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You must research the doctors you choose but that goes for any type of surgery and get patient referrals as well as doctor referrals..don't go just because the price is right...there could be an underlining reason why the price is much lower than others and it could be a life sentence...do your homework..most can be looked up online and see their reviews as well

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July 26th. That's tomorrow. I'm .

So far I have lost over 53 pounds the last time I saw my doctor but I haven't been back to the doctor in about 2 1/2 months I don't weight myself because I just don't want to know I had surgery on March 30, 2017 so I'm almost 4 months out I ended back in the hospital a week after my surgery I got sick and started to hemorrhage because I was straining trying to use the bathroom. And how was your surgery how are you feeling? I work out every morning it's Chris Powell 15 minuet work out and it helps out a lot all of my clothes are falling off so right now I mostly buy workout clothes.

Yes! Maybe we can do a meet up at a park or a Starbucks? (My dr doesn't allow coffee but I can get a tea!) I'm open Monday thru Friday from 4-7 in the San Jose area and during the weekends since I live in Hayward I'm open to meeting in Fremont or Milpitas. Also I created and instagram page just in case that is easier for everyone to message : Sasha.thesleeve

I had lap band in 2011..taken out in 2016.. sleeve done 2/10/17... im only four months post op but ive had the same left shoulder pain. they say it takes some time to go away. and my surgeon said it could have to do with how I was positioned during surgery.

I think there comes a time in our minds where we finally say that it. I have always loved food and I am not going to lie the 2 week pre ok diet was hard but so far since I have been home from surgery my brain is staying on track,my family is eating normally and I don't even want that food.


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6 weeks out yesterday and I couldn't be happier!!
I don't have any pics yet but thought I would share some of my sleeve adventure for those on the same road or those considering this surgery.
The Wins!
1) 17.1kgs down at 6 weeks out mark (37.7 lbs)
2) My fat feet/cankles have shrunk - down 2 buckles holes on the work shoes!
3) Fat clothes I hated being given away to charity
4) Fitting into clothes I haven't worn in easily 5 years
5) Energy levels are great and sleeping well
6) All this extra time in hand now to do stuff! I'm not eating or thinking about what my next meal will be or thinking about food at all really
7) Snoring reduced significantly
8) Had terrible heartburn prior to surgery - NONE after!
The strange head stuff I wasn't super prepared for:
1) Going from craving breads/carbs/sweets to craving meat and cheese Like never before
2) Regretting going out because buying a meal is just a waste of money. This NEVER EVER was a problem before - there was never anything left on the plate!
3) Looking forward to exercise - umm wtf? This just cannot be right
4) Staying the same number on the scale for 3 weeks but centimetres lost from my body
5) Not being able to stand sweet things. I used to love lollies/candy/cake. Now even the smell makes me feel quite nauseous
6) Forcing myself to eat when really I could skip a meal and not be concerned
7) Taking 30mins to eat something I previously would have scoffed in 2-3 mouthfuls
Overall I just wish I hadn't delayed this surgery at all. I was a lucky person with minimal pain, no reflux and easy recovery.
My only concern right now is the keloid scars I have from the wounds. I'm a very fair caucasian female now with thick red ropey scars. Currently trying CircaCare collagen Patches on them to try and reduce the redness and raised look. Will share my before and after pics if it works well as might help others. I did know this was a risk with my skin before going in, and to be honest, even if they don't go away, I don't really care as everything else is working out well.
Hoping to be under 100kgs, and lost over 20kgs for my birthday at the end of June!

I would like to see each other and chat sometime. Not clear on others schedules or place. But San Jose somewhere it sounds like? Let me know if anyone has ideas on how

I had surgery on a Thursday and flew home Saturday... I live in Alaska so it was about 8 hours of flying between two flights. It really wasn't that bad other than just hating flying for more than an hour... the worse part was catching my connecting flight in Washington and not taking a bag that had wheels... otherwise flying itself wasn't bad.

