Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

I had my surgery Monday Jn. 6th - I came home today and I'm surprised how good I feel. Just wanted to share because I know I had some fear and if this reassures anyone that's a good thing! Now the fun. Engines as I figure my food plan out.

My journey was ruff in allot of spots. I began with a sleeve and ended up having to get a gastric bypass due to complications. After which I had to have 3 more surgeries due to needing my gallbladder removed and reparation of a hernia. I had some low points and then some really low points but now I'm definitely riding my high points. I've wanted to give up, I cried, regretted my decision but then things began to get easier. I started healing and was able to really stay working out. Things were slow at first but I'm pleased with my progress. Hopefully by documenting my results I'll be able to help someone else that's on their way to a low point. Remember you do this for n…

I had my surgery on 12/04/2013 and doing really well so I thought. But now my mind is starting to play tricks on me. You fill as though you can eat more than you really can and boom it hits you quickly. You are so full that even one bite more will cause that uncomfortable filling that doesn't go away for some time. Does anyone else that this issue if so what did you do?

Hi there so I'm finally ready to reach out for help. My 24 year old son was killed by a drunk driver on April 29th 2012, and only 11 months before losing my son I lost my father. I had wls (band) in 2009. Needless to say my weight loss journey fell way off the wagon. I have since gained most of my weight back and I have no idea how to start over again. When I went to the doctors they had made a suggestion that maybe I might want to have a revision... no I don't want any more surgery I want to try to work with my band but I need much more support than what I'm getting from them! I am very scared that I stretched out my pouch but the odd thing is is that I still do feel res…

Hello, I am back. I was unable to log into the forums for 8 mos. I lost my password and everytime I tried contacting someome at the old Sleeve talk address I got no where so I decided to persevere until I got in. I had my surgery January 30 2013 and I have lost a total of 92 pounds. To say I have been successful is an understatement. I started out on surgery day at 247. I am about 5 or 10 pounds from my goal and I lose when I am no longer trying. I am wearing a size 8 jeans and shopping at the Juniors section of stores. It has been relatively easy for the most part. In the beginning I was like, WHAT DID I DO?? But it gets easier. I am pretty happy for the most par…

Hello Everyone! I am new to this site and will be having the VSG on January 20th! I am getting nervous and am scared. I am frightened of the physical pain and I am nervous to begin my new life. I am hoping this site will become a positive outlet for me where I can connect with others who have had a similar struggle to my own. I am looking forward to sharing my story and hearing all of yours!

Hi Everyone, I am having my first surgeon consultation today at 4:30. I am so excited to get started. I guess I will find out all my requirements today, just hoping I don't have to do the six month supervised diet.

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My doc recently suggested I consider sleeve surgery and I'm a bit frightened about it.

Given everything my surgeon said (as I was at 240lbs and 5'4",) I figured I might drop 20 or 30 lbs in my first year at most, but even that would be very good for me. My size was causing serious health problems. To my surprise, it did not happen that way. Instead, the pounds just started flying off like in the infomercials that air late at night/early morning. I ate (and still eat) whenever I'm hungry and enjoy every bite until I feel full and satisfied. Prior to VSG, no other diet plan did this. Everything else I'd tried before helped in the short-term, but eventually I'd get so "hungry" that I would have an emotional break-down of sorts, and start eating again. …

So for several years I have been following several youtube blogs from people who have had weight loss surgery. Watching these videos has really helped me feel like I have support and answered a lot of my questions. I am FINALLY having surgery on January 21st 2014 and I started a video blog on Youtube. I would love to share my blog with you and see if any of you out there are doing the same. http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD0wfUY_7AJNlewlpa4SjNQ

I was banded in March 2013, and procrastinator that I am, have finally mustered the courage to join this site to seek the wisdom, honesty, camaraderie, and hope that I need to turn what I fear is a colossal failure into a journey of personal success, or at least get closer to that success than I am right now. I have approached my "post-op" life inadequately to say the least, and am hoping that it is not too late for me to turn things around and do it the right way. I realize, especially after reading the numerous stories noted here, I cannot be a passive bystander in this journey; I must take control and responsibility and stop thinking of my band as a quick fix that req…

Finally, I can see the end of this journey and the beginning of another. I get sleeved on 1-15-14. Dr. Heibling, Bismarck ND. Any tips on day before and day of would be greatly appreciated. Has anyone else had a long ride once released from hospital. I will have around a 5 hour ride. I'll post pics day before surgery. I'm keeping a personal journal. So hopefully I can keep you guys updated, along with that. Anyone else getting sleeved that day?

