Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

I went into Mercy hospital Rockville center long island on Monday 8/5th . They took me set me up in a bed and waited. Was a little nervous. Saw the one who knocks me out saw the dr. Ready to roll. Woke up in pain. They gave me a button to press that releases medicine (morphine) and while still half out I heard them say how many times did she press the button within 1 hr. I heard the lady say 18. 18?? Don't you think you should give her more if she pressed it 18 times. They did and finally much better. 2 hours later they put me in a room with a nurse who made no conversation. She put on the leg compressors and left me for a few hrs. When a new nurse came in she said the co…

Yesterday was my 5 month anniversary and I am a total of 92 lbs down. Weight loss has definitely slowed but have about 60 to go

I am certain I need this surgery. I am certain that I am going to get this surgery. I am certain I will be healthier in critical ways after this surgery. But I am not at all certain that I will be happier after this surgery. My name is Dee, but if you call me Devichan I'll answer. I've used it as a nickname for years. I'm 41 years old, a mother of two (ages 16 and 7), poly, married, pagan, geeky, techie woman. I love my smile, my eyes, and my curves. I love to knit, play roleplaying games, watch football, and geek about Doctor Who (sometimes all at the same time!) I'm owned by three cats (Echo, a tuxedo female, and tortoiseshell littermates River and Kaylee), all of who…

Getting very nervous now! Next Tuesday 13th I'm getting banded! I'm trying very hard not to catastrophise things but I'm having very strange taughts! Maybe ill die on the table, maybe wen the doc goes into keyhole my liver mightened be ready. Anyway I'm really excited but so nervous!

I'm planning my surgery for Dec 2013 and am currently going through my pre op clearances. I have questions to ask.. and want to good.. bad.. and ugly answes.. who's willing to share??

Well, just came from my PCP's office and I am a fuming!!! He just informed me that he considers my weight loss surgery a miserable failure and he's not going to recommend it to anyone else. I've been hovering between 216/217 For the last few days. Well, I didn't take my normal water pill that I take daily because I don't like to take it until 'm home and near the bathroom. Anyhow, I weighed 220 on his scale this morning which of course I was upset over as well. I was OK until he called me a failure at this WLS and he also said it's ridiculous if you have to keep going for fills and you're still not losing fast enough. Well, I had enough of his negative talk and blasted b…

Hello all; this web site was very informative and supportive in my Gastric sleeve journey. So I am sharing here some information that would be helpful to all: Gender: Male Age: 40 Height: 173 CM (5.6 feet) Weight at day of Surgery: 259 Pounds (117.5 Kg) Weight today August 8th 2013: 207.4 Pounds ( 94.1 Kg) Surgery date: 15-5-2013 Surgent: Dr. Hekmat Mattar - Abu Dhabi - Highly recommended - an amazing doctor food intake: between 400 and 1000 cal's depending if am excising or not that day. I am practically eating everything except sweets, sugar, and bread). I am still eating them, but quantities are close to nothing on a weekly basis. Water intake: 1 to 2 liters…

Hello! I am new here and hope to be able to use this group as a great place for advice! The whole process is moving pretty fast for me, I met with the surgeon in mid-July and since I am self pay they were able to fast track all of my tests/appointments. I still have to attend two support group meetings, which will be done by August 20th and I hope to have my surgery in September! My main motivation for doing the surgery is to hopefully relive my chronic migraines...I have had migraines daily for about 4.5 years now and just want some relief! Anyone else with migraines...if so, did you get relief after surgery???

I've been reading the boards and read something about cheating on diets. I thought that once you have the band you can't eat more then 1/2 to 1cup. How can someone overeat? And, if someone overeats are you stretching out your stomach again? If you overstretch your stomach is going on a liquid diet for a couple days and soft foods for couple days going to shrink the stomach back up? I'm getting this done so that I don't go back to my old habits of overeating again. I didn't realize you can go back to your old habits.

