Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

Hello all. So I'm having a hard time adapting to the newfound attention. Obviously it's excited and flattering but a part of me is saddened by it. It's bittersweet that it took me losing 80 pounds to be treated so well. It took losing 80 pounds for women and men alike to compliment me. Don't get me wrong, I always had a certain presence and swagger (not trying to sound arrogant) but now it's quite ridiculous. I can't go anywhere without someone speaking to me, complimenting me, approaching me. It's overwhelming. I don't know how to receive it at times. I'm always polite and smile and say thank you. But sometimes I wish I could blend in a little. I wish people appreciated …

Hi guys, so my surgery is. Scheduled for march 3 at 11. I'm having my lapband removed then having the sleeve. I'm excited and Nervous. My Doc doesn't make us go on a pre op diet. Thank god cause I'm in a wedding sat. But I can only have Liquids on sun. I was wondering if anyone is in Michigan having the sleeve next week? Looking for a buddy. Does anyone have any Advice for me for after surgery next week??? Thanks everyone

I all! I started my preop diet today.. The vitamin made me soooooo sick.. Anyone else have this problem?

Hello my beautiful loves! Hope everyone is having a beautiful day! We're almost to the weekend. So as of late I've received several inquiries and personal messages regarding my journey and experience. It's so motivating and inspiring! I love sharing with any and all what I've learned along the way. So I wanted to extend the opportunity to all that are interested to follow me on Instagram or FB. I went public with my decision to be sleeved the day of surgery and it's been an amazing adventure. I track more on there than anything and I'm actually thinking of starting a page for this exclusively. IG: 1PRQueen FB: Lydia De La Luz

Everything is awesome! I'm never hungry, I'm back in the gym every day now and I've dropped 11 since day of surgery! I know it will get harder but will take advantage while this is easy.

Thanks to many on the board I knew life with insurance companies is not easy. I have CareFirst BCBS in Maryland but apparently my mental health stuff is farmed out to Magellan. I got a referral for my psych eval from the surgeon last week. Had it all set up only to find out they don't participate with Magellan and the self pay amount was $865. No thanks. So like a good girl I get online and look up the list of providers. I start calling around: "Hi, I need to have a psychological evaluation done to determine my readiness and fitness for weight loss surgery. Can you do that?" The standard response: "Sure, but what exactly do you need?" I called CareFirst an…

My surgery is Friday the 28 I need to know how bad was the pain I know everyone is diffrent but in need of insight

Is anyone taking these for regularity? Please share your experience. Thanks.

I bought "natural's best isopure" Protein powder. I am sick of dumping syndrome and unflavor Protein Powder during 1 week lol I hope this powder is better. Can I find someone who drink this protein? It is zero carb.

I might be posting this in the wrong section sorry. So after 6.5 yrs my band slip i just found out last week everything i read its saying if i get it fix it will slip again is that true???? I cant imagine my life without a tool. I am so scare first i need to travel 3300 miles to get it fix is it worth it???? Wow i just realize i have been on here for years sorry guys

How many users are from the Fresno Ca. area and go to ALSA? I Love their knowledge and skill, and very fortunate to be a client of theirs.

Hey everyone. I'm new to this whole procedure, while I have not had the surgery yet, still in the class process, I'm really excited! I have too many medical issues that prevent me from losing weight and exercising so I've decided to get this procedure done. I think I'm one of the few people that are not a plus size from over eating. Try explaining that to a dr. They all think people are over weight from food! If anyone has any advise to give id be more than happy to listen

Tomorrow I am going to all liquid diet. I am scheduled for surgery on 3/10/2014. I am pretty freaked out about only consuming protein shakes for the next 4 weeks. I am very excited but worried about how I will do emotionally during the next month. I hope I can keep it together.

This liquid diet sucks I will be so glad to graduate over to yogurt and oatmeal an grits . I am 5days post op my nut said I could move on to the next phase thurs and I am ready . I need texture....

Hello I'm 3 weeks out and I'm wondering what are some food restrictions down the line. Of course this is a lifestyle change but just wondering will ever be able to eat a potato chip or frozen yogurt. Wondering if anyone who has has the sleeve has experienced dumping?

