Nicole0110

So they are coming out of the woodwork...... I have been to two events over the last 2 weekends and everyone is now calling me and texting me to either see what I have done or am I sick. My best friend for whom I didn't tell, told me not to lose anymore weight because I was looking sick. Have you seen my last pic. I have been sick must of my life.. I was sick and dying earlier this year bedridden d/t my heart and now everyone wants to come out and be oh so concerned about me. I chose not to tell anyone because everyone I told was against it... now that I have lost over 80 lbs they want to show their heads. I am so happy now, I love the compliments but for the ones, my so called friends and family that didn't care about me then...why do you care now... Only a hand full of people did I tell about my surgery and I am happy about that decision. It is no ones business and it will stay that way. Thanks for letting me vent.

p.s I purchased a dress 2 weeks ago for my son's wedding and had to to take it back Sat morning because it was falling off of me... I am now in a size 12 and loving every minute of it.

Hello You Go Girl!!

I now the feeling, nosy women and nosy people that just want to gossip. I was soooooo torn up when I came out of surgery if I should tell people at my job or not. I am NYC teacher so I planed my surgery over the summer break. I cried ALOT about this, but then again I cried alot in general about this surgery (maybe its just me and i am sensitive lol) I went back to work in sept. and was down 50 pounds. I decided if I just say yes I had surgery and don't go deep into conversation about it then it would shut up the gossiping. I figured how could people gossip if I am telling you from the door that I had weight loss surgery. OOOHHHH was I in for a rude awakening!! I work with 99.999% women not a single woman came up to me and said a damn thing yet they were all asking and talking behind my back. The few that eventually did ask I said yes i had surgery, are you teaching math 2nd period. I got all kinds of responses. A women came up to me and said that people are only paying me attention because I have a body!!! I had to remember this negativity isn't for ME its their own battles inside that they are fighting and I just happen to be the punching bag! I also had to remind myself not everyone is going to be happy that you are losing weight. The world is filled with all kinds of sick and twisted people. I remember a woman in my doctors office saying that you're going to see men treating you very different after surgery. I haven't experienced that yet and I hope I don't cause I am not sure how I would respond. lolol...

Hello,

Jan 23rd will be my 6 month mark. I feel like the time just flies by! You look great! you should Celebrate, Enjoy!

you look great!

Sleeved on July 30th and I've hit a stall. I haven't even lost an ounce in over a week. This whole month I only lost 9lbs. I'm getting really discouraged and it's aggravating because I feel like I'm not where I should be at this point. Unfortunately my gym membership is no longer affordable so I can't sweat it out. Does anyone have any effective workout routines I can do at home or a little advice?

Hello,

I was sleeved on July 23rd I have slowed down. I was dropping a pound a day or a pound and a half and now around and about 10lbs this past month. When we first start there a lot more weight to come off, which is why is comes off faster. I like zumba, you can youtube full workouts and trust me they work you out! lol..I am actually getting into the P90X. I am not sure if they are on youtube as a whole workout but its more for toning which is what I am looking for. Those arms and thighs lolol. DON'T GET DISCOURAGED!!!!!!!! you're doing awesome! try a youtube video a few times a week and se eif that jump starts your loss.

This is such a great thread. I'm pre op and just knowing I will more than likely run the gamut of these emotions, and that it's perfectly normal makes the surgery much easier to face. My husband has already mentioned since I'm doing so well right now on the diet why have surgery. I started at 268.6lbs and this morning weighed in at 230.4lbs. I'm 5'3.5" and I started dieting on oct 19 after my first class. I am feeling pretty good about my success and it would be pretty easy to chicken out and rationalize that I am doing ok and can continue on, except for the fact that I've done it over and over again. I think to myself this isn't about removing part of my stomach, it's about removing my yoyo. That lose-gain-lose again-gain again that has been my pattern my whole adult life. I lost 80 lbs about 10 yrs ago. I felt wonderful! I remember being able to jog, go hiking, walk in sandy beaches without feeling like dying. Being able to sit in a chair with my legs under me, so many positive things. All those things didn't stop me from gaining my weight back plus an extra 40 lbs. now I have 2 grand babies and I very much want to be able to make sure they grow up as physically active individuals. I want them to know that outdoor activities are the norm not the exception because I think a huge part of my problem is a sedentary lifestyle. It's a vicious circle. Too lazy to be active so I stay indoors but then I put on weight so it's hard for me to do anything so I stay inside even more and gain more weight. I want to learn to respect my body and in the process teach them to respect theirs. Anyway, I'm going to work on mentally preparing myself for those first few weeks. I need to talk to my hubby and tell him what will likely happen so he's not caught off guard if I have a melt down or two and just try and keep my eye on the prize. Spring will be here before we know it and I have plans for the skinnier healthier me.

