Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

Hello! I have been ghosting on the forum for a while now, and feel the need to reach out. I was supposed to be sleeved with gallbladder removal on 8/16, but my body had other plans. Around 1 am Saturday 8/13 I began to have excruciating pain in my RUQ. It was so horrible I woke my parents up to come and pick me up( I live 30 minutes from them) to drive me the 30 minutes to the hospital I was to have surgery at. I am an ICU RN at the hospital and absolutely did not want to be admitted. I spent the 30 Minute drive in the most intense pain I have ever felt. Once at the ER they gave me pain meds and an ultrasound. The ER was going to send me home because my ultrasound did…

So excited, today I finally finished everything I needed to do for preparing, short of my liquid diet and packing my suitcase! 12 days out! Finished and sent bloodworm today, final test results all sent to Dr, Checks al sent to Hospital, anesthesiologist, Surgeon, etc Now to focus on eating healthy until day before surgery, weaning off caffeine, soft drinks Desserts and anything else that doesn't help me reach my goal! Next, I start making my lists of things I need to pack, and stock up for my pre-op 24 hours! My consult was 7/20 and Surgery was scheduled 8/30. Went a lot faster than I realized. Here I come my future self!! Sent from my iPhone using the Baria…

As I close in on 100 lbs gone forever , I am finally realizing gastric bypass was the best thing I've ever done for myself and my family....I feel better...I feel I look better...lol.....I went clothes shopping on Sunday to find an outfit for an upcoming Blake Shelton concert that my hubby bought me VIP tickets for an early birthday present. I found the outfit I'm wearing in the picture below..I was so excited when I pulled the jean jacket off the rack thinking it's not going to fit...it's an XL.....omg! It actually fits me!! ???? ....I started my journey at 324lbs...SW was 295...CW is 227 ....one of the things on my bucket list is to hike in the Rockies with my son ne…

I just had my 3 month post op follow up appointment on yesterday. I am very deficient in my Vitamin d and Protein levels. I'm on target for my weight loss but starting to not feel good. I was using a patch for my vitamin supplements but was told that it seems as though I am metabolizing everything very fast. Now I have to go back to the regular Vitamins and add an additional Vitamin D pill (uggh) I'm not a very good pill taker as it is! Does anyone have any suggestions as to how I can become successful with this? HELP PLEASE! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey y'all! I'm starting my sleeve journey hopefully by the end of next month (June 2016). I've been overweight the majority of my life and am finally ready to be comfortable in my skin again. I'll be a self pay so everything is moving very quickly for me. I had my initial consult Wednesday, May 25th. During the consultation I learned the differences between the band, the sleeve, and the bypass and opted for the sleeve. I felt the sleeve would be the safest bet for me. I have a blood clotting disorder (Factor 5 Leiden) and had to schedule an appointment with a hematologist to get the all clear for surgery. That appointment is scheduled for June 7th along with my nutr…

Hello all!!! I'm 1 week post op today!!! Wooooooo hooooo!!! Lol It's truly an interesting experience. First, I had THE BEST surgeon and hospital staff that I could have in NJ. I was diabetic, had high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. I was in for 3 days...15 staples, 1 drain. I was discharged on NO meds for any of the comorbidities. So far they're all under control and have been since the hospital!!! I left without the drain. Incisions are healing well. I just want these staples out ASAP!!! Lol they pull at the puncture points, which is more painful than the surgery Lol I'm focusing on walking and getting those liquids in...clear liquid diet for the first week a…

I just celebrated my 11 month post surgery. I started my journey March 2015. At which time I weighed 378 pounds. Per insurance requirements I had to do a 6 month diet. I started out good but then started reverting back to old ways. My surgery was September 9th 2015. Dr mark eaton from southern Oregon bariatric center. Day of surgery I weighed 358. Today I weigh 243 pounds. Total loss 135 lbs. since surgery 115 pounds. I am off blood pressure, cholesterol , and no longer a diabetic. If anyone has any question feel free to message me. I am an open book. When I started I wore a size 48 pants. Today I wear 36.