My journey has been long and difficult. I have a blog on another WLS site, are we allowed to post links? Thanks

Hi everyone! Just wanted to introduce myself to this forum. I just got back from my Seminar, and had a private consultation with UC Davis Bariatrics center. And as I have known all along I qualify for WLS, with the Co-morbidies I've struggled with for years. HBP I'm on 3 medications, I have sleep apnea and GERD. Like all of us I've attempted diet and exercise with moderate success, even spent a year on phentermine (speed as they should call it) felt like a tweaker.. Anyways weight came back more and more. So I agree with the Staff, I'm ready for a permanent change in my ways of eating, and I'm ready to make the sacrifices needed in exchange for a longer time stay on th…

Well I started going to the gym and I mean within 24 hours I seen a big decrease in blood sugar levels normally I am around 95 now Im in the 70's. basically I do at least thirty minutes aerobic including swimming. Im just starting out with the gym I hope to eventually go 5 days a week. mainly bicycle machine for 20 minutes then the elliptical machine for only 3 minutes my legs still need a lot of work. Then 4 laps in the pool which is roughly 15 minutes. I am in no rush with exercising because this is part of my lifetime lifestyle change. Basically Ill have some carbs and Protein before I workout then a Protein shake with some carbs for recovery. then almost 1 1/2 hours …

I saw a surgeon on Sept 10, for the first time and she gave me a list of things to do before surgery, one of which is lose 18 pounds and I'm all most there lol. The rest are all the testing and I'v done all that. No sleep apnea which I thought I would have but I guess not. My next appointment is February 11 where i will get my surgery date. I decided to go with the gastric bypass and I am really exited.

I can't believe that I actually got my date! January 13th will be the day I start my new life! I met with my new surgeon on Thursday and I actually didn't think I was going to get a date that day. I thought that he was going to make me jump through more hoops. But he was great! I actually like him better than the first one. He made me feel like I was somebody. Most doctors when you meet them you are very intimidated by them. Especially when all your life all the doctors say to you is you need to loose weight. He actually told me that he WANTED to do surgery on me. He said that he knows I will be a success story since I have already done everything I was asked to do. He ha…

Went to my primary care doctor today bc he wanted to see me after surgery. I was so excited he has decided I can start decreasing my bp meds for two weeks then quit tAking them I'm so happy that was one of my goals post op was to get off meds. I'm almost 9weeks out and have lost 42lbs post op and 15lbs pre op. Have been motoring bp for bout 3 weeks and its gotten lots better very low at times even.

For starters, I am examining the Dr suggested RNY. I'm 5"4'/350 with comorbidities that are shortening my life span and getting in the way of living and functioning. The list would go on. I'm 5"4'/350. I'm reaching out to the kind and to-the-point folks here. I'm in a therapy that grows and grows, but one thing my LCSWM can't seem to take me as serious as I wish her to be about my food Addiction. I binge drink.pop and coffee.I eat /drink (no caffeine or alcohol) to MAKE SURE my repressed memories (PTSD, Dissociative Disorder NOS) do not surface. I'm a fighter, a survivor, but I'm dead set against going that deep within myself. p.s.Memories don't HAVE to surface to …

Hi everyone! I have been working out more and more - cardio as approved by my doctor. Yesterday I was super exhausted from it and was hungry. It was a different kind of hunger, not the I want crap food and want to eat everything, but just I am drained and need something. I have been consistently around 700 calories per day and have the intention of getting it up to 1200 over the next few months per my nutritionists suggestion. Yesterday I ended up having two dinners separated by a couple of hours because of my hunger. I ended the day at 850 calories with 66 grams of carb, which is significantly more than usual. I feel like I should be ok with this, but I…

