When I started my journey, I had all the intention of making weekly posts to track my symptoms and experiences.... and then I completely forgot. In my defence, I have a brain like a fish. So instead, I decided to do a recap, just to get it all written down. So I don't forget.
Week One - 1st 2.5mg jab.
The plan was to take the jab on the Saturday (so I had the weekend to deal with any bad side effects), but because I read the instructions wrong (and because I'm daft), I messed up and gave myself an "empty" shot. Note for later, always remember to read the instructions FULLY, none of this skip to the end shit. I know I was excited to get started, but in doing so, I had messed up. It wasn't the worst mistake in the world, but I did feel foolish.
That meant I had to do the jab Sunday evening instead. Thankfully, it was smooth sailing from there.
The needle is frigging TINY, just FYI. I think the idea of stabbing myself got me nervous, so I had to mentally prepare myself. Dunno why I bothered thou because I didn't feel a thing. I wonder if the higher doses have bigger needles...
The first thing I noticed when I woke up was that the 'food noise' had gone. It worked that quick (for me). Unsure if it was a placebo effect or anything, but it was pretty immediate.
I used to joke that all I did was think about food, but it's kinda true. If I'm not thinking about my next meal, I'm reminiscing about meals I've eaten in the past. I love food. I'm always hungry, always looking for a little snicky-snack to tide me over. That was all gone.
Which is nice, but also concerning because I now have to remind myself to eat. And because I have a terrible habit of losing myself in hyperfocus, I can go hours without eating or drinking and not notice.
I wouldn't say my appetite has shrunk just yet. When I do eat, it is still a full plate. But I have noticed that if I eat unhealthy food, I fill up faster, and I am usually hit with cramps the next day.
Speaking of cramps, that is the main side effect I am dealing with at the moment. They're not agonising, my period pains are much worse, but they are noticeable. I have had mild cramps daily. And of course, cramps lead to other intestinal issues. I read that the jab can cause constipation for some, but that has most definitely not been my experience. I'm not exactly shitting my shorts or anything, but there is a hell of a lot more movement going on. Which I assume is my metabolism working a little faster.
Week Two - 2nd jab.
This was the first time I noticed a bad side effect. I had sulphur burps. They literally tasted like I was farting out of my mouth. I was horrified. That Tuesday was a bad day because besides ass breath, I also had nausea (probably because of the stank) and cramps. It has been the only bad day so far, which I'm quite happy about.
The second week is also when the thirst kicked in. I'm thirsty all the time. Which is absolutely fine because it means I'm drinking a hell of a lot more water, and I used to be a proper dehydrated bitch.
I'm making sure I don't drink too much water thou, because apparently that is bad for you too.
Another side effect that showed up in the second week..... gas. I am burping and fating like a good'un. I've always been a burpy gal (I sound like a demon at times), but it has gotten worse. Or better. Depends on how you wanna look at it. My other half would probably say worse, but that's only because he is usually downwind of me.
Week Three - 3rd jab.
This week was extremely uneventful. No cramps, no nausea, no fart breath. Just easy breezy. Still thirsty. Still gassy. Still visiting the toilet more than usual. Nothing too exciting. And the food noise is still practically non-existent. I did randomly get hit with a massive craving for fried chicken on Friday, but it was only for about 15 minutes.
Week Four - Last 2.5mg jab.
Last night was my last 2.5mg injection. I will be ordering the 5mg this week and increasing on Sunday. I am hoping that the side effects are the same as before.
I stood on the scales this morning and noticed that it has gone down to 15st 12lb. I started at 17st (ish). So, there is progress. Slow and steady wins the race. I have also noticed that my boobs seem a little smaller, which is fabulous, and I feel less 'swollen' and heavy, which was the main reason for starting.
I'm not exactly stressed about the weight loss; I just want to be more comfortable, and hopefully, this will help lower my blood pressure and ease my asthma.
If things continue the way they have been, then I will be happy. :)
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