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I'm 70 & just got my surgery date of 5/12/14. I'm glad to read posts by other 70+ sleeve patients. My family is concerned about my age & having this surgery. Hopefully this will make them feel better that others my age have done this. My goal is to get off the CPAP at night & the oxygen 24/7. I have other health issues that should go away also. Just the idea of taking fewer pills each day is a plus.

I used Dr. Julie Kilgore @ the Baylor Plano hospital in Plano, Tx. The care I received & the process of getting everything done was fantastic. I highly recommend Dr. Kilgore. I had very little pain & no issues. I had to have a hiatel hernia fixed at the same time. Dr. Kilgore also has an office in Rockwall, Tx.

I've been told it's approximately the size of a banana...

I get hiccups also. Tells me I'm full.

five years out and I still get hiccoughs.
Over the years, I have come to recognize them as my "signal" to stop eating--now!
When the first "hic" comes, my fork goes down.
Sometimes they come less frequently.
If you experience them very often and they are concerning to you, then by all means give your team a call. Let them put you mind to ease. Then you'll know--for sure.
We can give you "our" advice, but not being MDs , that all it is----our own experiences.
Let us know what your team tells you. It's always good to learn something new every day.

I put 1/2 a banana in my smoothies. Just remember to log in every thing you eat.

I eat bananas. Yes, they are relatively high in sugar and carbs but they are also nutritious.
Stick to a small banana (or half of a larger banana) if you are overly concerned about carbs.
Just make sure you eat it with Protein and track it.

Definitely!
Yogurt was a real lifesaver for me the first few months post-op. I still love it.
Enjoy.

Not since surgery but I had this often before. Have you been eating things with seeds? Like berries? Or popcorn? Did they do an X-ray? Prescribe meds? I know exactly what it is when I get it. It's not fun at all. Definitely be mindful of what you eat. Having it (if this is what it is) makes you more likely to get it again.

Yes, but keep the total Protein grams 30 or under for your serving -- there is a limit to how much protein the body can absorb in a short period of time. Try to cram too much protein in there and you'll just be wasting your money!
Do you have to use Premier shakes? I found the fruit-based and tea-based Syntrax Nectar flavors better, and you can mix them with Water, making them much less thick and sweet. Plus their numbers are better than Premier (calories/carbs/protein). Unjury chicken Soup protein was another one that was easier for me to get down than the super thick, sweet Protein Shakes.< /p>

Unless you have complications, you should do just fine using your PCP for follow-up. Your PCP can order the blood work that you need and see you for regular weigh-ins and health checks.

I'm 2 years out. When I over eat I'm extremely miserable & it takes a couple of hours to get comfortable again. I try not to do this.

I'm 2 years out. When I over eat I'm extremely miserable & it takes a couple of hours to get comfortable again. I try not to do this.

I'm 2 years out. When I over eat I'm extremely miserable & it takes a couple of hours to get comfortable again. I try not to do this.

Concentrate on Protein, fluids and exercise. I would have protein instead of toast, Cereal or oatmeal. Yogurt, eggs, cottage cheese, Beans, soft cheese, tuna, egg salad, chicken salad, etc. My plan says eat 5-6 times a day (2-4ozs at that stage).

Not therapy but he requires support group once a month pre and post op
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I was also sleeved on June 23rd. Sorry you have been having pain and nausea. I have a nausea patch behind my ear a d have never felt sick. My pain has been my belly where incisions are but feels better today.
I had a couple of spasms and Dr told me they are normal. Stomach is trying to adjust. Try taking some deep breaths to relax. When you sip just take in enough to wet your mouth before swallowing. You can increase as you go.
Let us know what doc says.

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The first time I took a sip I had a stomach spasm. The issues was the cold Water, it felt like daggers.
Are you having spasms with all Water temps? I had to drink room temp or warm drinks for a few weeks.

just be sure to track it. its easy to get alot of calories in smoothies unknowingly. you need to be thinking Protein at 8 weeks as well.

I have 5 and a drain tube.
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I had a drain. I think all of the patients who have the surgery in the hospital I was in get it. I only had it for the two nights I stayed in the hospital and they took it out. There was a lot of Fluid in it. I'm not sure where that Fluid would go for people who don't get it.
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You might be able to check-in, etc. by yourself, but I can pretty much guarantee you'll need someone to pick you up from the hospital. Aside from that, you should be okay.

Had the sleeve June 6th 2015. I have previously lost and gained back 125+lbs through diet and exercise. So far, I have lost 78 lbs, but still need to loose 25-30 lbs from my current 197 (5'8"). Eating is a near-addiction and self-soother for me, so the psychological game is the hardest for me. I have been stopped at 197 for 5 months, basically since the affect of the surgery stopped and I took over.



I am joining this group and looking for help to reconnect to eating that makes sense for me. My good habits are: exercise, liquids intake, separating liquids and food, and Portion Control. I need to work on, food tracking, 3 meals a day, keeping sugar and wheat intake low. Bad habits are sneaking back such as eating jellybeans, and sliders. Also, I am obsessed with popcorn b/c I can eat a lot of it.

Hi there! I had my surgery on June 01st. I was feeling just like you. You are doing the right thing for yourself. If you don't do it, then you will have regrets. Go on! Now is YOUR time!!!!
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I had recently got sleeved and I started to overthink and worry as my date got closer. I thought I wouldn't be able to have my fav dishes again...I thought something would go wrong.. I thought to myself "am I really ready for this?" But yes..I was.. I haven't had any complications. It's just a tool to get you started on your weight loss journey. .. that's how I see it now ???? before I went into the OR I cried because I was scared. But u knew I wanted and needed this and I also remembered my dad went through a bigger surgery than I was about to go through and he came out fine... I think if your really ready you'll know but thst over thinking is normal..good luck ????