Yesterday, as I was getting dressed for a doctors appointment, I noticed that my favorite comfortable pants (my yoga pants - whole 'nother story - love, love, love yoga pants) were dangerously close to falling off my hips.....which was not the case just last week while stalling. Also, my favorite blouse just felt sloppy. So, I put something else on, which ALSO felt strangely loose, but was not in danger of causing a social embarrassment. When I went to put my coat on, it very clearly felt like a stranger's coat. So then, I went to my storage closet and pulled out a wool coat that my boyfriend had bought me three years (and 50 extra pounds ago on my already obese b…

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Here are my midway pics. The ones in my purple shirt are from last August before I started my program. Gastric sleeve was 12/23/2013 The pics in my brown top and black pants are from my halfway point at minus 49 pounds / 51 to go, Taken on 2/23/2014, exactly two months post op. Belly is still resisting, although 3" smaller, but you can tell that my face, arms, and chest and thighs are smaller And I am starting to get ribs and a waist. The wedding picture shows you how thin I was in 1970 (108 pounds on my wedding day). Look at those too thin bony arms! My goal weight is 135.

Scheduled for 2/27! It's almost here!!!! I've been on a liquid diet for almost two weeks I can tell I've lost weight cause my pants feel loose but I don't want to weight myself till surgery day! Exited and scared but mostly exited! Is the surgery painful?

... It took four hours ...but I finally had a whole shake ! Had surgery 2/21 and was stuck in hospital for 5 days because of vomiting. This morning was first time I was able to finish a shake huge victory for me yay. Sipping still hurts me but I'm getting better at it , such a bad gurgling as it goes down and air comes back up . Can't wait for that to stop

I feel like today is the first day of the rest of my new life! That great feeling overshadows anything negative about all liquids (so far. ) I took all my measurements last night and took time to gather all my necessities for work this week so I feel I'm prepared. Surgery is March 10th, barring any insurance issues. Good luck to all! Who else is a March 10 buddy?

Have done my operation 6 weeks ago, so far I lost 14 kg. is that normal????? Please help me

Well I went yesterday for my first appointment. BMI 36.1, so I meet that requirement (remember I have diabetes and high triglycerides). Met with the endocrinologist (for diabetes) I have to get my blood sugar down under a 8A1C, currently at 9.3, had a ton of blood work done, met with nutritionist, and a surgery coordinator. Dr told me I have a 90-95% chance of leaving the hospital without my insulin pump! How awesome that will be! The surgery coordinator, gave me a list of requirements for my insurance. One BIG problem.....I have to give a 3 year weight history, well I have that, but I having not been over a 35 BMI for 3 years. My BMI blow up after being put on insulin…

I am just starting my journey...I am electing to have rny per my Dr. Instruction...but I first have to do this "I can change" program from my insurance first...does anyone else have this insurance? Did you do the program? What was it like? Any help is appreciated!

I have Aetna did all my requirements and we will be submitting to insurance this week... Im so anxious! How long does Aetna take to process? Also nervous about procedure itself but I have to go through with this its for my life!

Hello! My name is Debra and tomorrow, February 26th my band will be 5 years old. I started this journey at 349 pounds. At one point during my journey I had lost 114, right now I'm at 65 lost. Sadly I've gained almost 50 pounds back Some of the reason is I've had 3 surgeries since my lap-band was put in place. Therefore all Fluid is removed for recovery. I've also flown to Germany and back with most fluid removed since the middle of December. I am such a food-aholic that I simply go nuts when I know I have no restrictions from food!! I made it through the holidays without gaining but latey OH BOY....I'm like a shark - always searching for food. My next fill is in March. N…

I went to my last nutrition class. I was told by the staff that the Lap band surgery that I was thinking about having, has poor results and how Medicare doesn't like to cover for complications like port slips or erosion. So they said I should have the sleeve. Less follow up visits. the band is like a belt, hard to get it right. I tried to check with Medicare to check about the band, and got no where. I know I need to have weight loss surgery, but which surgery should I have?

