Four weeks out

Apr 26, 2014

This is my first post ever! First of all I just want to say that I am so thankful for this website. I do have support groups in my area but this site offers 24 hour support. It's positive and honest support which is so nice to find in such a cruel world sometimes.

The main reason I haven't posted anything is because I don't know what to say. I didn't have any complications which can sometimes be a complication in itself. It makes me wonder if I was really given the bypass or not. But then about a week ago I ate cottage cheese too fast and realized my stomach really is small. Well I won't do that again. Also, I already had my first stall at one week which was depressing. It still lasted 2 weeks till my appt with my NP but she was so happy at the weight I already lost and thinks I will do so great in the future. I was embarrassed to go to that appointment with the stall I had but my NP really motivated me and I am so thankful for her. She is the best!

Now I am currently dealing with some lower back pain. It feels like a lifting injury although I don't know when the onset began. I probably just overworked myself and then when I went back to work I wasn't used to sitting in my chair and it made my back pain worse. Even though the chair are ergonomically correct (I have been slouching on the couch lately). I am not sure how to heal my back without NSAIDs. I will buy some Tylenol tomorrow and it seems using a cold compress helps. We'll see how this helps in the long run.

Lastly, I just want to say thank you to everyone on this site and in my life. My family is supportive but doesn't fully understand what I am going through food-wise. But I don't blame them, they are trying. The people at work are so amazing and positive about my procedure. And my OH friends. Everyone is so incredibly nice and helpful. Thank you for all the honest feedback in your posts/responses. I like the fact that we are from all different walks of life but at the same time we are connected by this surgery, regardless of the type. 

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