Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

Hey everyone, I got great news from my surgeon. I have lost 32% of my weight and according to their scale 50 pounds in 14 weeks. My BMI is now 43. So exciting. I have never felt so good in my life. The only thing is the NUT told me I could only have 5 g carbs per meal. I want more carbs! Oh well, at least I am losing weight.

Okay I have a date and I'm really nervous but excited. I just wanted to know how was you day after surgery?? Was there lots of pain?? Can you walk fine?? How long did ppl wait to go back to work?? Just curious

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I was sleeved on Feb 28, 2012 and I have been doing so well. Today for some unknown reason I at a piece of lunch meat. It scared me so bad. I called the doctor and they asked if I am having pain, I am not. I had my check up and barium swallow yesterday and everything is fine. I am still totally freaking out and I am embarassed. I am posting this because I hope I am not the only one to have messed up. Also I just need reassured that I will most likely be okay as long as I stay on the diet put forth from my doctor.

Im new to the forum... doing lots of wandering and reading. Getting all my ducks in a row for surgery in July... just doing a hello.

Hey All, New guy here, I've been reading this sight for a couple days and have tons left to take in, I love the support that everyone offers, it's nice to have that support group at your finger tips any time night or day. I'm 47, 6'1" and weigh 351 pounds, my BMI is 46 so lets just say, I need this bad. I'm tired of feeling like a "fat bloob", not to mention my joints aching all the time and not being able to do the things I used to do. While my journey officially started last week with my first visit to my Surgeon, I actually started looking into this a long time ago. Like most, money has always been a stumbling block for me. Luckily, my wife (RN) has a job with Bon…

Hello fellow LapBanders... It's been a month since I've been banded and I have been doing really well on my post op diet. Everything has stayed down, with the exception of the day after surgery. I'm real nervous about starting on solid foods and also getting my first fill on the 31st of this month. I'm so nervous I'm going to over eat and then get sick. I'm really glad I found this site and look forward to advise. The problem I seem to be facing right now is finding a way to drink enough fluids since we can't drink during meals. I know I'm not drinking the amount of Water I need to be.

My first day home after my surgery and it is a bit more challenging than I thought! I am not hungry at all but I have finally come to understand that I have an addiction to food. The minute my eye caught a piece of soda bread I instantly wanted to gab it. I have my eye on the prize but this is no quick fix, gonna take a lot f willpower and strength.

Like to know how long are you guys off from work, I work in a food factory and my job is central lab tech because it look like some are off a few weeks, I thought I would only be off work a couple of weeks. What do the doctors request for you taking work time spam

I had my surgery last week and had staples removed today. The asked if I've had any problems with acid reflux or heartburn and I haven't but I've read on here were a lot of people do experience it. The nurse then asked if I was taking my prilosec and I had completely forgot, as soon as I got home I took my first dose, an hour later I had the worst case of heartburn and stomach bubble...this is very strange to me. Other than this little issue everything else has been going great and I've lost 22 lbs:)

I am just done with the "flip-n" scale! I am 3 months today post op, I have not lost any weight since week 9! In all reality the scale has only moved 3 times since my surgery date, I have never lost on a weekly basis, I'm down 25 pounds, I'm pretty much feeling as though this is it for my weight loss!

I have been on my journey since August 2011 and have FINALLY got my date, April 12th I am so excited yet anxious at the same time. I started at 371lbs and have lost 28lbs so far!! I never thought this day would be coming so fast but I am ready for it!! I am happy to have found this site to have others that are going through the same thing.

Hey all my name is Lorraine I am 34yrs old I had my sleeve surgery 12/21/2010 at Lenox Hill Hospital my highest weight was 311 pounds I am only 5'3 as of today 3/9/2012 I am floating between 200 and 202 pounds I wanted to be down to 180 by now but I have had some emotional set backs and I have not exercised but I am still happy with my weight loss and I do not regret doing the surgery I have tried to have my surgery for 6 years it was worth the wait. I am no longer living in NYC and not close to my support group or any support group so I am online looking for support groups or people to talk to. Thanks all.

