Sleeved in DFW :-)

Depression is hard. I would not expect the surgery to cure it. The weight loss can certainly help but I would highly suggest getting counseling now and after the surgery to help you. Best of luck to you!

I’m 18 months out and still hiccup when I am full. I love that I have this physical cue to STOP. I’m hoping it never goes away. And a bit terrified that it will one day. Wondering if anyone else has this or had it and it went away?

Told my husband, my mom and my daughter. My mom has a big mouth and told my brother. His wife had RNY and lost A LOT more weight than me. I had VSG. I feel judged by both of them which sucks. Wish my mom had kept it to herself like she promised. Huge betrayal. Anyway, like someone else said, no one cared or asked how I got fat so why do they need to know how I lost it? If I had an abortion would it be lying to not tell anyone about it? Should I walk around saying “Hi, I had an abortion, that’s why I’m not pregnant any longer.” I find it ridiculous that some people on here say it’s lying not to tell people you had the surgery. That’s BS. I’m extremely private about all of my life and this is no different. I am 18 months post-op and I am so happy I kept it to myself and my immediate family. It’s my body, my business. I had 70 lbs to lose so my weight loss was fairly slow and that probably made it less obvious to others. I feel that telling people (when they ask) that I eat low carb, smaller portions, very little processed food and I do 50 minutes of cardio four times a week is an accurate description of HOW I lost the weight. Seems honest enough to me. But everyone is different.

Surgery weight was 229, I’m 5’6 and 46 y/o. It’s been 13 months for me since my sleeve was done. I now weigh around 170. I saw 168 last week for a day or two :-) I wouldn’t worry about losing too much. Did you say what your weight is now? You can always increase calories if it becomes an issue but I haven’t heard of anyone with that problem. I went from a size 24 to a size 12 and feel amazing. I would chose to do it again over and over. Very happy sleever.

On 06/30/2018 at 22:17, Azmassage said:

Wow 4 weeks out and 1000 calories I can barely get 400. You are eating way to much.

I’m the OP. I’m 10-months post-op now. I took @introversion advice and came to realize and then eventually accept that I am a slow loser. As of today, I am down 63 lbs. and have gone from a BMI of 38.3 to a BMI of 28. I am now classified as “overweight” and not obese. I went from a size 24 to wearing a 12 or 14 now. My average weight loss is 1.41 lbs weekly and my monthly average is 6.34 lbs. I no longer use a cpap machine and my plantar fasciitis is fine or in submission. All good non-scale victories.
I wish it had been quicker. But we are all about instant gratification and I have learned to be more patient. I am 23 lbs away from my goal weight of 150 and I am 5’6. At my current rate it will take another 23 weeks to get there and that means I won’t reach goal until November which is 15 months after surgery. I just keep telling myself what @introversion has said on many occasions that there are slower losers and it’s not necessary a bad thing. Usually people who start with a lower BMI lose slower. Although I have seen people on here that have lost 30 lbs more than me and started at the same weight. It could also be my age (46 now) and the fact that I am on a medication cocktail for depression and have been for 20+ years. The other thing I deal with is that my weight can fluctuate 4-6 lbs depending on the day. I want to see it go down and never go back -up but that is not the case and some days I will go up 4 lbs and I start to worry again.
I’m glad I had the surgery. I still get 60-80 Protein a day and keep my carbs for special occasions. I don’t have problems eating any foods but I do feel my restriction and I am so thankful it is there. I hiccup when I’m dull and I know to stop. I pray it never goes away.
Here are some B&A pics if interested.
Thanks for asking how I’m doing. I really appreciate it.

