Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories

I am almost 5 weeks out and anything I eat causes discomfort. The only thing that goes down ok and stays down ok is crackers. I am not sure if I am eating too much, too fast or what. My sleeve seems to be very very tiny- it would honestly suit me just fine to not eat at all, but I keep trying because I know that is how I'm going to lose the weight. Any advice??

Hello all, Well, It has been a little over 8 months since surgery - 4/24/12. I am down 116lb. The weight loss has slowed, but not as much as I thought after updating my signature. I only have 21lb left to my original goal. I am beyond happy with my sleeve and have o issues with tolerating anything. Sometimes I wish I had some intolerances like to sugars. I am keeping pretty good with my diet, though not perfect. My biggest problem is exercise. I have not been able to get out and get to it. I am trying to jog, but it is slow going. I can jog about 1/2 of my 2 mile walk in intervals. I am happy with that, just not the frequency that I can get out to do it. I th…

For anyone that is looking into having RNY surgery...look at what it has done for me... In April of this year I weighed in at 309lbs. I was devistated. I was wearing 24/26 clothes that were tight! Well in just 7 short months this is where I am now 188lbs and wearing a size 12. I have about 23 more pounds to go until I get to my goal of 165 (I am 5'9 so that is a BMI 25) and for Thanksgiving this year...I am jogging/walking in my FIRST 5k. I am so excited I can't hardly wait. I AM SO THANKFUL FOR MY RNY. It has changed my life FOREVER and I am so happy with the results that I have had. Here is some before and now photos.

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Curious about what sizes people are at when they are at 170-180 which is my goal. I am 5'6". Trying to figure out what sizes that I could fit into when I am at goal. I see cute things at thrift stores and I would buy some smaller sizes if I thought I could wear them eventually! I can't imagine being in a large even.....and a medium seems beyond possible But I thought I would ask here and see if I can get an idea! Thanks!

Start weight-300 Current weight-225 Total lost-75 lbs! Last year at this time I was at 305 lbs. I am 80 lbs lighter and so much happier and healthier. That's the way to stary the new year!

Just wanted to send along an update. The first pic I am at my pre surgery weight of 320 lbs this fall. Had my sleeve done 10/08/2012. The last two pics are from this week, 10 weeks post op. I am currently at 252 lbs. I hope to be at goal around 180 lbs. - 68 lbs... half way there! Appreciate all the real support here. So glad to be on this journey with you. My knees and back don't hurt anymore as they used to. I enjoy working out and being active. Already more comfortable sitting on those questionable chairs . It's Christmas Eve and I already feel like this surgery was the best present ever. Can wait to loose more an get to goal. Can't completely imagine w…

This is very personal, but I am 7 months post op and although my wt loss is great, my sex life is not. I have pain during intercourse & extreme cramping after. Has anyone else had this problem post sleeve?

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So, it has been a year...and what a year! I set a goal to be at my goal weight on my 1 year mark...not realistic, but that is what goals are for...to motivate you. I lost 90 pounds...30 more to go. I feel....great...I can run up stairs, play with my dog/daughter (yes, in that order) and make love for hours...what else is there in life?? And I have come to some truths about lap band...it works if you let it. I was so confused when I started as to why there was such a broad swath of experiences...from very successful to folks who had it removed. It is all clear to me now...the difference between success and failure is all in the adjustments. Folks who want their cake an…

These were the size pants i started in when i was 301 lbs in January 2012 they still fit fine when i had surgery at 269.5 lbs i am now 181 lbs and found a way to still wear them

I have ankles again! Ankles I tell you! Haven't seen them in about 8 years! Sleeved 11/5 and down 34.2 lbs (46.2 for the year).

I am so happy to know that it is possible to meet Protein intake without shakes or drinks. I hit 63gr today normally I will drink 2 shakes a day for the 60gr and any protein from food was a bonus. Sorry just had to share with others that would understand, my boyfriend just looked at me with a blank face like I was a nut when I got excited over this. The last time I got this excited was when I realized I had a collar bone ( My first NSV) Happy New Year everyone!!! ( I know I am a little early)

Today is my one year anniversary of being banded. I could not be happier. It's been quite a year. Today I am down 66 pounds. For year two I vow to stay connected to this site and hit my goal weight. I'd like to hear from anyone else who was banded December 2011 to see how you are doing.

Hi all. Just wanted to say I'm loving my sleeve. I'm only 12 days out but have lost 14 lbs. and 7" total already! I'm so excited and know I will reach goal. I also bought me a recumbent stationary bike and tube bands to workout my arms while pedaling so I can work out at home when the weather doesn't want to cooperate....which seems to be quite often here lately. Here's to a great 2013!!

Tell me what you rate/rated the pain from 1-10 (obviously everyone's pain threshold is different) but give me your opinion, your personal experience and what things you went through during your recovery!!

