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I had my RNY a year ago and lost 120 pounds thus far. I workout daily and love it. Sent from my XT1650 using BariatricPal mobile app

Had my surgery 2 days ago, so far so good. No problem or complication so far. The only problem I have is the ounces every 15 min... My breakfast tray was brought to me yesterday with 3.5 oz of jello, Popsicle 1.5 oz, coffee, and 2 10.1oz bottle of water with crystal light. I ate it all at once... then was told, I was to measure it off 4oz per hour. This is going to be a long week. But, I am happy and healthy came off of 5 medications before coming home. Happy to be on this journey. Sent from my Z983 using BariatricPal mobile app

Cant wait surgery date is October 16th.... On my dads Bday. he passed away 5 years ago i hope he is watching over me...[emoji2] [emoji2] [emoji2] Sent from my SM-S120VL using BariatricPal mobile app

Hey Everyone. My name is shami. I had my surgery on July 5th, 2017 and I'm down 42 pounds so far. My highest weight was 297 and My starting weight at the hospital was 282 and this morning I weighed 240. I am so glad about that , I am happy and I don't have any problems so far [emoji134] Sent from my SM-G900V using BariatricPal mobile app

Hello everyone! I am reaching the end of my 4th day after surgery and I must admit, this recovery has been extremely rough on me. I've been in excruciating pain. My entire left quadrant, both upper and lower are extremely sore and sensitive to touch. My ribs hurt, I could barely walk on my own, I can't stand, sit or even move without assistance. I was barely even able to talk. (( I'm not gonna get into details about the gas part.. it hurts to even remember it )) I am making progress.. slower than a turtles pace.. but some progress is better than no progress.. right? *baby steps* I was in the hospital a little longer as well. Not being able to walk was a setback fo…

Let me firstly start by saying this operation and the complications that come thereafter arw not only confusing but just never seem to stop. My sister had this operation 2.5yrs ago with a success story. She lost weight and was looking great. 2.5 years later she started putting on weight again and went back to the same doctor to perform the surgery again. Whilst i have no idea what the criteria is for this operation her weight was 100kg at 1,74 in height. This operation took place 4 months ago and its been a nightmare from the word go. A week after having the operatiin she was rushed back into hospital in icu on life supporting machines. She had septacemina from a gastric …

----I know everyone stalls and everyone is losing at different rates..I'm fairly confident some stall a lot more often than others, and the slow losers bench is pretty full - I'm just curious about stories from some successful slow losers, who battled the constant stalls, & slow weight loss.. I've read many helpful posts, most say up protein and more exercise, I'm just not sure that's the ticket for the more frequent,slow loser, stallers.. Any advise, tips, tricks, encouraging journies that can be shared, will certainly be appreciated -- I'm doing pretty good but stall often, surgery 29/05/17---down 50lbs-- I'm happy with that, not happy with the long stalls lol -

Hi everyone, I just wanted to share my gastric sleeve journey so far and I apologise for the long post I am making here. I'm 53 years old and have battled my weight all my life. In my early 40's I started taking Blood Pressure medication, I was also diagnosed with Graves Disease. My cholesterol and glucose have always been good. Well that was up until 4 months ago. I went to the doctors and for the first time ever my cholesterol shot up and my doctor informed me I was Insulin resistant. I was now very scared that at 168.3 kgs, (371 pounds) I wasn't going to make it to 60. So after years of badgering me, I finally asked my doctor to refer me to a Weight…

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I am getting my sleeve this Thursday and I am so excited!! I have to say I am a bit nervous though, not exactly sure why. I only have a 1 day liquid diet the day before my surgery and as silly as it may seem I am really looking forward to it. I think it will all finally seem real once Wednesday gets here! Anyone else getting sleeved the same day?

I've been contemplating this for years now. I had bilateral knee surgery in early 2014 and cannot exercise like I was beforehand and weight has gotten out of control. I'm ready for anything as I am out of shape and need to get myself together. My happiness is important and I know this tool will be my catapult and all I need to do is keep moving and do exactly what I'm told. I'm just concerned about my 'no gallbladder' situation as I haven't read much on anyone having theirs out years before surgery... meaning, is my body going to act way different than one who still has theirs. I know I'm ready and with the support from others I will get to my goal weight. I'm 57 arou…

Hi all. Brand new to the forum but so glad I found you all! Any Aussies about? Anyone else having sleeve on Friday?? I have told nearly no one about my surgery so relying on some new mates here! Would love to hear from you all!! ????

