Texas Red

I was sleeved on 3/2/11 and I am currently down 68 lbs, but for the last two weeks I have been at the same weight. I have tried a couple of different things to 'jolt' my system to push past this stall (more exercise, more Water, no water, more Protein, less protein, etc), but nothing is shaking it loose. No weight gain, just no weight loss. I am excited with my weight loss so far, but I have had three stalls. This one is by far the longest and most frustrating because I have been 'going by the book' since my VSG. I know this gets asked a lot, but hoping for some words of wisdom (I'm still less than 90 days post surgery, so I'm still learning). Thanks! Texas Red

I had my surgery on 3/2/11 with BMI of Texas in San Antonio. I went into surgery at 322 lbs and as of this morning I am 257 lbs. I have had one stall a week after surgery that lasted nine days and another this past week of 7 days. The two stalls really bothered me, but just as I read on this forum, they were temporary. I also had a three week battle royale with the gout in both knees and ankles, so my exercise has been limited until last week. This surgery is a great tool and I am still getting my 'sea legs' as far as broadening my food choices. I got overly ambitious on two occasions with poor outcomes... Hang in there and you will be successful. With the road blocks I have had, when I look at my results so far, I realize these are just slight impediments to a healthier way of life. I wish the absolute best to all of you. TexasReD

Yes, I'm from San Antonio and had my sleeve surgery done on 3/2/11 with BMI of Texas (Dr. Seger and Dr. Duperier) over at NE Baptist Hospital. They were phenomenal and I had a very positive experience. I am going in for my follow up visit in a few days. Best of luck to you! TR

Has anyone experienced a change in their voice post surgery. I'm almost 2 weeks post op and I used to have quite a bit of bass in my voice, but now I sound like a raspy Micky Mouse (may not quite that high pitched, but close). I have tried to clear my throat a number of ways, but it stays the same. Any thoughts or suggestions?