I live in Houston and had my surgery in Tijuana. For my return flight I booked my seat in the section with extra room in case I was uncomfortable. I was worried about blood clots so I wore compression socks and moved my legs and feet around often. I also had a plastic bag with me in case I got nauseous and could make it to the restroom. Turns out everything was fine. No trouble at all. Good luck to you!

Hi there! I am having surgery in Mexico on July 12th. I am flying home to Seattle from San Diego on July 15th. I know many of you have done this. I'm wondering how the flight went. Any tips or tricks?
Thanks!

Hi there I love in Hayward, but work in San Jose. Had my surgery on 12th, i think we should maybe do a meetup?

From 295 to 241 surgery may 15 so happy have way to my first goal which is 200 long term goal 175

Day 10 and finally feeling healthy again. And noticing the changes in my body. While my belly is VERY colorful with bruises, it doesn't hurt and it is not swollen.

Dr. took off my bandages at my one week visit. Still not using soap on my incisions.

You should be able to shower as soon as you return home. Just try to shower mostly with your back to the shower so that your steri-strips are 'pushed' off your body by the shower Water. As stated above, they will fall off on their own. I am 1 week post op and I still have 5 out of 6 of my steri-strips! Just try to avoid scrubbing the incision sites and let the soapy water run over the front of your body. Hope this helps!

Hi I am actually thinking about doing that after my surgery. I contacted a naturopathic doctor and he recommended one before and after. Another naturalopathic doctor recommended one 4 days post op since I am taking my vitamins. I'm still debating it since it is a little pricey.

This is a dangerous thread because its not particularly productive to measure yourself against others- our own journey is a highly individualized experience.

Men do better than women normally. Fatties like me do better than the "lightweights" who started at a more reasonable weight.

Sometimes people get frustrated that they're not losing as much as "everyone else" when in reality, they are doing GREAT by their own standards.

Proceed with caution!

I'm a month out now, and my daily routine is typically this:
- Protein Shake in morning (30g protein)
- 32 oz. Water between 8-11am
- cheese stick & Protein shake for lunch (37g protein); sometimes 8-10 almonds if I want to chew on something
- 32 oz. water between 12-4pm
- Small "meal" for dinner, usually 2 to 4 oz. meat or eggs
- 16-20oz. water or Crystal Light in the evening, sometimes some sugar-free Jello or pudding too
I aim to total out around 80g protein and 500-600 calories.

I love before and after photos! I could spend an entire day looking at all of them! So inspiring for both pre and post-op.
My SW 260, CW 185. 5 months post
Good luck on your journey and feel free to message me with any questions! It takes a village of supporters.

One of the tools that really has helped me was using SparkPeople.com
If I write down everything I put in my mouth it keeps me conscious and helps with mindless eating. It is free. I've lost 120 since surgery on 11/18/15.  


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I am doing Protein Shake, popsicles, Water and broth. Tummy still sore.
Hopefully will cross a bridge tomorrow. Actually, it is not hard to get things
down into my stomach. I had a lap band conversion, so I was use to being so tight and uncomfortable.

Fourth day post op and VERY grateful for popsicles. Having a hard time with Protein Drinks. Like swallowing a egg that just sits in my tummy. So focusing today on Bone Broth, Water, and popsicles. Pain is minimal. Bruising spectacular from blood thinning shots!

When I first had surgery the doctors said it was alright to drink different Premier drink but only a little at a time because you will fill up fast. So I started making my own iced coffee using the Premier drinks with coffee and almond milk and Creamer it kept me satisfied and nipped the hunger pains in the bud. But it's a mental think we just think that we are hungry from all the years of eating poorly. The first month I lost 43 pounds a week later 11 more pound and now I have to wait 2 months before I weight myself again I only weight myself when I go to visit don't want to disappoint myself so I stay away from scale. But I'm dong really good because clothes are hanging off but you will be fine keep up the good work.