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Knowing that I had to do something about my weight which was completely out of control. I made an appointment with Dr. Misra, (Beverly Hills, California) to discuss what options are available for me. I went in with the notion that i was going to do the lapband. After advising Dr. Misra about the ups and downs of my weight issues and I wanted a more "permenent solution" she strongly suggested the Vertical Sleeve with the STARR treatment. Hearing this wonderful option I decided with the advise from my husband and daughter- this was the right choice for me.

My surgery, scheduled July 13th 2o11 in Santa Clarita. Amen the surgery went off without any complications and I was realeased the day after. Coming home was a challenge due to the fact we have stairs in our home. Taking the three days to finally master the courage to walk the steps to go upstairs. I was able to rest more comfortably. The first couple days as you know were dealing with the gas issues and the lack of sleep. Only able to take a couple of sips at a time seemed so odd to me. How am I surviving on just a few sips of Protein? But, I did, and the third week I went to see Dr. Misra and to my surprise I was down 20pds. I was in a state of shock... and since then, I have continued to lose consistly 20pds per month.


I am proud to annouce that as of today I met my 3rd goal of 199. I am so happy that I made this final decesion to do something about my weight issues. Needing to thank all my friends and family for their most incredible support and kind words. And to my friends here on Vertical Sleeve for all their wonderful eamils, suggestions and great advice.

Its now onto the 4th goal. I am hoping to reach my final weight goal of 150 by the end of June of this year. I will keep you all posted on the progress.

Once again... thank you "ALL" for every sweet emails and kind words you have so graciously given me.

Maddy

I am 4 pounds away from getting out of the dreaded 200's. I can't wait. Sleeved on 9/17 at 267 & now at 203. So thrilled. I really want to see the number 199 so badly! I wish I did this ( or even knew about this kind of surgery) years ago. Just felt like sharing.

Finally up to 30 lbs lost since surgery and up to 83lbs lost total! I haven't been having much issues. I even have tried beef, chicken, Pasta and etc. with no ill effects

I finally broke my stall! I have been stalled since 2 weeks post op. I've been bouncing up and down the same 2lbs. Finally I broke the 220's. 218! Woo hoo!

I'm feeling great! I'm down 40 pounds and am getting sooooo close to ONEDERLAND. I started working out this week and my stall ended - back to losing about 1/2 pound a day. Hoping it continues! Taking one month pics soon. Hope everyone else is doing good!

I started puréed a couple days ago, I get that funny pressure sensation, too. I've learned it's my sign to slow down or stop!!

Down 13.8 since surgery. I'm excited but the loss still seems super slow for me. Maybe I'll start measuring inches....I'm wearing jeans today that I wasn't able to fit before surgery.....looking forward to seeing the numbers on the scale go down, down, and down!!!

I am doing surprisingly well but I am having a horrible time trying to get all my liquids in. I feel so full so fast and it lasts. I have been trying to supplement with sugar free popscicles when I can just to get more liquids in. I am so ready to be off liquids and get to even mushy food. I weighed this weekend and was down 16lbs. I am thrilled. I hope everyone else is doing well.

Surgery 8/20....down 102 as of today...wow....did an 8K Turkey Day Morning....I don't know how to behave, friends...I got on an airplane this week and for the first time in 13 years....NO EXTENSION!!
Thanks for all of your support. :Reading your stories has inspired me!!

I thought many of us on this forum would appreciate this!!! So fitting for the first couple of months after surgery! lol

Finally got around to having strained chicken noodle Soup tonight. Best thing I have tasted in so long. Yum!

I've been doing shakes and some soft foods. I get hungry, but it doesn't take much to fill me up. Otherwise, I feel great and already my feet don't hurt anymore!

I haven't been getting hungry as such, but I do get a real drop in energy when I need to eat

I HAVE BEEN DREAMING ABOUT FOOD... I just want a baked potato......

Hey all! Hope everyone is doing great - I'm on all liquids until Dec 5th and looking forward to soft foods.
Wondering if any of you are having diarrhea? I have had it for three days now - called dr. today and he told me to take florastar and Imodium so I thought I'd share that info in case anyone else is having the same problem. Also, if you're able to eat yogurt yet, he said Activia is good for this problem as well.
Down 17 since surgery. Keep up the good work everyone!

I am on the 14th as well. My emotions are all over the place ...I am nervous, excited and scared. I haven't been really scared until today. I guess it is just the fear of the unknown.