Well, I am officially going in to have my sleeve converted to a gastric bypass this Friday, September 1st. I am 5'5" and 150 pounds and never thought I'd be starting the Bariatric process over again after having the sleeve surgery three years ago, but here I am! For the past couple of years I have struggled with severe GERD, regularly throwing up both food and water which has made life really challenging. I am thankful that my surgery is happening because of complications and not regain (my biggest fear!), but I am admittedly overwhelmed and anxious about the possibility of further complications. Luckily I wholeheartedly trust my surgeon and team and am in good hands, but…

I will be 9 months post op from the sleeve on September 16th and I've officially lost 60 lbs. I started at 239.7 and am now at 179.7. It's a struggle every day but slowly but surely I will get to my goal. I'm hoping for a goal of 145lbs but for now my mini-goal is 174 (doctor's goal).

I have seen people share their weight loss numbers and I'm trying to figure out where people are from. I saw someone post they were in say the 220's now wearing a size 14/16. My sleeve was done 6/28 and I've lost around 20lbs and now weigh 220lbs and just got back into my size 22W. Are these folks in the US or another country were the sizing is differnt? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm almost 6 months out from gastric bypass surgery. I've lost 85lbs so far but feeling frustrated with my latest stall. I haven't lost any weight for 3 weeks and have gone up 2lbs. I'm exercising and staying around 1200 calories a day. Is this normal? I still want to lose 30lbs so I'm feeling frustrated. I thought I would continue losing for one year. Any thoughts? Have others experienced the same?

Just putting this out there for a little laugh last sat the 26th i got my hair cut i keep it short a 2 on top and a 1 on the sides i have not had any hair loss yesterday i hit my 5 months post op and i rubbed my head and there was all kinds of hair in my hand. Lol if i would have known that was going to start i wouldn't have gotten that last hair cut Sent from my SM-G935P using BariatricPal mobile app

I hate that my before picture looks like a mug shot. My mom made me take it the night before my surgery. I remember being cranky because frankly I was starving after my two week pre-op diet and because I normally avoided full body shots at all costs. Looking back now, I wish I would've taken more before pictures. I am 15 months post-op and I admit that the number on the scale isn't quite as low as I had originally wanted. As a 25 year old with no children, I look like I've had 10+ kids when I'm naked - so I always wear clothes. While I'm thankful beyond words that I had the opportunity to have this surgery, I feel a little disappointment. I prayed my whole life to be "ski…

so im freaking out had surgery on 7/24/2017 and lost 10 pounds in a week then gained 4 pounds and it has been the same way for the past 3 weeks I have pcos and the advantage of this surgery has been that I got my period for the first time in the pat 7 months my clothes are a little bit loose but the scale is not moving and this weeks is my first week eating solid food am I doing something wrong.

Today is one year from having surgery. I'm so happy that I did it, just wish I could have done it sooner. Down 67 pounds and only 8 away from goal!! Starting weight 215, day of surgery 200, current 148. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N910A using BariatricPal mobile app

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When does that fullness feeling go away ?? I'm 1 and a half months out and my body is still very aware of letting me know when I shouldn't eat something . I don't want that feeling to fade [emoji853][emoji853](of course it will ) but does anyone have a specific measure of time that your appetite starts to return ???

Surgery is September 18th, I start my 2 week pre-op diet on Monday. It's really getting real. Thankfully I've been seeing someone to help me deal with all of these emotions. I'm slightly nervous and a lot excited! I am so ready for my journey to a healthier life to really begin. Any other September 18th sleevers?? Sent from my Pixel XL using BariatricPal mobile app

Well guys after my weekend weigh in I have now managed to lose a total of 10 stones in under a year, the weight of my wife! To say i am happy is an understatement, but still a small journey to go but i'm getting there.

