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Thanks BirdDog that's a great summary and exactly why I am going with the VSG. I also want to get off the Hypertension drugs, but most of all I want to sleep with using my cpap machine so the short term pain of surgery, will I hope lead to long term gains in enjoying life again. I'll stay tuned to your updates BD and we'll done
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I hope I can get off meds like that - you're doing fantastic! Thanks for sharing your story with so much detail.

Browneyedgirl41 my surgery was sept 7 th and for a week I said this was the stupidest thing I've ever done because I felt so poorly and depressed , but thank goodness that feeling has left me it's probably the effects of surgery. You will also feel better soon I'm sure. We have so much to learn forward to now
I'm sorry about your mum that is making you feel down for sure
Big hugs to you
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I'm in the exact same place - warm liquids are easier. Got maybe an ounce of Protein shake in. Good luck!!! Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

I definitely went through a prolonged period where food lost its appeal. Bland and unexciting. At the time I was a bit concerned too, but now in retrospect, I view it as a plus. It was something that helped me, along with feeling full for the first time in my life, kick a lot of unhealthy eating habits for good.
It didn't last forever, and I doubt yours will either, although some of my tastes in food never returned, like eating meat - I still have no desire for it at 14 months. Everything else I gave up during that golden period of weight loss, when nothing tasted good, like bread, Pasta, soda, sweets, salt and other things, I might have gone back to eventually, but being away from it for so long, I no longer crave them anymore. And to be extra safe, I don't allow them in my house.
It's so amazing to finally be free of their power over me. Nothing I gave up compares to how great I feel now! ????
Hang in there!

I'm sorry. My mom has breast cancer, it was part of the reason I got so overweight. It sucks.
I loved myself at my size, but knew it was bad for my health - tired of not being able to park on the 4th and 5th floor of the parking deck and having to worry about getting back up the stairs, tired of the plantar fasciitis pain in my feet.
I'm sure it gets easier. ❤

I'm in Monroe NC. Dr. Heider was my surgeon as well. Love him and the staff there. They were great!

I'm in Lake Norman - used Dr. Heider. 2 days post op.
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I'm in the exact same place - warm liquids are easier. Got maybe an ounce of Protein shake in. Good luck!!! Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Wow I can't imagine having to do that. I waited 18 months but never had to switch Dr's. Best of luck
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I dealt with that. I'm 5'11 so my weight is just spread out. Lost 12 pounds on the pre op diet, so far after surgery 3 days ago, have only lost one more. Thought it'd be more.
I had a 40-41 BMI - at 27 it was time to make the change before I went on to be even more overweight. So, do what's right for you and ignore anyone who isn't supportive. You don't need their negativity!
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I hate this opinion! I was 42 BMI when started my process and 38 the day of surgery. Insurance paid for it 100% (I had meet my deductible of course). I was fat enough for insurance and your fat enough....but not for long! Your going enjoy wearing your skinny jeans around them!!!

That's almost where I am ... only 2 in the AM but 14 at night - some are horse pill sized!!! Thanks for letting me know I'm not alone!! Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App