Hi all, my name is Jessica from Knoxville TN. I had my RNY on 1/9/12, so I am nine weeks out. I started my journey in June of 2011 and weighed 205 with horrible diabetes, acid reflex, and high cholesterol. I had lost weight on my preop diet and went into surgery weighing 190. I mainly made the decision for wls to help with the diabetes, all my doctors were telling me I would be dead in 5 years if I didn't do something. Well still have the diabetes, even though it's better controlled, it sucks. I thought being fairly young 28 at time of surgery and not too heavy, I would breeze through recovery. Of course not the case. I was perfectly fine at three weeks out, but then went…

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So i have posted here 2 times with a surgery date in the past six months. The 1st fell through because my mom went into icu 2 days before my surgery(she came out ok). The seconf time i tried my work required me to go out of town 18 hrs away for 10 weeks for training. Now this is all out of the way and im getting the sleeve on march 21st. Im exited and nervous but this time nothing short of armagedon is going to stop me. i am having my surgery at university hospitals in cleveland ohio by dr alan saber. have been on preop for 1 week and have lost 10 pounds and am dyiong for taco bell. have followed the diet 80-90% but have had an extra shake or piece of skim milk mozerella …

Well it's been about 9 years since my lap band surgery and all I've ever lost is about 25 pounds total and I need to lose like 60 more. As I've been reading the blogs here I did this thing all wrong. It takes me sometimes an hour to eat but I eat and let it go down and then continue to eat until I'm done and I think that is the wrong way of doing this, can someone help? Also I love drinking wine and even though I'm realtively active I need to start utilizing my band the way it should have been done from day one, anyone has any suggestions? Thanks!

Happy birthday to meeeee!!!

14 days and counting .. I'm so anxious it's crazy!! First day of pre-op diet and all is well????

I am headed back to work today. I'm so nervous! I am a restaurant manager and so I'm on my feet 90 percent of my day. I have been off of work for 9 weeks now, and not sure my body will last for 10 hours on my feet. I feel like as soon as I walk into the building a 200 pound weight is about to go back on my shoulders and I'll be overwhelmed with catching back up. I hate anxiety! Well any thoughts or advice on how to get through would be nice. Ok wish me luck!

Well I'm pretty pissed! I am gaining weight 1 month post op! I'm miserable! I really wasn't measuring my food but I feel hunger! I weigh myself everyday (first issue). I can even eat more than everyone else and I feel fine. This is frustrating knowing I am exercising 3 and 4 days a week to gain 3 damn lbs! I'm getting my protein in and I'm not eating sweets or junk food! I'm only eating healthy foods but my capacity is more! Also, I find it hard to not drink with meals! Thus could be the second issue! Help!!!!! I'm going insane!!!!!

Well i finally had my sleeve done on March 1st, and I'm so grateful to have found this forum since I have very little support and those who support me just don't understand the process, the healing, the emotional strife and just my abrupt end of my relationship with food. Right now I'm stressed out because everything was going wonderful I was losing 2 lbs or so a day for a total of 18lbs 11 days. Than I had a set back with extreme vomiting, they put me in the hospital forced me to drink an immense amour of contrast for a cat scan and came to the conclusion I had a lot of internal swelling. Well I stayed I. The hospital for 3 days on IV only and came home albs heavier. …

Hello everyone, I'm new to this forum, and I decided to join since I see really interesting topics and a lot of helpful replies to each one of them. Well, I'm 26 years old and I've been struggling with my weight since my teens. During my college years I lost tons of weight and had a healthy BMI because I used to play sports to a demanding level (4 hours a day), and I followed a strict eating regimen, which in that time was fine since I had time to prepare my meals everyday. I graduated, and as soon as the office life started to take place, the extra pounds kept coming up. So I decided to go back to play sports, but had a nasty injury on my knee that required surge…

I am preop and should be going in for surgery middle of April. I've lost 10 lbs. I wasn't told I had to but with the preop diet it's come off. I'm nervous. Can anyone tell me their story and success. And does this tool have longevity or will there be issues years down the line? My goal is to lose to a healthy Bmi and and weight. 135lbs. I'm 291. I told my dr that 150 was my goal and said I would really love 135 but wasn't sure if that was too extreme. I'm getting neurotic and nervous. Please someone tell me how great it is from dwindling diva

Just wanted to share my story so far. I was sleeved (not sure if thats the correct way to say it) on Feb 9th, so far everything is going good. My starting weight was 282 lbs and as of Friday 03/09 I have lost 30lbs. It feels great to be close to the 240's =) My ideal weight would be 150lbs not sure how long it will take me to get there but I have faith that following a diet and exercising I shall get there I plan to start exercising next week, well thats depending what my Doctor says this Wednesday. I want to wish everyone good luck! And may we all accomplish our goals.

Hey all, I have been a part of this board for a while now and never really posted because none of it has felt real. I first started looking into this last summer and began the process but somehow my doctors overlooked the 6 month weight management so I was all psyched to get it in december then through no fault of mine it was yanked.... Thus began so far the longest 6 months of my life. Yesterday I met with my surgeon and started talking about dates and it all hit me. This is really going to happen. I have stuck with it and am making my dreams a reality. Everyone on here is what has kept me so positive so thank you to everyone!!!! What I really wanted to know through…

Hi, I hv lost 28 pounds after 4 weeks.am i on the right track.How much weight loss should i expect after 8 weeks of vsg.

