msvickee

Did anyone develop diabetes after surgery? I have a discoloration on my neck friends say its signs of diabetes. I am upset of the possibility. I had the surgery to prevent diabetes. I have to schedule a dr appt.

This was me at 372. I am 295 now...was 357 pre op and 340 day of surgery

You lost 57 lbs in one month????

Oh it's a beautiful day in the neighborhood! It's on like popcorn. I'm about to get jiggy with it! Celebrate good times come on! I have said good bye too 300s! I am 298 and it's about to get wild! Highest 372 Pre op. 357 DOS 340 Today. 298 99 lbs to Onederland

Incision pain on or around the incision is normal and it can feel like someone is stabbing you. Your muscle tissue and everything underneath your skin is going through healing. Many of the questions newly sleeved brothers and sisters have are addressed in previous threads. Do a search of you have time. Many of us have already experienced it and wrote about it and got answers on here.

I'm in Houston too? Have you had your surgery? acid reflux may also feel like a burning in your throat. You may cough or hack during a spell. I had acupuncture and it subsided for about 3 weeks. I now take Zantac and get a lot of relief. U have found that in the days I exercise I don't experience terrible reflux.

So you put that - on everything ? Lol. I couldn't resist!

About to cry I am 1 lb from saying bye to 300s!!!! Jesus take the wheel! Highest: 372 Pre op: 357 June 14 Day of surgery: 340 June 28 Today: 300. August 18 2 month, 4 days total loss: 57 lbs

Impressive loss! Congrats and I was hoping your were a male when I read your stats..men loose faster than women.

I started at 357 lbs pre/op (June 14) day of surgery (June 28) I was 340 lbs and today I am 304 lbs.

I am not a parent of special needs children but I have triplet brothers who are special needs dual diagnosis for each one. This is a subject near and dear to me. I am trying to convince my mom to have the surgery. Although my brothers are 42 and have their own place and caregivers, life is still a challenge for my parents. My mom could get around better for them with the weight off.

1. I confess my attitude has totally changed confidence level is off the charts 2. I confess I am afraid to eat off plan in fear I will sabotage my own success 3. I confess I can't wait to loose another 50 lbs 4. I confess I will be glad when I can enjoy a glass of Moscato. It will probably be around the holidays...giving me time to drop 50 more 5. I confess having surgery was the best decision I made for my life

Kicking butt and taking names....I am 16 lbs from my Labor Day Challenge goal weight!!!

Not a recipe but I thought I would share: Lipton has a diet green tea watermelon flavor that was refreshing and just a bit of variety from water. Zero sugar, zero carbs, zero calories. It tasted really good!

Awwwww group hug for everyone. I actually love going to the grocery store because all of the money I save. I am learning to cook small, small portions because it's just me and my teen daughter. Every now and then I will cook for a family of 5 and will call my God brother to come by and pick up the meal that's so food won't go to waste.

Whoa well don't you look sexy! I can't wait until I can cross my legs...it's been 15 years since I could. You are an inspiration!

My surgeon never referred to any part as a ouch unless I missed something....always the sleeve and even had a replica of a stomach and a sleeved stomach. I can agree that the surgeries are similar and more importantly the surgeries warrant the same results - weight loss.

Interesting! I've noticed done who make comments I know that are directly related to the gastric bypass. Even my bf who had the bypass said "don't blow your pouch". I paused and was like ok she thinks our surgeries were the same. Lol I guess I shouldn't let people go on sounding ignorant and should clue them in huh? Lol

I always order Soup...well I've only been to a restaurant thrice since surgery: Olive Garden, Pappasitos and Chachos.

For the first time since my surgery (June 28) I ate too fast trying to get ready for church and boy it's not a good feeling. Lesson: Get up earlier than normal to start your day so you can take your time to eat and enjoy your breakfast.

You go girl! Lol

1. I don't have to get my daughter to tie my shoes or only wear slide on shoes

Let's have some fun: 1. I can walk 45 minutes non stop on a treadmill at a 5.0 incline! 2. When I walk outside I'm not afraid to look at my silhouette!