I couldn't see the weightloss. Until I put these pictures together. Down about 60 lbs since surgery 10/9/12. First picture is the week before surgery . Second is week after and third was about 2 weeks ago. [ATTACH]2028[/ATTACH]

Just wondering if this is an average weight loss....my goal is 100 in a year so I have 30 to go in 4 months! I know I can do it I just need to start exercising haha I have not exercised AT ALL.....I really want to lose 150 total (not in a year) just wondering if people still lose weight after a years period? I have felt so amazing since my weight loss I've gained so much more confidence in myself I can walk without getting tired I LOVE IT! My surgery was may 1 I weighed 310 now I'm at 240 and I'm only 5'1 so I have lots to go still but very excited so far and was like I said just curious if people still kept losing after a year

Hello everyone, its been a while since I was here. So much has changed in my life since my sleeve surgery. I just moved from OR to Austin TX, are there any sleevers near by? I'm 7 months postop & stuck at 97 lbs lost. Not complaining really, but the scale hasn't moved for almost a month now. Also for the 1st time I am having food cravings like before surgery & that scares me. Would love to talk & walk with another sleever close by. Any advice regarding the stand still & cravings? Included is a photo from 1/12 & one from 12/12. [ATTACH]7477[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]7479[/ATTACH]

I am going out of my mind I miss food. I don't even know what to do with you eat I'm so lost help

Hey im preband and im looking for some support. Can you share your reasons for getting the band and if you've reached that goal, and how did it make you feel? I'm looking forward to sitting in a normal sized chair, and my seat belt fitting.

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I wanted to get some other ppl experiences with hunger. I am 16 days post op and was never hungry till 2 days ago.. I'm not so happy so be feeling hungry again. It makes me more snacky.. How does this hunger issue proceed as the weeks pass!

Hi all-My name is Tad. In July, 2007, I had my lap band surgery. I have lost over 160 pounds! However, I have had some complications and will be having conversion surgery to a gastric sleeve January 23, 2012. Has any one in the forum had this conversion procedure? Tad

Yesterday was my 6 month mark. 55 pounds loss. Starting weight 215. Current weight 160. 35 more pounds to goal. Before After

Really struggling and need some help. I am almost 6 months out and am close to 100 pounds lost but I saw a picture of myself on Christmas and feel as though nothing is different! I am one day from being done with the 5K running program and am running 30 minutes. I should be thrilled! But, I am thinking that I should be running faster and if I want to run a 5K for real, I don't think I will be able to yet. It's so frustrating to know that I should be thrilled with myself and I was until I saw that picture. It's frustrating to think I will never be "there" I am at about 220 now and then I look on here and see that some people are just starting at this weight. It's so m…

I feel Amazing workout 4 x a week we can all do it !!!

Yay!! Got on the scales this afternoon and saw that I was down past 100 lost!! Starting weight 261.4. and today scale showed me at 161. That's a loss of 100.4 in a little over 6 1/2 months!! 16 pounds to original goal weight! Keep in mind that's with eating junk and more junk all this past week and little exercise the past few weeks!! January 2 I will get back on track

Hi All, I am so excited, I am down 70lbs as of today!! I was sleeved in Mexico on 10/09/12, it has been quite the journey so far, it hasnt been the easiest but its great. I am still learning what to eat but at least m stomach lets me know if it doesnt like something! I havent started exercising but joined the Y yesterday so Ill be at it tomorrow. To all the old sleevers thank you for posting on here, it really motivated me and to the new sleevers, dont think twice about having the surgery, just do it!! Its so wonderful to feel comfortable with your body and not feel like the monster in the room all the time. Being fat is so restricting on life and I am finally star…

Hi, is anyone having surgery at the INT hospital with Dr. Rod on January 24 or 25th?

Hey Guys!! Well, it's been almost a year... I won't be at goal by wednesday, unless I miraculously lose 75 lbs in 2 days!!! LOL... anywho, I'm grateful and a little more focused now!! Hopefully, the next 6 months will be filled with sweat, loose clothing and plumping muscles!! My NSV happened last weekend when I went home to be in a wedding.. I was the MOH and had a wonderful time.. My mom burst into tears when she saw me... and my best friend almost walked past me!!! LOL... I try to keep these events in my mind as I struggle with not having lost 100#s yet.. When I put things into perspective... I'm doing darn good!! No meds, besides allegery stuff... I can wear c…

The best part about my weight loss is the newfound freedom I feel to try things that scared me in the past. I was always worried and embarrassed that I wouldn't be able to keep up or would look like an idiot. Well, no more. Yesterday morning I went snowboarding for the first time ever!!! And even though I fell 100 times, it was a success just for me to get on that board and try it! Never be afraid to try something new and make the most of your second chance.

Just a quick post to tell you all that losing weight and maintaining at goal weight is POSSIBLE with the band. I lost approximately 115 lbs in 14 months. I have now maintained my weight loss and am at my goal weight for over two years now. It's A LOT of work. It's not easy. But totally worth it! You can do it too.