I'm 10 years post op. My pouch is still small bit I'm 268 pounds again. I need some help. Sent from my SM-N900T using the BariatricPal App

I have had all my testing done and finally got my surgery date! November 18th and I am so excited! This site has been so helpful to me that I just want to thank everyone for all the information, the good, the bad and even the yucky. I'm looking forward to my new journey to a thinner and healthier ME!

I have lost 122 lbs it's been a struggle at times but wouldn't change anything, people ask me if I would do it again and the answer is a simple yep!!! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

Today, I am feeling much better than the first day out of the OR. Typically when they wheel you out of the operating room, they take you to a place called the the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), you spend a minimal amount of time as this is used to evaluate your status right out of surgery, hence the name. I got out of the OR right on time at 9:00AM, Tuesday morning. Everything was smooth sailing I thought, up until I finally left the PACU at 10:00PM that evening to finally transition to the care unit I had needed to heal in. I was extremely disappointed, but on the bright side of it all I try to remain positive. My husband was the one who got me through the ordeal and …

I can say I have zero regrets so far. It gets tough and yes you have to be strong but at the end it is all worth it. Looking good and feeling great has never felt like this. I have lost a total of 53 pounds and I hope to continue on this healthy path. SW 287 Surgery day: 271 Cw:234 Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

It's been a long and exhausting process. I've learned a lot these past few months and appreciate all the help I've received from the staff at my surgeons office. BUT I feel like every visit was a string along, very vague about the actual scheduling and now after 7 months not six I get a date for September! I followed plan, lost weight, even saw my primary to get me cleared for surgery and do blood work because I knew that would be required before surgery. So my date is 9/26 I'm excited but feel cheated because since the beginning it was supposed to be August! Uuugghhh at least I have a date I should just be happy about that, right?! Sent from my iPhone using the Bari…

I just had my first consultation appointment on 8-8-16 which they said what would be beneficial for me is get the sleeve and then later get the RNY and seen my dietitian the same day. I've scheduled my cardiology appointment and education class appointment as well. I've called to schedule my psychology appointment but nothing yet (they haven't called me back 3rd time calling them) so far all my appointments are in September. I have to lose 20 pounds in four months before they will consider me. Which I'm nervous about. It's not impossible. I've already loss 4lbs before this appointment. I pray I can keep this going. So as for support my family I don't have any. My sister…

Hi, all - my sleeve surgery is tomorrow but we are still awaiting insurance approval. doctor's office keeps saying don't worry about it, but when you have to rearrange your whole life to make sure everyone is taken care of, that is kind of difficult! I am ready and want to get going with this!! Plus, I am a teacher, so my recovery time is the next two weeks before school starts - that's my entire window! Keep your fingers crossed for me and say a prayer that Horizon gets its butt in gear & says YES to my new start to a healthy me!!!

I had my bypass surgery 4/18/16 SW 318 Surgery Weight 308 CW 246 These were my favorite pair of jeans... Not anymore!!!! I have always struggled with my weight all my life. Im high school my lowest weight was 250 Im now past the hurdle!!!! Cant even begin to say how existing it is to be lower then 250. Im going on a family vacation in a week and i am for sure going on all the slides and rides with my 3 yr old!!! That moment when you can buckle the airplane seatbelt and not worry about it cutting off your circulation or being embarrassed to ask for an extender, don't need one now! Dasha

Hello, Can someone tell me how we add members as friends? I Got a notification that I was at it to someone's friend list but I can't find where I can do this. Thank you , Tammy Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

I'm so anxious! My package was submitted to Tricare Friday and I'm just dying inside waiting. I'd love to have surgery on the 2nd, you think they do surgery the Friday before a holiday weekend? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

