AnneAC

The day I decided to have surgery I weighed 286lbs. The day of surgery I was 274. Today it is a little over 3 months out and I am at 224. 62 lbs GONE in three months! I am very fortunate to have a tolerant sleeve. I eat very normally! Sweets make me feel gross, so I eat MUCH LESS sweet stuff than I used to. But I can eat part of a cookie if I want. For lunch today I at about half of a kids chicken tender meal (1.5 tenders) with gravy from Whataburger. French fries make me feel full before I have a chance to eat any Protein, so I usually eat only three french fries. Other than that, I eat what my family eats. Last night was grilled chicken, mashed potatoes, and corn. I ate 1/2 a small breast, 3 tbsp of potatoes and two bites of corn. It's awesome. I feel great, am getting compliments left and right, and am needing to buy new clothes every month or so. Now I'm in a 16 bottom and XL top.

It has been three months and one week since my surgery. I am 52 lbs lighter. I feel amazing and have gone from a 24 to an 18 (and many are getting baggy). A 3X to an XL.

I went alone and had a great experience. I had no problems at all being by myself....I didn't have to worry about anyone else

That is very exciting! I had a GREAT experience and a very easy recovery. Now I'm eating regular food (just A LOT less)!

I have bruising only on that same incision. I think it is where the stomach was removed? Also, the drain cut....yes, take a shower but don't let the water hit the dressing too much directly. I no longer keep mine covered... It heals really quickly!

I have a black tie event to attend on Nov. 12th and I brought my dress (bought in the summer) to be altered since it takes a couple weeks for alternations. The dress had to be taken in 5 inches!! The seamstress said,"Lady, you should have bought 2 sizes smaller". Super excited. I'm having them alter it tight so it will still fit in a couple weeks. Yay!

Good luck! Wishing a speedy recovery!

My insurance does not cover any form of bariatric surgery even if there are comorbidities (I had none anyway). Self pay is VERY expensive in the states and most of the doctors do not have anywhere near the experience doing sleeves as many doctors in Mexico. It was a great experience.

You look beautiful! Congratulations

I had this for several days. It would happen if I either took too large of a sip or I drank too fast. Each day it is better and I can drink a little more normally.

You should definitely take the Prilosec! Every day. It will help. You will be able to take larger sips as time passes. Just wait a minute between drinks. I am 11 days out and feel much better!

Ooh... I haven't tried yogurt yet I ate about 3 tbsp of broccoli cheese soup and that was awesome. I feel like I get that tight in throat feeling really quick.

I tried isopure and could NOT drink it. Poor thing....15 days of clears

WOW! You look fantastic! Healthy and YOUNG

I'm on to full liquids today (YAY!!). My question, what constitutes a full liquid? If I blend up a soup and it's totally liquid--not thick, not chunky, is that a liquid? What have other Dr. Aceves patients eaten during the full liquid stage? I'm hoping to find some non-sweet options--everything is SWEET!

My plan had me on Clear liquids for 10 days post op. For me, it was TORTURE. Today, I moved to full liquids and had a Tall Starbucks chai latte with soymilk and it was AMAZING. It took 2.5 hours to drink it, but it made me feel "normal". Post op is much more difficult than I imagined because I want to CHEW something. BUT, my Starbucks chai was a small victory today. Hallelujah.

I have also had some "moments"....it's tougher emotionally than I could have imagined. I think in a couple weeks when I can eat something normal I'll feel much better I weighed myself yesterday...I'm eating like 200 calories a day, so it's coming off quick, but I'm ready to slow it down with FOOD!

I think you will be able to make a few houses with the kids. On my 4th day post op I flew from San Diego to Houston and walked and walked in the airport...I was exhausted, but did it. I could walk down my street that same day and pass by about 12 houses.

What have you tried?

The title says it all. I have not found anything SF I enjoy. It does not matter if it is sweetened with Stevia or whatever...I hate it. It is SO sweet and leaves the worst aftertaste.

I am focusing on liquids now...not protein. Get in your fluids and then focus on protein. I also find that drinking a little bit of naturally sweetened(ie no added sugar) apple juice helps me. I froze a little and made a slushie.

I am still on clears and today, after taking my nexium for the first time, began over producing saliva. It's. So. Gross. Did anyone else have this? When did it go away?

I am 5 days post op and home. Had a great experience with Dr Aceves. Walked within 10 minutes of getting out of recovery and had IV removed 24 hours after surgery. The only problem I've had is an EXTREMELY sore throat from the breathing tube.

I had my surgery 10/11 and since the anesthesia completely wore off I have had the worst sore throat! I'm assuming it's from the breathing tube? If you had this how long did it last?

I am in Mexicali right now. I had surgery with Dr Aceves on Tuesday. Going home today. It has been a WONDERFUL experience. Much more personalized care than I have ever received in the states. A little sore and a little gassy, up walking 2 hours after surgery. Wonderful support team.