My First Consultation appt with the Surgeon is on March 21st 2012. I have completed the paper work. Verified my insurance to see if it's covered and it is!! I have not had any other appointments yet.-- But Friday March 16th I have a physical appointment with my primary doctor. I wanted to let them know that I was interested in lap band.. What questions do I need to ask the doctor? Should I show her my Packet of paperwork I Have to fill out?? After this consultation appt what will I have to do next? I am just curious before I go. Thanks

Just wanted to introduce myself. I was banded almost a year ago (29 Dec 2010). I have been on another forum until now and there doesn't seem to be very many people with bands on there. So I decided to find a new home. Now onto my story. I had been overweight as long as I can remember. More or less dealing with it and coming up with excuses to justify it. I would tell myself, "I'm not that big" "What's a little extra weight". Looking back I can remember I was in a school play in high school and I watched the video and I seriously thought to myself "I can't really be that big." I remember not having a scale that could hold me so I never weighed myself until went off to m…

So I went to my weigh in appointment and they had me meet with the metabolic doctor. The metabolic doctor put me on a low dose of ephedrine because my metabolism is so low. They said it will help kick my metabolism into gear. Has anyone else been put on ephedrine? How long dig you take it for? Did you have a hard time with side effects?

Here's my story, it's pretty long... I've always been a big girl, big and tall. I think since the 2nd grade. I remember weighing 90 lbs in the 2nd grade, I don't know what the norm was for 2nd graders in the 80's. I don't remember ever weighing less than 200 lbs. I'm 5'11". I won't list every diet program I've been on, but I was successful with slimfast/ephedra/daily exercise, HCG, and the Body for Life Challenge. WeightWatches frustrated me because I was allowed more points because of my height, worked out daily, and wouldn't lose while everyone else would lose 3+ lbs/week. At one point I thought something was wrong with me, my metabolism measurements were not l…

I had my Lap band surgery almost 2 years ago. I Have lost only about 15 pounds. I am at a 7 on my band. My stomach is much bigger where the band is located and growing more each day what could be the problem.

Hello all, I am new to this and needed some help. I will be having my lap band surgery 3/19/2012. Well, I am suppose to start my "pre op diet" today and I'm clueless! :/ I have a choice between a protein shake diet or a "proper protein diet" of course i picked the protein diet just because it's easier... So my question is how many protein shakes do i drink a day?? I want my liver to be shrunk by that day I would be devestated if they arent able to fo the surgery (im self pay). So can someone pleaaaaasse help with some advice.

Hello banders and fellow banders-to-be! I started the lap-band process (again) in September of this year. I have BCBSIL, I just finished my 6 month doctor supervised diet (which BCBSIL no longer requires as of February). I believe my surgeons office sent my paperwork in to insurance today, I am super anxious and excited! I am 25 and I (reluctantly admit that I) weigh 327 pounds. I have (untreated) high blood pressure and severe sleep apnea...and since it runs in my family, I believe type 2 diabetes is knocking on my door. I work full time, live with my wonderful boyfriend and two cats and I am so ready to do this. I used to be an athlete (track, tennis & soccer in hig…

Hi All, I just came home from my annual oncology check up and am cancer free 21 years (22 in October:)!!! Now, I am want to pursue being slender again and am strongly considering lapband surgery. Although I exercise almost everyday (60 minutes cardio), I just can't seem to get the weight off and I am not getting any younger-ahem! My BMI is about 32.8 but I do have high blood pressure which I take meds to control. I'd like to lose about 65 lbs. Of course, I'd like to have insurance cover this....any suggestions? I might be willing to self-pay....Mexico anyone? Please advise...I am anxiously awaiting. Love to all of you with such great courage!

Just had surg. 2 weeks ago today. Realize gastric band. I am seeing my Dr. tomorrow for my first post-op check and feeling very good. Some slight tenderness in one area, but all surgical sites healing nicely. Have been to the gym several times... just walking on the treadmill for now. Anxious to do more. Can you believe it? Looking forward to working out! CRAZY!! Lost 6 pound the first week and 5 this week. Not feeling hunger as much as bordom. Looking forward to the next 2 week phase. Good luck to everyone out there. Hope all you newly banded peeps and doing well !

