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Wow - I started this process back in March of this year and it felt like I was never going to get here. Excited but nervous about not knowing what to expect. Looking forward to feeling better and getting healthier, but worried about old bad habits returning. I have to keep ahead of my brain and not let it sabotage me. Good luck to everyone else going through this process and I will check in afterwards

HW. - 316

CW - 272

Goal - 150

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Good luck Debbie!

Ask for a scopolamine patch behind your ear before you go down to surgery - it prevented nausea and lasts 3 days. Sip slowly and often and walk as soon as you can.

You will burp and fart for a couple weeks and your gut will be loud enough to hear across the room! And you will be tired, you will feel great and then suddenly just hit a wall of exhaustion - just take a nap as often as you need to. Good luck.

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Good luck tomorrow, Debbie. Will keep you in my prayers for a successful surgery and minimal side effects.

Tell us how you're doing when you're able.

Candy

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Congrats! Keep us posted

All went well. Had the surgery Monday and came home Tuesday. Wednesday was a little rough because I was exhausted and just didn’t want to take in the fluids I need. Today was am taking a turn to the better and am getting around better and am able to take in more fluids. Got my first Protein Drink in today and that really helped. I have to be honest and say on wednesday I was regretting this decision but today I am back on track. You will have good days and bad days but you just have to work through them one day at a time. I am only day 3 after surgery so it will continue to get better. Still have about 3 pounds on from the hospital so I will be happier when I start seeing a decease there too.


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I had my surgery the same day! I had mine done in Mexico. How are you feeling now?

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Had my surgery on the 12th. Today I am so miserable. Every time I sip I have upper abdominal cramping and pressure. I am taking very small sips from a 1oz cup. No regrets on the surgery as I know it will get better, just hope it gets better soon!


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I had my surgery the same day! I had mine done in Mexico. How are you feeling now?

I am feeling a lot better. I did not do well on Wednesday but I am starting to get this down. My pain is minimal and there is just discomfort in the stomach when swallowing. I find today that I am missing chewing food. I am looking forward to getting to that stage and enjoy something of substance again.


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Congrats pal and welcome to your new journey.. wishing you success.. stay strong and follow the plan... best of luck


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13 hours ago, Debbie9966 said:


All went well. Had the surgery Monday and came home Tuesday. Wednesday was a little rough because I was exhausted and just didn’t want to take in the fluids I need. Today was am taking a turn to the better and am getting around better and am able to take in more fluids. Got my first Protein drink in today and that really helped. I have to be honest and say on wednesday I was regretting this decision but today I am back on track. You will have good days and bad days but you just have to work through them one day at a time. I am only day 3 after surgery so it will continue to get better. Still have about 3 pounds on from the hospital so I will be happier when I start seeing a decease there too.

I think everyone goes through that regret stage!! Keep on pushing! I am 2 weeks out as of today and I am already feeling so much better!

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7 hours ago, nikmlang said:

Had my surgery on the 12th. Today I am so miserable. Every time I sip I have upper abdominal cramping and pressure. I am taking very small sips from a 1oz cup. No regrets on the surgery as I know it will get better, just hope it gets better soon!

It will get better as the days goes on. My Surgeon does his sleeves smaller than some, and at first every time I would swallow, I felt everything. I still do but not as much. Stay strong and keep at it! :)

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I'm so happy that your surgeries went well. I understand walking helps with the gas so I'm guessing it should help with the tummy discomfort too.

Would love to hear your stories as the days progress. It will help me get an idea of what to expect and it might help you guys out to write it out. I know several people who are keeping journals so they can look back to see what they've been through and understand how far they've come. Just a suggestion.

Keep us informed. It will inspire us in the weeks and months to come. candy

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