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Seven weeks out, I was worried because I had "only" lost 25 lbs since the day of surgery on May 9th. I have now lost 60 lbs and have 20 more to go to reach my goal of having a BMI of 24 and be in the "normal weight" range. If I count the weight lost on the pre-surgery diet the week or so before, I have lost 70 lbs in less than 7 months. Like you, I was afraid I would be a slow loser, but my weight loss has actually been very good and I an ever so happy with the results. At the beginning we're so impatient, but then as we start to enjoy our new bodies, we relax a bit and stop obsessing about our weight, but the weight keeps falling off. Please don't worry, you will make it to your goal!

Hi Steve, I did see a doctor at Fletcher Allen, or actually, the surgeon who removed my gall bladder talked to me about bariatric surgery. I happen to be living in India right now though, so I ended up getting it done here by a surgeon who worked in the US for ten years. I was absolutely terrified about the surgery but everything went great and I'm very, very happy I had it. I've had no problems at all. Best of luck on your journey and congratulations on making this life changing decision!

Absolutely beautiful! You have done a great job!! Good luck with those last 20 pounds. If you get them off, that's wonderful. If not, you look fantastic anyway -- and I'm sure you feel fantastic as well!

Such great news! Congratulations!!

Poor thing! Have you had kidney stones before or is this the first time?

Hi babst! I'm from Vermont (Middlebury/Burlington) but I had my surgery 6 weeks ago in India with a surgeon who worked in the States for many years. The difference is that I've been living here for almost two years due to my husband's job so it makes it all very simple. I paid about $6000 all inclusive, including follow ups. Very good experience all the way around! I actually preferred the surgeon here to one in Burlington. He has an excellent record and has done about 4000 weight loss surgeries. I've heard high-risk patients come to him from throughout the whole country. Good luck with everything and keep us informed.

I too am in a 16, just over six weeks out, down 34 (not 35) pounds and 9 pounds away from one-derland! What I love is that there is an excellent chance I'll never see this weight again. Good luck on the rest of your journey and congratulations to those who have made this important decision and are still waiting to be sleeved! Yes, it is the best thing!

My surgery was May 9th and I haven't had any problems whatsoever. Almost no pain at all from the incisions, no vomiting or other digestive issues. I haven't had trouble with any particular foods either. At the hospital on the second day they only kept giving me apple juice which made me feel a bit sick to my stomach, but when I switched over to broth that problem resolved itself. That was the most trouble I've had. I have lost 25 lbs since the day of surgery so I am currently averaging 4 lbs lost per week. I'm very happy I had the surgery!

So excited for you!!!

Call your doctor. That sounds terrible, and it definitely isn't normal. I hope you get it resolved quickly.

I'm two weeks post-op and I've lost a few inches - 3 on my bust, and 2 each on my waist and hips. I went bra shopping and found that I'd gone from a 42G with an extender to a perfect 40F in a minimizer. And the best part of all is that it's so pretty! I also bought a button-down shirt that actually fits great. It makes such a huge difference in showing off the weight loss, don't you think? What did you buy?

You poor dear! I'm sure that this will eventually get resolved. Find the best doctor possible if it doesn't happen soon to get a second opinion. It will be worth it!

I would really appreciate it if some of you ladies who started with a BMI around 40 could tell me how much weight you lost in the first two weeks post-op and also one month post-op. I'd love to hear the rest of the monthly progression as well if you'd care to share it. Thanks so much!

These are both resolvable. They're just going to make you work for it but I'm sure you'll get it approved eventually. You just have to play their game and persevere. DON'T GIVE UP!!

Such great news. Congratulations!!

I slept on my back with my head slightly raised and a pillow on each side under my forearms while I was at the hospital, but started sleeping on my side the second night post-op. I'm 8 days post-op now and just woke up from sleeping on my stomach this morning!

I feel good but since I'm still on clear liquids I am very hungry much of the time and quite weak in the morning until I get a good bit of "food" in me which takes a couple of hours. I'm ready to hit the treadmill around noon but not before. Protein shakes are going to be a welcome addition to my diet!

Extremely interesting. Great information to have. Thank you!

I got my sleeve May 9th and I was really, really terrified the days leading up to surgery. I read here about some people who wanted to run out of the hospital they were so scared but their husbands stopped them. Months later those people were very happy they'd had their surgery. As for me, the past six days have not been that difficult at all. Everything has gone much better than I expected and I'm sure it will be the same for you. You made this decision because in your gut you knew you could handle it. You really will be fine. Soon you will be enjoying the new slimmer, healthier, and more active you!

That's fantastic! I was sleeved last Thursday and was sooo happy when I was feeling well later that day. Keep us informed on your progress but I just know you're going to do great!

Hi Kohe, I'm happy you found us! I came close to vomiting while I was brushing my teeth the second morning post-op but managed to settle down. I found I have to really limit fruit juices because they're too acidic. That cream of tomato soup sounds yummy!

Oh Healthiernewme, you are the first person I've found who had surgery the same day as me - May 9th, right? So far my experience has been just like yours, really quite easy. The difference is that I've only lost 1 lb. post-op, but I'm hoping that will change very soon! Best of luck on your journey to a healthier new you!

Actually it is the surgeon himself, and his staff, who keep saying definitely at least 15 and up to 20 kg which is at least 33 up to 44 pounds the first month. I keep questioning it and they keep reassuring me. It seems awfully high to me too. As for exercise I walked two miles yesterday, and over a mile today according to my pedometer and I plan to increase up to four miles during the first month pre-op. I'm in India so the diet might be a bit different. I can only have transparent liquids for the first week home. Fresh strained coconut water, apple juice, chicken stock, vegetable stock, lentil cooking water. These caloric liquids I can have a total of a pint and a half of per day. Add to that a quart and a half of water and Chrystal Light. After that is prescribed four weeks of a blended diet. By the way, my surgeon worked in the USA for many years and has done over 4000 surgeries, but only about 1000 sleeves. He has the reputation to be the best in the country. I guess I'll know soon enough! Thanks so much to everyone for your feedback.