I had my gastric bypass surgery in 2006. I've lost 175 and kept it off but it has been hard work!! Looking for friends. Kathy

I am finally in the 220's. Even though it is 229.8, i have finally made it. I haven't been in the 220's since I had my son 7 years ago. I know it's not onderland, but I am happy with my weight loss so far. I have lost 43 pounds and feel better and happier than ever and don't regret having surgery. This is the best decision I have ever made for me.

I was just wondering how the lap band did for those like me? How much did u lose? How much time? Struggles?

I need some advice what medicines did you take when you were sick. I have high fever sore throat aches and pains. but I am afraid to take just anything

Woo hoo I just made my hotels reservation in tijuana 13 days till sleeve and can't wait to meet my new sleeve family who will be there around time I'm. Who staying at the recovery and who staying at hotel

Hello, I am a 29 year old mother of two, I currently have not had any weight loss procedure. I was looking into first the gastric sleeve. I had spoke with a friend of mine who I did not know had weight loss surgery and she ended up revealing to me that she had the band. After talking to her I am seirously rethinking my first choice and am wanting the band instead. I have my first appointment on the 22nd to srtart my 6 months pre op. Is there any information that anyone could give me that you can think you wish that you had known before the surgery, or any opnions on if I should sleeve or band ? I am currently 283 lbs and I am 5'4' I have alot of weight I want to loose I w…

I have 17 hours and counting and I begin 'Rockin' my sleeve. I am now going through the motions with nervous, anxiety, & excitement. Whoo Hoo!!!!!!

All I can say is Thank God I have my best friend who has the same dx as I, is a Lap Bander, and is also a single mom of a 5 year old. I'd probably have lost my mind by now if not for her. Banded 12/22/11, struggling, but 33 lbs down. Woohoo! Plateau at same weight now for a few weeks. Having anxiety on top of being a new Lap Bander is hard! As stress kicks in, I can actually feel my band tightening up. A blessing or a curse? Depends on the day! liquid calories are also my friend and enemy. Crazy how dichotomous this journey is. Depression, on the other hand, affects me differently. I tend to swing to 2 extremes: eating a lot (binging) or not at all. Having a Lap…

3 and half months post op and have only lost 10 lbs! Anyone else having this problem?!

My name is Christina and I have just begun the journey to have the lap band. So far I have had a physical by my primary care doc and have been placed on a 6 mos Dr supervised diet and have my first visit with a dietitian on the 22nd of this month. I know I am very early in the journey like the first day of the rest of my life. Looking forward to sharing this journey with others who have made that journey as well.

Hey guys! Well im officially a week and a day post gastric bypass surgery! My new life officially started March 1 2012 Its been a rough week to say the least. Ive gone through ups and downs and the buyers remorse but I know I made the right choice. Its been hard not having any real food I think thats where Ive struggled the most. There have been a few occasions where Ive chewed up a piece of chicken then spit it out just so that I could chew something. I felt sooo pathetic but I didnt swallow it! Today I kinda had a realization after putting clothes on and them fitting differently. I can finally see a difference. Im down 28 pounds from my highest weight so Ive been…

Hello! I am new to this board. I have a dilemma - I originally started this whole process of wls to do the sleeve. But . . . when I went in last week for my preop, my surgeon kinda suggested RNY, because I have significant GERD/reflux. I am a bit nervous as to what to do. He says he'll still do sleeve if that's what I want, but he will do RNY if I chose. I am 90 lbs overweight, that's what Dr says, he says I'll get better weightloss with RNY. But, I'm nervous about RNY. Any advice? I have to choose by MAR 16, my preop. my surgery is scheduled for MAR 28. HELP, :-)

HI, I just joined because I need some help to work thru all this. I am at 230lbs and have been overweight almost my entire adult life. I considder myself a huge "foodie" having worked in high end restaurants for over 20 years and just simply appreciating food as an adventure. I am not a junk food eater. I am having a hard time really understanding what life will be like a year from now. Will that whole part of my life be gone? Also, I was told by my doctor's group to stay away from the internet forums because I'll read scary things that the chances of them really happening are very low. I'm not sure what to make of that. I'd appreciate honest feedback as to the way live…

Hi i don't know any one on here yet, I am Nekaylyn and i started my lap band journey in august 2011. I have a wonderful dr and his staff is amazing! Very caring loving and understanding. I cant say enough about him and his staff. I came on here because it looked like a good place for me to start. I started my journey at 280 and i am now at 195 needless to say i have had a little hell along the way. The only thing i have yet to come across is pregnancy and slipping. Thank god for both! I have had tummy bugs that are not fun and lots of other problems that i kinda wish i knew something about before i started. Not that i wouldn't do this all over again but it might have been…