I started my new journey on May 13, 2013 weighting my highest weight ever 244 lbs and 5'2 inches. I had my sleeve done on June 12, 2013 and I must admit at first I felt like what the heck did I do because I could not eat the way i use to. Now, I would not trade it for the world!!!! Today at weigh in I was 199.6 lbs and I feel like I'm floating on air I am just soooooo EXCITED. At first I could not see it for a long time, then my sweet daughter asked to take my picture this mornind and I actually see the difference. I am truly rocking my SLEEVE!!!!! April 2013 on family cruise Aug 6th and 7th

I am very new to blogging and just downloaded this app today. I am having a revision of my realize band to the gastric sleeve. I am Very interested in the conversations and the information we all can share. Currently I still have my lap band It was placed October 21, 2008 And am expecting to have it revised hopefully within a month or less. I got an EGD done to take pictures to find out about my constant nausea vomiting and sliming . It showed my stomach was perfectly fine everything like that no problems except for a few ulcers. It turned out to be The esophagitis and H. pylori And so I started the course of treatment and had my band completely unfilled the same tim…

Ppl my day is finally here and the jitters are finally creeping up also!

This is Sandras daughter, Haley. I thought I'd inform everyone on her surgery. She just got out, everything went well. Because of her scar tissue from her appendix surgery, it was ripped all over the place and it was hard for them to see the stomach. They did have to cut her open instead of putting 4 holes. It was suppose to take 2 hours, but it took 7 hours. Continue to pray for her. She will get out of here either Saturday, maybe Monday. Thank you, Haley

Glad to report I had my 6 month weigh in today (6 months isnt until 8/22 though) and I am down 85 lbs! I originally wanted to be down 100 lbs but oh well. Ill take it! Feeling great!

Quote Have you tried the 5 day pouch test? www.5daypouchtest.com I am beginning the 5day pouch test today and its only 5 pm and I have a headache and dying to munch on something. I started the test because I've been stalled for two months! Sleeved on nov 20th 2012 and I've only lost 60 lbs. any suggestions to get me through the test?

Hi I am Patty, age 55, 3 grown kids, 2 grandchildren. 5+ years colon cancer free (yeah yeah), severe sleep apnea, diabetics and a personal loathing of my body - led me down the path for about a 7 month pre-op period to my destination of July 25. 2013 when I was sleeved. Literally went all the way through the process, out for the surgery, without any guarantees they could even do it due to scar tissue from colon cancer surgeries. I just knew I had to do everything in my power to get there, even if the outcome was not good. I woke up on the other side, not only sleeved, but they were able to do it laprascopically, scar tissue was more south and everything was wonderfu…

Im 5'5 and weighted 258 lbs when i first begin to look into the lapband program. i kept putting it off. so i decided to try the per op diet before i see the surgeon. on July the 15th i weight in at 226 lbs. my surgery date was set for july 30th. on july 30th i weigh in at 211.5 lbs. as of today i have not lost one pound. kind of discourage. so as of today I'm taking back the torch. i went on a 1 1/2 mile walk this morning. i get my first fill Thursday. i have to take control..

Hello all, its been awhile since I posted anything, summer comes, everyone is busier, etc. But also another thing-depression is back and worse than ever. Quite awhile ago I had posted on this same topic. I had been seeing a great psychiatrist for depression and anxiety for about 3 years prior to my surgery, and everything was very well controlled and he was in favor of me having my gastric bypass surgery. After the surgery, I made the mistake of deciding I was in such a good place, losing weight, feeling great about everything. I decided to stop seeing my doctor and gradually wean off the meds I had been on for years. BIG mistake on my part, which I can readily admit now.…

I love myself again, that's as plain and simple as I can say it! August 2nd was my 1 year mark and I am down 138 pounds as of this morning. LIFE IS GOOD! I'd like to lose another 40-50 pounds to really get the results I want. The sleeve was the tool I needed so desparately and it has worked just as I hoped it would. I got my life back. I got me back. I am happy again. I am full of life again. There are SOOO many positive things to list. I couldn't even fathom that I would be this happy a year ago. Yea, I thought I'd lose weight, but in the back of all our minds we are still self-doubting, self-sabotaging, etc., etc., etc. but I really didn't think I would end …

Hi guys. I am new here but I would like to ask how you chose the sleeve and what your experience has been? I had my first appointment with my surgeon today and the surgery is scheduled for sept 10. However, I went there thinking I was going to get the lap band and my Surgeon said he would do it but he would prefer the sleeve. Any information/advice you could give would be greatly appreciated! I look forward to hearing from you.

