You may have vocal cord damage from the breathing tube they placed in your windpipe during surgery. You should discuss with your PCP and perhaps get a referral to a specialist. Best wishes to you.

I've lost about 85 lbs in 6 months - still losing now but at a slower pace

I had hair loss starting about 3 months out - it stopped about 5 months out - I can also see a lot of new short hairs growing in- whew! My hair was fairly thick to begin with - but that was no...

I had this off and on the first 2/3 weeks - I think it was related partially to dehydration because I had a hard time getting in all my fluids - ESP those first two weeks- it should pass. Best wishes...

Yes.. In agreement with those that say eat more calories ;) I've been eating between 1100 and 1400 calories a day and am still losing - when I was at about 3 months out I was eating around 900-1100...

A couple of nights ago I had a couple of bites of my kid's chicken nuggets and started having horrid abdominal pain that radiated to my back and chest. When it didn't let up after about an hour and a...

Not to worry u.. I did not poo for almost two weeks..and then it was coerced with enema/ laxative. I never had issues with having those creatures you refer to until then.. Luckily they healed up...

I know..I'm happy to say, this has been a concern of mind and is becoming an issue...Ebay has been my friend.. started selling my bigger clothes there-- also there are a ton of like new or new...

Hi, I haven't had any issues like that..I'm about 3 months out. Good Luck!

The first couple of weeks are rough.. I had similar issues...for the first week I couldn't even burp :)
For me popsicles were the only thing I could tolerate ...find whatever it is you can get down...

You can do it! Best wishes.

I sort of went the minimalist route, I guess. I was only in the hospital one night. I wore the hospital gown and used another for a robe. They provided those sock/slipper thingy's for me. I wore the...

I am 8 days out and it is taking me about 45 min to eat about 3 ounces of food. If I go faster or take bigger bites it is uncomfortable. I've been sing one of my kids old baby spoons to eat. ;) I...

:DWell said.. My rationale for doing this procedure is very similar.. Being 43 I did not want to face the possible debilitating diseases that go along with obesity.. Even though I had no major...

Welcome to you! How nice that your boyfriend is also on this journey.. I'm sure he is a wonderful resource and can offer you support that no one else can. Best wishes.. take care!

:DHi there! I think a lot of the preop stuff depends upon your insurance requirements. I have BCBS TX.. all I had to complete was a nutrition consult and a psychological eval, and an EGD..aka Upper...

:DGood to see you here, fellow Texan!! I'm in the Houston area. Best wishes to you and take care!!

Best wishes.. Update us when u get to the other side!

My surgery is next week... time has flown by... your Feb date will be here before you know it! This website is a goldmine of great info and advice. Best wishes!

I think you will find a new normal that is as comfortable as your old normal.. just healthier. If that makes any sense.

All of the info in these replies is just what I needed! I'm definitely going to look for those Premier shakes at Sam's. Thanks everyone...

Best wishes to you for your surgery tomorrow!

Hi all! I am trying to plan my preop diet on my own.. My surgeon doesn't require it... But based on my preferences and on some great advice, I want to do it. My plan is to have 7 full days of a...

Hi Marilyn.. I sent u a message about this.. :)

Hi Marilyn. Sorry to hear about your weight gains! How frustrating. The dye they used for your testing can affect kidney function.. It affects the blood vessels in the kidneys .. It is recommended...