Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

Did the pre op testing yesterday. I've been doing a 1200 calorie diet for 2 weeks now. Now I start on a more restricted diet: v8, oatmeal, cottage cheese, soups, sugar free jello, protein shakes. I can only eat those foods but I have to get in 80 grams of protein. Upper GI on Saturday. Anyone else in this stage of the process?

I had the vertical sleeve in September 2010.. After losing 110 pounds very fast I hit my first plateau.. I know, 110 pounds WOW!! But not wow, I haven't been able to get over that plateau and I recently gained 10 pounds back!! I need serious help!! How do I get more weight off?? I'm very unhappy with my results and would love to lose another 50 pounds.. Does anyone have any secrets they can share with me, PLEASE????

I think I've started to think that the band is the way to go. I just am curious because it is such a new procedure, how many of you had it and what kind of complications you may have encountered. Also, it is reversible, correct?

It went really good! I had an EKG and with great results and he said my heart sounds real good! He said he is clearing me for surgery. He is having me go for an echocardiogram on Friday and then I see him again on the 7th. I am nervous because my appointment with him is at 1:15 and then I have my psych eval that day at 3 at a different location. So, I need to figure out how to get from one place to the other! That stresses me out! . I wish everything was in my own town because i would be familiar!! I was really disappointed! When I weighed myself a couple weeks ago I was at 278 and when they weighed me I was at 290. Ugh!!

Hello Everyone!! This week makes 4 weeks since I had my Revision surgery from lap band to VSG! When I started my weight loss surgery I weighed 250 lbs. The day of my revision I weighed 208.6 lbs. Last week I weighed 195 lbs, on Monday I weighed in at 192lbs. So far after revision I have lost 16.6 lbs slow but steady! I'm relearning how to eat. It is very different from the lap band! I hope everyone is doing great!! Happy new year!!

Hello! I have been interested in Lap Band for about a year and a half, but this past July I finally made the step to seek out a doctor and begin the visits. My doctor ended up closing his office in my city so I have been having to drive 2 hours to every appointment. I almost gave up and looked for a closer doctor but I had already done 2 or 3 of my necessary 6 month appointments per my insurance so my mom talked me into not switching and starting over. But now my surgery is scheduled for December 30, 2 1/3 hours away from my home and well I am going to go through it but it has become way more expensive than I thought, for me as a single mom. I am kinda hoping that after …

10 pounds to go until I reach the weight I lied about on my driver's license! HaHa!

Happy new year to all the sleevers!

I was approved by my insurance yesterday! Surgery will be in less than 3 weeks! This has been a long journey, but I am super excited!!

Protein anything makes me feel really bad! Is there any other way to get protein in, even the protein bars makes me nauseous. I know its important; but my goodness this stuff is horrible. I was sleeved on 12/2/13 I've lost 24lbs and the scale is now at a stand still SW 243lbs CW 219lbs. Ok what that had to do with protein. Bahaaaa... someone please help.

I'm 5 days Post Op! Has anyone had a experience with their voice changing. I'm finding myself speaking as if I have a strong congestion & a sore throat. But there is no congestion or sore throat... Weird!

January 7 seems so far away, but I know it's so close. I'm ready for my new journey! I'm ready to be able to sit on the floor and not have to worry about looking like a beached whale while trying to get up. Haha!! I'm ready to go to the gym and know there's going to be progress this time. I'm ready to be able to go shopping at regular stores and have options. so much to look forward to!!

I am 5'8 sleeved on 11/13/12 started at 267 current weight 199 lowest weight in October 2013 was 193 I gained 6 lbs during the holidays need to get back on track still have 30 more lbs to my goal weight I am happy with my results thus far but still need to keep working on it I am going to start the 5 day pouch test on Monday to get back on track I want to reach my 30 lb loss by end of May 2014

Know you have heard most everyone complain at one time or another of hair loss, but I never dreamed it would be this severe!! Really?!?! Am I going to be bald?! :*-(

