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I'm 9 days post op and I drink my liquids like before surgery. I also drink my shake with a straw with no problems whatsoever!
Everyone is very different though.

I'm only 2 1/2 weeks out from surgery but taking big gulps of Fluid is the one thing I really miss so I can relate! As vonego82 says, once you've had surgery it won't be a problem, you will only be able to drink little bits at a time, believe me! the smallest amount of food makes me burp - but a girl's gotta do what a girl's gotta do! I know I'm still a greenhorn but the best comment I could make at the moment is to follow the guidelines BUT remember that everyone is different. For example, I'm at the "mushy food" stage and have decided to forego meat for now as it just doesn't sit well in my stomach at the moment - so I eat the foods that do and supplement it with other Protein foods (yoghurt etc) and then Protein Powder mixed into fresh fruit/vege juice (watching how much juice you have as it can be high calorie). You will find your own comfort space so trust your instincts.
Already I know that I've done the right thing so I wish you well!
regards

I was a revision from band to sleeve and just want to mention that beyond the hassle - your risk of serious complications is much higher for revision patients. From a risk point of view, doing the one surgery that works for you the first time is much better.

I'm confused too. I don't have diabetes but I do have a terrible sweet tooth. I love cakes, Cookies, candy. I'm wondering if I will have better long term success with the bypass. But then I'm also worried about having to take all those Vitamins and supplements for the rest of my life and worrying about what if something happens and I can't afford all the supplements.

Well, 6 months out from my surgery and I am finally at the 60 lb point. In the first month the weight fell off. Then through a combo of a month long cross country trip, sick family, moving and starting grad school it slowed. Cortizol has always had great effect on my weight loss. I eat a high Protein diet with no simple carbs (okay well very rarely), haven't had a soda in over 6 months or a cigarette in a year. I am at the point where I can eat a little more, but that actually jump started my weight loss again. As frustrating as it has been watching some of my cohorts so far ahead of me, I just keep going. Here is the deal: my health has improved significantly, and even though it is slow, it is weight loss not gain. Its going to be difficult for me to gain the weight back unless I snack all day. Thats probably not going to happen because drinking and eating is still a no go. I like my fluids A LOT so I have to concentrate and trade one out for the other. Then today, just before my 33rd birthday it happened:
ONEDERLAND!!!
For those of you thinking about, or just got surgery, this is far from a magic cure. Some of us lose slower than others and we all have different things life requires of us. Either way, this surgery takes hard work and dedication, it will change your life forever and sometimes it makes you angry but overall; for me, it is the best decision I ever made for myself. I never make myself a priority and I did it for this. It makes my life different every single day, I can't go back and I would do it just like I have, all over again.

I've been a bit disappointed the last few weeks because I haven't lost a lot of weight. However, I had a couple of great things happen this weekend that's really encouraged me.
First, I pulled out my winter clothes and I'm now able to button all my coats, which is something I haven't been able to do.
Today, my sister offered to take me shopping for new jeans, since mine (size 24's) were falling off and I didn't have any smaller sizes. Before surgery, I had been wearing 26/28's. I pulled some 22's and my daughter encouraged me to try a 20. I thought there would be no way they would fit. Well, they did! In fact, they were a bit loose. Long story short, I walked out of the store with a size 18 pair of jeans! I haven't worn that size in at least 25 years!
So those of you who may be in a bit of a stall or think you're not going to be successful, don't give up! It will happen.

I take Biotin everyday. 5000 mcg. I have thin hair already and pre-op any time I dieted, I always lost hair. The key post-op is plenty of Protein, and to take all your Vitamins. I know I'll lose more hair but it will grow back and I'll be skinnier than every too!

Good luck everyone....I received my approval in 5 days...surgery date October 31, 2012

Outrageous! An I only paid $5000 in MX two years ago. I read that in 1990 only about 6 percent of people declaring bankruptcy cited medical expenses as their main debt. Now, 20 years later over 65% of bankruptcy is DIRECTLY attributed to medical expenses. SOMETHING needs to be done.

Oh, I have so much on this list!
I would ilke to:
fit in a booth at a restaurant.
fit in an economy car WITH a seatbelt!
cross my legs
see my collarbones. I KNOW THEY ARE THERE.
Basically, to see all the bones most people see that are covered in fat - like my ankles, kneecaps, etc.
I'd love to ride roller coasters again. I loved them when i was younger, but can't fit on them now.
I want to roller skate again. It was my favorite mode of transportation when I was a kid, but I'm too big and uncoordinated to even try it now.
I'd love to go snorkeling/scuba diving.
Heck, I'd like to FLY somewhere. i've never flown! I know if I can't fit on a roller coaster, I'm gonna have issues with a plane. Haven't even bothered trying!
I want to buy clothes in regular stores. As it is, I have to order pants off the internet. :\ very inconvenient, and embarrassing.
AND - I wanna date! I want just a shred of self-confidence to put myself back on the dating market.
That's just a short list!!

I took the Milk Of Magnesia last night and it worked great. No cramps at all. It went down very easy too. Thanks for the advice everyone!

