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Hello Afreeka,
My name is Lee and I was just sleeved on 7/20 thus far my experiences have been positive no vomitting,no pain, no nausea; I am down 14 lbs. When I decided to have the surgery my family was very supportative but I only told my mother and sister because people will try to judge you and make you second guess your decision. My point being this is your decision to make you healthier. I did feel the same way like I had failed and I should be able to loose weight on my own but after years of trying I just could not do it the sleeve is a tool it is not instant weight lost, it is not magic. Good luck with your surgery!

Hello AngelaKay2,
I can relate to being scared to death I have pushed back my surgery until 7/11 instead of 6/20 due to job issues. But my fear of doing the surgery is sooooo real until this pass weekend at was at my mother's house and found an old nutrition form I had filled out when I was seeing a nutritionist dated 2/2001 at that time my weight was 310 today 11 years and several diets laters my weight is still 310......I refuse to spend 11 more years overweight.....
You will find the courage/strength to continue with this journey to improve your health and way life. I agree totally with everyone's replies on this topic.
Good luck with your decision.

Hello,
I have not had my surgery yet (6/20/12) but you are doing great! You can eat soft puree food for 6 weeks you do not want to injury your stomach. So drink plenty of water/protein shakes you can have soft fruit or try mashed potatoes in a week. When you feel like you are hungry take a walk the exercise will help in your recovery.
Please do not give up!