Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

Hey I' m finally getting my operation after years in the works. I'm 320 right now and although I want to lose weight, I can't really imagine myself " unround" lol. I find myself checking women out saying " I wouldn't mind being that size or is it possible for me to be that size?" I think I'm driving myself crazy....

I know I'm might get **** for this!! It's exciting but is it normal .... Doing everything I'm suppose too and doing 60-80 protein a day plus water and vitamins!! Ideas?!?!?

I am new and also considering the lap band. I would appreciate some feedback as what to expect and are you happy with your decision. I am 30 yrs old, my BMI is 39.2 and I'm insulin resistant, with shortness of breath episodes. So I'm not sure if I would qualify for the surgery.

I am reading through some of the threads and I am so glad I found this app. I am being banded next week and you all are answering a lot of my questions.

Hi all! Im thinking about having the sleeve done. Ive done reserch and my doc says im a canadate and will help with whatever i need.....i guess i want to know from real people the good and the bad.

Hi everyone! So, I'm a 30 something, single, female waiting to find out about insurance approval- my clinic said probably by Friday... I have diabetes and high cholesterol so I hope it'll go through. I'm anxious and nervous and worried lol I'm so ready to start and feel like I'm going thru some kind of "goodbye" to favorite foods. I've been researching and reading everything I can find. I feel confident this is right for me and think I'm ready to make those changes I need to... Just ready to stop waiting and go! Looking for a good support team- I want to do this right and use it as the tool that it is to becoming healthy... So just an intro... good to meet everyone

There are different things that spark a person's interest in having weight loss surgery. I can honestly say there were different instances that began my journey, but I can't exactly remember which one. What I can remember is finally saying to myself that I I need to do something about this weight I'm carrying around. I was initially interested in the lap band and began that process around 2010. I did everything I was supposed to until a meeting with the psych doc pushed everything back. It wasn't because I was crazy, it had to do with the fact I was on medication for anxiety and she felt I was a risk. I decided after going through all the appointments, that I would lose t…

Anyone else a patient at the True Results place at Med Center. I am and I met the surgeon today and he was amazing. Any feedback or we can make this our own support group.

Got on the scale this morning and hit my 60 lbs mark. Sugery was Aug. 1st. I never in my wildest dreams thought I would be at this point. It's starting to slow just a bit but I'm so content with that now. I can't remember when I was at this weight. Maybe when I got married almost 30 years ago. This has been the best decision I've ever made! It's been alot of hard work but boy oh boy has it paid off. I work in 10 lb increments and that seems to be a very manageable way of looking at it. Watch out 70 lbs, here I come!!!

Hi Everyone! I'm Teka, live in Pittsburgh. I just got my date its official for Jan 9th! Really, excited and nervous. I found out about this app through someone on Instagram lol so here I am, and taking notes. I have seen some really great things on here. looking forward to adding to it. I know this will play a big role in my recovery since I am also new to my area and family is far away. Every little bit counts =]

Well, after 2 years of contimplating this I went for my consultation today!!!! The amazing thing is that I have really good insurance and and was pre-approved (of course pending pre-op consults) and scheduled surgery for January 11th. Wow, now what? It is it normal to have the fears of the worst things that could happen run through your mind? That is what has held me up for the last 2 years, now it is a reallity and it makes those fears grow. Of course the reason for the fears are the exact same reasons I want to go ahead with surgery, family, health etc..... If someone can let me know this is normal and everyone goes through it, maybe I can rationalize it a little b…

I just got my band done 6 days ago. It's been quite an adjustment. I hate this liquid diet. I feel like I am starving!!

Let me start by acknowledging that I know I'm lucky that I haven't had any issues before now. Today's dinner of just over an ounce of baked salmon and 3 slices of pre packaged apple slices with a tsp of peanut butter pretty much sent my mouth sliming almost immediately. About ten minutes later, up she came. The bright side? I was impressed with how well I chewed my dinner.

In getting myself excited about the upcoming journey, I've decided to list some things I can't wait to say good bye to forever! the plus size section: though its been a necessity, they never have clothing that fits my stylish personality. ready to wear the stuff I circle in my magazines Triple D bras: Although people pay for breast this size, I'm a living witness that they do a number on one's lower back. Besides paying $70-$100 for one bra that isn't even all that cute, I can finally wear dressy shirts to work that don't look so provocative Dieting! This probably should've been #1 on my list. Thank goodness to get rid of all the pills and fads and plain ol falling …

Just got home a little while ago. So glad to be out of the hospital. I'm very tired and sore, and dealing with gas pains and occasional nausea. Trying to get my clear fluids in, but having a rough time. Hoping to start feeling human again soon. Anyone care to give me a pep talk, because I could sure use one right now! I'll start to feel better soon, right?

