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Topic: RE: Feeling discouraged 17 days post-op
Hey Jenn don't feel so blue.We're all human and surgery or not we're still going to want what is normal (FOOD).Keep you're chin up.Is it possible now to go back to liquids?maybe its not to late.Good Luck Sweetie ,you can do this.
Newfie88
Newfie88
Topic: Feeling discouraged 17 days post-op
I am 17 post-op and today is my first day of feeling discouraged, so I would like to reach out and perhaps provide due warning to those of you starting the journey that all is not roses after the surgery.
I lost 22 pounds pre-op, and then 10 pounds in 10 days after my VSG - and then nothing for the last week. I know a plateau is probably normal, but I am afraid I have sabotaged my diet by advancing it too quickly.
As you know, the dietary guidelines they recommend are from another centre, and to me seemed really, really harsh - 4 weeks of full liquids post-op - when so many other programs have you on mushies after a week.
So I found what I thought was a credible source from another centre - Cornell University - and began following their plan. Slowly, cautiously, but I have been feeling great - lots of energy and recovering well.
But today, I am having doubts. I am tired, and I actually woke up hungry for the first time. Now I am afraid that my arrogance has messed me up.
Tracy, you should be so proud of yourself for sticking to the diet AS PRESCRIBED instead of being a stupid, weak cheater like me (how I feel today).
Looking for some honest comments to get me back on track mentally.
(If you interested, the links to my food and exercise diary as tracked on Livestong.com are below.)
I lost 22 pounds pre-op, and then 10 pounds in 10 days after my VSG - and then nothing for the last week. I know a plateau is probably normal, but I am afraid I have sabotaged my diet by advancing it too quickly.
As you know, the dietary guidelines they recommend are from another centre, and to me seemed really, really harsh - 4 weeks of full liquids post-op - when so many other programs have you on mushies after a week.
So I found what I thought was a credible source from another centre - Cornell University - and began following their plan. Slowly, cautiously, but I have been feeling great - lots of energy and recovering well.
But today, I am having doubts. I am tired, and I actually woke up hungry for the first time. Now I am afraid that my arrogance has messed me up.
Tracy, you should be so proud of yourself for sticking to the diet AS PRESCRIBED instead of being a stupid, weak cheater like me (how I feel today).
Looking for some honest comments to get me back on track mentally.
(If you interested, the links to my food and exercise diary as tracked on Livestong.com are below.)
- HW: 270 lbs. SW: 248 lbs. CW: 185 lbs.
The story of my journey back to health is here: http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jdeon/uzone,blog/action,view/blog_id,311677/
The story of my journey back to health is here: http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jdeon/uzone,blog/action,view/blog_id,311677/
Topic: RE: Quick
Thanks Tammy.I hope I get accepted too.Hope he does'nt frighten me to death.LOL.I also hope you and all who need this so bad get accepted and have no complications only clothes that are to big.LOL.Now won't that be something.Keep you up dated.TTYS
Topic: RE: No call for me
Oh I am not gonna give up hope, If i can get a consult this year I am grateful and hopefully surgery next year, if not Ill go to Toronto supoose I got to go to get a loan at 30% INTEREST, LOL
Tammy
Topic: RE: Quick
OMG I am so happy for you!! and we have a choice in surgeries???? Major happiness, i hope I qualify for surgery. Ok !! My cell ohone will not leave my side.
Keep us updated, I know what you mean for the emotions, i am crying tear of happiness for you and I do not even know you yet.
Tammy
Keep us updated, I know what you mean for the emotions, i am crying tear of happiness for you and I do not even know you yet.
Tammy
Tammy
Topic: RE: No call for me
Don't give up hope. My referral went in in February of this year and I have an appointment in 2 weeks. Give them a call every couple of weeks and keep reminding them.
Topic: No call for me
I called dr. Pace's office and it looks like I wont be getting a call this year. Maybe if I had my referral pass in ten years ago I will be getting in right now. Good Luck to anyone who just put in your referral, cause your going to need it...
Topic: RE: Quick
Thanks Ladies for the well wishes.
Terri I'm not sure why I'm ahead ,I have high blood pressure,My knees and ankles are full of arthritis and recently had a sister who died of heart failure at 48 yrs.I am choosing the Lap Band Terri.I'll let you know what I find out sometime the week,
.It won't be long for you either now,Hang in there.
Terri I'm not sure why I'm ahead ,I have high blood pressure,My knees and ankles are full of arthritis and recently had a sister who died of heart failure at 48 yrs.I am choosing the Lap Band Terri.I'll let you know what I find out sometime the week,
.It won't be long for you either now,Hang in there.
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