Hello,

I think a huge stress reliever for you is that you are already exploring the emotions and the change that WILL happen in your life. This surgery is an emotional one. I spent plenty of nights crying, wondering if what I am doing is right and ten thousand other questions. The main issue is that you don't let all the doubt and fear change your mind. When something is new and scary, its human nature to run for the hills but this decision we all made here is to live a healthier life. Most important this decision is for US!!! I am sure many of us as the "heavy person" became the one that carries everyone else's crap and find ourselves almost feeling guilt when we want or have to do something for ourselves. One (there were many) of the biggest lessons I learned through this journey is I have to come first. best of luck

Hi Nicole,

Pain started bottom of right rib cage. As time passed it got worse. On Christmas Eve I was in so much pain I called my dr. The pain had radiated to my right shoulder blade in my back.

Two days ago I had an abdominal ultrasound. Results today was cholesterol gallstones. I was told not to eat anything with fat. From what I'm learning from my experience this is common with rapid weightloss.

Hello Snow,

I think thats why my doctor wanted the tests done because of the rapid weight loss. Knock on wood, I haven't experienced any pain. Rather be safe then sorry. I will keep you posted.

Wishing you great results on your test.

Hello everyone! Congrats to us all for changing our lives. I was sleeved on July 3rd and on surgery day I weighted 246lbs I now weight 160lbs. I can maybe eat 4 oz. a day but I also workout 3-4 times a week. I'm trying to get more food in but can't seem to do it. I get full really fast. I'm eating slow but still get full fast. I eat my Protein first always then some fruit, but always just bites. I hope everything is ok with me, I feel awesome too and look great. Plus, my husband is enjoying the new energy I have. Life's great!

Hello,

I am the same way! I refuse to get sick or vomit so when my body says "we are full" I push the plate away even if its two spoonfuls. I think a big part is knowing your body and knowing your limits and not pushing them. Great work!

Hello,

Stay positive! Its key to your success! Of course like anything there will be ups and downs, but its just new and we have to readjust! Enjoy your Christmas dinner! keep me posted!

My regrets or buyer's remorse was short lived, but I did have them. I was sleeved at 272 lbs on 4/23/12. At first the food restriction was shocking, my brain wanted to eat more, but tummy screamed, "no room!" I learned to only eat what volume felt ok, and save the rest for later. As the fat melts away, for me the biggest visible difference was at 4-6 months out when my clothes were no longer wearable. Today I am at 198-Onederland!!! People are shocked at my visible change, I get called thin or skinny, I can cross my legs, curl up in a chair like a little kid, I feel wonderful! The lbs are moving slower now, so I must pick up the work outs to get to goal. I now eat what I want, but in smaller portions, and although I don't say it, am nauseated and shocked at the heaping plates I see people devour. My normal has changed and I only regret that I did it at age 50 and not at 30! Many yrs being more active with my kids and not being "the fat mom" could have been nice! Thanks for listening, guess I needed to vent. Best wishes, take the Vitamins, increase the Protein and Water, and move! Moving has been hardest, no time, blah, blah, blah..... and my body has lost weight despite my laziness! I will get moving and rock my sleeve in 2013!

Hello,

I say this all the time as well, it becomes normal! I think thats the beauty of it. I remember 2 months after i was sleeved I went to a diner and seeing the waiter bring this huge plate of food over, where in the past I would eat all of that and an appetizer and drink two or three ice teas, made em nervous. I ate what my stomach allowed me to eat and took the rest home. I think after a while it just becomes natural and normal. Best wishes and you're sooo right ROCK YOUR SLEEVE!!! lol

I'm only asking you this because I went to through this as well.

How many times have you tried to lose weight only to loose and then probably gain it back plus some?

I think we are all here bc we couldn't keep the weight off. The biggest thing is hate is that I can't have a coke from McDonald's! I do miss eating big meals but I'm slowly learning that I don't need all that food we used to eat to survive.

My thought process is slowly changing the further I go.

Hello,

There will always be something you will regret but we have all been upset or depressed about our "start" weight and now that we have taken the steps to change that our lives and habits have to change and its just a readjustment period. In the beginning I felt that I would never be able to enjoy food, let alone ever go out and have lunch or dinner with friends but in time you become more secure in what you can eat and you will be able to just 4oz of it! It seems weird but also remember we all did this for us and our health and if someone else has something negative to say about it or put you down, screw them! You are on the road to a healthy future. Best wishes!

