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Sorry not trying to scare anyone here. I had my surgery August 10. Right after surgery and until now I am unable to keep down liquids. My surgeon told me I was tight . He used a 38 bougie but he sais that It is not only the size of the bougie but also how the skin is wrapped around it. I have never vomited so much in my life . I vomit up slimy bubbly stuff. Also meds . I am however in no pain. I am going to see him and his team every morning for fluids and meds through IV.. they seem to think i should be better soon. As the swelling will come down. Toay is the first day i feel coherent. I have no depression even having gone through this I am happy with my decision. One og the doctors there have had this done. Any three or four of the girls. The staff is really caring and even came in today for only me. They are very experienced with 20 years experience. Can anyone else share experiences?

Sorry not trying to scare anyone here. I had my surgery August 10. Right after surgery and until now I am unable to keep down liquids. My surgeon told me I was tight . He used a 38 bougie but he sais that It is not only the size of the bougie but also how the skin is wrapped around it. I have never vomited so much in my life . I vomit up slimy bubbly stuff. Also meds . I am however in no pain. I am going to see him and his team every morning for fluids and meds through IV.. they seem to think i should be better soon. As the swelling will come down. Toay is the first day i feel coherent. I have no depression even having gone through this I am happy with my decision. One og the doctors there have had this done. Any three or four of the girls. The staff is really caring and even came in today for only me. They are very experienced with 20 years experience. Can anyone else share experiences?

Way to go! Speedy recovery to you!!!!! You are just about on the loosers bench!

I hope you have a easy recovery. My surgery is the day after your. On Aug 10th. So, you will be ahead of me in recovery a bit! Keep in touch

Wow!!! That is exciting! I am August 10th.

Hope everything continues as a breeze. I am August 10th. Not too far away!

I am five days before you! August 10!

Wow! The Grouse Grind eh? Good for you!!!! Way to go!!!!!

Hi My BMI Is 33. I have tried all diets and always gain it back. If you google weight loss statistics you will see that 95% off all weight loss after following a diet is gained back after 1-5 years. This helped me make my decision. I have better odds with having the surgery than not having it. Heart disease, cancers, diabetes, etc. Good luck with your decision. Read lots! Also obeisety help forum is interesting. Good luck!

Welcome! This site is really helpful.

Way to go Minime. You are awsome! You inspire me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I am August 10th!!!! Just got the call

Wow, thats great!

You sound just like me! I cant wait ti kick this extra weight to the side! I can only guess how much easier 10k will be 70lbs lighter! Geez, might run a marathon.

Another August 10th here!!! Yaaay

I thought it was time to introduce myself. But, first want to thank everyone for answering my questions and providing much needed info for helping me make my decision to have surgery. I am 42 years old. Like many on here have tried every diet known to mankind. I have lost and gained so many times that I had lost count. At first I looked into the lapband. But didnt like the mirid of problems people had. So thats when I heard about the sleeve. I live in BC Canada. Here there is a very long wait for the surgery so I decided to have the surgery in the State of Washington USA. My doctor is Dr.Landerholm at the Pudget Sound Surgical Centre. I have three children a little lovely girl 3 and two boys 15 and 13. My husand is the only person that knows and he is really supportive. I just think for me it is a personal decision. I look forward to reading you stories and chatting along the way. I have so much gratitude to the people that post here especially the regulars who seem to be constantly paying it foward and helping others. Its funny how it always finds a way of coming back to you! Cheers. August 10th! Goooooo AUGUST ALL STARS!!!!

Awaiting a call from my Drs office. She thinks August 10 th will work for my surgery. But has to check with the doctor first. He has to go over the last few tests! I REALLY hope so!!! Because after that he goes away on holidays until mid September!! And my three kids will be keeping overly bizy by then!

I saw that ad too. It was scary. I think it was meant to be. If you look closer and read between the lines it seems to be pushing the lap band. Also, if you displayed any internal body part the way they did it would look scary. I too am the leary type. I Research til no end. But, the risks are low. Yes, there are risks. I just got a call from my BFF she is havivg kidney troubles due to diebetes. I lost my dear dad to it about four years ago. The risks of just living with obesity are nothing to sneeze at. Especially as we get older. I made my decision. I am not fretting over it anymore.

Thanks! As part of my research I went to a WLS Support group. I think I am finally ready to go ahead with it after speaking with many people that have it done. My next apt is August the 3rd for nut and Phyc apt. It might be hard but, I went to the store and tried to carry 60lbs in bagged potatoes a couple of feet and that was hard too! Thanks for your input! Much appreciated!

Are you going to the WLS Support group in New Westminster tonight? Kelle

Are you going to the WLS Support group in New Westminster tonight? Kelle

My dear daughter starts Preschool this fall! I am 42. I don't want to be the fat mom too!

Do you lose half your hair? Or like see the scalp. Is it true 70% of people lose hair? To the point of people other than yourself notice? My doctor didn't offer this info. But the assistant had very thin hair and she had the sleeve. Also, how much sickness should I expect? My doctor told me not many of his patients do. But on here it seems common. Thanks soo much.

Thanks!!! So far. It seems to be a taxing decision for me. I think it might be the right decision though. Everyone seems to think Dr.landerholm is excellent as he is very experienced.

I live in surrey BC, Pudget sound medical centre Dr. Landerholm. Can't make up my mind to do it or not!!!