Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

Hi all, my name is Becky, and I am scheduled to have the sleeve done June 18th. I'm super excited and super nervous! I have been considering bariatric surgery for a long time and finally took the plunge.

Hi, I'm Angela aka Blast. I recently noticed that after my son's birth, 7 years ago, I don't have many pictures of me. I dislike taking pictures because I hate the size I am. A friend of mine is getting lap band surgery and that's what got me interested in doing weight loss surgery. I do not have much support from other friends or family. Every keeps saying, "Why don't you do it the natural way?" After looking at some youtube and reading posts on here, it seems like it is just a tool, not a procedure that automatically makes me lose weight. I've done a lot of weight loss diets before with the same outcome. It works for a while, then I get discouraged. I would work ou…

I have not been on this site for ages and thought I would visit some old friends. I am three years post lap band and am down 173#!!! I will add a new pic when my kids get home!!(incapable me). I feel and look like a different person. I am more confident,more physically active and strong! I do kickboxing, spinning, as well as the elliptical,etc. last summer I got up on water skiis, something I have not done in over 20 years.iI went zip lining twice, wave runners in the Bahamas, all the things I longed to do but was too embarrassed or too big to try. My best friend bought me a pass to the local amusement park in Cincinnati,knowing I am dying to fit on all those rides agai…

I Can't believe it the day has arrived..I will be leaving my house in about 30 min. I'm feeling nervous..I ask myself am I doing the right thing..oh God please ease my mind!! I hope all goes well!

Hello, I am from Saginaw Mi. Getting my sleeve done May 29th at Hurley Bariatric in Flint Mi. I have Dr. Farhan. Getting nervous and excited too. I am on my 2nd week of the liquid diet (UGGH)I cant wait to find a different protien shake to use. The ones they have us taking are horrible. Any suggestions? Just thought I would introduce myself. Lori

I feel as if I have such a higher BMI than most on here, has anyone had success with a really high BMI? I am set for Aug. and I have to succeed, my body can't take this abuse any longer.

I'm getting sleeved in 4 hours! It's 3:20 am and I couldn't stay in bed another moment. I am so anxious for this phase of the journey to get over and the next to begin. Thanks for all your support here, it helped me so much!

Good Morning, I am really new to all of this. I have a lot of questions, if anyone out there can assist me with procedure. I have been thinking about this for a very long time. As I have been on just about every diet out there. My problem is the exercising which I know to do it but the problem is my work schedule. I work graveyards and I am trying to make adjustments. I know that is a poor excuse but I need figure out to get this to work for me. I need some suggestions, if anyone can assist that would be awesome. My questions are: 1. How many times do you have to get a fill? 2. Does anyone get side effects like Nausea etc? 3. How long does the approval t…

I am 3 days post-op. My first day was horrible because of gas pain, nausea and vomiting. I was afraid I would hurt my sleeve. Also I was hooked up to a bunch of monitors because my blood pressure sky rocketed. The dry heaves really hurt your belly. I didn't feel like talking to anyone. Day 2 was a little better. I asked for pain and nausea medicine like clockwork to help me cope. I also slept a lot. My Iron count was very low too. I had to get an iron transfusion. The gas pains seemed to go away but I'm still scared of hurting my sleeve. Day 3 there was little nausea but no dry heaves or retching. I did vomit a lot of foamy stuff. I'm home now and I feel better. I didn't …

Hi! I joined this site because I'm having some mental issues with my sleeve. I'm 3 weeks out and I've lost 22 lbs. I've been doing pretty good with not overeating, though I did advance myself to the soft/mushy stage a little early My problem is, I'm almost grieving for the lost of food. I know this sounds terrible, and I feel pretty foolish, but I cant help it. I cant believe how much time I spent eating before. My program, Mercy Health Weight Solutions in Fairfield, OH is awesome, I get 6 months free in their healthplex, and I think that would help me because then I would feel more proactive about things, but I wont be released til June 9th to be able to do that…

Well guys my surgery is in 2 hours. I'm not nervous or anxious but I probably will be when I get prepped for the procedure.So let's see, sleep I don't think I had a decent nights sleep for days leading up to today.I guess anxious is the best word. After doing the all day liquid diet, I'm not physically hungry its more of a mental hunger. If that makes any since. My mouth is dry, n all the above. I will keep u guys posted on what to expect bc I know there is always more information n stories that people want to hear..The good the bad and the ugly!

As of noon today, I have my sleeve! So far, so good. Not much pain and what I do have is easily controlled. I am one of the lucky ones - my surgeon gave me a PCA and a binder without me having to ask. I've already been up walking several times and I'm tolerating ice chips with no issues. Such a difference from this morning when I cried all the way to the hospital because I was so scared! I'll update my ticker when I get home but my surgery weight was 280 this morning.

