My Sleeved Tummy

I had my vertical sleeve gastrectomy November 6, 2012. It's been a week...and I'm happy to report that the worst is behind me (I'm hoping!). I've started a blog, My Sleeved Tummy, to chronicle my adventures while I attempt to lose weight and gain control of my life. You can find my blog at: www.mysleevedtummy.com I hope you give it a visit! Maybe our stories are similar? All the best!

Like you, I really suffered with nausea. I had my surgery a week ago, and the nausea has finally subsided today. It was so bad that I would try and suck on one tiny ice chip and instantly get sick. Some things that helped me (aside from the medication) were quease ease sticks (they're little pen like things with essential oils) and breathing. I'd try to focus on my breaths and control those until the horrible feeling would finally subside. Glad you're feeling better now!

I was wondering if anyone else has experienced difficulty losing weight before surgery? My doctor hasn't specified a specific amount of weight he'd like me to lose, just told me that I can not gain. I have to attend a 12 week program (having surgery @ Mayo Clinic, and have Mayo insurance as well) and have just completed week 7. So far, my weight has stayed exactly the same. Not even a 0.01 change in pounds. I'm frustrated because I'm watching what I eat and I'm getting in activity. Has anyone else had a similar experience? Part of me wonders if I'm subconsciously sabotaging myself? I get kind of scared sometimes of what life will be like when (if) I have the surgery...and notice I've been feeling a little anxious--not sure exactly why though.

I'm also from Rochester, and going through the LEARN program at Mayo for surgery. I'm not sure if I will have bypass or sleeve, but I'm leaning towards sleeve at this point. Who is your surgeon? Kendrick?