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Protrusion over stomach? - I am just over 3 mo post op and found a round protrusion on my stomach today.  It is about the size and feel of an orange and I can see it and feel it sticking out when I lie on my...

No appetite- not hungry - The strangest phenomenon has happened to me and I have such mixed feelings!  I read that others have had the sensation of never being hungry but I didn't think it would happen to m...

How much is normal? - I've read a few ppl on here that have lost 75 lbs or more in just 3 months!  That is amazing and congrats to you guys!  I am 12 weeks out as well, and have only lost 40 lbs.  I had...

What do I eat? - Hey-- I know some of you are going to jump on me about this.. and call me stupid all you want.  I need help so if you are going to criticize, don't bother replying.  I have alwa...

trouble with meds 2 - I am 5 weeks post-- still having problems getting in fluids and protein because I've had some bad burning in my stomach even when drinking water.  Dr gave me carafate to coa...

where did my topic go? - I literally just posted something "trouble with meds" and now it is not listed... huh?

Trouble with meds - I am 5 weeks post-- still having problems getting in fluids and protein because I've had some bad burning in my stomach even when drinking water.  Dr gave me carafate to coat th...

Vets- keep posting pics! - I love to see the pics of everyone-- such an inspiration and really helps us newbies stay focused especially during some rough days!  It makes me happy to see all the people tha...

I'm getting pretty weak - - I have had a rough week starting Tuesday night.  To put it politely, my plumbing was clogged - all the way through so that even if I took a sip, it was gurgling in my throat Not...

Metal Taste or Funny taste! - I know I read on here about someone else having a metal or funny taste in their mouth after surgery, but I cannot find the posts--  so can someone refresh me?  What is it and ho...

Seeds again... - So I had to call my RN today for something else, so while I had her on the phone I said, "I realize that I'm not supposed to have seeds right now, such as strawberries in my pro...

Burning/sore sensation - Big T back with a question-- i seem to be doing well over all, but I have noticed a burning sensation in my stomach after taking regular meds.  Before surgery, they told me to l...

Site navigation questions - 1.  How do I turn off my email notifications when someone replies to my posts?  My inbox is bombarded! 2.  Is there a way to go back to the forum page easily without having ...

Seeds? - Does anyone know if/when we can eat seeds?  Pre-surgery, one of my favorite protein sources was a protein powder/almond milk/pomegranate/ and frozen strawberry shake with almond...

In an uninformed idiot! - Malabsorption ends?  Hair loss?  What else donT I know and why didn't ANY of my doctors, dietitians, nutritionists, or ANYBODY tell me about any of this stuff?  I swear I'm losi...

You Lose Your Hair for Real?? - OMG--I just read "and right on schedule" and I am in a PANIC!!   Do you really lose your hair with this surgery?  I thought that was all a myth!!!  OMG-- does this happen to eve...

Purée ideas! - OK everyone-- I need your BEST IDEAS for what got you through the purée portion of your post op!  I am just starting and you guys are my go-to!  Today I had soft scrambled eggs ...

How do I know if I am full? - I am 8 days post op and today had my first purée food- soft scramble egg.  I've spent the last 7 days on liquids, so the egg tasted really good- it was hard to eat slow.  I've f...

Still scared- am I making the right decision? - My surgery is next Thursday and I am so nervous! I know I want this and have wanted this for years- but now that it is happening I am having second thoughts.  I mean, for real- ...

Newbie Alert! Help me out! - I've just been approved for surgery- RNY on November 7th and I'm excited, scared, and everything in between! I feel like I don't know what I'm doing and I need all the advice I ca...