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Dr Watkins, I had my GPS done about 7 months ago by Dr Corvala... I am doing fine, weighing in at about 135 from about 190... But I worry now thinking that a perforation will be inevitable - is there anything that I should do to put my mind at ease? Thanks!

Dr Warkins - thank you so much for posting this info. You are a true professional for presenting possible complications as well as the benefits. If gastric necrosis occurs, what options does the patient have? Thanks again!

Genepha! Our thoughts are with you.. The first week was soooo hard on me - but you will feel better day by day.. Take care of yourself and I am rooting for you!

What a wonderful and beautiful family!

Hello! OMG - I am glad that you are doing well after that excruciating time! I have to admit, I have not been really scared through this whole process (GPS in August by Dr. Corvala) BUT after reading your post, I am scared shi*less!!! Seriously, I don't know what to think.. I never thought of the blood flow restriction, scar tissue build up, or the stitch holes "eating away." Please keep us updated - it makes me think of scheduling a flight to see Dr. Watkins and have a reversal done! Get rest and best wishes!

Congrats!!! I heard nice things about Dr Rod... Good luck!

Yay!!!!! You are doing awesome. You got it Mellifrits - exercise is essential for a healthy success. After my stall, i recently started a light workout and the weight is going down again - 143 lbs as of this week! I look healthy and am perfectly happy at this weight, but just wanna tone up a bit. I am sooo happy with my gastric plication surgery as well - and wouldn't change a thing! You go girl and thanks for posting your success!

http://www.verticalsleevetalk.com/forum/83-total-gastric-vertical-plication-sleeve-surgery/ Hello again! It's the Total Gastric Vertical Plication Thread.. I remember you posting a few months back about your experiences with Dr. Rodriguez.. A few gals are having some stalls and it would be good to hear from you - I also recall when you hit a slight stall too. Thanks so much and congrats once again!!!!

Melifrits! It's good to hear from you and congrats!!! Do you mind posting on the GPS thread your success? There are quite a few ladies who could really use your words of encouragement right now. Thanks!

Hello Karen! No problem - hang in there and keep positive!

Hey there! Yes, the first few weeks after GPS - my weight loss dropped to about 1 or 2 lbs per week. But important question for the original poster - are you able to eat much less than prior to the surgery? If yes - than I wouldn't worry. Take that 1 or 2 lbs per week and after several months, and much weight will come off. I just hit 5 months and I am 41 lbs lighter! I am happy about that although I was a bit miffed during the first two months, but I would much rather have the weight come off at a more "normal rate." I know we all spent a lot of money - but try to stay positive and look at the long term, k? As long as you are able to have a small appetite and are exercising a bit - I think you are on the right track! Best wishes!

Hello all! I just wanted to post my progress, since it has been a while... Just like TP - I had a lower bmi (31) and would not change a thing regarding my plication with Dr. Corvala. Yes, our weight loss may be a bit slower - but this week I passed five month since surgery and I dropped exactly 41 pounds. I must admit that I don't always eat the best and lately only walk my dog for exercise, but I feel great. I was wearing a size 14 prior to surgery and now just bought a size 6 pants - very snug, but it zips up!!!! Take care everyone!

Hello! I went back to work two weeks out - but had to leave early that day and I needed to take another four days off.. I wasn't ready, but I don't heal as well as others - Never have! So if you are like me, I would say that 2 to 3 weeks is safe. But I have heard of others going back after a week or ten days! I couldn't. Oh, but then again, I have a semi-physical job... Good luck! GPS was the best thing I ever did - lol, besides having my daughter : )

Hi Genepha! I have not had any problems with fruits or veggies yet so that will be a plus for you coming from the band. The only problem I had was trying a little salmon on day 4 - I ate too fast and too much and well, I didn't do that again. Chew very slowly at first. I still chew a bit slow, but not like the first few weeks. To be honest, sometimes I will sneak one drink of my boyfriend's pepsi - but not more than that. Same thing with a bite of cake or a cookie - the great thing is with this surgery, I am able to stop at a drink or a bite or two! I could never stop before. Take care and best of wishes to you 

I just calculated my percentage of excess weight loss on livestrong.com - and I was surprised to see it was 20.4% in 12 weeks! My loss is slow compared to others, but I started out a low-BMIer at about 31% - so that must be the reason for the slower loss. Good news is that my BMI is finally out of the obese range and my cholesterol is down from the extreme high risk category. So for me, I am looking to get to 130lbs... I will keep y'all updated - hope you do the same!