T-minus 1 hour. Tomorrow is the first day of the rest of my life. I guess that is true for everyone, but for me tomorrow is my first day 100% focused on my gastric sleeve journey. Tomorrow I am starting my pre-op diet, 20 days before my surgery date. My doctor only requires a two week diet, but I am tired of waiting. I am ready to get started now. The sooner I start, the more weight I will lose, the sooner I will hit my milestones. Besides, there is something powerful about not waiting until I am forced to go all in. By starting early, I feel more in control. I am hoping to use this journal to chronicle my experience. To keep me accountable. To share my feelings and…

I'm no longer obese. Overweight, yes. But not obese!!!! Granted, I need to keep losing bc I'm border line. But hey! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I don't need no negative vibes I have had enough of thay to deal with in my life I have no support and going through this jorney all on my damm own so I will block all negative comments thanks and bye. Sent from my SM-N910F using the BariatricPal App

Is there a FB group for June/July/August sleevers? So much easier to keep track. If so, can I have a link? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Well I am eating normally at day 10 I don't care what anyone says my tummy is taking it well and I'm having very healthy stuff my jorney seems different and I don't care how much I weigh I just want to get healthy and well and I have my staples removed today . I'm chewing my food very well and very small amounts no where what I would eat before I can't wait to go back swimming as my arms are really getting me down the way I look I hope your all doing ok. Sent from my SM-N910F using the BariatricPal App

I'm doing OK. Im not able to take narcotics a lot of pain medicine makes me extremely nauseous so I started tylenol this morning but seems to be doing a good jobI was surprise that I did not have more pain I'm more sore than pain I had some nausea Zofran seems to be doing a good job I had my surgery in Delray. Beach medical with Dr. Podoski im pretty tired taking lots of naps today Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

The endoscopic sleeve is a newer procedure therefore there isn't a great deal of information nor are there groups discussing it. I have mine scheduled for September 2016 and am hoping to speak with those of you who will be getting one and who have already had it done. Thank you! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello everyone, I saw my surgeon in June of this year and I had my surgery on August 4th, 2016. Surgery was great it only took an hour and from the time I was put under to woke up was only 3 hours'ish. Post surgery was easy, sips of Water, walking around, peeing in a container. This was my very first surgery in my life. Took my medicine by mouth no problem, no nausea, no catheter, and no real pain, all good stuff. I woke up ate some chicken broth drank more water and went home. Went back to work this past Friday. I am a little over a week post op and have lost 17 pounds. Still no real pain just slight discomfort if I move quick. I have mowed my yard and continue back wo…

Hi! I joined this forum a few weeks prior to my surgery. I actually found it on accident! Lol! I have enjoyed reading the stories and the varying experiences and have definitely learned a lot. I've been overweight for as long as I can remember, but I've been really comfortable with myself (or am I?). My lowest weight as an adult was when I graduated nursing school in 1988. I was in 150s! I have steadily gained weight over the years, and the highest weight I can recall is in 2004 after I had my second child when I weighed 253. I'm only 5ft tall. My weight has gone up and down due to several failed dieting attempts. The lowest I can recall is 216. I have always thought …

I 'm sole supporter of my family. My wife is a doctor's dream. When I married her she had lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and Raynaud's disease. Since we have been married she has had skin cancer, cervical cancer and most recently this year a brain tumor. She has recovered from everything that has been thrown her way. She's freaking awesome! My job is to be there for her. I have considered weight loss surgery in the past but have been scared due to family history. My sister had gastric bypass back in 2000. She was quite successful and has kept most of the weight off. My mom was inspired by her journey and had gastric bypass in early 2001. Mom lost a lot of weight and looke…

After a history of surgeries including gall bladder, female issues resulting in a hysterectomy appendix and a few others I though I was gong to be ok. I went back to college after a 20 year hiatus as well as working full time. Then in December of 2011 during finals week I awoke with the worst pain ever. I was rushed to the ER only to find that I had a soccer ball sized mass wrapped around my left kidney causing it to just about rupture..thankfully the doctors and the grace of God saved the kidney and then removed the mass. After a week of being home is when the disaster actually started. you see my colon perforated which caused everything in my intestine to fill into my …