I had my surgery 8 days ago and I'm having problems eating. I tried mash potatoes, a scrambled eggs, soupy grits and more but I can't seem to get them down. How am I to transition?

Figured instead of counting and focusing on just the pounds we could take a look at our sizes as a way to encourage each other and motivate ourselves and others. I am a bit over three and a half months out and feeling great! Pant Size Day of Sleeve: 40 and 42 Current Size Pants: 30 Shirt Size Day of Surgery: xxl Current Shirt Size: Small

When can I stop drinking protein shakes?

I was just sleeved on Friday, Feb, 21, 2014. I spent the night in the hospital and was released. Its not so bad. Well, currently is like almost 2:30 sunday morning, I'm restless and cant sleep. My insides are burbling and rumbling with gas, but I have my heft load of Gas X to help there. I hate the drainage tube. Thats the only thing on me that really hurts. I do need the pain reliever for it. Coughing and what not arent so bad as long as I hold a pillow over my stomach area for support. I'm so happy to be in the comfort of my own home again. No nurses come in every so often taking vitals and blood sugar. No IV. And I was a lucky one...no catheter! I'm moving around…

Hey there! It's been a really long time since I have been on here . I have been taking care of my mothers who was sick with cancer . It's been a long road . Well she fought a long hard fight and passed away 4 days ago. I hadn't had a chance to really exercise and eat like I should have bit I've still been going for my fills. Here are my stats: Surgery : July 2013 Highest Weight: 331 (May 2013) Pre Op: 319 Day of Surgery: 306 Current Fill: 10.5 ( large band 14cc) Current : 263.0 lbs Pre Op Size: 24/26 , almost 28 Current Size : 14/16 Goal By July 2014: 219 lbs Ultimate Goal Weight: 176 lbs

Hello everybody, my name is Nicole. I had surgery on 2-24-14. My doctor uses out patient hospital services so I got to come home @ 10pm. This is most definitely one of the most important choices I've ever made. And I don't mind sounding quite selfish because in fact I did it all for ME! My stats: 5'6 S/W 272 C/W 254 G/W 140ish I lost 12lbs in the 2 week preop diet, which was basically the Atkins diet, I was only aloud 40 grams of carbs a day, and had to achieve at least grams of Protein a day. I cut out all caffeine, alcohol and carbonated bevs when I started even though I didn't have, I just made it a lot easier n…

I'm so nervous yet excited at the same time!!! My doctor submitted my information to the insurance today and I can hardly wait for the approval. I have Federal BCBS Virginia. Does anyone know what the approval times can range from? My doctors office says it can be anywhere from a few days to a few weeks.

Hi everyone! I started my pre op diet yesterday. I also had my class. I got my vitamins and shakes and was told that I have to take the vitamins forever and have to get the vitamins from them. They are 25.00 a month. My question is, why would I have to get my vitamins from them? My husband and I are not to happy about that. Also I was told I can't have Atkins protein shakes and I have to have theirs! My husband did comparisons and the same ingredients are in each! Is anyone else going through this?

Hi Guys, I have just past the first week mark for my Lap band and i have lost 10 pounds so far! i am very nervous about moving to solids because i know that the weight loss will slow down and i might even gain weight! is it possible to have solid weightloss after starting solids? Looking for guidance, Thanks

Does anyone still have a lot of pain 3 weeks post op. my surgeon said that it should get better in a week that was last week. I am starting to get concerned with how much pain I'm in. I can't bend down and pick something up off the floor. And I have to be really careful when I am getting up and down out of bed or a chair. I starting to wonder of there is anything wrong with the muscle.

Had surgery 10/21/13. I am not sure what the problem is, but I am constantly nauseous. Every time I want to take a bite it makes me dry Heeve. It is awful! I want to eat but the smell or look of food disgusts me. My legs also sometimes goes numb. Is this all normal what should I be eating?

I am schdueled for surgery in june but im on my 6 month supv diet i losed 32 pounds in two months but now im noticeing the weight come off slower i joined planet fittness today and im trying my hardest to drop as much as i can before surgery im currently 6 foot 2 470

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On my way girls. I am scared an excited All at the same time.