January 2nd will be my 6 month post op. I have to say this was the best decision I ever made. Dr. Cirangle saved my life. This has been the easiest diet I have ever been on. Starting weight was 384. This morning I was 251. I've lost 133lbs. I still got 56 more pounds to go but I'm still losing. Before After I will post again when I hit goal. I expect to be at my goal weight by tax time. Wish me luck.

Knowing that I had to do something about my weight which was completely out of control. I made an appointment with Dr. Misra, (Beverly Hills, California) to discuss what options are available for me. I went in with the notion that i was going to do the lapband. After advising Dr. Misra about the ups and downs of my weight issues and I wanted a more "permenent solution" she strongly suggested the Vertical Sleeve with the STARR treatment. Hearing this wonderful option I decided with the advise from my husband and daughter- this was the right choice for me. My surgery, scheduled July 13th 2o11 in Santa Clarita. Amen the surgery went off without any complications and I wa…

Just want to say to all of my fellow sleevers & future sleevers -a very Healthy & Happy New Years & I've gotten the best advice & support from all of my new friends. Really appreciated... Lets all have an awesome year!

For Christmas, I think my dinner will be crow. Or at least it feels like it should be. I have gained a bit back, kinda afraid to get on the scale. It started out as maintenance and I hurt my foot and couldn't be on it as much, and I was bored, and the holidays did not help (my Mom passed away this last year). But I woke up this morning and realized that clothing that was once ridiculously baggy was only, well baggy, and I asked my Hubby who said "umurpmmppphhh" which translates into "pleassseeeee don't make me answer". I am still, at most a size 16, but I was on my way to a full-blown 12. Not as much sucesss as it may seem, but for me near the "perfect size". I let myse…

I went to put my belt on cause my pants fall down (which is an NSV in itself lol) and it was too big!! Like past the last hole about an inch and a half too big!!!! Woo HOOO!!!!

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Whew..just checking in. I haven't been on here in AWHILE. I am 10 months out of surgery and 140# down. I am only 15# from my goal. I started out in a size 28 and have made my way down to a size 12. I got my first size 8 a few days ago. It actually fits in the waiste, but likes about 3 or so inches zipping. I think I will be able to wear it when I reach my goal weight. And to think...when I started I though I would be a 16 when I was finished. I am loving it...and so is my hubby ;o)

I had my official 6 month follow up visit today and I am so thrilled! I had surgery on May 14th and I am down 89 lbs since I started my journey on April 2nd. 6 months ago a spent a lot of time reading success stories, and that really helped keep me motivated thru the terrible pre-op phase and I can now say this had been very hard, but very worth it. My head hunger is finally going away and my cravings are less. I am adjusting well to life with the band as tool, and the rest is up to me. My next goal: I REALLY want to tell people I see at Christmastime who i havent seen in a while that I am officially down "100 lbs". A lofty goal, I know, but a girl can dream. For all w…

So now that Christmas is over everyone is buzzing about making New Years resolutions....and it's all the same...lose weight, exercise, drink more water..... Well for the first time in my life I am NOT making a resolution to lose weight or exercise! I have those tools already in place!! I can start the new year off with plans to increase my exercise time, stay true to my plan to lose what I need to for my goal. It feels so wonderful to be almost 80lbs down and not have to hear myself make those promises that I never kept past the first week of each year. This years resolutions will include: more activities with my family...that I can participate in since I can act…

I am on my 5th week post op is it too soon to start eating salads?

Christmas marked 3 months 4 me.... Im 5'9 Start 331 Now 268 Pounds lost 63 Pounds to go 78 This was the best gift I cud have ever give myself!!! [ATTACH]7460[/ATTACH]

I just want to post to say how thankful I am for RNY. I was able to enjoy the holiday without over eating. It was wonderful. No guilt. Did I have a taste of a few treats, yes but just a taste. I was satisfied and no holiday weight gain. I know I'm only five and a half weeks out but I can already tell my habits and mind set are starting to change. I just pray I can keep going. How was everyone else?

Help me! What should I do?

I had a visit today with my surgeon. I am 4 months post op. My surgery was 8/12. About a week ago I posted how I fell back into old behaviors with comfort foods. Some of the ladies were pretty hard on me. But I know that it was what I needed to hear. So with that being said Im not feeling happy today knowing I have lost 55lbs. If I didn't fall back into my comfort foods maybe I could of had more of a lost. Today is a new day, I will try harder...

Hi, Had my lap band last Tuesday.Endured six days of moderate to high left shoulder pain.(None so far today) so feeling pleased about that.I was'nt interested in drinking or food for the day after then was right after that.My urine is bright yellow and was wondering if that is normal ?Cheers Susie

I am one month out and yesterday I had Xmas dinner at my parents and today I had my husband's family over for Dinner I got to enjoy a little of the food but the best part was after eating I wasn't tired and full and wanting to take a nap I still felt good and full of energy. I love being sleeved. Only thing I kinda missed was not being able to drink the tasty beer everyone was drinking...but then again if I would have drank I would have been tired. Merry Xmas everyone