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I had my surgery on March 20th. As of this morning, I was down to 184 from 215....31lbs total since surgery. I am in a stall and I havent lost anything in a week. I am just taking one day at a time!

I am the same way. I can eat maybe 1/4 c. of food at one sitting. Everyone swears it will get easier. Just like someone else said, eating is a chore. I dont get near enough protein or fluid because I have developed a whey allergy and OMG they make my system run like a faucet!

I gagged when I tried to drink the Isopure Clears after surgery. I bought a case that was 50.00 and drank 1. The rest are sitting in the cabinet!

I am one week out today. I don't feel like I have had surgery. Other than the dry heaves the second day, I am feeling unbelievable! I can drink with no pain, and I had 2 tsps of mashed potatoes tonight and they stayed down and didnt hurt! I went back to work 6 days post op. I dont think I really had surgery! I am ready to get these 65 pounds off!!! GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE!

This adorable orange and gold Free People top and white Banana Republic shorts I have already bought! Yes, I am a preshopper! I have already bought some many clothes now I could clothe my neighborhood! YAY ME!

I had surgery on Tuesday and had MISERABLE gas pains. Thursday I got to come home. As soon as the bumpy ride home and walking worked together, I started tooting like there was no end. I know you hurt, but try to walk just a little every hour or so. It will make a huge difference. Also, if you can get on your side, that helped me get some air out. Here's a warning.....when you start those big ole poots, be careful...liquids in= liquids out! Yes, I am being serious! EWWWWWE!! You can do this!! Monica

Lissa, that's a great idea! Planning on eating every 3 hours. I can't eat anything for 2 weeks other than some soup or a protein shake but I forget I need something! I love you veteran sleevers!

My sleeve was Wednesday and cold stuff hurts me too! I am drinking room temp bottled water and my tummy seems appreciative of that. I had dry heaves for 24 hours after my surgery and couldn't drink anything without barfing...even 4 days out, it is getting much easier. You might even try some room temp Gatorade. My doc says if I have trouble drinking, try that. It keeps your electolytes up and helps you feel better. You can do it!!! :tongue2:

I completely agree with you! Sometimes Mexico is not an option for some folks. I was just letting people know of an affordable surgeon, if they couldn't get to MX. I think a person has to go with whom they believe to be most qualified, regardless of where they are located.

www.coastalbariatric.com. Just thought I would spread the word if you are self pay!

There is a doctor in South Carolina that is doing it all inclusive for 8000.00. Yes, 8000. That's Mexico cheap! www.coastalbariatric.com

Why are they waiting so long on the CT scan? I had kidney stones back in April and knew the same day. The told me to drink tons and tons of liquids to help it pass. Long story short, ended up having a renal stent to help my body heal, but that was only for a 4 days. ANDDDD if you are found to have stones, a urologist will see you immediately! Try not to let this discourage you! YOU WILL HAVE YOUR DAY!!

I cant wait to put on jeans and wear a cute top that doesn't look like a dress and finish it off with a cute belt. I don't think I have had a waist for 20 years! LOL! Everything I put on makes me feel like I am just trapped in someone who isn't supposed to be me. I hope as I make the downward trek that I can start to realize that HeY! that is me and I like it!

Thanks for all the replies! If I can get down to about 145, I will think I am the skinniest woman on the planet! haha! I am trying to not put an absolute number on my success and hope I can just get to a place where I don't want to throw up when I see my naked body!

obesityhelp.com has a ton of great info too! Check it out. They have forums for every weight loss surgery there is.