Today is my day for gastric sleeve...I feel nauseous BEFORE I have surgery, lol! Any prayers would be appreciated. Thank you to this community for being a wealth of information and support.

hi, im new here. i was just banded on july 16th 2013. had one dr. appt. so far. dr. shumacher in kettering ohio. i lost 8 lbs. the 1st two weeks, was happy about that. i get my first fill on mon, aug 12th. i really am eating too much right now. i am such a food addict. i need willpower , i am off work til the 14th of aug. i hope that helps cos all this time at home is drivin me nuts. i think about food so much. i hope and pray the fill will help. i really think my brain is what should have been operated on! why can they not just stick a microchip or something in there that makes me only like salmon and bean sprouts? anyway, wish me luck on this journey. i need that …

Hello I am new to this site I have been looking but this is my first post. I was sleeved July 29th and it was the best decision I made. The first day and half was rough because I was nauseous. I do still have pain in my left side from the incision sight. All in all I am doing well and happy I can now start to eat some real food. Oh yeah I have lost 18 pounds in a week how awesome I'm loving my sleeve. So far I have lost 42 lbs (24) with the doctor assisted diet and the liquid diet. My stat are 6ft hw 377.5 dos 353.4 cw 336.4

Ok, tomorrow is the big day! I want any advice you guys can give me. What should I expect? Feel? Pain level? I have had a c-section before. Taking medicine after? Nervous!!! Plano, Tx with Dr. Nick Nicholson

I'm always sooooo anxious these days, I don't think i've ever wanted anything more!!! I feel like I'm always in limbo. I'm waiting for a surgery date now, then I have to wait for the surgery...blah...blah...blah!!! Just a little Monday night rant!!! Lol, how is everyone?!

First day back at work and feel like I never had surgery. I'm feeling great. Actually feel hungry for the first time in two weeks. I guess cause I'm up and moving around. We will see how I feel tonight. I've been REALLY thirsty al day. Good way to get my water in.

I recently joined this site and was horribly depressed. I listened to those who responded and prayed about it and decided to start off with the basics. I began full liquids today. I have stayed focused taking in my protein drinks AND vitamins. I went to the store and bought easy to go shakes and products so it is convenient with my work schedule. I will weigh tomorrow because I was short on time, but I feel great and focused . I want to thank everyone for support ! I am also going to call my surgeon and set up that APPOINTMENT! Thanks! I will keep up informed on how I am doing

Still feel like I can't get much down and feel every swallow go into my stomach. Does this go away? Oh and everything tastes gross and makes me feel nauseated. How were you at two days out ?

How long did you wait to eat fruit and/or veggies? I'm afraid to eat both. I guess cause I don't know how my new stomach will take it.

I have always been heavy. I was a closet eater, a binger & a boredom eater. I had reached 350 pounds and I had accepted I would be morbidly obese for the rest of my life. One day my dad asked me if I'd be interested in weight loss surgery. We went to the seminar and scheduled a consultation. I had my surgery 11/21/12 at only 19 years old. My highest weight was 350 pounds. I am currently 180 pounds. I feel better than ever and hope to be inspiration to people who feel there is no hope for a healthy life.

Has anyone had Dr. Webb as their surgeon in Jacksonville Florida and had their surgery at Memorial Hospital? I have meet my surgeon once and liked him, but want to more about him. I'm now just waiting on my approval from the ins co and a date..

I am new here, checking everything out and have come for the support. I've been in weight watchers for years and found the support helpful and uplifting. I am hoping to find similar support here. I do not want to continue going to weight watchers as it is at work and I don't want to talk about my lapband all the time there as I lose weight and they want to promote their plan. Their plan has worked for me in the past, and I'm sure it would again, but I'm on a timeclock in order to get back surgery before I do permanent damage to myself. I am keeping my online tools though, for the recipes, the articles and such...at least until I am comfortable letting that part of my…

I know everyone uses different exercising methods but I am curious to know what works best for you? I use the treadmill only because I am short and it's the only machine that I don't have to over adjust just to work it.

Well, everything is starting to feel real, all the tests done, meetings done and tomorrow I start my 2 week preop diet. I actually started drinking some shakes last week for breakfast each morning. Tomorrow though, it starts for real and I couldn't be more excited about it! 2 weeks from today I will have my surgery and can't wait! I am definately looking forward to my new life and all it has to offer! Then, 3 weeks after mine, my wife will be having hers. That makes it even better!!