Along with all the great advice already given, I'd like to add, make sure you are well hydrated. Stop softeners & Fiber need Water to work properly. If you are not fully hydrated your body will try to retain all the Water it can. I'm sure you can figure out what affect this will have on your BM.

Congrats on your Approval and so many things on your list I want for myself as well!!!

Oh, I have so much on this list!
I would ilke to:
fit in a booth at a restaurant.
fit in an economy car WITH a seatbelt!
cross my legs
see my collarbones. I KNOW THEY ARE THERE.
Basically, to see all the bones most people see that are covered in fat - like my ankles, kneecaps, etc.
I'd love to ride roller coasters again. I loved them when i was younger, but can't fit on them now.
I want to roller skate again. It was my favorite mode of transportation when I was a kid, but I'm too big and uncoordinated to even try it now.
I'd love to go snorkeling/scuba diving.
Heck, I'd like to FLY somewhere. i've never flown! I know if I can't fit on a roller coaster, I'm gonna have issues with a plane. Haven't even bothered trying!
I want to buy clothes in regular stores. As it is, I have to order pants off the internet. :\ very inconvenient, and embarrassing.
AND - I wanna date! I want just a shred of self-confidence to put myself back on the dating market.
That's just a short list!!

I look forward to making love to my husband without the "applause"..... Haha... You know what I mean????

Did you have surgery? How are you feeling? Wishing you a speedy recovery!

Hi Amanda! I'm Andrea. I am higher weight as well, so high that my Dr. can't weigh me so I don't even know how heavy. I'm guessing 440, but I really just pulled that number out of the clear blue sky. I only know it's over 400.
My goal is also 170 (are you 5'10.5" too? lol). I know it's a lot to lose, but I think as weight comes off, I'll be motivated to exercise more. As it is, I want to, but I'm afraid to push myself too hard. I want it to come naturally, and I think VSG is a happy medium between bypass and band. I don't want nutritional deficits and I don't want a medical implant. If we stay on track, I don't think it's any less possible to lose weight with a sleeve.
I don't have a surgery date, but hopefully it will be soon!
I look forward to hearing more about your journey!

Oh, I have so much on this list!
I would ilke to:
fit in a booth at a restaurant.
fit in an economy car WITH a seatbelt!
cross my legs
see my collarbones. I KNOW THEY ARE THERE.
Basically, to see all the bones most people see that are covered in fat - like my ankles, kneecaps, etc.
I'd love to ride roller coasters again. I loved them when i was younger, but can't fit on them now.
I want to roller skate again. It was my favorite mode of transportation when I was a kid, but I'm too big and uncoordinated to even try it now.
I'd love to go snorkeling/scuba diving.
Heck, I'd like to FLY somewhere. i've never flown! I know if I can't fit on a roller coaster, I'm gonna have issues with a plane. Haven't even bothered trying!
I want to buy clothes in regular stores. As it is, I have to order pants off the internet. :\ very inconvenient, and embarrassing.
AND - I wanna date! I want just a shred of self-confidence to put myself back on the dating market.
That's just a short list!!

Oh, I have so much on this list!
I would ilke to:
fit in a booth at a restaurant.
fit in an economy car WITH a seatbelt!
cross my legs
see my collarbones. I KNOW THEY ARE THERE.
Basically, to see all the bones most people see that are covered in fat - like my ankles, kneecaps, etc.
I'd love to ride roller coasters again. I loved them when i was younger, but can't fit on them now.
I want to roller skate again. It was my favorite mode of transportation when I was a kid, but I'm too big and uncoordinated to even try it now.
I'd love to go snorkeling/scuba diving.
Heck, I'd like to FLY somewhere. i've never flown! I know if I can't fit on a roller coaster, I'm gonna have issues with a plane. Haven't even bothered trying!
I want to buy clothes in regular stores. As it is, I have to order pants off the internet. :\ very inconvenient, and embarrassing.
AND - I wanna date! I want just a shred of self-confidence to put myself back on the dating market.
That's just a short list!!

So exciting to see the lists. So far, I'm "all of the above"!
Amanda Rae

Oh, I have so much on this list!
I would ilke to:
fit in a booth at a restaurant.
fit in an economy car WITH a seatbelt!
cross my legs
see my collarbones. I KNOW THEY ARE THERE.
Basically, to see all the bones most people see that are covered in fat - like my ankles, kneecaps, etc.
I'd love to ride roller coasters again. I loved them when i was younger, but can't fit on them now.
I want to roller skate again. It was my favorite mode of transportation when I was a kid, but I'm too big and uncoordinated to even try it now.
I'd love to go snorkeling/scuba diving.
Heck, I'd like to FLY somewhere. i've never flown! I know if I can't fit on a roller coaster, I'm gonna have issues with a plane. Haven't even bothered trying!
I want to buy clothes in regular stores. As it is, I have to order pants off the internet. :\ very inconvenient, and embarrassing.
AND - I wanna date! I want just a shred of self-confidence to put myself back on the dating market.
That's just a short list!!

Brandydo or do not
there is no try
yoda