Hey guys! I'm so excited to start my new journey. I've had my first appt with my doc and doing labs and endoscopy next. My sister had rnyb 19 years ago and is so happy she had it done! Now it's my turn. I'm doing the sleeve. Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App

Just had my surgery on July 25. Can't believe how well it went. After surgery I was just extremely tired, was very nauseous the next morning but with meds it went away. Up walking day 1, stayed in hospital 2 nights and went home Wednesday 27. Am feeling really good, being careful not to overdo things. Needed a nap after a shower! Lol. Can't believe that there was no pain after, just minor discomfort. Now let the losing begin! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I did it! Finally under 200 lbs! HW 277 Se 258. 3/29/16 Today 194!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi all, Had sleeve surgery Aug 1. Recovery has gone very well other than some minor issues. I didn't need any pain meds when I went home, I took one Vicodin in the hospital, and one regular Tylenol when I got home. Nothing else. For the first couple days after, when I would drink, shortly after I took a sip (I guess the time it took to travel to the stomach) I would feel a mild sharp pain near my sternum that subsided in a few seconds. This has gone away. Stopped, for the most part on about the fourth day. Haven't had any issues with constipation. Plenty of gas, but no real problem getting rid of it. As all say, walking around helps a lot. Another tip, if y…

In 2013 I had lap band surgery. It was a very difficult process. I lost a lot of weight...at first. Which caused slipping, uncontrollable throwing up and inability to drink even Water. After a year for trying different fill levels I unexpectedly fainted twice. My new Doc suggested i switch to the sleeve. He unfilled me for over 6 months to allow my stomach to heal and prepare for the next surgery. During that time I gained weight back faster than I lost it. On May 18, 2016, he performed the band removal and sleeve. I feel no gas pain nor did I require pain meds after 24 hrs. I did/do feel bloated but walking is helping a lot. I feel great, but can't get the…

I wanted to write this to help anyone considering the surgery the benefit of my experience. I don’t represent the NHS or anyone else’s journey – I just want to be open about what mine has been like. For those who have been through it, sorry if this is all familiar to you and boring. I hadn’t ever had surgery before this and had never stayed in hospital before so I enjoyed reading about the experiences of others to help me understand what to expect. And there isn’t that many to fine online from people in the UK going through the NHS so just wanted to add mine. Before October 2015 I had been meeting with my GP (local doctor) regularly to treat an anxiety disorder that I…

Its been five weeks since my surgery. I'm on the soft food stage. I'm still not sure what to eat. Any suggestions Sent from my XT1080 using the BariatricPal App

Only started reading these forums for a few days. I'm not sure if they help, or freak me out. Some of the stories are simply rough. It seems most have bearable to fairly mild post op experiences, but some are hard to read. I'll be praying for those. Do many have second thoughts a few days before the date? Ugh. My wife is a little nervous for me. Well surgery is scheduled for the first one this coming Monday morning. Dr only required one week Optifast 800 liquid diet pre-op. Just a bit nervous. My Pastor and a few friends from Church will be there to give a little comfort and Pray with me before the surgery. Prior to starting the liquid diet, Weighed 366lbs. …

Having my sleeve surgery today at 7:00. I can't wait to be on the other side. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using the BariatricPal App

So my surgery is this coming Wednesday and I'm super excited but also feeling stressed and freaking out. I had planned to do a 2 week pre op diet because I wanted to make sure no complications or anything because My weight right now 236 lbs and my BMI is 45 and higher but because I was waiting to hear from the Drs office on wether I got approved or not I didn't know how long it was going to take so I called a few days ago and talked to the receptionist she said it won't be for a few weeks for them to call me with an appointment date so I had planned to start my 2 weeks. But then a day or so later I received a call from them saying that I got approved and to make an appoin…

