sunshinegurl

I had sleeve surgery 12/2012. Fantastic results! However, I am finding that I can eat much more now. I feel I need to go back in to have my sleeve checked out to make sure all is well. They recommended me to return post-op, however, this was the last thing on my mind! I've had a wake-up call when I realized that I have gained 20 lbs back in the last 2 years. Has anyone else had to have a revision? I do NOT want to go through this again, but for my health, I can suck it up and go back. By the way, I NEVER thought I'd be experiencing this. My fat clothes are long gone and I'm running out of things to wear!

Thank you so much for your help! This does make sense to me!

Thank you!!

Hummm, I have never heard of a sleeve re-set diet? I contacted my surgeon late last night and told him about my concerns. He said he wants me to come back into the office. Please don't be alarmed about you! It was the best decision of my life...I'm just very worried now because of the weight gain!

Hi~ I also have AT&T. Depending on where you get your surgery done, they should have a phone in your room w/ a local #. I called out on my room phone all the time (I was alone). I also received calls to my room. Of course the Marriott was having "issues" w/ their wi-fi connection (to apple devices) while I was there. But they also have a toll free # where you can have people call & they forward to your room. Surprisingly, I texted all the time and the only difference was about $10 while I was in Mexico. I was afraid to look at my bill! Best of luck to you!!

Hi everyone! Today marks 3 weeks since my surgery & my eyes are nearly swollen shut. I woke up with my eyes feeling irritated on saturday morning. Each day is getting worse. I also feel a bit of tenderness under my ears, right where my jaw line ends. I'm reminded to keep drinking water/fluids. I also left a message for my doctor this a.m. I pointed out my eyes to my bf yesterday & he was saying I looked Asian (I'm white). When I asked him if i looked better today he said "no! Please call that doctor". Doctor has been called. I've never had puffy eyes like this in my life ~not even after a big cryfest the night before. Has anybody else experienced this? Thanks.

Well being 3 weeks out from surgery who wouldn't blame every "ailment" on "the procedure"?? I went to the doc & found out I had a really bad case of conjunctivitis. This was also causing my lymph nodes just under my ear(s) pain while fighting the infection. After I totally stumped the surgeon & staff, I guess I'd better give him a call back. Thanks for "listening"!

Thank you everyone. Today is a new day. I did not experience the same pain I did the night before last. Thank God. The doc stated what you all said: to take it easy. I was told no more than 30 lbs in 3 weeks. I have been repeating that "rule" to my family, & thanks to you all~ the weight limit has been lowered. What a wake up call. If I can be an example, take head...& take it easy! It's so hard when you are used to living your life a certain way. I'm a "do-er", care taker, I have a precious child with special-needs. Well, now mom has her own special needs. This is the first time I've done something for me. I was so scared that I screwed it all up--by doing too much. Luckily, I get another swing at this! I am not going to mess it up. Funny, yesterday I did n-o-t-h-i-n-g at all & my daughter was a bit upset w/ me. Finally, she talked to my mom & next thing you know she brought me a drink & took my temp. Today, I'm aiming to get out of the house to go to lunch-but that's it! I doubt I'll even tote my purse around... I'm such a cheap date anyway with my broth/soup! Thanks everyone for your advice. I underestimate how much was done during this major surgery. Ignorance is bliss until you cry out in pain! Cheers to healing!

Hi All~ This forum has been really helpful for me. Now I am having an "issue" & I wonder if anyone else can relate or help to ease my mind/worry level. I had sleeve surgery on December 17th. At the time they had to fix a hiatal hernia as well. Besides the regular after-effects, I feel like I've been plugging along in the healing process fine.... Until last night. Somewhere in the middle of the night I would turn over (to either side) & feel the worst pain on my left side. Almost like a huge bubble beginning at the bottom of my stomach & working its' way up to the top & "popping"-like? When it "popped" it hurts! This happened also after swallowing a large amount of saliva. By the time morning came, I broke down and cried quietly. Terrible night sleep! I take the prescribed antacid twice daily. Yesterday I know I did too much. I went to Sea World & battled the crowds. Then after I helped an elderly lady take care of her horse. I felt like I didn't lift over 25 lbs- but I'm a bad judge. All along I have been doing okay, but now I am very worried. Anyone else felt this??? I put a message into the surgeon & hopefully he will give me pointers. I don't want to take more pain meds- I stopped that as soon as I returned home, as I couldn't sleep well. And here I thought I was doing so well! : ( Any advice/insight, I'd appreciate. Love this forum and all you down to earth sleevers. Thanks in advance~

Iggychic, You crack me up! For sure, no more! I guess I shouldn't tell on myself even more by nearly falling at snow world holding my daughter's hand (phew) AND all the while having a service dog with us I was "jockeying" thru the crowds climbing to the top bleachers for shows. I was feeling So good. But I didn't get in all my protein and H2O either. The bubble pain was/is weird. Ooowie! And a huge wake up call, as I've been glued to my bed all day. Humbling to say the least. Thanks for all the insight.

This is my first time (I think) posting. Is anyone going to be sleeved by Dr. Ariel Ortiz next Monday-yikes!! December 17?? I'm going alone and as I "try" to rest my mind and sleep, I find myself combing through some posts. So far- I haven't been able to find a single sleeve sister or brother to share in this journey. I'll be arriving Monday a.m and returning on the 20th. Staying at the Marriott. Does anyone know if other hospitals put their patients up at the Marriott as well? Would love to know!

Hi anyone who can help!! I have to report in first thing in the morning for my new sleeve. I'm in pain! I woke up this morning & head is pounding. I have always taken Motrin on the rare occasions i had a headache in the past. I started getting a headache on Friday & called & left e-mail for my coordinator re: headaches & taking Motrin. But no return call. I threw caution to the wind & had tylenol... Which hasn't helped. I am hydrated. Does anyone know if I can take Motrin? I don't want to have any complications. But I can't get comfortable enough to even pack!!

tessies, I'm going to mexico on Monday morning all by myself. I grew up living in San Diego (still do). It's a different country...clearly, hello? But I had a lot of fun going down there and noticing those differences traveling around. Now things have changed requiring a passport, etc. But after booking my appointment, I'm glad that my local family won't be able to go. Just me! The hospital is Sooo close to the border too. I wish I had a sleeve buddy too tho~

Bayareanan, I love hearing the brave women who have traveled in my "future shoes". Thanks. Especially the part that says I am in good hands. I have so much to GAIN -- by losing (weight).... But if I'm not in good hands, there are so many LOSING. For one, I felt like this is the most selfish thing I could do~ after all, I am a single mom. But you know what? I'm doing it for me, my future, my ability to care for my child with special needs. I'm a spontaneous gal anyway, but I had this figured out quick. It's the one week where I won't have my child (she'll be on vacation with her father). I can focus on me & my healing process. Definitely less tortery than sitting around worried sick. Humm? Maybe I just "got" why my mom is acting the way she is : / Thanks for the encouragement... I appreciate it!

Hoosiergirl~ me too!! I'm a bit, ok, a lotta bit...nervous! I wish I knew of someone to go through this with me.But if ever there is a bonding experience- this is it! Thanks Bye Bye for letting me know I may be in encouraging company at the Marriott. I keep telling myself that I'll be fine and don't want anyone (family, bf, & my own self!) to make me question for a moment,, my resolution to change my life. Bring it on!