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I really don't get this whole "head hunger". I am 6 week s post op and feel like I am physically hungry. Stomach growling, hunger pain. I emailed my MD office and was told it is head hunger and to make sure I am getting my protein and fluids in (which

Can I just say how much I am OVER my shakes, jello and yogurt? On post op day 10 and I can't wait till my diet gets switchd up next week to soft food (maybe an egg? Yum) and pureed veggies. 

Any food suggestions on phase 2 post op diet? Not a f

Ok, just want to know if what I am feeling is normal. 

I have discomfort (feels like pulled muscle) in my epigastric area. This appears to be the largest incision, so I am assuming this is normal.

I have a feeling of gas, like I need to

Preop I was a stomach and side sleeper. How long after surgery until you could lie on your side? I am on post op day #5 and feeling pretty good!

Tomorrow is the big day! I am nervous. I know what to expect. I am a nurse in the recovery room where I will be. I have everything covered from a friend taking care of me in pacu, my CRNA is someone I highly respect and the bariatric fellow who will be

Got my surgery date today... July 5th!

I have not had my sleeve yet (hopefully June), but what I want to know is do energy levels improve after weight loss? I am pretty sedentary, except at work, and typically have no energy and can barely get through a day off without a nap. 

Feedback on having gallbladder removed at time of sleeve vs. devloping problems after? I do not have any gallbladder issues right now but have read that many people develop gallstones after rapid weight loss with sleeve. I would rather not have to go t

Anyone have surgery in Tampa with Dr. Michel Murr or Dr. John Paul Gonzalvo? Feedback?

Anyone have surgery in Tampa with Dr. Michel Murr or Dr. John Paul Gonzalvo? Feedback?

Went to a bariatric information session today and I am starting the process for my sleeve gastrectomy! Excited and nervous at the same time!

I want to have a sleeve gastrectomy. I have thought about it for over 2 years and even went to an info. session with the surgeon I would use. I am 43, 5'7", 245#. I have high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and am pre diabetic. I feel horrible and long fo