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Topic: RE: Had sleeve surgery on 3/8 and want to introduce myself
Hi Heather,
Congratulations on your surgery and your weight loss. I had a VGS on 3-2-10. I have only lost 3 lbs. I am starting to get discouraged, but don't want to since it has only been a little over 2 weeks. However, I lost 13 lbs on my pre-op. So, I am a total of 16 lbs down, but the 13 was of my own doings.
I need to join a support group to see if anyone else has experienced this same situation.
Good luck and much continued success to you.
DeDe
Topic: RE: Liquid Diet (Pre-OP)
Highest: 252 Consult: 248 Surgery: ?? Goal: 125 Goal to lose: 127
Height: 5'4"
I'm five days post-op. I only had to do 3 days of liquids. It does prepare you for the after-party. My surgeon told me to drink at least 80 ounces of fluids the day before surgery. I wound up drinking over a hundred ounces. I'm really glad that I did because my surgery was delayed by almost 2 hours and I never got thirsty. I actually didn't get thirsty until late that night. I've had several surgeries and usually get thirsty before we even start. I think the "party" drink on the day before also can dehydrate you so I found this to be good advice.
As far as variety, try the sugar free syrups by DiVinci. They have carmel, hazelnut, vanilla, raspberry and Kaluhua flavors for about $4 at Walmart. They are sold on the coffee/tea aisle. You can add them to pudding, tea, coffee or just about anything you want to change the flavor of. Also, sugar free Hawaiian Punch is fantastic and comes in several flavors. It is on the same aisle as Crystal Light but has a much stronger flavor.
Good luck to you! I'm sure you will do just fine.~mo
As far as variety, try the sugar free syrups by DiVinci. They have carmel, hazelnut, vanilla, raspberry and Kaluhua flavors for about $4 at Walmart. They are sold on the coffee/tea aisle. You can add them to pudding, tea, coffee or just about anything you want to change the flavor of. Also, sugar free Hawaiian Punch is fantastic and comes in several flavors. It is on the same aisle as Crystal Light but has a much stronger flavor.
Good luck to you! I'm sure you will do just fine.~mo
socalnascargal
Highest: 252 Consult: 248 Surgery: ?? Goal: 125 Goal to lose: 127
Height: 5'4"
Topic: RE: Pacific Bariatric
Highest: 252 Consult: 248 Surgery: ?? Goal: 125 Goal to lose: 127
Height: 5'4"
Good luck to you! I had my surgery on the 10th at Inland Valley Medical Center in Wildomar (you will pass by it if you take the 15 fwy to San Diego).~mo
socalnascargal
Highest: 252 Consult: 248 Surgery: ?? Goal: 125 Goal to lose: 127
Height: 5'4"
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on 3/16/10 10:27 am - Honolulu, HI
on 3/16/10 10:27 am - Honolulu, HI
Topic: Curious about weight before and after surgery
I hope this is not being to personal, but I am curious to see how others are before and after their surgery and what surgery they have done and how long they are post op.
My weight today is 191. I am 5'3" and having the RNY on the 22nd of March. I hope to be down to at least 140 at goal weight.
My weight today is 191. I am 5'3" and having the RNY on the 22nd of March. I hope to be down to at least 140 at goal weight.
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on 3/16/10 10:23 am - Honolulu, HI
on 3/16/10 10:23 am - Honolulu, HI
Topic: RE: Liquid Diet (Pre-OP)
Congrats on your upcoming surgery Maggie. I wish I only had to do 3 days of liquids, guess every doctor is different. 2 Weeks is long but I'm managing, been doing mine since last Monday. Not cheating isnt difficult. I have to admit it is hard at times, especially since I still cook for my husband and 3 kids and all the smells and touching the food makes it hard, but in the long run, it will all pay off. My nutrionist said I can have milk but it has to be soy or skim. I strictly go by what I have been told by my surgeon and nutrionist.
If you're not on before you surgery, I would just like to say, good luck and may you have a fast recovery.
Patricia
If you're not on before you surgery, I would just like to say, good luck and may you have a fast recovery.
Patricia
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on 3/16/10 10:18 am - Honolulu, HI
on 3/16/10 10:18 am - Honolulu, HI
Topic: RE: surgey date!
congrats Donna....
I go in the 22nd for the RNY, little nervous but excited also!!
I go in the 22nd for the RNY, little nervous but excited also!!
Topic: RE: Two weeks
I suppose I should be happy that I don't have the pre-op diet. I am beginning to gather all my things that I will need. I am scheduled for 3-24....
I am so very nervous and excited at the same time...
Good luck to you!!
What about the dill pickles?
I am so very nervous and excited at the same time...
Good luck to you!!
What about the dill pickles?
Topic: RE: Had sleeve surgery on 3/8 and want to introduce myself
Ticker from 2nd Consult weight (highest).
Hi Heather,
My name is Cherysh and I had gastric sleeve done on march 12. I have lost 11 lbs in 4 days and get my staples out tomorrow. I am still sore also, and of course i keep getting a tickle in my throat and need to cough...ouch.
congratulations on your loss! i can't wait to share journeys with everyone!
Talk to you soon
Cherysh
My name is Cherysh and I had gastric sleeve done on march 12. I have lost 11 lbs in 4 days and get my staples out tomorrow. I am still sore also, and of course i keep getting a tickle in my throat and need to cough...ouch.
congratulations on your loss! i can't wait to share journeys with everyone!
Talk to you soon
Cherysh
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Cherysh Ticker from 2nd Consult weight (highest). Topic: RE: Liquid Diet (Pre-OP)
Hi, I just started my liquid diet today. My surgery is on Friday. My doctor said to do a 3day liquid. I'm so glad I don't have to do more than 3 days. I don't know if I would be able to do it without cheating... My questions is, Can we have milk products? Somebody told me no milk products...
Maggie
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