Highest Weight 235 Pre-op weight 220 Current weight 195 I'm down 3 pant sizes:) Surgery Dec 5, 2013 I just started mushy foods last Friday and it feels great to actually chew! Doing great getting Water and liquids in but struggling to get the 80 grams of Protein in. Trying to add unflavored Protein powder to my foods and drinks. Feel great! I feel like my energy level is higher, I'm gaining confidence, just got an amazing job offer at my dream company so I can leave my super stressful current job, I love being able to exercise without pain, put my shoes on easier, I had serious knee issues and the 40 lbs I lost has greatly lessened my knee pain. I don't feel de…

today I went for a checkup to see how things are going in 12 weeks I put on 1.2 kilos.. Very disappointed but will be using this to get back my motivation I am determined to loose 30 kilos this year!

I'm two weeks post op today. I noticed in my stool a blood. Very red/pink. I'm kind of nervous. Not sure if it has to do with the constipation or if I damaged myself. Any ideas?

I just cannot believe the miracle that this surgery has been. I truly feel blessed because I have not had a single problem, have lost 60 lbs in 3 months & i have finally found the confidence to leave a terrible man & start living my life. I feel like a new person! Pre-op weight & date: 323/Oct. 15 20013. Today: 261! I hope that life continues to be wonderful!

Well, this is a new chapter in my life. I am 64 and have been trying to lose weight since I was 13 when my mother took me to a diet doctor. I have been on every diet and medication and have lost and gained at least 1000 pounds. My body type is the same as all the women on my mothers side, I'm just bigger. I have been working toward the surgery since July, jumped through all the hoops and waiting now for the date. Pre-surgery protein shakes getting boring, I'm so glad I found this forum.

I was banded on jan 7th. I'm still recouping, but not as sore as yesterday. I did clear liquids the 1st two days. Today I started heavier drinks such as protein drink, milk, creamy soups. I'll stick with that the 1st two weeks. Anyone else in the same stage as me?

Hi, I was given my surgery date the other day and it seems like things are moving very fast and I'm starting to get nervous. I am 205lbs 5'3 and have a BMI of 36. I have moderate sleep apnea. At my heaviest I was 216 and with diet and exercise I lost almost 65lbs. I maintained a 50lb loss for almost 2yrs but in June I was involved in a serious car accident and have since gained about 50lbs. My concern is that I am taking drastic measures. I am afraid of dying and complications. I am afraid of never being able to enjoy eating again and I'm afraid that I won't be able to eat fruits and vegetables again. Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks

I just got the call today!!! So excited by nervous too! I start preop diet tomorrow and surgery on the 24th!

Hi I'm new to this site and was looking to see if there's anyone else thinking of getting the gastric bypass a second time? I'm 3 years out and have gained about half my weight back. Is it safe to do it twice ? I would appreciate it if anyone knew anyone who has done it twice and what was the outcome ... Thanks

I got my band on nov 5th and I'm just starting to get used to it now. My biggest problem is that I am in the habit of eating fast (my husband says I eat like a snake!!), and consequently don't chew my food enough. I'm having to learn to adapt to small mouthfuls that are well chewed! I've been sick quite a lot, as the big mouthfuls are painful and so I have to get them out. I'm concerned that being sick a lot may cause slippage of my band. I guess my timing was bad as I was just beginning to eat normally post op as Christmas came around, so despite the smaller portions, it was the usual Christmas food!! Does anyone have any tips on how they adapted to the change in ea…

i had surgery Oct. 18, 2013, Weighed 323. Today I weigh 289. Was suppose to get a fill on Dec 16, 2013 and didnt my dr. became ill and i still waiting to see what my next step is i am at a lost and feel myself eating more and not actually understanding what to eat and not eat and portion control can someone pls assist me.

