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Don't forget to take measurements too! Sometimes th scale betrays what is happening in our bodies.

Don't forget to take measurements too! Sometimes th scale betrays what is happening in our bodies.

Don't forget to take measurements too! Sometimes th scale betrays what is happening in our bodies.

Don't forget to take measurements too! Sometimes th scale betrays what is happening in our bodies.

Don't forget to take measurements too! Sometimes th scale betrays what is happening in our bodies.

Don't forget to take measurements too! Sometimes th scale betrays what is happening in our bodies.

it appears as though the messages have been changed to not show any previous messages, so we are blindly answering what we don't know we're being asked. Or is the option hiding somewhere?

Don't forget to take measurements too! Sometimes th scale betrays what is happening in our bodies.

Wtf is the matter with you people? As stated before if you have nothing nice to say then keep your mouth shut. Y'all need to go back to elementary school so you can brush up on the basics. There is a decent way to ASK if you have questions about someone's progress. Just jumping up in here and straight onto someone's back and TELLING them you know what's up is unwarranted and uncalled for. On another note how about everyone just focuses on their own journey instead of badgering someone about theirs. Ridiculous. To the OP I wish you success and all the happiness in the world.
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I haven't had my surgery yet and my friends and family already feel sorry for me- it's so frustrating trying to explain to my genetically-blessed-with-thinness family members that I'd prefer they pity me for my new self-empowered life than pity me for being the only fat one.

HW 250
SW 231 on 9/27/16
CW 195
A family member posted a photo of me on FB this weekend. People who hadn't seen me in a while were surprised. It's a good feeling to see my progress and read their responses.
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I will be three months post op on 1/18. I have NO regrets. I thought about canceling many times pre op because I didn't want to fail. I kept changing my habits and was finally confident a week before. My sister had the sleeve three years before me and did poorly (due to her own bad choices-no Vitamins, high sugar diet) and is back to her starting weight. I have been diligent with Vitamins, following my eating plan. I look better than ever. My skin and hair look great and even though I could be said to be losing slowly, I'm lighter than I've been in 8 years. I get compliments every day. It's a personal choice and surgery is a tool, not a magic wand. Good luck, whatever you decide.
HW 232
SW 202
CW 179
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There is a January 2017 Sleevers Facebook Page. It's a secret group (because some people do not want their friends and family knowing) so if you would like to join you can message me with your email address and I can add you.

I just had VSG this last Thursday 1/5. So far so good. I can tell my stomach is still inflamed and it's hard to get liquids down currently but each day gets better. I have already lost 10 pds which was surprising to me as I thought I would be heavier after surgery. Glad to find a forum with people who are in a similar stage.
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I was just approved yesterday to use it medically to help me sleep, and the nurse told me that she recommends using a vaporizer. I smoked a lot of it in high school but that was a long time ago (and for different reasons, haha). It actually never occurred to me to ask any of these questions so thanks for asking them!

I was just approved yesterday to use it medically to help me sleep, and the nurse told me that she recommends using a vaporizer. I smoked a lot of it in high school but that was a long time ago (and for different reasons, haha). It actually never occurred to me to ask any of these questions so thanks for asking them!

I was just approved yesterday to use it medically to help me sleep, and the nurse told me that she recommends using a vaporizer. I smoked a lot of it in high school but that was a long time ago (and for different reasons, haha). It actually never occurred to me to ask any of these questions so thanks for asking them!

I was just approved yesterday to use it medically to help me sleep, and the nurse told me that she recommends using a vaporizer. I smoked a lot of it in high school but that was a long time ago (and for different reasons, haha). It actually never occurred to me to ask any of these questions so thanks for asking them!

Wow. This is quite sad. While I don't defend people who are asking about funnel cakes etc... I do have a somewhat different perspective.
Not everyone is intelligent or has common sense. Many people (me ) were self pay and had NO pre op classes, no nutritionist, no counseling, no booklet to refer to. My friend on the other hand had all of that plus a huge binder to refer to. Thank God I'm in the medical profession and read what I needed to.
We all got overweight for different reasons. Some lack of education, some emotional trauma, lack of money or resources, hereditary, or any other reason we know nothing about.
The sleeve didn't cure them but then the sleeve didn't cure their mind either.
It's like an alcoholic---just because he is in the 12 step program doesn't mean he knows it all or can control it.
They go to seek advice and help -so do some here.
No one is perfect and yes they might need justification but maybe that is their coping mechanism that they are working thru. Let's hope they are successful with whatever coping mechanisms work for them (instead of food)
Yes , there are trolls and really dumb questions but we are not in their shoes and don't know their intentions or reasons.
I see patients who are on 5 liters of oxygen but still smoke, I had a patients husband tell me he puts 18 sugars in his coffee and gives his diabetic wife juice with no idea it had tons of sugar in it. I have patients that have no idea what a carb or Protein is.
I don't ridicule them or make them feel dumb. I try to educate them.
I think everyone hopes to be a success story and be around to help guide others. But unfortunately the sleeve doesn't do the work and there are so many people that need support whether it's to educate or listen or just let them vent.
Yes we all know it should be common sense not to eat Cookies, cake and candy. But if someone takes the time to ask maybe you will be the ONE voice of reason that helps them on their journey and gets thru to them.
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You can do it! Those 4 days will fly by!

January 26th too! Yay!!
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26th for me. Will be great to have people to go through this with!

I have pcos,im hoping for good results. Samsumg GS5

I have PCOS also- I had the sleeve on 11/7. I've lost about 45lbs since I started on the preop diet. I often forget to take my metformin bc my eating is a bit irregular. My surgeon is happy with my results and so am I. This is the most weight I have ever been able to lose and it makes me feel better all around. I don't remember having jeans that were too big in years. It's been a great decision for me. Good luck on your journey. This site has been great support. I like reading everyone's posts and knowing I'm not facing some of these struggles alone. Happy Holidays and congrats on your decision!!
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26th for me. Will be great to have people to go through this with!