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Congratz on your decision to have the sleeve. I'm sorry to hear of your hardship. I, too, didn't tell many people about my revision (nor did I tell many about my lap band in 09). It's not because I am ashamed but more I'm just a private person by nature. I think you'll find the sleeve to be a useful tool, and the numbers are on your side for you to be able to be successful. Since you had the band, you already know the drill as far as chewing your food really well, not drinking till 30 min after a meal so I think you will do well as long as you are committed to a healthier lifestyle. If you live by these rules plus always eat Protein first, and drink 64 oz of Water a day, you'll be set. Wishing you success!

You've done so well, and I'm glad to hear you're logging now. Wishing you continued success!

I think it has a lot to do with technique. My surgeon (as well as many others I'm sure) invert the staple line and then it's laparoscopically stitched. The leak rates of this technique is virtually zero. It uses the serosa which is the strongest layer of stomach for more support, and remove all the fundus to stop the future stretching.

Are you logging all what you eat (Calories, carbs, fats, protein)? Through time we tend to increase calories, carbs... etc without realizing it if we don't log every bite we take. For me, it's a daily reflection to how I felt that day and why I made certain choices, and what I could do better tomorrow (or repeat if it's good). It's hard to give tips if we don't know your daily calorie/carb intake except for the obvious cut down on your calories or carbs.

First month sleeve I lost quite a bit (~30lbs), but that was to take off what I had gained from my lap band being unfilled for many months (probably mostly Water weight). After that, it's business as usual, it's about 1-2 lbs. a week at 900-1200 cal/day, 60 carbs.

Inspiration to those of us who are new to the sleeve. Thank you

At day 16 or 17, my hunger switch went off. Some get relief sooner and others take longer. Depends on your healing rate, and your excess acid, and of course, your emotional eating habits (which should've been somewhat broken at the pre-op stage but that depends if your doctor required pre-op diet). I'm almost 2 months post-op and when I start feeling that annoying hunger feeling, I know it's acid.

I was reading a doctor's advice concerning pre-op at realself.com awhile ago and apparently there is a debate whether pre-op is necessary or not. Both of my surgeons (lap band 09 and revision) required a strict pre-op.

I had the lap band in 2009, things may have changed since then but... I just remember having bad gas pains, and so I lived on Gas-X strips for a week. I didn't experience too much nausea as others did. You just feel "sore" like you've worked out too hard.

When you get to solids, you will feel it. liquids, some purees go right through. Doh. I just realized this was a Bypass question. Sorry! Is full the same as the sleeve? I get pressure near my esophagus, and my nose starts running like crazy or I try to burp and I can't. I measure everything too because one bite too many is horrible. >.<

I wish there was a "revision" surgery option. I lost the majority of my weight in 2009 after the lap band and kept it off all these years until I had my revision. It sure looks weird to see my weight loss and having sleeve surgery 8 weeks ago.

Where did you find cauliflower pizza? Several recipes but this one is the one I use. Enjoy! http://barixclinics.com/blog/recipe-cauliflower-pizza/

It's by far (at least to me) THE worst part of it all. There is a lot to look forward to! You could do it .

I like that recipe very much. Another favorite of mine is the Cauliflower pizza. I like the crock pot meals a lot too (there is an awesome thread going on that currently) but all my recipes are so basic I don't share those but I am following the thread.

I'm approaching 8 weeks but I was cleared at week 5 for all foods as long as I can tolerate it. Many here are on low carb diets, less than 30 carbs. I'm on a moderate carb for now (I switch every now and then), ~60 carbs. My surgeon's program says 900-1200 calories, 60 carbs. It seems all programs are different, I'm sure you'll get a lot of different diets from everyone here hehe.

Hmmm I don't usually do any Protein shakes, Protein Bars...etc. Some of my favorites are string cheese, homemade kefir with an ounce of fruit in it with chia seeds (or whatever I'm in the mood for to blend in it), edamane, hummus with fresh vegetables (I like black bean hummus), roasted vegetables, 1/2 an avocado broiled with parmesan cheese with a a little lime and paprika on it... To name a few.

@@Wayward Traveler Thank you, it's been quite a journey for me, first the lap band (2009), then the lap band to sleeve revision (just 2 months ago). I have to have restriction (cry hehe) which is why you're exceptionally inspirational to me. Keep up the great work!

Wow what a great post. Although I have the sleeve, I love hearing about all WLS, especially when it's the new kid on the block. Thank you! The fact that you kept on your program and continued to lose weight is truly an inspiration.

Happy for you . I loved my lap band, and I love my sleeve. lol I guess I'm just thankful I was able to have WLS as an option as I know many can not. The same slider foods for the band are the same slider foods for the sleeve. Just giving you the heads up.

I hate that you had a huge bruise -- but this is the quote of the week!! :-) @@blizair09 hehe, Luckily I only had to have one

I only had one. It was right before surgery. The bruise was so large, it looked like the map of the Philippines. Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

I had the band to sleeve revision by Dr. Bridget Holden in Colleyville, Texas. She was professional, straight forward and easy to ask questions. She removed the band and revised to a sleeve in an about an hour as outpatient. I was able to go home at 4 pm the same day. My recovery was incredibly easy after Day 1. I highly recommend her.

Yeah, I wanted to say that I agree wholeheartedly with the others that say eating your Protein is better (over any supplements). I'm not a red meat type of person, my protein comes from fish and fresh vegetables but there are days that I run low on protein, and that's when a supplement comes in handy. I sure hope you find a supplement that works for you.

Welcome @@Trishagrant

I was allowed cream soup (solids must be strained out) as soon as I could tolerate it.