Well, I haven't posted any before and afters, but I was just in Montana for a week on a service event. We did a lot of lifting and moving of heavy things among other things and I knew I had gotten stronger all week, but when I saw this photo all I could stare at (after noticing how cute the little girl in the photo is) was how my arm and shoulders looked! Especially if you compare to just about a year ago. I am the one in the blue tank on the far right. My chicken wing wobble even got smaller this week! I will admit that the reason for the hat in the new photo is that my hair is so thin now that I had to wear a hat at all times on my trip to prevent sunburn and cove…

I'm a month and 2 days after surgery and today I hit 20 lbs weight loss. This has been the most frustrating and rewarding process all in one. It's weird bc it seems like it's been months. I was wondering if someone else struggled with being healthy. I have been sick for over two weeks. I've had this cold that just won't go away. My throat is on fire. I was wondering if it's from the lack of calories. Immune system being down. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My husband and I are starting the process together. We are thinking we'll have better success if we do it together. Are there any couples that have done this? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G850A using the BariatricPal App

I'm 3 weeks post op and Water is the hardest thing for me.. I am so use to drinking so much water, I love it.. But it hurts so bad to drink it.. Like bad heart burn pain.. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N910A using the BariatricPal App

so i was banded on the 14June and have had my first fill of 6ml 3 weeks ago and i go back in 3 days for second fill but i have only lost about 7 pounds(when I weighed myself 13 july) and so far dont feel like a lot has changed since before i was banded. i am eating smaller portions than before but i am feeling hungry more often than before. Before i was banded i pretty much only ate 1 or 2 times a day now i eat more times but less food if that makes sense. well i expected to see more a difference than 7 pound by now nearly7 weeks post op. I understand that it is a slow journey and everyone looses at a different rate but I'm scared to get on the scales when I get filled n…

I was sleeved 6/14/16. I started losing weight roughly the end of May. I weighed in May 300lbs. At surgery I was 286 and current weight is 252. My next goal is to get to 200 in the next 3-4 months. Here is a before and after. Sent from my Z959 using the BariatricPal App

Hello everyone, a few days ago, Kaiser contacted me with a surgery date for RNYGB for August 8th. I immediately felt panicked and a little bit as though I wanted to back out, but after some much needed breathing and calming down, I realized that I am on the right track. Pre-op diet will begin in a couple weeks. I'm realizing that this journey requires a lot of patience with self. Over the past few days, I've really had to give myself permission to be a human who feels emotions and who is sometimes fallible. I'm also realizing that I need to slow things down moment by moment so that I don't become overwhelmed. Thanks for all the encouragement!! Dev

I'm on the third week post op and I'm getting crazy with the purée food! I've lost 7kg post op plus 6 pre op. Today I had half slice of bread with mushed turkey ham. I didn't feel bad or pain on anything. Does anyone knows when I'll be able to eat normal food or something different I'm mostly allow boiled veggies with chicken or fish (so boring) can come body give me recipes or ideas maybe more tasty. Thanks Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am so excited! I know I posted previously about a tentative date of 8/31 but my insurance called yesterday to let me know that they had an approved auth for 8/29 and then the surgeons PA called today to confirm that the 29th is a good date and to set up pre-op which is 8/11. In less than a month, I will finally be on the losers bench

I really wish I never had the sleeve. I am in so much pain. I ended up going to the hospital yesterday and the doctor had nothing to say what was wrong. I'm absolutely miserable and the sight of food makes me want to puke. I'm 6 weeks out and I feel like death. This is the worst thing I've ever done to myself and I would never recommend this surgery to anyone. If this pain doesn't go away soon I don't know what I'll do. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I've been drinking one every morning for Breakfast because I realized I was only consuming 20 grams -tops (my surgery date is next month). I decided to do this to get more Protein and form a habit. I've turned into quite the mixologist. My go-to fave so far is: 6-8 oz of warm Water (mixes better) A single packet of decaf instant coffee 1 scoop of choc Protein powder 1/3 frozen banana Teaspoon of cocoa powder Teaspoon of melty coconut oil Blend.. and yum. I actually do this 15 min. before I want it or the night before and place it in the fridge to chill. I like the foam to go down first. Tonight it tasted like hot chocolate almost. Cold is good too thou…