Hi, my name is Jessica. I am a married 33 year old SAHM of a 13 1/2 month old little girl and uterine cancer survivor. On Valentines day my MIL and I both had gastric sleeve surgery, so we are 10 days out. I am so tired of this liquid diet. Ok, the liquids aren't that bad. The protein shakes are atrocious and I'm not sure how much longer I can gag them down. I have always had a problem with "fake" sweeteners so I think the headache is from them. I lost 11 pounds in the 5 day pre diet surgery and have lost 14 more pounds. I weighed 286 before the pre liquid diet and am currently at 261. I have 0 appetite though I am always thirsty and am constantly sipping water. I can't s…

Since starting with this process I've realized that there are some things I need and want to change about myself. My list of things are not only physical but emotionally too. Physical- I need to start working out and working on my problem areas. I need to have my varicose veins looked at on my legs cause they are getting pretty bad. Also be better organized to improve my daily routine. Emotional- Be stronger! Learn to say NO and not feel guilty about it afterwards. Learn that other people's problems are their own not mine to fix! Where there or is there any on your list of things to improve and what is it? Did the band make you re-evaluate your life not only wi…

I had a fill done on Febuary 17th. I'm now up to 6.5 CC's in my band. In the last three or four days, I have noticed that during the day, my band is tight and I have to make sure i chew everything really good or else it will get stuck. I have gotten stuck 3 times in the last few days and don't like it at all. Yesterday I was out to lunch with my daughter and got stuck and had to go the the restroom and throw up! That was a first and hopefully last! That being said, at night I am still able to eat any and all I want. I can still eat 5oz of meat and a whole cup of vegtables. Was wondering if this is my sweet spot or do I need to have another fill and just make sure I chew a…

I had my surgery last year, (August 2013) and of last Monday, February 17th, had only lost 30 pounds. Had another fill last Monday. Definitely feel restriction now. Started watching my carb intake very, very, closely. Have lost 5.5 pounds since last Monday ; ) For some reason, it all clicks now. The food intake, protein, exercise & no carbs!!! I'm very happy & ready to get the rest of my weight off......

Hey y'all . I am 5 days post -op an I am able to get a lil bit more liquids down today without it being painful an feeling like there is a knife stuck at the end of my stomach . I have to crush my Bp meds an previcid and I am taking pain meds 3 x a day 2 tbs . Other than that I feel ok my incisions are still very sore last night I was up an down but I am not complaining I am just updating u guys . My current stats are- Height-5'3 SW-224CW-208-GW150 Whoo hoo..

Anyone having gas pains? And still experiencing mild pressure on the left side. Still hurts to move around, laugh, cough. Want to call doctor but don't wanna be a baby. It's only been 5days

Hello everyone I'm Joy and I go for my first consultation march 13, with Dr. Neff in Cherry Hill NJ. I suffer from hypothyroidism so this is a concern of mine...o I'm 30 yrs old, 4'11 and currently 200lbs. I'm nervous more so to be approved than of the surgery. I have Amerihealth silver epo as my insurance carrier. Though I am scared I'm also very excited to begin living a new healthy life, if anyone has any advice about first consultations,or my insurance, or my thyroid or lack there of please do tell me, other than that I look forward to being a part of this loving, informative community.:-)

Who am I: Tanya Danielle How much do I weigh: 245 Highest weight. 255 Most recent surgery date. 3/4/14 So, my weight has been an issue as long as I can remember, probably since I was 12 years old. Name the diet, I've it. I had good success with phentermine and South Beach. They all work as long as you follow them! Fastforward to july 2010 when I had a Lap Band. I NEVER had success and in fact had many issues. One in particular had me thinking I would die from chocking (literally chocking, eyes watering, not breathing). I had it removed November 2013 and was hoping to have bypass at that time but the bad was severely infected(surgeon said he has never seen an…

I was sleeved February 18, 2014 and I'm curious to know when should I start weighing myself again?