I am a newbie to posting here - actually to posting anywhere, but here is my story. It took me almost a year to be certain this surgery was the path for me and to get through the preparation. I had my sleeve surgery on 12/3/13 and was completely confident that it was the right decision for me. I started to feel better as soon as I started on Optifast, which my surgeon requires for two weeks prior to surgery. I was disappointed that I only lost 15 pounds because I have seen on this forum where many people lost a lot more. My surgery went well, and my only issue was mild nausea, but I only spent one night in the hospital. My surgeon requires 2 weeks of full liquids follow…

I joined this amazing forum today, as I stumbled upon it as I was concluding my research as I start my liquid Diet tomorrow, I am excited... I deal with a bit of Anxiety but ironically the anxiety hasn't hit me! I think I am tired of being tired! My mind is made up, I'm not sure if I'm mentally ready, so I'm not going to think i'm just going to DO! If any of you would love to follow my progress or if you don't mind me following yours send me a friend request on Facebook @Lupe Rose and or ad me as a friend here, I would love the company on my Journey! Good Luck to all of you. I appreciate any encouragement in advance. Best Lupe

Ok so I am a nurse and scheduled for sleeve surgery 2/24. Being in the medical field makes these things a little more difficult as I sometimes know too much for my own good. So as far as drains post op, I have been very apprehensive questioning my surgeon too much about it. He had mentioned to me that he does not leave an NG tube (tube up the nose into the stomach) or a drain unless necessary. So my question is, what kind of drains did you guys have? Is it common to have a Foley (catheter in the bladder)? Thanks everyone!

Hello is there anyone put there that is 2 years or more post sleeve? If so I need help. I'm stuck at 75#. I have 30 more to go . I have been cross fitting for the last 1 1/2 years 3 days a week and cardio 3 other days. But the weight won't come off. Any suggestions?

Post-op abt a month away from getting my surgery date looking for buddies in my area!

Does anyone else have the urge to just guzzle down a bottle of water? When do you have to stop sipping?

Heeeeyyyy guys well im about 6 months post op and doing awesome hw 294 preop 277 sw 265 cw 201 omg soooooo close to Onederland I cn taste it lol how r u guys!!!!!!

I had my six-week follow up with my local doctor yesterday – to say I’m happy is an understatement. Although I’ve complained about my weight loss in other posts and lamented about being a slow loser, I am happy with the way things are going. I don’t use my doctor’s numbers to track my weight because it’s inconsistent – they weigh with clothes on, sometimes shoes on (depends on the nurse), I wore heavy jeans yesterday compared to lighter capris the last time, etc. I use my Thursday weigh-ins on my home scale to track my loss. So, I’m down almost 41.8 pounds from my high weight and 24 since surgery. Wow! Writing that is surreal. My body fat has been decreased by 5%…

Finally...198!

Hi! I was wondering what made you choose gastric bipass over the sleeve? I have a consultation with the surgeon on Jan 15th and I want to do one or the other! I'm not sure which one yet! I would love some feedback. Thanks!

Eating right doing Zumba one foot in front of the other one step at a time!

I'm in my 3rd week in or pureed foods. Is it me or did any body think about shepherd pie pureed.. I've but have not gone throw with it. going to wait for the soft foods.

Sleeved sept6,2013 lost about 50pounds! Having a lot of heartburn

I do apoligize to anyone because i mistakely put my information under the lap band and it should be under the gastric sleeve. My name is Sherry and I had the lap band done in 2010 and had to have it removed in January 2011 because of complications. So then i did some more research on the Gastric Sleeve and i had that done on April 16 2013 went from 310 lbs to my current weight of 236 and right know i am looking for people that i can chat with to hear there story and motiviation and helpful information that i may be able to use. Looking for snack ideas there was one i found is to put sliced bananas in the freezer and use Peanut Butter on them i heard it is very good. I…

I had my gastric bypass just over a week ago and I am struggling to sleep for more than. 2 hours at a time before waking up for 2-3 hours. Has anyone else experienced this? Any suggestions?