Hello everyone.. I've been a member since March when I decided to go forward with the surgery. I thought it was time to introduce myself and my story. My name is Sandy and i'm 35yrs old. A mother of two 16 and 11, I've been struggle with my weight since my son was 3yrs old. I've tried everything under the sun including weight watchers where in 98_99 I was able to lose 75lbs. That I later gained back as soon as I became pregnant with my second. I was recently diagnosed with Lupus, Sjogrens, Anemia, Fibromyalgia and many more crap.. I'm on many medications that have contribute to my weight staying or going up from 242 _ 255.. I've research the sleeve and I finally made the …

I only weigh on Wed and last week I had not lost or gained, I was the exact same weight as the week before. I had only been eating between 700 & 800 calories a day. After reading several posts on here I decided my body must be in starvation mode and I needed to increase calories to 1000 to 1100. I have done that for the last four days and curiosity got the best of me, I got on the scale today and gained one pound. Am I doing something wrong? Should I go back to the 800 calories a day? Any input would be appreciated.

I had my surgery october 3 2011. before surgery i was on 3 different anti depressents, and after surgery i stopped taking them. I now recently am feeling down, extremely tired all the time, irritated and angry at everyone, not feeling like being around friends/family. So i went to my primary physician and she started me back up on a couple when i took them they hurt my stomach so bad it was almost like a painful feeling, i took them for 3 days and now i am stopping for a day because i cant stand the feeling of being sick like this. Has anyone had a hard time with pills, do you think they are to strong for my stomach. What should I do, i want to be happy and enjoy my weigh…

Hi everyone, My name is Sarah....I have made the recent decision to get the Lap Band. I have discussed it with my husband and he is very supportive. I know that my insurance covers it 100% with approval. I have read the forums here (which I am loving with all the support). I have read so much on the internet about the procedure and life with a band (the good, the bad, and the ugly) and I really think it is the right choice for me. I am going to my doctor on June 8th to discuss it with her and to get her to submit to the insurance company for approval. So the ball will be rolling soon. I have been overweight since I was 11 years old. There was a lot of abuse in my …

Hey everyone! I've been researching lap band as a tool to help me to get to my weight loss goal. I'm 26 191 lbs with a BMi of 37. I have to do something and like I said I think lap band is the tool I need. Just wanted more info from people who have gone through it as what all you do and go through as you decide this is what you want to do. Didn't know what all you had to do to lead up to your surgery. Any Info will be appreciated:)

Right now, that is the topic on Dr. Drew on channel HLN. I thought people might be interested in this.

My name is Megan and I am so glad I found this site while researching the LapBand procedure! Just got home from my first consultation. I have to complete an EGD test on May 30th, and my surgery is scheduled for June 15th. Very nervous, but VERY excited. I look forward to learning more and getting advice from those who have traveled this road!!!

Went to my second Nut appt back on the tenth. Two other people attended who were also planning on WLS. The nut handed out some protein shake samples and talked about the preop and initial liquid diets right after surgery. One of the guys didn't have a clue about how his food intake would change after WLS. He thought the protein shakes -- the very idea of needing them--was ridiculous. He kept criticizing the nut info. It was clear to me he didn't know what he was getting in to. I was amazed at his naïveté and ignorance. It made me realize how lucky I am to have found this site. Thank you everyone for helping me to know what I am getting in to!

Why can't us that are banded drink right after we eat??

Went to my second Nut appt back on the tenth. Two other people attended who were also planning on WLS. The nut handed out some protein shake samples and talked about the preop and initial liquid diets right after surgery. One of the guys didn't have a clue about how his food intake would change after WLS. He thought the protein shakes -- the very idea of needing them--was ridiculous. He kept criticizing the nut info. It was clear to me he didn't know what he was getting in to. I was amazed at his naïveté and ignorance. It made me realize how lucky I am to have found this site. Thank you everyone for helping me to know what I am getting in to!

Greetings world! Long time lurker, first time poster - go me. I figured it was time to get in on in and do the support thing early to prepare, so here I am! I got the call about an hour ago that I officially, really, truly, no-foolin, have a real surgery date. I'm going in on June 13th with Dr. Hart (Atlanta Bariatric Center / Emory Hospital Johns Creek). I was originally going to go band back in January but backed out of it to give it more thought (a lot more thought) and landed on the idea the sleeve would be better for me. And now, here we go. Whew ... yikes ... what have I got myself into?! I'm scared, nervous, excited, thrilled, and a little nauseous…

Surgery tomorrow morning! Can't wait to get it over with & on to a thinner, healthier me Hope today goes by fast!

