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Same here went to a new bariatric surgeon they did the scope with in a week of my appointment and found I had a hernia and slipped band I wish I wouldnt have waited so long to go to the doc waited 2 years, I am having revision surgery band to sleeve;) Good Luck to you!!!
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That's, why I weighing out the options I have read many people that have the revision from band to sleeve have had mostly complications due leaks so they end up having the bypass to correct it. So I was thinking maybe the bypass would be best... Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

You're not alone. I'm 5 weeks post op and had the exact same feelings! I didn't realize how mentally challenging this process was going to be. I knew I was an emotional eater, but I didn't realize how much I associated comfort with taking a big bite of food.
It's starting to get easier now that I can eat real food again. I just keep thinking how in a couple of months we'll be saying "it was the best decision I ever made" like so many other sleevers! Hang in there, it does get better!
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I would try to limit your carb intake that will probably help tremendously good luck to you!
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I rarely take pictures but when I realized how much different I looked I had to.
I feel like a different person after 6 months.

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Here is a picture of what they look like
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I'm glad you are doing well that is great!!! My date changed to the 13th of Dec, 2 week pre op diet starts on the 30th that's the nerve racking part lol.....
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Thank you for your help and info it helps to just check to make sure my Dr. Is doing things that others think of. Dr.s are not perfect and over look things all the time Sent from my LGLS992 using the BariatricPal App

I'm scheduled for the 16th of Dec as well:) also revision band to sleeve. Good Luck To You!!!!!
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My surgery date is set for December 16th with blossom, if all goes as planned.. fingers crossed!!!!! Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

I would try to limit your carb intake that will probably help tremendously good luck to you!
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That's, why I weighing out the options I have read many people that have the revision from band to sleeve have had mostly complications due leaks so they end up having the bypass to correct it. So I was thinking maybe the bypass would be best... Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

I bet you can tell..You can see it in your face pics..Sometimes we are just 2 hard on ourselves !!! Keep up the great work!! Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

You are not the only one with the same fear and thoughts I am planning in having the sleeve main reason the though of the hunger hormone being cut out I'd very appealing to me;) I too have had horrible results complications with lap band ugh...This the reason for the revision, I was researching the by pass as well same reason as you!! I know many people that have had the by pass including 4 family members and a few friends out of say 8.. 2 gained their weight back Also, a good friend had the sleeve 2 years ago and has lost 100 lbs although she didnt previously have the band I know truly is on how we change our eating habits a d finding the right tool to help and the band sucked!!! I never found my sweet spot and was ALWAYS HUNGRY!!!! I have read the sleeve complication section and see most people with complications have to have a by pass so..... I'm glad you posted this because it will be interesting to hear more suggestions and I agree I want to get this one right this time...
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Hi everyone!
I had the lap band in 2015 and thought I would be completely different within a year. I initially started to lose weight but even at the beginning felt like I shouldn't be able to eat as much as I could. I was constantly hungry and felt like I was starving all the time. I had several adjustments and even got to the max allowement then had to have it drained because I couldn't even drink Water.. It was aweful!
My heaviest weight was 289.7 and I didn't even realize it! I seen a picture of myself and had no idea who that person was. I am 5'8 and have always been told that I'm curvy and look "good" so it never occurred to me that I was actually that big since I carry my weight well. Don't get me wrong, I knew I was a big girl but still felt like I wasn't that bad. My horrible motto and cop out was, "You can fix chubby but you can't fix ugly!" How horrible right?? Smh..
Well, I had pain, brusing on my belly button and could no longer hold down real food. But let me tell you that chips and candy went down super easy. I ate the big Reece's cups everyday! I felt like a complete and total failure and started feeling like everyone who loves me was being nice to me and telling me I was beautiful because they knew my heart.
I am currently 33 and was 17 when my beautiful mother died and 19 when my amazing father died. I raised my 2 brothers and 1 sister when that happened and worked 3 jobs to make sure we had a roof over our heads. I sang in a band for many years and always felt like the fat girl. I even had a miscarriage 5 years ago that devastated me to the core. I was tired, and tired of being tired.
Last week, October 19th I changed my life!! I had the revision to sleeve!! Let me tell you the honest raw uncut truth... I NEVER EXPECTED THIS! My amazing, supportive fiancé got me a scale yesterday as a surprise. I almost felt like maybe my doctor didn't actually do the sleeve since I don't notice any changes. I went into surgery at 281.7 and I weighed myself this morning at 262.4!!!!! I AM IN AWE!!
I go to the doctor today for a follow up and am honestly in pain (mostly super tenderness) and man oh man do I want a cheeseburger.. Lol.. But this has been all worth it! I know that if I stay focused, stay connected, stay honest and give my all.. I will have amazing results! This site has been so inspirational. I have literally been reading stuff all night!! Haha.. I had to tell everyone a part of my story and really stay accountable.
Thank you for reading my extremely long story. I hope that someone out there can relate and feel encouraged. My new motto is, "Live the life that you want to live and live it well!"
Bee
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Everything was submitted to insurance on Friday and they have 5 days to give you an answer and I am not patient at all lol its so hard not to call them everyday and ask if they have an update yet. I am just staying strong in prayer and hoping that it is approved so I can start my new life and journey. Please sprinkle me with some patience dust lol

I'm about 4.5 months out. Lost 75lbs. Started at 276; I was 201 this morning. Today was the last day for the MD Renn Faire so I just had to go. I took a picture last year but didn't share it with anyone because I thought it looked terrible. I had another picture taken today and I just can't believe how much of a change there was. Last year I was wearing a 46" corset. The one from this year was a 36".
Oh and my hair is a hot mess in this, but that should be expected after being outside all day. Can't wait to see where I am next year!

I'm a few days shy of my 4 months and I had another NSV! In May when I went on my honeymoon, I was one chicken nugget away from needing a seatbelt extender on the plane. Today, I flew to Washington DC by myself for work and this!


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if your like me it doesn't take that much to gain 7 lbs I can look at a brownie and gain 10 lbs!
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if your like me it doesn't take that much to gain 7 lbs I can look at a brownie and gain 10 lbs!
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Try Isopure drinks they are the same consistency as Water not thick like a Protein shake... the taste is kind of an acquired taste, but that might help you guys get your Protein. oh, ya you can get them at GNC.
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yay for you good luck!!!
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I was banded 4 years ago and I am having a revision surgery to the sleeve same here yo yoed, but I have had nothing but complications with it I was never able to find my sweet spot it was either to tight or loose. I also
vomit alot because many of the food that I eat get stuck also the I have a hernia and my band has slipped;( looking forward to getting the sleeve. Also, just because o had problems doesn't mean you will;) Just do as much research as possible!! I bought small cups, plated, forks and spoons etc made sure to stock up on Protein products such as drinks and powders a food processor or Ninja is good to have around as well also a food scale and measuring cups I always made it habit to carry a bottle of Water everywhere I went..... Good luck!
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I was banded 4 years ago and I am having a revision surgery to the sleeve same here yo yoed, but I have had nothing but complications with it I was never able to find my sweet spot it was either to tight or loose. I also
vomit alot because many of the food that I eat get stuck also the I have a hernia and my band has slipped;( looking forward to getting the sleeve. Also, just because o had problems doesn't mean you will;) Just do as much research as possible!! I bought small cups, plated, forks and spoons etc made sure to stock up on Protein products such as drinks and powders a food processor or Ninja is good to have around as well also a food scale and measuring cups I always made it habit to carry a bottle of Water everywhere I went..... Good luck!
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