Hello,

One Of the most mixed feelings is cleaning out the closet! I am 5 months post opt and I made a promise I wouldn't by new clothes till a year after surgery or I feel I am staying level. People at my job and my father started saying my clothes were hanging on me and I looked ridiculous. I went from a 4X top to now a XL. I had to get rid of them. I was going to try and sell them because I had SOOOOO much but the aggravation and hassle was too much. I filled 9 huge garbage bags and donated them to the church. I didn't keep anything in big sizes because I was afraid if i kept it I would feel its ok to go back. Its a psychological journey, the whole surgery is mental. I told my surgeon the actual surgery was the easy part but the mental changes and emotional change that comes with it is the hard part. Best of luck to you!

Hello,

Did anyone notice a difference in preference of hot or cold drinks or even food? I can only stand hot (luke warm) in the morning and everything else has to be freeeeeeezzzzzing! filled to the brim with ice. I was told that any time the stomach is cut the hormones change and the chemistry of the stomach changes, hence the taste buds or what you want to pit in the stomach. I was living off humus for the first few months. Humus and freezing cold water! lol

Have any of you experienced issues with taste? I seem to dislike the taste of anything I eat, especially sugary things(which is good), but it is a little disappointig because nothing tastes good(except for fruit).

Hello,

I am 5 months post opt and sugary things make my mouth sweat and leave this sour rotten taste, which is why after i experienced that taste I gave up sugar.

Hi,

My sense of smell and taste was greatly enhanced after surgery.It stayed like that for about 7 months.The smell thing is better now.Food smells really nice to me now and I dont smell the bad smells as intensely anymore but the taste issue have ruined anything with sugar in it for me for good I think,thank goodness.Sweet stuff tastes revolting to me.

It does get a bit better though.

Hello,

I never experienced the bionic smell but my taste buds changed. Since the day I came home from surgery all I wanted was lemons and vinegar. Now I am 5 months post opt and I drink hot Water with fresh lemons squeezed in it, I eat grape fruits 2-3 times a week and every night take a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar. This may sound crazy but our taste buds do change when the stomach is cut. I was never a sweet eater to begin with but my tastes for bitter or tart flavors are so enhanced that thats all I want to eat. My surgeon and NUT both agree as long as its not causing acid reflux, theres alot worse things I could be having a taste for lemons aren't THAT bad! lol

Hello

I am new here, I was sleeved July 23rd 2012 at Lutheran Hospital in Brooklyn. Dr.Ferzli did my surgery. Great hospital and great surgeon and great team! He has a Brooklyn office in Bay Ridge and a office in Staten Island

Well I'm 5 1/2 months out, July 11th. Found out today I need to have gallbladder surgery. Jan 7th

Anybody else dealing with this? I've lost so much hair, Lost 70 lbs. hoping I will feel better without my gallbladder.

You July sleevers are awesome keep up the good work!

Hello Snow,

I am supposed to get a synogram of my liver, gallblader, kidney all the good stuff on the inside soon ( i keep putting it off) How did they determine to take yours out? where you in pain?

That is great progress on the weight loss from July. Good job!

Thank you!

Hi,

I know its easy to get use to, the discomfort helps lol. I saw stars when I took too big of a sip of milk. After that I sip sip sip lol... Trust me I use to drink a 16oz of Water or juice is one gulp. Sometimes I miss it but I remember the pain and discomfort. I was so nervous and maybe a tad neurotic that i asked my nutritionist to show me how to sip. lol... I was convinced I was sipping too much. I think alot of it is all in our heads and we have never been down this road before so its all new and new experiences! Happy sipping! lol

Hello I just joined this site. I was sleeved on July 23 2012. My start weight was 382 and my weight as of this morning ( we all become obsessed with the scale!) is 262.7. I am always eager to talk to others that have had the sleeve as well. I am taking my Biotin because my hair did start to fall out. I am starting to work out more since I don't want to stall. I find meat, beef and pork heavy, does anyone else? I stay away from the meat because I feel like I swallowed a brick lol. I started eating more fish and tofu to get the Protein in. I am awful with the Protein Shakes but I try in other ways. I am so happy to see so many great results post sleeve and most important so many people happy with the life changing experience!

Hello Maurice,

Great work! I was told to sip forever by my doctor! I am I felt the same way! I wanna be able to quench the thirst but the discomfort and bloated feeling is from sending the Water down too fast and could possibly be doing damage. I am 5 months post opt and I never thought I would say this but I am getting use to sipping lol It allows you to enjoy the drink and taste the flavors. lol...keep up the great work!

Hello I am new here, but Jan 23rd I will be 6 month post sleeve opt. I am down, as of this morning 120lbs. I was reading the thread about feeling full. As you heal you will feel like you can consume more, BUT be carful with the drinking and eating. I am super rigid with myself with the drinking. Drinking too fast or too much in one sitting can stretch your sleeve out the same way food possibly could. Drinking is very important but take your tip and sip DONT gulp. That took me a long time to adjust to but i did experience drinking too fast and it was awful. Best wishes and keep up the great work!