I am glad to see there is a large number of fine folks to ask questions to on the good old interwebs.. I started at 400 pounds in Dec of 2011. I had enough and decided it's time to do something. I had talked to my Dr about it many times and he would say yeah yeah its a great idea but I had never pushed him. That December I made an appointment to specifically discuss getting the lapband and I am really glad that I did. Once I sat him down and told him i was serious he was ecstatic and seemed to pop to life. We talked about it for probably an hour and a half and he could not tell me enough how proud he was that I was taking the next step. He told me I have been telling y…

Hey everyone! I am new here and will be having the sleeve done in about 2 weeks just looking for good advice and a lil support

I have avmed of state of Florida an I have jumped all my hurdles for the last six months an saw my dr every month an got all bloodwork done,psych eval etc... Y'all wish me luck I am waiting on my phone call I hope I have a good weight loss story to tell like y'all.

Started the Optifast today!! Feeling SOO Hungry

SO EXCITED.

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When you guys have a sweet tooth!! What do you eat to get rid of it

Hey everyone, I just wanted to share with you, that on Saturday the 4th of January I married my soul mate. My choice to have vsg surgery has been one of the best health and wellness decisions I have ever made. On the day of my wedding just a few days shy of 6 months post op I was down 92 pounds from day of surgery. I went from a size 22-24, 286 pounds to 194 pounds and a size 14 wedding dress! I feel amazing! If there is anyone wondering if they should do it, I hands down thank that you should do it. The changes are amazing. Toasting to me, my new husband, my healthier life, and to all of you who have taken the plunge into this journey as well as those who are standing on…

1/29 is my date...super excited! Anyone else scheduled for the 29th??

Hello Everyone, I am new to this group and I am looking forward to sharing and the support of others who have made the same life change choice as I did. My problem right now is that I am 23 Days post-op and I have no appetite for anything whatsoever and it is difficult to get my Protein in. I've already been back to the hospital once due to dehydration and I would prefer not having to go back. Does anyone have any suggestions? One problem with the New whey. Protein Shots is that I smelled it before I attempted to drink it and it never made it down my throat. Now I'm at a loss!! I can do the powder Protein shakes but I find them very sweet and I'm not too into sweets…

Excited about this new path that my life has taken. Was extremely difficult at first, but definitely no regrets! My best to everyone that continues on this journey!

I am scheduled to be sleeved 2/24, and I want to ask my doctor if I can see the part he removes! Lol! That's the nurse in me. Anyone else have this desire? Did anyone get to see theirs?

Well I have 2 doctors down! . I got the go ahead from the cardiologist. I'm not sure about the psychiatrist eval though! She said she would call me within a week if there is a problem and she can't clear me for surgery. She said if I don't hear from them that's a good thing. I hope I don't hear from them! What exactly are they looking for anyhow?

So... Today was my 6th appointment with the nutritionist, pretty exciting right!!! How about not. As I went to my last appointment while talking to my nutritionist she informed me the O.R. Is booking 6 weeks out, not only that but because I was a smoker (haven't smoked in 60 except once) I gained like 27 pounds. I know have to see her (nutritionist) for another two months and lose 27lbs, I'm feeling so defeated, I just wanna cry

Hello Everyone, I am new to the site and thought it might be nice to document my story here and give and receive feedback from others who have had the surgery. My story probably begins like most of yours. I have battled weight issues all of my life. I was a fat kid, thinned down during my teen years a little, gained it all back in college plus some extra and spent all of my 20s and half of my 30s, 50-80lbs overweight. After years of struggling with all non medical methods, I decided to see a weight loss physician to get diet pills. After some up and downs with the diet pills, I finally got really serious and started slowly migrating to jogging from walking and managed…

So I've had all my clearance test I'm waiting for the results of my psychological exam which it is a problem because I'm bipolar among other mental illnesses and that worried about my mental health with the surgery I have my last dietitian appointment next Wednesday before they turn in my paperwork for approval with Medicare and I'm very nervous this is gone by very fast I had originally thought that I had 6 months from when I started but my insurance company requires 3 months my mental health has been very well for over a year now I'm working hard at that I'm starting to get anxious sensitive scared my main reason for doing this is because I have a large chest that needs…

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