So, I've been fat for most of my life. I've been fat ever since I was roughly 10 years old, but what I considered fat then is nothing compared to the state I am at now. After I got sex reassignment surgery, my metabolism went straight to hell and my energy levels fell. I didn't make any lifestyle changes afterwards, but the fact that I didn't was a part of the problem that resulted in the state where I am now. And gaining so much weight, I likely contracted sleep apnea due to my weight gain and also contracted plantar fasciitis, which makes it harder to be out and about without my arches screaming at me. I've tried so many diet and exercise programmes, from Bikram Yoga to…

I had my surgery on Monday and have been vomiting ever since, can't keep up with my sips, nothing taste right and I'm having a lot of back pain. I'm still in the hospital and it seems as If i may be staying another night. Do you guys have any advice for me? I'm walking every hour, but just can't get those sips in... I'm vomiting at least 3 times a day

Hey guys I'm so nervous and scared I got my date for my sleeve it's sept 06 and I'm so excited and nervous!!! I'm on my pre op diet and it's so hard:( especially when I'm at work! I keep crying and feeling sad then happy... it's like I'm a mix of emotions! I can't wait for this change in my life !

I can't even eat 5 wings. I had 4 and was full. Crazy. With as little as I eat, I thought I'd lose weight faster. My doctor says I'm losing at a good pace, so I'm going to trust him. I just wish it was faster. HW - 332.5 SW - 318.5 CW- 277.5 Sleeved 3/28/2016 Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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I had my gastric bypass surgery yesterday and while I'm happy for the new me this pain is indescribable I'm sick off water and the gas Is horrible really hoping and praying things get better even though all this seems bad still don't regret this surgery one bit

I'm on my 3 month multi supervisory plan which started the end of June. I've been cleared by the psych and today by the cardiologist. I'm now waiting to have my first appointment with the pulmonologist on 9/26/17! That is past my 3 months. I know this is a waiting game to get clearances but thought everything would be done within the 3 months. I called the office and asked to be put on the cancellation list. Hopefully I get called before my appointment. I just needed to vent. So far things have been flowing smoothly and I've been getting things done. I go to two weight-loss meetings a month and am signed up to go to this special surgeon's class. I will focus on keeping up…

I'm so excited to have a date set! It will be a huge change but one that will make a life change!

Hey guys, well I've been a member for a long time but haven't posted until now. I had my sleeve done this morning at about 11 a.m. and I'm feeling great. Honestly, after reading some of the posts here and around the internet and I was getting a bit nervous. I'm happy to report that everything went well and I'm actually feeling pretty good. I was pretty days so it took me awhile to come around and feeling nauseous they had to give me some zofran. When I got to my room I think I hit my pain pump 2 or 3 times and that was it. I was told I probably be staying till Thursday, but hopefully I can get out of here early maybe tomorrow. Honestly, I think I could go home today with …

Hi guys and gals! I went to see my surgeon yesterday and I have my surgery date. Hello September 8th, here I come ! Woo-hoo! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using BariatricPal mobile app

1 year since my surgery. I am down 177 pounds 45 to go to my goal. I still struggle with making the right choices all the time but I will get there. Never weak...To Strong... hw 445 sw 399 Cw 268

This is a story about a young man who always had a smile on his face but knew he was different. Whether it be his heart or his waistline he always had the biggest in his class. He never let it hold him back because he saw the best in people when they couldn't see it in him. He wasn’t always so confident about what life would hold for him. At the age of 12, he had gotten to 220 pounds. Due to a condition unrelated to his weight he suffered pain in his legs and ankles and required surgery to repair a curvature in his legs. Post-op, he gained even more weight. From age 12 to 16 he gained about 120 pounds. It's hard to see the pain behind this cutie's …

I had my RNY 14 years ago in Wilmington, NC with Dr. David Miles. I can't remember what my weight was before but pre knife I weighed 364 pounds. We had a very strict program we had to stick to as Dr. Miles was trying to re established and reinstated a bariatric program at our local hospital after a very poor MD had botched it up pretty bad. We were all on our best behavior. I was one of the first few that were allow into the surgery line up and we all were doing our best for those who were to come after. No "last meals" for us! Dr Miles was and is an amazing doctor and my operation went without a hitch. I've always been lucky and have never had a bit of trouble since then…