My name is Sherry Milledge and I am from Ashley Mich and I had my surgery on April 16th of this year, and i think i am doing great started out at 310lbs and i am down to 236 but one of my biggest problems is motivation and looking for freinds to chat with that had the same procedure done. I am looking for variety of Snacks to munch on also menu planning of what i am going to eat for the following day. Just found out that i have capulitis inboth of my feet and it is very painful but i am doing 6 laps on my treadmill in 32.50 minutes and i dont think that is to bad. Looking forward to chatting with anyone

Hello everyone! I am wondering, is there anyone who was diagnosed with sleep apnea a couple years ago, before you had to do the sleep study for surgery? I had my sleep study done in 2011, and was diagnosed then with sleep apnea. I have a Cpap machine! I have an appointment with the pulmonologist who read my test on the 16th of jan. I'm wondered and worried that he will make me go through another sleep study. What do you think? I sure hope I don't have to!

Hi. I'm Lauren. I had surgery on December 20th. I have lost 14 lbs my weight currently is 245. I'm just not sure if I'm doing the right things. I have read several blogs and I havnt lost that much weight compared to others. I'm unable to get protein shakes in some some unknown reason I'm lactose intolerant now. My energy level seems okay but still very tired. I would love some tips from anyone. Thank you so much!

Hello! My name is Jamie and I'm from Manitoba, Canada. (-39 here today...yay!) I have been diagnosed with endometriosis, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and I'm insulin resistant. I just turned 30 on Xmas eve, I'm married and because I'm infertile, hubby and I foster. We have three wonderful children 13, 7, and 4. I'm currently in school working towards my Masters in Social Work. I have a wonderfully fulfilling life; however, at my peak I weighed 256lbs. I was always tired and frustrated with my weight as we eat relatively healthy as a family. Early in 2013 I told my husband I wanted a gastric sleeve and did a ton of research. We found that Mexico would be the best option,…

3 months post op today and 65 pounds lighter I feel great

Hello my name is Toria-Mom2ppd, I started my journey Dec 3rd (pre-op diet) and Dec 17th date of surgery. This experience has been great thus far. I have had no complicatios and I feel as if I have second chance at getting this thing called life right. All my life i have been heavier than the average Jane. As an adult my weight would fluctuate between 215 & 250. I know wide range, but hey it's my truth. After giving birth to my 3rd child my body just would not cooperate. I dieted and exercised like crazy and my weight would move mere 4 lbs. I had had enough. I was always active and loved to workout but i am a larger framed girl and this time my body was not handling w…

I ate a piece of sweet potatoe pie and the next day had a small slice of German chocolate cake only 4 the holiday will not make it a habit oh & a cup of wine 4 sips I was feeling tipsy almost drunk I don't like alcohol anymore wish I could say the same about sweets & btw I'm 8 months post op start weight 215 current weight 149

Which is totally what you want to hear. So I go to my primary care provider Thursday to get a medical clearance. Stupid heart.

I'm 7weeks out tomorrow and since I had gotten dehydrated 3weeks ago I feel urge to go pee but when I go its just a slow trickle. Its strange anyone else have this issue or know why I maybe?

I ev 1 I was sleeved dec 17 so I am 10 days post op. Down 25 pounds since surgery. My nut says are you getting down your protein shakes? Me: no they are disgusting. Nut: ok here is a brand that is fantastic!!!!! I swear you'll love it!!! It's called nectar protein. So I go to vitamin shoppe to get it and mix it with water almost threw up. As a matter of fact I started gagging. Now I'm turned off. But I need this protein any suggestions? I swear I wanna do right. So hard. But i am killing the crabs. Love love love it!!!!!!!!!

I'm 4 weeks post op and have lost 27 lbs. I've been the same weight for over 10 days!!! I thought the first three months you drop significantly. What is this?!?!