I started a new job 2 weeks after my surgery. I’ve lost 55 lbs in 8 months. I’ve been a relatively slow loser but my starting weight was 237 so I wasn’t a high BMI to start. I’m also 46 years old . Anyway, not one single person has said a word. I’m starting to think 55 lbs has not changed what I look like and while I did this for me and for health, it would be nice to have someone else at least notice. Is it just me or can you see the change too?
"Get Busy Living or Get Busy Dying"
Sleeved 8.21.2017
Age 46
Female
HW 237 SW 226
CW 182 GW 150
Total Lost - 55 lbs

I was laid-off in July and took that time to set-up and have the surgery. Worked out weird that I needed to start my new job two weeks after having the surgery. It was fine I just tired easily. And although I have lost 40 something pounds everyone just knows I'm doing low-carb and that explains it. I also bring Water but don't drink it while I eat. No one has said anything to me. I do push my food around a lot and really people aren't paying nearly as much attention as we think they are.


"Get Busy Living or Get Busy Dying"

Sleeved 8.21.2017
Age 45
HW 237 SW 226
CW 199 GW 150
Total Lost - 36.2 lbs

SW 319 CW 209 GW 160
Last pic is at my highest weight. 330lbs  
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How is everyone doing? How much weight have you lost? (Along with height and surgery date please) I'm curious how everyone is feeling and what their days look like food-wise. As you can see in my signature, I am down 27 lbs since surgery. But 38 lbs including my 1 week pre-op diet. However, I'm angry, sad, disappointed and I feel like I'm failing. I haven't stuck to my program and have cheated multiple times.( Halloween candy is the devil) I eat what I am supposed to 90% of the time but I also find myself eating things I shouldn't. Today I ate a mini pack of m&ms. My office has candy and Cookies out all day everyday and I am seriously thinking of finding a new job. I am so easily tempted and give-in almost immediately. I hate myself when I do. Anyone else struggling? Or am I alone and everyone else is just fabulous and losing tons of weight? Please "weigh-in". I would really appreciate hearing back from others.

"Get Busy Living or Get Busy Dying"

Sleeved 8.21.2017

Age 45

HW 237 SW 226

CW 199 GW 150

Total Lost - 36.2 lbs

That sounds awful. I hope you are feeling better now but if not, please call your doctor again. This doesn't sound normal. Good luck!


"Get Busy Living or Get Busy Dying"

Sleeved 8.21.2017
Age 45
HW 237 SW 226
CW 200.8 GW 150
Total Lost - 36.2 lbs

My doctor doesn't offer a support group. Or a nutritionist or dietician. I found an online dietician that I am working with but I desperately need a support group. Can anyone make recommendations or have ideas on how to find a support group if your doctor doesn't offer them? TIA for your help.

"Get Busy Living or Get Busy Dying"

Sleeved 8.21.2017

Age 45

HW 237 SW 226

CW 200.8 GW 150

Total Lost - 36.2 lbs

I stopped using mine after losing 30 lbs. But I was what they consider low BMI of 38. I tried sleeping without it a couple nights and my husband said he had to poke me to make sure I wasn't dead b/c he said I wasn't making any noise or moving. Lol. But my sleep apnea was diagnosed at mild and I was only at a pressure of 9. Should definitely speak with your sleep doctor. Good luck!


"Get Busy Living or Get Busy Dying"

Sleeved 8.21.2017
Age 45
HW 237 SW 226
CW 200.8 GW 150
Total Lost - 36.2 lbs

I'm nine weeks out. Have lost 36 lbs. (stats below) I have been hungry since post-op Day 4. I am able to eat anything I want, just not very much of it. Have had steak and salad and chicken and pork and ham and every vegetable and fruit I like. I've never had the "foamies", I've never thrown-up and I crave things I know I shouldn't have. Have tried pretty much everything except bread.< /p>

If I didn't actually see my Sleeve every 4-6 weeks on the X-ray machine, I'm not sure I would believe I really had it. Only other evidence I have is I can only eat 3-4 oz of Protein at a time which I know is good and is the way it should be.

I just wish I would get sick when eating things I shouldn't. And I know I'm gonna get ripped on here b/c I have eaten things I shouldn't and I totally deserve it and almost welcome it.

Anyone else able to eat without problem?