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Hello, everyone. I'm a 38 male from Michigan who started my program back in March. In January I was 581lbs, Today I'm 503lbs and my goal is to have lost 100lbs when I go in for surgery on the 17th of October. with the help of my surgeon, we've both decided that Gastric Bypass would be my best option. I've been obese my whole life since the age of 6. It's the one thing I've not been able to beat but I'm sure working on it. If anyone is interested, I would love the support of subbing to my YouTube Channel. If you sub, please leave a comment on here so that I can personally thank you. I look forward to interacting with you all and wish you all much success in you…

I've found a great shake or protein milk it has 30 grams of protein but also has 7 grams sugar. I've been drinking it since day 3. But up till a couple days ago I could only finish 1/2 at a time so I figured 3.5 grams was ok. Now I can drink a whole one. Day 11 and I'm down 30 lbs but afraid that I might stall if im getting too much sugar. It has 190 calories also. How many grams sugar a day are we allowed with the sleeve? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N900A using BariatricPal mobile app

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First i would thank everyone on this forum for sharing their stories and i think it is my duty to share my story after the surgery. So let me start with i am foreigner so maybe my english is not perfect but as mentioned above i think i have to share my story! Lets start.. I am a low bmi(34) and i could not find an information about low bmi'ers success stories. My had my surgery on 24 of February 2017. I am 31 years old with a pear shape body( most of the fat are in my hips). Also , i had high cholesterol and blood pressure which was the final straw that make the surgery a must. I have tried different type of diet and exercise over the past 15 years with no success. The …

I am now 4 months post op. I am down 61 pounds since surgery. Weight loss has slowed down but I am still losing, so I'll take it. I am 32 lbs. away from my goal weight. I am so happy! I am able to wear cute clothes and not hide all my fat all the time. Yes, I still have fat to lose but I'm feeling more comfortable in my skin. Best decision I have made was to get the sleeve. I drink 1 to 2 premier protein shakes everyday. Try to get at least 60 oz. of water a day. I eat 3 to 4 meals. Meat being the biggest portion (3 oz.) then a couple tablespoons of potatoes, or veggies. I take 2 multivitamins a day and 1 biotin pill. Hair loss has started Not horrible but…

I had gastric bypass Jan 18. My highest weight was 235. My day of surgery I weighed 192. My current weight today is 136. Boy has it been a journey of ups and downs but well worth it. I will however be getting plastics in the near future. I went from a 38 DDD to a b cup full of skin YUCK!

Well I'm 3 days post op and trying to adjust. Had nausea and vomiting the first two days. Doctor prescribed anti nausea meds....that helped. Can't do the protein shakes or jello....too sweet. So it's been water & popsicles. Woke up this morning, two of my wounds filled with pus and redness. Should I be worried? Think I'm allergic to the steri strips....feel like crying

Working hard daily. Officially 90 lbs from May 24 th to August 21. I think I lost an eclipse lol

Had my surgery yesterday at 7:30am. I woke up from surgery in some pain and asked for several doses of pain meds, but within the hour I was very comfortable and in little to no pain. My Dr also removed my gallbladder and repaired a hernia, so I have 6 incisions. I have a pain in my shoulder which I was told is normal and is due to the CO2 they use to inflate your belly. I feel a little blotted but no gas pains and just a bit of burping. I was released from the hospital about 5pm that same day. I've only taken Tylenol since I've been home. Woke up this morning with no pain. My Dr administered something called Exparel in my wounds which is a long term pain blocker and I thi…

Today I had my 3 month appointment with my surgeon. I am on freaking cloud 9. I got my blood work done. Before surgery I was mildly anemic, with stupid low vitamin d (Below 10 when it should be 30) and pre-diabetic. Blood work today was no anemia, a vitamin d of 29 and no pre-diabetes! Vitamin D still needs a little work but it is infinitely better than it once was (I was taking 100,000 UI of D3 a week). A little curious though, my surgeon told me these next 3 months will be more difficult and will set the pace for the remainder of my journey the 1st year. Did anyone else have more difficulty after the 3rd month? How much were you working out? I work out about 3x …

I got surgery 5 months ago and I feel like my stomach has grown more than it should've due to consuming sugar... I think, I still can't eat as much as I want to, but definitely a little bit more since 2 months after surgery. I feel like I'm losing control. I weighed 260 lbs before surgery and now I'm 209 lbs, I feel like I haven't lost as much as I'm supposed to.