Roll Call for the July 2012 Sleevers! "5 Months Surgiversary"

[Fiddleman 4,376]

Hello I just joined this site. I was sleeved on July 23 2012. My start weight was 382 and my weight as of this morning ( we all become obsessed with the scale!) is 262.7. I am always eager to talk to others that have had the sleeve as well. I am taking my Biotin because my hair did start to fall out. I am starting to work out more since I don't want to stall. I find meat' date=' beef and pork heavy, does anyone else? I stay away from the meat because I feel like I swallowed a brick lol. I started eating more fish and tofu to get the Protein in. I am awful with the Protein shakes but I try in other ways. I am so happy to see so many great results post sleeve and most important so many people happy with the life changing experience![/quote']

That is great progress on the weight loss from July. Good job!

[Snow 86]

Well I'm 5 1/2 months out, July 11th. Found out today I need to have gallbladder surgery. Jan 7th

Anybody else dealing with this? I've lost so much hair, Lost 70 lbs. hoping I will feel better without my gallbladder.

You July sleevers are awesome keep up the good work!

[Nicole0110 12]

That is great progress on the weight loss from July. Good job!

Thank you!

[Nicole0110 12]

Well I'm 5 1/2 months out, July 11th. Found out today I need to have gallbladder surgery. Jan 7th

Anybody else dealing with this? I've lost so much hair, Lost 70 lbs. hoping I will feel better without my gallbladder.

You July sleevers are awesome keep up the good work!

Hello Snow,

I am supposed to get a synogram of my liver, gallblader, kidney all the good stuff on the inside soon ( i keep putting it off) How did they determine to take yours out? where you in pain?

[soccermomx2 111]

Had surgery 7/17 and down total 75#...mostly lose about 12-14# month steady except last 2 months due to bad fall and cracked tailbone (ouch). I'm on the mend and back to exercise program. Still no hunger and do well most days to get everything in...fluids are my BIG problem.

I feel like a NEW person - so much energy and in such a better mood (according to my kids - lol). I'm glad to see everyone doing well - so close to onderland!!!

Wishing everyone continued success!!

[Snow 86]

Hello Snow' date='

I am supposed to get a synogram of my liver, gallblader, kidney all the good stuff on the inside soon ( i keep putting it off) How did they determine to take yours out? where you in pain?[/quote']

Hi Nicole,

Pain started bottom of right rib cage. As time passed it got worse. On Christmas Eve I was in so much pain I called my dr. The pain had radiated to my right shoulder blade in my back.

Two days ago I had an abdominal ultrasound. Results today was cholesterol gallstones. I was told not to eat anything with fat. From what I'm learning from my experience this is common with rapid weightloss.

Wishing you great results on your test.

[marie110 33]

gallbladder info.. i had mine removed long before my sleeve .. it has not affected me in any way ... yes get it removed the severe pain was so unbearable morfin didn't make it go away.. and it will not fix itself only gets worse over time so best results is to remove .. and really didn't change anything just have to avoid greasy food which is a good thing anyway.. did cause runs in the beginning right after having it removed due to grease or fat but body adjusted itself to the missing organ.. in my opiono won't affect your sleeve

[Snow 86]

gallbladder info.. i had mine removed long before my sleeve .. it has not affected me in any way ... yes get it removed the severe pain was so unbearable morfin didn't make it go away.. and it will not fix itself only gets worse over time so best results is to remove .. and really didn't change anything just have to avoid greasy food which is a good thing anyway.. did cause runs in the beginning right after having it removed due to grease or fat but body adjusted itself to the missing organ.. in my opiono won't affect your sleeve

Thank you very much for the info. I appreciate hearing experience from others. Yes I will have it removed. I've had my fair share of kidney stones as well. Gallstones do not surprise me. My body was rapidly deteriorating before I got the sleeve.

Now I'm seeing the damage from overweight.

[Sexymary 7]

Hello everyone! Congrats to us all for changing our lives. I was sleeved on July 3rd and on surgery day I weighted 246lbs I now weight 160lbs. I can maybe eat 4 oz. a day but I also workout 3-4 times a week. I'm trying to get more food in but can't seem to do it. I get full really fast. I'm eating slow but still get full fast. I eat my Protein first always then some fruit, but always just bites. I hope everything is ok with me, I feel awesome too and look great. Plus, my husband is enjoying the new energy I have. Life's great!

[Nicole0110 12]

Hello everyone! Congrats to us all for changing our lives. I was sleeved on July 3rd and on surgery day I weighted 246lbs I now weight 160lbs. I can maybe eat 4 oz. a day but I also workout 3-4 times a week. I'm trying to get more food in but can't seem to do it. I get full really fast. I'm eating slow but still get full fast. I eat my Protein first always then some fruit, but always just bites. I hope everything is ok with me, I feel awesome too and look great. Plus, my husband is enjoying the new energy I have. Life's great!

Hello,

I am the same way! I refuse to get sick or vomit so when my body says "we are full" I push the plate away even if its two spoonfuls. I think a big part is knowing your body and knowing your limits and not pushing them. Great work!

[Nicole0110 12]

Hi Nicole,

Pain started bottom of right rib cage. As time passed it got worse. On Christmas Eve I was in so much pain I called my dr. The pain had radiated to my right shoulder blade in my back.

Two days ago I had an abdominal ultrasound. Results today was cholesterol gallstones. I was told not to eat anything with fat. From what I'm learning from my experience this is common with rapid weightloss.

Hello Snow,

I think thats why my doctor wanted the tests done because of the rapid weight loss. Knock on wood, I haven't experienced any pain. Rather be safe then sorry. I will keep you posted.

Wishing you great results on your test.

[Changing B4YourEyes 118]

did you have many stalls are you exercising a lot

No stalls and yes I exercise 2-3 times a week. My biggest thing is that my bed was another appendge to me. Now I'm constantly moving and on the go.... Are you excersing and how many calories and Protein do you get in on a daily basis?

[Ljp 157]

I am 44 years old and I WAS a sugar addict! No more though. I am six months out and have lost 73 lbs. My highest weight was 244.7 lbs. I am now 171. I have been a slow user but I have been continually losing and Im very proud at what I hv lost. Im not going to complain because others lose quicker. Very proud of ALL of you and the loss. Its very exciting.

I have went from a size 22-24 pants to now in a 16 that are baggy. Whoohoo. I also went from a 3x shirt to a medium shirt size and sometimes large...depends on the shirt. I feel so much better and healthier. I can get in the floor and play with my grandson now. I feel confident I will lose the rest.

Don't get discouraged if you feel you're a slow user. It will come off!