glad you're feeling more like yourself but sorry you're hungry. That stinks.

[cjqueenb1 1]

My surgery is on May 17th. I am worried about the unknown. Am I going to be hungry all of the time after this surgery? I know with the sleeve they take the part of the stomach that drives your hunger. Does this help with not wanting to eat? I was told by someone that the first year is "Hell", then it gets easier. Is there a lot of pain after the surgery? I don't have any doubts that I want and need this surgery, it's just so many unknowns.

[Joann454 1,329]

My surgery is on May 17th. I am worried about the unknown. Am I going to be hungry all of the time after this surgery? I know with the sleeve they take the part of the stomach that drives your hunger. Does this help with not wanting to eat? I was told by someone that the first year is "Hell", then it gets easier. Is there a lot of pain after the surgery? I don't have any doubts that I want and need this surgery, it's just so many unknowns.

I have a couple friends who have had the sleeve and they are enjoying life to the fullest and have been for a few months! I wouldn't think the first year is hell unless you have complications. Maybe the first month though. You'll see here that everyone is so different. Some are hungry some have to force themselves to eat.
I'm going the 22 and understand that fear of the unknown. I guess we just have to dive in and deal with what comes. Good luck.

[carlychloe2 106]

My surgery is on May 17th. I am worried about the unknown. Am I going to be hungry all of the time after this surgery? I know with the sleeve they take the part of the stomach that drives your hunger. Does this help with not wanting to eat? I was told by someone that the first year is "Hell", then it gets easier. Is there a lot of pain after the surgery? I don't have any doubts that I want and need this surgery, it's just so many unknowns.

Cjqueen b1:
did you have an appointment with your surgeon yet??? Im 4 weeks out and doing great. How ever told you the first year is hell is wrong. With that said, for me its hard because im eating a limited amout and kinds of food. Sounds like to me ypu have not had any appointments with the doc, nutritionist nurse, etc yet. Dont listen to nay sayers. Everyone is different. Some people have a harder time than others, however Ive never hear the 1st yesr is hell. A year out you more than likely can eat most all foods but in a smaller quanity.

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[PasadenaMom 43]

My surgery is on May 17th. I am worried about the unknown. Am I going to be hungry all of the time after this surgery? I know with the sleeve they take the part of the stomach that drives your hunger. Does this help with not wanting to eat? I was told by someone that the first year is "Hell", then it gets easier. Is there a lot of pain after the surgery? I don't have any doubts that I want and need this surgery, it's just so many unknowns.

I'm on Day 3 post op. Mostly still sluggish/taking it easy at home. Very little pain and grateful that my caffeine headache has finally abated a bit. It's been hard to get in the required fluids/protein and the Protein Shakes I liked before surgery are much less appealing now. Thinking about food quite a bit and how life will change, but still believe I'm doing the right thing and that it'll be for the best. All the best with your surgery!

[Heres2SecondChances 31]

Were you in pain for 12 days? Are you on full liquid still or purée? Glad you're feeling more like yourself but sorry you're hungry. That stinks.

Yes on the pain for 11 days. Today was the first day with no pain, hallelujah! It wasn't as bad the last few days, but still there. I'm on pureed foods til Sunday, then I get to move on to regular food (but no red meat). Thanks - I hate that I'm hungry, too. I'm hoping there is a solution and not just one of those that fall into the small % who are still hungry after surgery.

I'm sorry it isn't getting better for you on the liquid diet.< br>