For the first time in more than 3 years, I'm back in the 200s! Whoa lol Starting weight was 348 Date of surgery weight was 336 Current transitional weight is 299.6 Woohoo

Can't believe in 9 days I will be going in for RNY... I'm ready & nervous @ the same time.... Any tips?

I was banded 7/29/13 and as I heal it feels like when I stand up the band shifts into position. Has anyone else experienced this?

Just spoke to my coordinator she is doing my insurance submitt today! Keep me in our thoughts and prayers.

Hi all im jen;) having my sleeve surgery in long island ny this sept! Im so nervous!!! Anyone have any helpful hints? Thanks;)

I've never been nervous about a surgery before, but I'm freaking out a little about this one. Don't know why. Maybe because such a massive change goes along with it. Maybe because my stress level was thru the roof because of a close friend that flipped out over me having it yesterday. Maybe cuz I just don't feel well having been on this pre op diet. Whatever the reason, prayers please for calm and for everything to go safely and smoothly.

And so it begins. Noticed increasing hair loss in last few days and today BIG lots going down the plug... Am I sad? Yup, I love my hair. Am I going to freak out? Nope. Knew it was likely, irrespective of what protein/vitamins/biotin/water I have taken since the surgery. I suppose that as there's no such thing as a free lunch, there's always a price to pay for something that is working for me as well as my sleeve is. Have lost hair before when taking a chemo drug (although hope not to lose my eyelashes this time!), so been here before and hair recovered. Like everything in life, this too will pass... So as I watched the hair swirl away this morning, I thanked it for ma…

I had my first apt with my new doc today. I've had my band for over 5 years & have not used it for over 3 years. I am waiting to have a fluoroscopy done & will have my first fill 7/5. Im scared, nervous & excited. I hope I can be successful this time around.

Hi everyone, my name is Stephanie. I'm 22 years old and I had my surgery on 7/10/13. So I'm three weeks out. I'm so glad to have found this community and I'm excited to give and receive support and advice from future and past RNY patients.

hi guys just had gallbladder removed last week that went better then expected next is RNY at the end of the month can have it sooner but want to heal up first. I was just wondering about the pain levels from the RNY surgery if it is at all like the gall surgery witch i think was a piece of cake the only meds i took for that was two tylenol thanks for the info and looking forward to the next step

What should I take to the hospital the day of surgery? Anyone know?

Hello everyone. I had my lap band done on July 30th at the Maple Surgical Centre. I paid for all the costs and it was the best investment I've made in my life because I chose the right place. It took about three hours and I was out walking. I had some pain for the first two days and now the pain is very slight now and soon it will disappear. In the first meeting with Shannon, I was 289 pounds. Today, I am 262 pounds. Thank you Dr. John Bracken,

Had anyone lost their eyebrows after surgery? Since they say you lose your hair I was wondering if eyebrows are included !!

I decided to get weightloss surgery after being over 250 lbs for 5 years with several failed diet attempts. I had hypertension, GERD, and fertility issues. I started off weighing 285. By the time I had surgery I was down to 268 lbs from my pre-surgery diet. Had my 4cc lapband done on 5/17/2006 in Omaha, NE. First fill 6/2006. .5 cc. Lost 30 lbs. by 6/2006. Got pregnant 7/2006. Yay fertility issue solved....faster than I had planned....but yay!! Had my son 3/2007. 228 lbs. postpartum. Had second fill done 6/2007. 1cc. Got pregnant AGAIN 11/2007. Um fertility issue solved...yay? Another baby? Really? Ok. Had to empty band this time due to complications. Moved to Texas 2/…

Hello! I am new to this site , but I need some help... I had the sleeve surgery in December 2010. I did great lost over 100 pounds. My work is so busy, so I eat fast. I can eat anything. I would have some reflux but now I could probably eat a whole small pizza. I exercise but I have become very depressed. I feel I messed up my surgery. I know when I drank liquids I did great it was when I introduced solid foods that my weight changed. I am up 50 pounds. I am a mess. I am not giving up though. I was afraid to go back to my dr because I did not want to disappoint. I know when I had my initial upper GI they had to use dye. I felt great until I had my hysterectomy. Well anyw…

3 more days until I start the new me!!! I'll post an update post-op Wed. Anyone else this week?