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My coordinator has scheduled my dtr's revision from band to sleeve with a Dr Juan Arellano. We are having issues trying to find/get info on this surgeon. We would feel much better if we had info that would allow us to make a more informed decision.We would greatly appreciate anything any of you could tell us. This is too serious not to go into the surgery informed. Thank you so much. A concerned/nervous mom & dtr.

Hi, I am back on the forum after being totally away for over 2 yrs. I was sleeved April 2009. I had a very normal journey. It was very hard but "I followed the rules" . It was NOT easy but I have had no complications. My start wt was 332 and I have held/maintained my wt at 180# with in 5 # until Dec of 2011. I have gained 10-15 # and not having success at getting it off. Decided I had to get my mind more centered so I came back to the forum. I have not seen any posters that I recognize but I'm sure there are some around from 3 yrs ago. I am now able to eat more and guess what? I obviously am. I can eat most things. I will share what I am eating as a veteran sleever.For Breakfast I have the chocolate costco Premier Protein drink in 8 oz of coffee. It makes it a coffee mocha type drink. I have 1/4- 1/2 slice of toast. I don't like crusts so I cut the crusts off. I have cold steamed veggies or cheese stick and 5 rice crackers mid morning. lunch is 2-4 oz of protein & 1/2 cup veggies. dinner same type meal. I have something crunchy for snack at night. I eat 6 times a day. I don't get hungry but I get light headed if I don't eat every 2-3 hrs. I agree with what has been posted. First off congrats on ALL your achievements. You have done great. I also suggest you start over with the 5 Day Pouch Diet and then follow your original dr's guidelines. That is kinda what I plan to do. I WANT my 180 # mark on scale again. This gain has to stop. Good luck to you. Hope to see you post your steps to success. I would love to hear from other veteran sleevers. Carolnphx.

You have done so well. You have to be proud of your success. Awesome job eating out for those days. It had to be hard. Good luck on getting ready for your cruise.

See, age is an issue for me also, I am now 63:thumbup1: a very cool 63 thank you, but, I was worried about the "senior" thing. I have been out of town for a few weeks and have not posted so you might not recognise me. I was 63 when I had my sleeve in April. I now have lost 98#'s and am doing super. All my blood work is now in normal range and I am able to do so much more than before. My breathing is good and I haven't used my inhaler in months. You will be so glad you have made this decision. Good luck on your journey.

So glad you are home and doing well. Take care of yourself and keep us posted. carol

I was 63 when I had my surgery 4 months ago. I had/have absolutely no problems. I have lost 77# as of today and 12 pre surgery. I feel great. B/P down, cholesterol down and today I went shopping and got size 16-18 tops instead of the 3-4 X's that I was wearing before surgery. We are not too old. We just needed the second chance. WLS is it. Do your research and definetely have the surgery. Everybody deserves to have a slimmer life. We have all missed out on so much for way too long.

Definitely go to have gone to Dr anyway. Will help with documentation for TT.

I was on Atkins type diet for a week as recommended by Dr Aceves group. I lost 12 # pre surgery.

I too sip Water with my meals. I was always a 3-4 glass drinker with meals pre surgery. I might have 1-2 oz max at meals now. My glass might be 1/2 to 3/4 inches down at end of meal at the most. As far as regular drinking I cannot do cold drinks. I can only put 1 maybe 2 ice cubes in a 16 oz glass. If more I get spasms. Is not worth it. Hurts too bad.

Well, I just spent the day shopping for my trip next week to my banded dtr's in KS. I was a 3-4X top and 26-28 bottom before WLS. Let me tell you. I bought 16-18 tops and a 16-18 sweat outfit with a "hoodie" mind you. I was flying high. People thought I was crazy. I was turning in circles and "Yahooing" all over the place. (not quietly either) My husbsand just stood there and laughed at me. Was really fun. I didn't buy much because I still have 35-40# to go yet but what a nice feeling. Makes all the effort worth while. What a nice NSV.

ADNK, bummer, I am so sorry to hear this. At least you got in and got it checked and are getting care and treatment. Lots of luck to you in your recovery.

Oh, that is super. How fun it would be to say that. I might still have end with "asshole" under my breath. Well, maybe in a soft whisper. :thumbup1:

Whiterice, I am so sorry. That would be infuriating. However, I agree with AJW. Down the way a dab you will be georgous and he will still be an ass. You can have a nice smirk about that every time you walk by his house. What a sence of satisfaction that will be. As you said too bad the kids were with you but now that you will have had time to think about it you will have "an appropriate reply" if the situation comes up again.

I totally understand your feelings. I have had them and still do at times. I truely miss eating. It hit again the other day at a restaurant when I was eating my little dab. I even teared up and had to really work hard not to cry there in the middle of everybody. I just missed eating so much right then. Like you tho I would do the sleeve again in a heart beat but here are mental things that I have to work through or around. I am so happy with my results as I know you are. It is all worth while. Hang in and this will all work out. Carol

Oh my word. I think I would die on the spot. I think I will be a foot tapper and and hand clapper on the side lines. Would be a hoot. I think my age is showing...-

Oh my word, Chancie, what awesome pics. You look absolutely marvelous. I am so happy for you. Thanks for sharing the pictures.

I agree about trying warmer liquids. I still cannot do cold liquids. I get discomfort/spasms when I drink cold liquids. I can only tolerate 1 ice cube if any in a 16 oz glass and I am 4 months post surgery. Keep trying different things. You will find what works for you.

Bob, we can always count on you for a laugh concerning our bodily functions. I lol and then read to my husband. He just shakes your head.

I agree. I could only eat 3 or 4 small bites also when I moved into mushies. I wondered what I had done to myself. It does get better but that is very normal, I think. Even now 4 1/2 months out from surgery the volume of food is very small. It is amazing how little I can eat but that is OK. I eat my Protein 1st to make sure I get the 60 grams minimun in. I work hard to keep my protein level up. It takes planning because our stomachs are so small.

Lan2k, Does your Mother by any chance use the computer? If so, what I found helpful when I was gathereing info and wanted to educate my husband on WLS was I copied and sent him things that people on this site had written. I told him ahead of time that I wanted to share the info I was finding with him. I e-mailed him the things I thought would ease his mind. He could read at his own time...usually in middle of night.... and then we would discuss later. It helped him allot and he then had informed questions that we could work through. He was a firm supporter when my time for surgery came. Just a thought.

I haven't had greens in years. I am going to fix some this week end. Thanks for the idea.

Hi Tiffy, I just got on here and saw your success story. Wow...That is awesome and your pics are super. I agree the facial shots are unbelievable. Way to go...!!

YaHoo....on your scale movement. It is so hard to wait for our body to kick in. Fingers crossed for a big loss.

Kromrider, I am so glad hear your surgery went well. I am sorry you had the pain but glad they got the meds set up for you. Good luck on your recovery and your WL journey. Take it easy and keep us posted. You are going to be so pleased with your decision for WLS.