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Wow!! That is awesome! Congrats! I wish you great success in this journey!

159 seems to be miles away from where I stand! I'm only 5 ft tall - 159lbs would be a dream come true for me!

That is awful! I'm so sorry you had to experience all that! I pray that you get better soon. I hope you start losing weight again soon so that you didnt go through all this for nothing! *Hugs*

AWESOME! You look FAB! Congrats on your success!

That is awesome!!! Congrats on your success!

If you like coffee, I've heard Click's espresso mocha is very good.

Hi all,

I've been experiencing a bit of pain under my right ribs. I thought it might be gas, but after searching online, I'm worried it might be gallstone. It is almost 10PM in India and I cant get hold of my doctor right now. I'm worried!

Nausea is listed as a major symptom after the pain. But I dont feel nauseous. So I'm kinda hoping that it is just gas and that it would disperse soon.

I just wanted to know what other symptoms I should look for.. I'll be going to the doctor tomorrow - but I just wanted to be prepared for tonight

Wow! That is a huge accomplishment! Congrats on your success! You look fabulous!

Flashmob!!! But not really - doesnt look too organized! Even if it was it is great You are right that guy seems very confident! LOVED IT~

That is awful! I'm so sorry you had to deal with those problems with the band.

I think you'll do great with sleeve! You really deserve this chance to lose weight without damaging your health! I pray that everything goes well and you have a great success with weight loss!

Go on a liquid and pureed diet! In my pre-op I lost 11 pounds (5kgs) in less than one month. I did pureed food for 3 weeks and the last week I did Protein Shakes 3 times a day for a whole week. It is not very hard. You surely can do this - just 4 pounds - dont lose hope!!

I too used Optifast VLCD for my pre-op diet (twice a day - morning and night). I still use it as a Protein supplement post-op.

After surgery, I find it too filling, so I use a 3/4th of a sachet at night. With a reduced fat PB, it tastes soooo good.

Hi Kristi! Welcome to the forums!

I've read so many posts about lapband to sleeve conversions in this forum, and most stories talked about erosion and slippage. I've never had a lapband so I dont really know about these - but they did sound very painful. So I'm really glad you didnt have to go through all that with the band!!

I started at 125kgs and I'm only 5ft. I was a bit skeptical about sleeve at first too. My surgeon said that a restrictive procedure like sleeve requires more commitment to diet and lifestyle change than GB. I didnt think I was ready for that. But I couldnt imagine getting a GB and living my entire life on meds. So I researched sleeve and spoke to my surgeon's other patients who have been sleeved - they encouraged me to do this.

I have to say - getting sleeved is the best thing I've done! I lost 5 kgs in my 1 month pre-op diet. I was 119kgs during surgery on Jan 11, 2012. After 6 months, I now weigh 85 kgs. I've lost 34 kgs in 6 months after surgery (39kgs including pre-op). I couldnt have done this without sleeve and it has also given me the confidence that I can make lifestyle changes and maintain them.

Yes, sleeve is only a tool - and it works only as well as we work it. But I dont find that too hard to work! Yes, I had to make healthy choices about food and yes, I need to work out regularly. But it doesnt mean that I cant indulge in my fav food every now and then. The restriction makes sure that I dont over indulge - so I feel that I've got the best of both worlds!!!

In terms of workout - I just do some cardio for 1.5 hrs for 5 days a week. I do some weight training 2 days a week but not regularly and I'm hoping to increase the frequency of weight training.

Whatever your decision, I know you'll be a great success!! All the best!!

Oh WOW! You look FAB! What an incredible transformation! You look like a totally different person! So happy to hear you are healthy!

And yes - you've inspired us all to try that much harder!

My question exactly!!! They are so tiny now I'm almost embarassed to even purchase a bra!

Yes many people are Vit D deficient. It in itself is not a problem. But I was told that Vit D also impacts Calcium absorption. As long as your Calcium levels are good, you will be fine.

My mom had Uterus issues and had her labs done. They showed that she had Vit D deficiency. Her doc did many other tests and found her calcium absorption was pretty low and she was at a high risk of getting osteoporosis. Dont mean to scare you! Just wanted to let you know of the issues related to Vit D deficiency.

Oh WOW!!! I cannot believe you could hold that pose for a minute!! That too without holding the hands! This is HUGE! Congrats!

So sorry to hear that! I'm so pissed off that such stuff is happening even at this day and age!

BUT - you've successfully maintained your weight for years now. I'm sure you would have overcome hell lot of temptation for food. I know that emotional eating cant be stopped overnight. But if you had successfully stayed away from chocolates and other 'risky' food for 4 years, I'm sure you can do it now. Like others said, try some therapy and get back on track. Those losers are not worth s#$t. Dont let them win now. We're all behind you a 100%. All the best!!

Hi and welcome to the forums!

I only had a VSG, so I cant help you with your question, but just wanted to say that I loved your smile in the pic and the kiddo is adorable!

I pray that the surgeries go smoothly and you have a speedy recovery!

When I started pureed food, I used to make veg Soup and then blend the mushed veggies and mixed it with the soup for flavor.

Awesome! Congrats on your weight loss and all the best to reach goal soon!

That is awesome! I have not flown yet after surgery and cant wait to use seat belts without an extender!!

Wow! You look great! Amazing transformation!

You look great! Wow what a transformation! Congrats and all the best to reach your goals soon!

Welcome to the forums!!

I hate it when people just think I've decided to have the sleeve overnight. I'm surprised that people would think that I have not exhausted EVERY available option before going under a knife! 'Try harder' is a very relative term. Small portions on my normal sized pouch is a death-trap for me! Like many here, I was a yo-yo dieter and whenever I had a really strict diet my blood sugar also yo-yo'd and my physician was very concerned that I'm walking a dangeorus path with the way I handled my body. But after researching sleeve I was very happy to know that I would not be so hungry anymore. Like Lissa said, it was my only fighting chance to stay on track. Being a life long yo-yo dieter, it is easy for me to get back on track even if I slip and eat something I shouldn't. I have learned to make better food choices and staying focused on the goal. And this forum has been my cheerleading squad!

I'm so glad you are doing your research well ahead of your appointment. I'm sure you'll be ready with so many questions to your surgeon and NUT after you've read through the pre-op and post-op forums here!

Keep in touch and let us know about your progress!

That is a huge NSV! I'm so glad you've become healthier!

I love hearing NSVs - some make you smile but some make you tear up for the incredible impact this procedure has had on our health and well being. This one made me shed some happy tears