This is my first day on this cite. I had been following and posting on the lap band cite but when I had my consultation at the bariatric center at the hospital I found out they were not real positive about the lap band and really suggest the gastric bypass. After talking to the nurse and doctor I no longer want the lap band and am now on the way to gastric bypass. I had been so focused on the lap band I don't know a lot about gastric bypass. The one big difference is that the friends and family I confided in about the lap band surgery were very supportive but when I say I am now thinking about gastric bypass they are not supportive at all. I am approved for the su…

Often here people use the term "slip" as some sort of rationale for making a decision to eat something. It is an old term that in the 12-step world is used....but is inappropriate. By definition a "slip" is. 1.an act of sliding unintentionally for a short distance. synonyms: false step, misstep, slide, skid, fall, tumble ! a fall to a lower level or standard. OR. 2. a minor or careless mistake. synonyms: mistake, error, blunder, gaffe; If I were to eat a meatball that was filled with bread and didn't know it, that would be a slip; if I were drink a beverage I thought was sugar free, but wasn't, that's a slip. But to make an intentional decision to eat a…

Hey everyone! I'm currently 6 days post op and still on clear liquids til next Monday! Did anyone else struggle with being on clear liquids for so long? I've already lost 16 pounds but I just want a bite of food.

I got my I-band last week and had hernia surgery at the same time. I am 100 pounds over weight and worried that I will fail. I have wanted the help to get healthy for over 20 years and just now could get it. I feel so lost because there is on one in my area to talk to about what I am going through. Is anyone else feeling this lost? I constantly question anything I eat and drink. I was gave a list and I stick to it but I still feel like I am doing it wrong. PLEASE IF ANYONE HAS ANY SUGGESTIONS OR ADVICE LET ME KNOW. Today is the first time that I have been real hungry, so bad that my stomach is growling and everyone can hear it. Will this get better when I finally do g…

Hello all it's been a while. Just wanted to check in and update on my progress. Sleeved in April and I'm feeling more fit than ever. I have so much more energy and stamina. I'm starting to like the reflection in the mirror. I'm no supermodel but I'm closer to my fitness goals than ever. Here's my most recent bikini pic. Just gotta flatten and tighten that tummy and firm up those thighs now.

I have lost so much have its a shame I am now 8 months out the shedding has slowed down like 2months ago I've always had a shedding prob but never like this thank god they make wigs I take biotin I don't know what else 2 do any suggestions

Hello everyone! I attended the initial seminar on Oct. 8th, where I was surrounded by people that wanted to know how long after the surgery did they have to wait until they could eat pizza and burgers again. I was like WTH! Get me out of here! I was looking for a support group filled with people who wanted to change...not wanting to stay the same. I survived the seminar, learned all of the procedures available, and have decided on the gastric sleeve. I have my first exercise and nutrition class on Monday, December 16th, and my 1st surgical consult with my surgeon on the 19th. I got very lucky! I'm looking forward to getting started. Can anyone share with me what take…

As previously posted, I'm a band to bypass conversion on 10/10. I have no restriction and yet my my x-rays are 'fine' and 'normal'. I have an appointment with my surgical team next week and need to go in there with the right info. On my initial consultation, the bariatric nurse told me the new stomach would be the size of a lime - she held one up! I've read various posts, all sorts of medical reports and articles and I'm more confused than ever ... so I thought I'd ask the people who've been through it ... you guys! Please can you tell me how big the new stomach post rny should be? Or how much it should hold? I realise I'll get different answers but when I ask h…

Hello! I was just wondering if there is anyone else out there with a blog (like from wordpress or blogger) chronicling their weight loss surgery. I am getting a LapBand so I have a particular interest in blogs from others with the band, but all types of weight loss surgery blogs are still relevant. I've been looking around online for blogs but it seems there aren't many that are current and post regularly. So leave a comment and tell me about your blog or blogs you know of! Thanks Here's a link to my blog, feel free to check it out: http://blissfullybanded.wordpress.com/

Hello all, I am a week post op from my gastric bypass surgery at Forest Park Dallas. I have lost 10 pounds so far and I am now pain free. I am amazed at the progression I have made in such a short time. I could not be happier, and I am ready for this journey to begin. I have been heavy all my life, and was the kind of girl who was always told, "You have such a pretty face, if you could just lose some weight." I was always thankful that if I had to be fat, at least I was pretty!! I am the "healthy fat" person; no diabetes, BP, cholesterol, heart issues at all. Most of the reason I chose to have the surgery was pure vanity. I have never been able to shop in a normal sto…