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I had my surgery March 2016, and after 1.5 years I gained back the 50 pounds I lost and am now at my weight before surgery (230, 5 ft 4 around 40 BMI). My lowest was only 185 from 240. I believe the first surgery pouch wasn't small enough and I do have gastric re-flux occasionally. I started gaining after 6 months - a year. I will admit after 6 months, I was not exercising as much (went from cardio every day for an hour, to only 3x a week), and I was more lenient with food adding in some carbs whereas I was only eating protein and veggies ~1,000 calories daily to ~1,200-1,500. I have an appointment with a new doctor in a few weeks to go over my options, but I just want to know if anyone has been resleeved, or changed to a bypass or DS and if yes, did insurance cover the second procedure? (note: please do not comment about changing diet, a pouch reset and/or about habits and how a 2nd surgery won't help, only comment if you have knowledge of a resleeve or additional surgery, thanks).

It has been 11 months for me, sleeved 3/28/16 and on and off this site for a while now. Prior to surgery I had several bouts with eating disorders, I guess you can categorize me as EDNOS (for those of you who do not know, it means eating disorder not otherwise specified), but definitely more so on the bulimic side. Recently, I have been struggling again and it is definitely something that does not go away after surgery. You may think that just because you get sleeved, the food addiction will disappear, you will drop tons of weight and tadaa - you will be "fixed", but it really doesn't work like that. You are not on the road to recovery unless you work on your mind, as much as your body. I would definitely say therapy is beneficial, because I wouldn't want anyone to be where I am at right now! Good luck and take care.

I was sleeved in March 2016 and after about the 50 pound loss mark - I have been stalled since August. My restriction has lessened as well, and I feel myself being able to eat much more. I also gained some weight back that I lost. I've started to get frustrated and depressed which isn't helping. Is anyone else experiencing the same thing? I feel as though I should have lost much more by now. I am tracking food intake, carbs- I try for less than 100, and calories about 1200 - 1500 a day. Was going to the gym 5x a week, but not as often now since the busy time of year - about 2x/week. Starting: 245 Lowest: 185 Current: 195 Goal: 150 5 foot 4, Female 25 yrs. Friends and family say I am being too hard on myself, but I disagree. Any tips or suggestions would help, please!

hey! how is everyone doing? Especially now that its holiday season.

Definitely wait an bit longer. I would say 1 month is safer I didn't until 3 months. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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Just an update for whoever wants to know: Sleeved on 3/28 - 6 months out as of 9/28. These are just my personal experiences, it may vary from individual to individual. Also, I do not know the long term effects, these are just the immediate effects. (please no judging, I am writing this to try to help people, not get berated) Weed: Same effect as pre-surgery. Still get high, but also still get the munchies. Make sure you do not give into temptation because you may overeat. I was a lightweight pre-surgery and still am after so not sure if quantity makes a difference. Coke/Molly/E: same effect as pre-surgery. Watch out for quantity. Your body will process this much quicker then before because of your smaller stomach. Be sure to stay hydrated. Do not need to worry about eating, because you will have no appetite. Alcohol: same effects as pre-surgery. Watch out for quantity at first. As you drink more, you may notice your tolerance will go up, not quite as much as pre-surgery. But I can go out and have 6 drinks easily without getting sick. I just end up tipsy/drunk depending on how fast I drank, how much Water I drank, or if I ate a few hours before drinking. Also what I drink - wine or mixed drinks. I stay away from beer and carbonated mixers. That still upsets my stomach. Cigarettes: same effects as pre-surgery. I quit then started up a couple months after surgery. Would not recommend smoking because it does more damage in the long term. Wish I would never have picked it up again. Hope this helps. Again, I just want to say I am not endorsing these behaviors, just sharing my experience.

congrats! onderland was the best feeling in the world for me too! keep up the amazing work!!!!!!

honestly was always obsessed with collar bones... i started noticing them in selfies more recently - it was after 50 pounds- currently at 185 and 5 ft 4. =) your not the only one haha

i'm 6 months out and I had no hair loss at all. I have relatively thick long hair so maybe it wasn't noticeable but as long as your take your vitamins and calcium you should be fine (if you want to take an extra biotin it would help too).

did it work?!

I just do cardio for now.. not sure if I need to start weights. but even so I don't really know where to start, and cant afford a personal trainer at the minute. any suggestions?

Thank you!!! It was March 28th. I started at 240, I'm down to 185 just really struggling ever since I went on vacation last month. Trying to figure out if I can do more - or if I just keep on doing what I have been and hope the scale eventually moves again

I have been at a standstill for the past 2 months, with 35 pounds to reach my goal of 150. Does anyone have suggestions of how to kick-start my body into loosing again? It really has been a nightmare. I'm going to the gym at least 3x a week, ~1000-1200 calories a day and 100g protein. HELP!

DO IT!!! if its no out of pocket costs? You got this far, why not just finish the job!

its not the greatest, but i always keep a Quest Protein bar in my bag in case of emergencies

iron deficiency can cause easy bruising. i have been anemic my entire life and a little bump into a desk or whatever causes a huge bruise - people used to ask me if my boyfriend abused me it was so bad. def. take your vitamins, and check your iron levels the next blood test

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i had surgery on 3/28. When i first got out of surgery I had an extremely bad reaction to the anesthesia.. I was hyperventilating, crying hysterically, and wishing that I never made the decision to get surgery. I'm 5 months post-op as of yesterday & 60 pounds down - 35 to goal.. trust me the pain and suffering you are going through now is all worth it in the end - not only for being able to fit into that smaller bath robe, bur for your health. keep up the good work, try to stay positive and don't give up! Your journey to a better life has just begun!

updates anyone? i've been the same for almost 2 months =/ went on vacation and got side tracked but only about 35 pounds to go until goal.

is there anyway for you to post the results after you complete the study? thanks!

I mean the sleeve, some call it a pouch on google but you get the point! Essentially just a stomach reset lol

Has anyone tried the 5 or 10 day pouch reset? Essentially it is the below, and is supposed to mimic the first few weeks after the surgery to reset the pouch and get you back on track, but on a smaller scale. Days 1 & 2: liquid Protein low-carb Protein shakes, broth, clear or cream Soups, sugar-free Gelatin and pudding. Day 3: Soft Protein canned fish (tuna or salmon) eggs, fresh soft fish (tilapia, sole, etc) Day 4: Firm Protein ground meat (turkey, beef, chicken, lamb), shellfish, scallops, lobster, fresh salmon or halibut. Day 5: Solid Protein white meat poultry, beef steak, pork, lamb, wild game Or 10 day - which is same concept spread out. [Day 1 - Clear liquids only. Day 2 and 3 Full liquids. Day 4 to 6 pureed foods. Day 7 to 9 Soft foods. Day 10 and Beyond Normal diet] I need to get back on track with losing, portion size control, no snacking, etc. so I was wondering if anyone did this and if so, if it worked. Thanks!

I have NO idea what is going on today, I cant remember the last time i had chocolate and I just ate about 10 Hershey's kisses and 3 miniature Mr. Goodbars. Worst part is I don't even feel guilty about it. Anyone ever have one of these days? Its been 4 months post op. Ill get back on track right?! yikes.

Woah! 115 pounds down - That's amazing! Congrats!