Today was my initial consultation. I had my in EKG, Pulmonary test and blood drawn. My appointment for the psych eval is Wednesday and then they submit. Thankfully I have BCBS Anthem and they don’t have a long life of requirements. I have been going back and forth for over a year now and im glad I finally made the decision to have Lap Band. My birthday is in August, so I would love to have this done in June so I can have some weight loss by then. Wish me luck

I've read that some people have gotten a medical bracket saying they have had bariatric surgery. I ask the PA at my surgeons office and she told me don't worry about getting one. Do y'all have one? If so what does it say? I almost want to get one just to make me feel better.

Good Morning, I am really new to all of this. I have a lot of questions, if anyone out there can assist me with procedure. I have been thinking about this for a very long time. As I have been on just about every diet out there. My problem is the exercising which I know to do it but the problem is my work schedule. I work graveyards and I am trying to make adjustments. I know that is a poor excuse but I need figure out to get this to work for me. I need some suggestions, if anyone can assist that would be awesome. My questions are: 1. How many times do you have to get a fill? 2. Does anyone get side effects like Nausea etc? 3. How long does the approval …

Well I have been jumping threw hoops left and right but am almost there. Had to get recorded weigh ins for at least 2 years - done. Then had to backtrack and get a letter for recommendation for surgery - Done. And since my o2 stats were low the first day had to go and get a clearance letter for the anesthesiologist after seeing a pulmonologist - Done. Which that part is due a heart condition that I have had for years. So now we come to another clearance letter from the cardiologist after a heart cathe - Done! So finally, see the nut in two days and may have to do a GI test and that's it. About the only part I lucked out with was only a 3 month wait instead of 6 but reall…

Hello, I have been considering baratric surgery for some time now. I have been overweight for about 10 years. After I had my son, I never lost the baby weight, and I just kept getting bigger and bigger. I love to eat out. I love to snack..n all the bad stuff. I have tried everything under the sun to lose weight. I just have such a hard time staying motivated. I went to Jenny craig, I was on a protein diet with my doctor, I went to the gym and paid for a personal trainer. I got to be so sore, I just gave up, and the bigger I got the harder it is to do things. I woke up one morning, after working all night, my whole body hurt, my legs were completely swollen and I just cri…

My name is Kym, and I will have my RNY a week from tomorrow (5/24/12). I'm super-excited, and on Day 6 of my pre-op full liquid diet. I've been overweight all my life, and decided on the surgery late last year, had my first appointment on January 6. It's been kinda slow going, but the time is finally upon me.

M excited yet nervous..m scared that they will have to ur me open instead of liproscopic ,, alo I took the magnasium I egle o the restroom but wht is normal?

Hi everybody, I'm almost three yrs out. The best thing I've done for myself. I started at about 235 I'm now 160. I was smaller about 10lbs. I noticed first of year I was eating more went in for a fill. My band had slipped. They took everything out for about 6wks. Then I got a fill. Two months ago Ive lost maybe 6lbs in 8 wks but it came off the first week. I feel like I've lost more inches. I go for A fill Wed. I'm nervouse could it slip again and why have I stopped losing weight. Love to hear any Comments. God bless

HI. I cannot access my first account here ..which i bleieve was under the name britgirl. If you were a friend of mine..plz add me back..I had my surgery April 21 2011..and i think most of the friends i had on here were from that same date.

Hi Everyone! Just wanted to say hi and introduce myself to share my story. I've been thinking about Lap Band surgery for 8 years since a friend did it in 2004 (with awesome success to this day). I have always struggled with being overweight, but the last few years in particular it's been harder and harder to take off. My weight has gone from 220's to 230's to 240's and suddenly I'm in the 250's and it's all snuck up on me. Both of my parents are severely overweight with many medical problems (diabetes, HBP, clotting issues, joint issues, etc) and I see my future right in front of my eyes every time I see them. I'm going to be 39, have HBP, a BMI of 36.5 and I don't…

Hi all, Well I guess I should introduce myself. This is mylynn and I am 35, 5ft 2in and I weigh a whopping 330 lbs. My doctor, who is the loveliest person, looked at me and said "What do you want to do?, you're not getting any younger and you're staring down the barrel at a whole host of complications pretty soon. So I said, "What about lap band?" and here I am. I remember after having my oldest son, I weighed around 266 and only gained 7 lbs during pregnancy. I had a very healthy 8 lbs baby and due to his colic, I lost a bunch of weight after he was born. I felt good and if I had only known then what was coming I would have worked a lot harder to get more weight off.…

Linda and I weigh 269 and I am getting all my ducks in a row for approval for UHC choice plus which the req are 2yr weight history 6month diet/ex and bmi of 35 or greater for more than 2yrs soooo I have Alll of that it's just a matter of getting it all signed over and approved. I can't do anything but think about this process. I just want a date already bc it seems the anxiety is harsh on my thoughts! I am scared but ready. I love working out and it seemed like I lose the same ten lbs for the past ten yrs and still heavier than the last yr. it just keeps getting worse...l

Hi Gang! I just wanted to give you a update: I will be having m surgery on 5/30/12/ I am so excited but a little overwhelmed. I met the surgeon last week and picked a date. It is hard to belive that this is almost over! I am happy for this forum and I think I have a excellent surgeon..........I am soooo ready to be able to sit on the weight losers bench with the rest of you guys. To those who are still waiting, Be patient, and ready! Your surgery date will be here before you know it!

