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Been around BariatricPal for a while? Then chat with other old-timers who also know the drill! Sometimes it just feels more comfortable to kick back and shoot the breeze with familiar faces. So, come on into the Vets Forum for some serious WLS talk or just to hang out. We're old pals here!

NOTE:  You must be 18 months post-op to participate in the WLS Veterans's Forum.

1,238 topics in this forum

  1. Does Anyone Watch "My 600 lb. Life"?

    By SanDiegoGirl,
    • 2 replies
    • 1,419 views

  2. MyFitnessPal

    By Terry Lincoln,
    • 8 replies
    • 1,668 views

  3. Depression kicked my A** this winter!

    By RJ'S/beginning,   
    • 6 replies
    • 1,021 views

  4. Stomach aches

    By gravesmisty69,
    • 0 replies
    • 679 views

  5. Cholesterol considerations

    By HumanMerelyBeing,
    • 3 replies
    • 1,023 views

  6. EGD - 1 Year Post-Op

    By ABLOND,
    • 4 replies
    • 914 views

  7. Maintenance - ?

    By B-52,
    • 4 replies
    • 1,140 views

  8. Taking Back the Sleeve!

    By jusstice,
    • 13 replies
    • 2,290 views

  9. Over a year out: How much can you eat?

    By MichiganChic,
    • 16 replies
    • 4,400 views

  10. EXTREMELY low metabolism

    By TheRealMeIsHere!,
    • 27 replies
    • 3,706 views

  11. I am a binge eater and I need help!

    By slkesler,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,123 views

  12. Almost 6 years...

    By lmb012182,
    • 3 replies
    • 831 views

  13. Too much weight loss

    By eal098,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,715 views

  14. Things I never thought would be said to me......

    By Healthy_life2,
    • 2 replies
    • 915 views

  15. Almost 5 years out- too late for reset?

    By TwoStepsBack,
    • 11 replies
    • 3,016 views

  16. Underweight - anyone?

    By It's all new,
    • 4 replies
    • 3,249 views

  17. Have I failed if my fat apron won't go away?

    By LumpySpacePrincess,
    • 22 replies
    • 5,941 views

  18. Dental Issues

    By MaryJane11,
    • 3 replies
    • 843 views

  19. Still Attend Support Group Meetings as a Vet?

    By Andrew0929,
    • 17 replies
    • 1,887 views

  20. Migraines

    By mrscherry2010,
    • 4 replies
    • 702 views

  21. Its official - 4 year Lapband journey coming to an end.

    By NoMoBand,
    • 6 replies
    • 1,261 views

  22. What would you do ?

    By Band07,
    • 14 replies
    • 1,798 views

  23. Madame Rev's where are you ?

    By ausmith,
    • 7 replies
    • 1,273 views

  24. Need To Hear From The Veterans

    By canadian_girl,
    • 14 replies
    • 1,951 views

  25. Wake up call for all!

    By Georgia,
    • 9 replies
    • 2,281 views

  26. BMI 35 or lower. Would you sleeve or bypass?

    By OldMomOf3,
    • 12 replies
    • 1,806 views

  27. Sleeve Plication ?

    By Band07,
    • 7 replies
    • 868 views

  28. Need Advice!

    By kristikay,
    • 6 replies
    • 1,165 views

  29. US vs Mexico sleeve size ?

    By Band07,
    • 10 replies
    • 3,228 views

  30. Two Years, At Goal, Tummy Tuck Complications

    By loseitsoon,   
    • 22 replies
    • 4,724 views

  31. Sudden onset of heartburn at 15 months?

    By LumpySpacePrincess,
    • 3 replies
    • 828 views

  32. Suggestions or Advice for Skin Surgery

    By livvsmum,
    • 1 reply
    • 742 views

  33. Weight Gain

    By clucy2007,
    • 3 replies
    • 890 views

  34. Ah, the old back handed compliment!

    By HumanMerelyBeing,
    • 10 replies
    • 1,972 views

  35. Post-op regain :(

    By army_wife13,
    • 6 replies
    • 1,257 views

  36. Question for those a year or more out

    By jessb418,
    • 7 replies
    • 1,062 views

  37. Correction surgery

    By violetsmum,
    • 1 reply
    • 839 views

  38. Weight watchers post op

    By Healthier2day1227,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,268 views

  39. Mental Hunger

    By mdaily1027,
    • 5 replies
    • 692 views

  40. Bouncing back after IV iron

    By onikenbai,
    • 3 replies
    • 1,227 views

  41. Illness and appetite

    By CowgirlJane,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,243 views

  42. 13 years post-op and regained 40 pounds.

    By Mary-Scarlett Vernon,   
    • 2 replies
    • 916 views

  43. Feel your band?

    By mdaily1027,
    • 1 reply
    • 707 views

  44. 2 years out and think my gallbladder may be shot!

    By playlikeworldchamps,
    • 5 replies
    • 1,232 views

  45. Advice for skin issues

    By Amyllf2,
    • 0 replies
    • 779 views

  46. Two Years Out on Tuesday

    By HappygoSusan,
    • 3 replies
    • 812 views

  47. Advised not to lose any more weight?

    By jacileggs,
    • 6 replies
    • 855 views

  48. Who uses 'diet managment' software program, Please Step Inside

    By Jack,
    • 4 replies
    • 834 views

  49. Getting back on track!

    By astrong1,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,699 views

  50. Shallow eye's upon us. *creepy*

    By Healthy_life2,
    • 13 replies
    • 4,186 views

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      Two months out from hiatal hernia repair.  Surgeon said to expect a lot more flatulence...something about the 'air' no longer being able to 'burp' out so comes out the other end.  That is my experience but have no understanding of why that swallowed air cannot be 'burped'. ???
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    • LadyVeteran1

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      Sleeve surgery is on April 14th.  I am counting the days!!  Can't wait!
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        Brookie2shoes

        Me too girl!! Are you in the full liquid diet right now? It’s sooooo hard!

      2. LadyVeteran1

        LadyVeteran1

        Not yet. I was told I only have to do 24 hours of a liquid diet. But I have my pre-op tomorrow so I’m going to confirm if I need to do longer.

      3. buildabetteranna

        buildabetteranna

        Your so close now! It's gonna be great :) Wishing you a speedy recovery and looking forward to seeing how it goes!

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      buildabetteranna

      Down 33 lbs and slightly stalled, but I'm gonna reevaluate and push through. I started back to work last week after 2 years of being disabled due to mental health as well as my weight. It's a great job and I'm just so happy to have this opportunity at a second chance at life. Hope everyone is having their best journey ❤️ Together, we got this!
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