One week to go, I'm hoping that after nearly 40 years of dieting (unsuccessfully obviously) that I may have the solution. I feel that I have been in a battle with food for ever, and never feel full or content. I'm hoping that this will provide the answer. I don't want to be skinny just to be able to go into regular shops and buy clothes, and to be able to book to go on a plane or to the theatre without worrying if I'll manage to sit comfortably or do the belt up.

I have been banded since Nov 5th. The first night after my surgery, I had reflux and heartburn so I called my surgeon's office and they removed about 3ccs from the band. I continued to have gastric issues 5 days post op so I asked the surgeon to remove all of my fill. I have lost 21 pounds at my 4 week visit and am still losing (slowly)... I do not have any restriction and I do not have any issues now. It seems lately like I can eat more at each sitting (more than the recommended 1 cup). I have my next follow-up appointment on January 4th, 2013. Thoughts on getting a fill even if I am still losing?

Hey I'm Casandra, I have been thinking about doing weight loss surgery for a few years and have been doing more research lately about what is involved in the surgery and aftercard. I am attending a seminar at a local hospital this week to get more information and get the ball rolling with getting approved for the surgery.

I received approval today. I also met with my surgeon again. I'm set for 12-31-12. Happy New Year to me!

I am beyond thrilled that I finally have a date set for my sleeve, January 22!!! It seems like such a long journey to this point. I remember always looking at before and after pictures of people and feeling happiness for them, jealousy, hopelessness, and that it was a dream. I finally believe I can be that person! I weight 282 right now. I made a decision to have the lap band at first, but I switched to the sleeve. I can't imagine what it will be like to shop in the sizes under 1x,3x...plus sizes! I refuse to walk in stores that I know only sell sizes under 16. I'm a size 22/24 at 5'6. I've been over a size 18 since I was 18 years old. All through my school years I tho…

Hi everyone! I'm going to a seminar January 7th and I hope to get my Lapband shortly after that. I'm nervous and excited at the same time!

Im getting banded on Monday!! Anyone in Chicago ever interested in meeting up in the near future for support and fun?

Well I am on day 5 of the post op clear liquid diet and I am struggling a bit. I am so tired of juice and water and broth smells are not setting well with me. So i decided to jump ahead a little and have some carnation instant breakfast (hot). Im really only few hours shy of being day 6 when I could start but I just couldnt wait!! Having something warm seemed to help! I am looking forward to some soups and protein shakes. I am struggling with wanting to eat though. But I cant figure out if I am physically hungry or head hungry and just missing solid foods that I love so much! I would love to hear from others going through similar situations. I would also love to hear from…

Hi everyone! I am new to this site, and wanted to introduce myself. My name is Barb. I am scheduled for my sleeve surgery next month. I cannot wait to have my surgery and begin my healthy new life!!! I am a mom of a two year old boy who has a lot of energy. I want to be a healthy energetic mom that teaches my son to have a healthy, active life!

That's my surgery date! Both nervous and excited! Ready to start my weight loss journey, wish me luck!

Ok, I am keeping this Real, I am Pre~Op, and LOVE Beer, will I ever have a Beer after the sleeve? Please Share all the Positive and Negitive, I need to know, will i miss MY BEER on Saturday NIGHT?

Any feedback or comments about this center or docs? (Dr. Reily and Dr. Wilkenfield).

So... I'm in college. I took one class this semester and it was HEALTH... Wtf was I thinkin... So I told the Prof/Dr I was going to be out for surgery and she was cool..... So I get back in class and she shows us a film called Forks over knives which pretty much is a documentary on how meat and dairy will kill you and how we can get all the protein we need from veggies. They of course had people doing this plant based diet and the all pretty much look like what we went under the knife for...diabetes... High blood pressure whipped out.... By the end of the movie I felt like a total ass.... So I ask her at that point about the protein I'm drinking and she says why are you d…

I was sleeved Oct 1, and I've lost 7 lbs in the last 10 days, for a total of 47 lbs. I've been losing so slow I thought I was never going to lose enough to make it worthwhile -but now I have hope!

I had my surgery Dec. 6th. All went well and was home the next day. I am so glad to find this site! The gas has been the worse, but I have been reading posts and feel better about it already. I will try all I have read and I don't feel alone anymore...I am back to excited!

Well, after 15 months of working through the approval process, I have my surgery date, Jan 14th! I am so excited, I don't have words to explain it.

