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So happy I didn't wait another year to have this surgery. Surgery date: May 9, 2012. ; 34lbs lost.

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Yep! Was sleeved May 8 and am 59 yrs. glad I did it and didn't wait to have WLS. I don't react well to anesthesia anytime & this surgery was no different. The first day was rough. But the next morning I was ready to go home and had no problems at all. 5 weeks out and I've lost 23 lbs. so far.

Dr told me not to worry about protein during first week of surgery. During my first follow up appt, I was told to add protein drinks.

Tdh80, I'm so sorry for your complications. You are in my prayers for a speedy recovery. Pls keep us posted on your progress. We want to support you while going through this difficult time.

One of my very dear friends is an MD and totally against WLS surgery. He probably weighs 400 lbs and can hardly walk up a flight of stairs. You should have read his email to me talking about the horrible results of WLS. Well, I didn't listen because I was sleeved on May 8.

Hello Bean406, I just had to respond to you and give you a Big WELCOME because my nickname is Beanie and I live in Houston. I was sleeved on May 8 th--just a day before you by Dr Marvin. I've heard of Dr Yu and understand he is excellent. Were you at Methodist or Memorial City hospital? I'm still in the full liquids stage. Last night my friend & I went to Olive Garden. I ordered one of the cream soups. Ate the liquid, not the chunks. I've also started eating the baby sized yogurt--the ones very low in sugar & high in Protein. My tummy still favors warm over cold foods. One of my favorite food -- inside of baked potato. Wishing you continued success. P.S. Don't know where you're stayin in Houston, but Jenni's Noodle House Restaurant has some wonderful soups.

Prayers and white lights sent your way, dear sleeve friend!

Jimmy, I can promise you will heal better at home. So glad you are feeling a little better. Remember "baby steps" will get you to full recovery. We have all been so concerned about you. Glad you are better, sleeve buddy!!

Welcome! Take care of yourself during recovery. Sounds like you are doing great!

Your chest hurting is the gas. I felt like an elephant was sitting on my chest. When I complained about it, they did an EKG and a chest X-ray. All normal.

Ladies with the headaches: could it be a caffeine headache? We're you a caffeine drinker prior to surgery? Also, are you getting 64 oz of fluids--you might need to focus on fluids.

Mary and my sleeve friend, Jimmy, I'm Praying for you both. Jimmy is right---this is just an inconvenience & you are already on the "loser's bench" with the rest of us. Please know we are thinking of you and pray for your speedy recovery! Hugs & white light going your way.

Prayers & God's healing going your way.

My surgeon told me to crush my anti-depressant. Is there a reason NOT to crush? I will have to take mine crushed until I can swallow a pill.

Welcome! Continue to use this site as an additional tool to yur sleeve.

Ladies, I'm praying and thinking of you during your journy. Hugs!

Those in laws are horrible busy bodies. What do they care as long as you and your husband are happy. Dang nosy in laws!

Those in laws are horrible busy bodies. What do they care as long as you and your husband are happy. Dang nosy in laws!

I've chosen to tell anyone who asks and I will not keep it a secret. People in general need to hear more about WLS---instead of keeping it a dark secret. Of course, there will will always be those who will judge--those people are the ignorant ones. Would you believe two friends I graduated with, who are doctors now, told me not to do the surgery because "it's not proven to be successful" and that "so many people's lives change for the worse afterwards". BTW, they both could use WLS. I didn't listen to them and made my own decision. It is such a personal decision--only each individual can make.

I'm so sorry for this "bump" in the road for you. It will get better though. You are in my prayers for a positive attitude and to quickly get behind this. Hugs being sent to you.

Congrats. I know you will do fine. Pls post an update after surgery, when you can!

Sharon, I will try to find the FB page. So far no luck. Is it called May 2012 Sleevers? My name is Bridgett.

Is the FB page called May Sleevies?

I can't wait til my butt gets boney. Was sleeved on May 8 and have been dealing with a butt so big I could set an extra place setting for Thanksgiving dinner on it! And I'm less than 5 ft tall! The butt and thighs are my nightmare.