My first doctor's consultation is tomorrow. I am neverous and excited about starting my journey.

Hello I had my surgery on April 26 and I've lost 44 pounds. Overall, I feel pretty good. I have occassional nausea and diarrhea which is so annoying because my doctor said I shouldn't take any Immodium and it makes going to work really tricky! Has anyone else had this problem? I had a very awful first 36 hours and even said I wished that I hadn't done this. I was in so much pain, very nauseated and couldn't breath well. I was miserable but felt some relief after my drain was removed. Part of the problem in the hospital was that the surgeon, his team and some of the nurses were great. The CNAs, however, were less than satisfactory. I received very little assistance wh…

Surgery tomorrow morning! Can't wait to get it over with & on to a thinner, healthier me Hope today goes by fast!

Surgery tomorrow morning! Can't wait to get it over with & on to a thinner, healthier me Hope today goes by fast!

May 22nd!! Can't believe it..waiting seem like forever and I'm freaking out that it's already tomorrow!! I'm sooo scared,nervous,excited,and hungry..lol! I pray soooo hard that all will go better than great!! I'm worried about my toddler ..this will be the very first time I'm away from her..this is making me have anxiety more than anything!! Ahhhhhhhhhhh !!!! It's almost here!!

Ai everyone. I am just stating my "journey ". I went to a seminar at Lenox Hill hospital in NYC. I had my first appointments with the nutritionist , the psychologist, Dr. Yatco and Carla, the insurance wiz Ii am in the process of getting the support letters with weight histories from 3 doctors , filling out the diary sheet, setting up appointments for a ugi and blod work. I am a NYC teacher and tea h summer school. We have 3 weeks off mid august to September. That is when I am hoping to do the surgery. We are only allowed 2 days off in the summer. What else will I need to get insurance approval and the date I want?

Hello, I just downloaded this app for my phone to hopefully try to decide what to do. I'm doing research on this avenue of weight loss and still can't decide if I want the lap band or gastric bypass. I am very over weight and have been on many diets over the years and my weight has been up and down like a honeymoon penis! I am a 41 man and my bmi is 49.5..... Not good. I have no energy and doing the slitest activity has become tiresome. I just don't know which way to turn. I weigh 365lbs and would like to get married someday but that surely will not happen at this weight. Any input is greatly appreciated. Lap band or bypass? Thanks Jamie

Leaving for the hospital in an hour, surgery scheduled for 2.5 hours from now. The time for a new beginning is here!

Hello I haven't. Been sleeved yet. I'm on month 4 of the 6 month diet required by BCBS AL. My surgeon is Dr.Pinnar@ Jacksonville weightloss Center in Jacksonville Fl. I have a bmi of 58 so far I've lost 26lbs on the supervised diet. I've taken this time to change the way I look at food. I'm very excited about getting sleeved and will keep u all posted on my journey thanks!

I almost had A panic attack the other day asking myself am I doing the right thing . I know us what I want for sure!

Hello! My name is Samantha and I'm 23 years old. I'm currenlty living in New Orleans, La and I'm a full time bar tender. I was sleeved just 8 short days ago. So far I'm feeling amazing. I had my sleeve done by Dr. David Treen at West Jefferson Hospital in Marrero, La on Monday April 30th at 7:30 am. It was a pretty easy time for me all and all. He said the surgery went perfect and there was nothing to worry about. I went to my mothers house after a one night hospital stay. I took my last dose of pain medication on Tuesday May 1st at 8:30pm. So far I haven't had any real pain to speak of. I guess that I'm posting this to inruduce myself. When I started my jounrey I joi…

Hi everyone my name is Heather and I am having surgery on 21st May and soooo scared but also excited at the same time. Any advice will be well appreciated thanks in advance

Well. I was planning on having the lap band up until yesterday. I had a huge break down an anxiety attack thinking I was making the wrong decision. Considering my doctor suggested the sleeve from the beginning I called him on Saturday an he talked to me about it and told me not to worry he WILL Perform the sleeve on my and it WILL be Wednesday. I am happy again. I can't hardly wait. I've been on a strict cleat liquid diet since the 14th and I'm going crazy still. I am very proud that I made it though with out cheating (besides the few oyster crackers to keep me from passing out) when I didn't have enough fluids. They were still oyster crackers now even a full saltine crac…