Malaika

And that you have Tiffy - you are definitely a winner (by losing!)

My shoes -at least all the summer sandals (mostly mules) are too big and my feet slip in them if I have to walk any distance. I haven't tried any new shoes on yet, but am sure that I will no longer need a wide width and am hoping a smaller size.

Sometimes you can find good deals on them on HSN (or QVC), too.

If there is a leak, the blue will show up in your drain bag (or will turn purple is there is any excess blood in the bag.) The next day is the radiographic test - fluroscope where you drink and the can see the path of your new stomach - that's the 3rd leak test Dr. Aceves does. The first is done while in surgery.

I'm not a doctor (not even close); however, I think the feelings you describe are from overeating. Plus it doesn't sound from what you are describing you are making the healthiest choices. If you aren't sure when you are full - try measuring your food out - about 3 oz. and eat that ONLY. I find that is a good way to be sure you are not overeating - as sometimes I don't feel full until 10-15 minutes after eating and then I'm miserable. Try to really focus on your eating - small bites, chewing slowly. Eat only your 3 oz. and see what happens.

I'm the same as Dange - the largest incision is above my navel and is about 1" long, the only other on that still shows up is on my left side where the drain bag was - it is about 1/2" long and fading fast. I can't even see the other 3 any more.

You are in my thoughts and prayers - God's hands will guide your surgeons and guardian angels are around you. We'll look forward to hearing from you in a few days.

WELCOME to our forum family Cashmere. We are here for you anytime you need a support group. Ask any questions you may have and someone will have an answer for you - gripe about anything you want to gripe about - you will find empathy here - treat us like your family! As for plateaus - take measurements, because even though the scale may not be moving (we've ALL been there/or will be there) you are probably losing inches! Take care and have a great day (or is it evening over there now?):thumbup:

Hayley - what a great attitude you still have for all you have gone through. I'm glad to hear you're progressing and things are getting better. Thanks for keeping things in perspective for so many of us. HUGS to you. You are a STRONG woman

I don't know if all doctors use the blue dye or not - Dr. Aceves does - it's truly not bad - it's apple juice with blue vegetable dye added to it - the worst part is your tongue, lips and teeth are blue - plus anything you might spill it on is stained, too. Of course, the absolutely worse thing would be if it shows up in your drainage bag; but we don't even go there!

Possum - sorry you had complications, but grateful you had a good surgeon who was able to catch is problems and fix them and that you are on the road to recovery. Keep us posted on how you're doing.

They don't send you home with a drainage sack - mine was taken out after the blue-dye leak test the day following surgery - that evening, it was removed.

When was your surgery and why can't you eat fruit and veggies (unless you're early in your post-op)?

It will! It will!:party4:

Got me - no one seems to respond.:party4:

My thoughts and prayers will be with you Attitude and it will be over before you know it and you'll be on your way to your new life on the losing side :party4::cursing:

Doing good Rosey - actually - doing GREAT! Keep up the good work. Thanks for letting us know how you're doing!:party4:

I have a girlfriend who has her own gym and she is on my way home - so we are accountable to one another and I stop on my way home because I know once I get home that's it! Also, I like the fact that it seems to keep my scale moving and I feel better after working out.

Dr. Aceves uses the staples and then overstitches - no mention of any sealant type liquid in my post-op report.

I wore my regular bra; however, none of my incisions were on the bra line, so it was fine - I also wore a loose top and stretchy pants with an elastic waistband that didn't push on any of the incisions. A dress would be great; however, not sure how comfotable it would be flying Also - if you're checking in your luggage - be sure to keep anything valuable (jewelry) and your medication with you on your carry-on. Even though we drove, I was able to get everything I needed, including my pillow, into a carryon size bag. Don't take too much -- you really won't need all that much - you'll sleep alot, even if you think you want to watch a movie - you'll miss most of it -- I drifted off trying to type on my computer.

Did you see my post to you on Facebook? Take 800 mg. ibuprofen and 2 xtra strength tylenol all at the same time - it has the same effects as codeine without the addiction - according to my dentist. I had to deal with an absessed tooth over the thanksgiving weekend a few years ago and this combination saved my life. Now that I think about it, since our stomach is smaller, wonder if 400 mg. ibuprofen and 1 xtra strength tylenol would work? I've shared this "secret" with others at work and they've been amazed at the pain relief. I gal (fighting an absessed tooth last week) said it worked better for her than the Lortab her dentist prescribed. Hope it helps!

That's AWFUL Tiff - hang in there and remain strong -- I know it's working on your last nerve - and now an absessed tooth isn't helping -- but maybe John being delayed will be a blessing in disguise as it seems like you'll have to deal with a root canal - and won't be 100% yourself - maybe this way you'll be 100% healed when he does come home (trying to look at a silver lining?) HUGS to you - call if you need to talk!:party4::hug:

I think, too, it has to do with the anesthesia and hormonal issues.

They are not really cutting in to you - like a C-section - you will have 5 small incisions - it is done laprascopically. It really isn't painful at all -- I had surgery on Friday and was back to work by the following Friday - I could have gone back on Wed/Thur if not for some intestinal issues. I never had the band; however, after reading all the psots here from those who have had revisions, I thank God that I learned about the sleeve before deciding to go through with the band. With the sleeve, you don't have any foreign objects in your body and the follow-up is minimal.

It's not uncommon Shanda, I think most if not all of us have gone through it - hang in there and let your fiance know this too shall pass.