Hi everyone! I'm nervous but here I am posting. I only hope I'm doing it right! I Was banded 06/10.. and have lost about 35 lbs but am currently in a free fall downward spiral. That's why I'm here. I'm 43 yr old female who works as a 911 supervisor emergency dispatcher. I need to feel good. I have NOT been following the protocols for successful band use and I take full responsibility. I'm eating slider foods, drinking soda & just doing everything I shouldn't. But..... I'm comin back. I have this tool (which I self paid for) & I'm not using it. Thanks for all your posts I've read so far! I feel inspired. Emotional eating is out of control! For some reason I…

Well, things are still moving in the right direction, but I am still a bit nervous. I took off 7 lbs. pre-op, 22 lbs. week 1 & now 8 lbs. week 2. So, I am now down 37 lbs. & right on the border of going into the 370's. Don't get me wrong, I am happy for every pound that comes off. Every pound down is me a pound healthier & a step in the right direction. I just have been in the 380's on my own before in the past year, but was never able to break into the 370's. I think once I've hit that milestone & keep going down that I will breathe a little bit easier. I will know that, yes, this tool of getting the sleeve is helping me do something that I was not able t…

Tomorrow is my surgery date!! I am so nervous, yet very excited and relieved that the day is finally here. Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers. Looking forward to being on the losers bench!! Thanks, Natoshia

I've inly lost 14lbs since October 1st. My procedure was October 25th....what am I doing wrong????

someone finally noticed that I have lost weight! and it only took a loss of 44 pounds! a patient that I haven't seen in several months came in today....she told me "you've lost weight, did you do surgery?" lol

I have been debating for five years whether it not to have surgery. This year I decided to go for it. I was approved two weeks ago after 3 mos of requirements and now my pre op testing is scheduled for next week. Surgeons office says surgery will be in February with a definite date after my testing is done. I am so very excited! My only problem is stopping smoking I've been trying I am currently waiting on my patches to arrive this week.

I opted only to let my wife know. I have learned from the past too many family members are too negative about the surgery

I am waiting on insurance to give me the okay to set a date... I have been thru all the testing and 2 sleep studies and proud owner of a c-pap.. (Not) hopefully the ins. Went in today

Well the time has come. Our insurance is cleared and we will be having surgery. My wife is set for January 16th and looks like I will be in February. Not sure if that is going to be to soon after hers. Nervous about how much time we will need to take off of work. We are ready, but nervous. Anyone else have surgery with their spouse close to each other? Any advice would be great!

I began thinking about WLS over a year ago. This past summer, I began the process. I spent many, many hours reading these boards and learning more than I ever thought I'd know about being sleeved and living a sleeved life. I started by attending an information seminar hosted by my surgeon in July. I had my one-on-one consultation with him in September. I began my adventure of hoop-jumping: two psych visits, two nutrition visits, two sleep studies (one with CPAP after OSA dx), EGD, upper GI, pulmonary check, cardio check... I learned I had high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, as well as obstructive sleep apnea. All the more reason to have this procedure. When I was almost…

I'm due to arrive at the hospital at 5:30am, with surgery around 7:30-8am. I'm ready to get this over with, but really starting to get nervous about complications during surgery. I'm only 34 and have two young kids and a husband that I love dearly. I'm not ready to leave them. I know this is not likely to happen, but it's something I can't help but worry about. I'm ready for the lifestyle change, the new relationship with food, getting recommitted to exercise, and losing all of this weight. I'm ready to get me back. Trying to tie up loose ends with work and all of my other obligations tonight. This weekend screamed by. I can't believe it's my turn to post th…

Been on the pre op diet , feeling great and motivated, surgey next Thursday December 13. Been reading all the forums ... some scary but am glad I have an idea of what to expect.. Ready for this... I think. Thank you for these forums.

Just wanted to say hello to everyone!! Hope all is well! & Happy Holidays :-)

Well, it's been a year today since my surgery. I feel great and am down 98 pounds. 102 lbs down per the surgeon scale. I count the loss from when I started the preop diet. There are many things that I remember that led me down this path of weight loss surgery. Why I did what I did. I felt horrible for one. I was so depressed and nearing 300 lbs. I didn't want to do anything, but sit on the couch. I didn't even have the energy to play with my kids. I hated myself and pretty much just gave up on life. I felt like I was going to be fat forever. My back, hips, knees and even my legs hurt. I felt like my ankles were going to break when I would walk down the steps. M…

Hi everyone, I had the band put in Friday 12/7. I also had a hiatal hernia fixed at the same time. The gas pains are under control for the most part but I am having a hard time with liquids. It's painful to swallow and I feel like even liquids are getting stuck. I'm assuming I'm still very swollen which is why I am having these issues. Any insight?? Thanks!

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May 2012 at 254 pds had my surgery June 28, 2012 and now October 24, 2012 188 pds

Hi folks, I started this journey a few years ago when I was still living in Boston. I was looking into the duodenal switch and the closest surgeon who did anything other than the Lap Band or Roux-N-Y was in New York City so I drove down and fell headfirst into the WLS world. My life was a bit of a mess at the time and after the initial appointment, I never actually took the next step in the process and things just stalled out. Fast forward to last summer. I decided I needed to shake things up in my life a bit so a few days after my 45th birthday and with my employer's OK to work remotely, I loaded up the truck and I moved to Beverly... Well, no, I moved to Seattle…

Today is day 2 of my 1 week fast. I took a laxative last night and it kicked in early this morning. I just have keep myself eating 3 year old left over food. Had V8 this morning and feeling ok. Not sure how I will do while at work tomorrow . Any food suggestions