"Get Busy Living or Get Busy Dying"

Sleeved 8.21.2017

Age 45

HW 237 SW 226

CW 200.8 GW 150

Total Lost - 36.2 lbs

She said she lost 6 lbs in 4 weeks and is pretty bummed about it... rightly so, but OP you’ve got this! Use the tool and get out there and keep being busy! Slow is better... but I totally understand your disappointment

I'll echo what the other said, and add that you probably had the typical "three week stall" during this period of time. You probably didn't lose anything for a couple of weeks. Most of us went through that. Stalls suck, but they are more prevalent than periods of loss post-op (at least in my experience).
The key is to keep to your plan, especially during these frustrating periods. The weight will come off, and you will get where you want to be.
Good luck!

Hang in there!

You've lost 22 pounds in 6 weeks. I really don't see what the problem is. When is the last time you lost 22 pounds in 6 weeks? I conjecture the answer is, "Never."
My surgery day weight was 218 pounds, so you and I started at nearly the same starting point. Most of my monthly losses were single digit (1 to 7 pounds a month).
It took me 17 months to reach my goal weight. Although I was a slow loser, I'm dancing on a cloud because this is the first time I've been able to keep the weight off.
It's not about how rapidly you lose. Rather, it's about keeping it off for life.
Most of us could lose weight without surgery. Personally, I lost 200+ pounds in the 2 decades prior to surgery (lose 30, gain 50, lose 60, gain 90, rinse/repeat) but could never keep it off.
You're doing well when the bigger picture is examined. Stay off the scale so often and don't ruin a wonderful weight loss tool with a binge episode.
Good luck to you. You can do this. [emoji4]

Are you taking a ppi? If not, try it and see if it helps your hunger.
Also, 6 pounds in a month is fine for lower bmi. The weight is going to come off slowly but steadily. It adds up!
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Bless your heart! Hang in there. I've heard of some people losing slow, but as long as it is coming off. Actually the slower it comes off the longer you will be able to keep it off. Just don't give up. Stay positive. Hugs!

If your stomach hurts every 2 hours, that is probably acid and you need to be on a PPI for at least the first 6 months until your body learns that your stomach is smaller.

You said you are eating 1000 calories a day and 60-80 grams of Protein. Protein is 4 calories a gram, that is 320 calories for 80 grams of protein. What else are you eating? What are your other macros? Fat? Carbs?

Just went to my 6 week post-op appointment and now sitting in my car crying. In the last 4 weeks I've lost 6 pounds. SIX! How is that possible? I can only eat 2 oz of food at a time and I eat 3 meals a day with two Snacks. Usually right at 1000 calories a day. I always eat Protein first. Mostly chicken and usually that is all I can eat but sometimes I add in some Tomato or olives. I get between 60-80 grams of protein a day with a Protein Shake for Breakfast and protein Water as well. I'm drinking my water and walking at lunch everyday. I even take the stairs to work now!! Im 45 years old and yes I was/am a low BMI and expected to lose slower than those with really high BMI but I never thought that meant 6 pounds in four weeks. I'm so angry. And my doctor is useless. I used him b/c my mom used him ten years ago but he's horrible and doesn't even let me ask questions. I tried to tell him that my stomach hurts every two hours and he just said sorry, head hunger. Ugh!!! I was a binge eater before surgery and a I want to binge so badly right now. I probably could too b/c absolutely no food has bothered me. At all. Sorry for rant. I'm just so disappointed, disgusted and angry with myself right now.

"Get Busy Living or Get Busy Dying"

HW 237 SW 226 CW 204 GW tbd

I eat Pork rinds, I made sure that was one of the first things I asked my Dr. The only thing he stressed, was drinking Water and making sure I hit my count due to the sodium. A small bag of rinds has 7 grams of Protein, 5 grams of fat, and no carb's. At least, the rinds I get. Yum!

Cracklings, I will not touch.

Mine started at 3 weeks and then lasted 3 weeks. It was horrible. Eating under 800 calories and getting steps in and having scale not move for 21 days was rough. But last week it stopped and I dropped 7 lbs in a few days. They do end!


"Get Busy Living or Get Busy Dying"

HW 237 SW 226 CW 204 GW tbd