Hi All!

I wanted to start a thread for African-American sleevers (no worries I HEART all sleevers from the rainbow). I just thought, no scientific proof, that African-American sleevers may respond to the surgery different than our lovely non-African American sleeved sisters and brothers. I wanted to know if we had the same skin issue, hair problems, and other surgery related issues. Also, how to deal with the culture shock. African-American "soul food" may be something of the past... or not. So I was just looking for a space to voice culture related issues and concens.

PS- I TRULY :heart: ALL SLEEVERS.

Bren, they basically turn to mush in the stomach so you can fit in more. It's not that you won't get full, it's that you'll be able to eat MORE of them because they 'slide' right through the sleeve. Foods like ice cream, etc are essentially liquid anyway, which empties quickly.

MOre dense foods like meat and fibrous veggies "stick around" and need time to digest, which keeps you full longer.

NYC is the place to be!!! i'm here too!

Bx,Ny

If you burp a lot since surgery...say I. Lol my surgery marks hurt too blah

2013 is my year....Sleeved 11/19 Methodist Hosp in NY

If you burp a lot since surgery...say I. Lol my surgery marks hurt too blah

2013 is my year....Sleeved 11/19 Methodist Hosp in NY

I do if I drink too fast.

The part I hate about surgery....losing hair blah, but I'm not as BIG as i was last year Pow

2013 is my year....Sleeved 11/19 Methodist Hosp in NY

Hello' date=' I'm new to the forum...

I've been doing research on lap band & then I decided that the sleeve is the better option for me... I know my insurance will not cover the procedure, so I'm exploring going to Mexico. I've already contacted Dr. Aceves (sp?) and got some information. I know I'll have to cut back and save money but I know it will be worth it. I can't continue to be unhealthy anymore..... To those of you that have been sleeved, Where did you have your procedure done? Any complications? How did your family & friends react? How are you dealing with the lifestyle changes???[/quote']

I did mines here in the us miami, fl. No complications. I just hot it done on February 15, 2013. In still in the process but is very exciting. With my new looks come s the my natural hair no perm. Yay. And my family support me 100% even dow some of them think I'm getting surgery to get skinny. But whatever's pickles theirs pickles. Lol. Good luck.

I was sleeved on 2/19 at Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, NY. Still dealing with some gas pains, but tolerating the proteins just fine. I am averaging 65-75 grams of protein, but only about 32-40 ounces of liquids. It is tough trying to get in additional liquids when getting in my protein is my priority.

Hi Ladies, I was sleeved January 28, 13. I have had a couple of battles. I did have scars and even got a Keloid Scar. I been using Scar away to help fade my scars and thank God it's working. I have started losing my hair and it has become very dry & brittle. I'm following doctor orders and take in the required protein. The good news I have lost 27 pounds since surgery. Good luck to you all.

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Hi Everyone,

I have been here awhile, was originally scheduled for December 2012, but pushed back until 2.26.13.

I had a horrible night last night, got nauseous while sleeping. It was such a horrible feeling along with lightheadedness. I'm much better, but I have so much to do around my house to prepare for when I come home. Tomorrow will begin again and I will do what I can.

Much success to all!!!

GD Luck ssweety I was suppose 2 have mine on 1/29/13 and found out 4 days b 4 I had a pid so I wont c my surgen till 4/5/13 hopefully I will have a date but ur gonna do great

Thank you so much.

With hopes, you can get an earlier appointment. Keep us posted.

I sure well r u excited and nervous

Hello everyone! I am new to this forum. I am so happy that this particular forum exists. I am waitng approval for my Gastric Sleeve surgery. I meet all the criteria according to my insurance policy and I am just waiting for them to sign off on it so I can get this journey started. I am nervous but excited too. Can anyone tell me what to expect post operatively and for ..less say the next 3 mos. How long does it take you to settle in and eat regular food? How long do you hurt from the surg...

Hello everyone! I am new to this forum. I am so happy that this particular forum exists. I am waitng approval for my Gastric Sleeve surgery. I meet all the criteria according to my insurance policy and I am just waiting for them to sign off on it so I can get this journey started. I am nervous but excited too. Can anyone tell me what to expect post operatively and for ..less say the next 3 mos. How long does it take you to settle in and eat regular food? How long do you hurt from the surg...

Welcome and good luck to you. I hope your experience with your insurance company goes smoother than mine. I fought with Aetna for 18 months before being sleeved this month. Depending on your doctor, you will most likely being on liquids for two weeks post-op. You will slowly add soft foods (scrambled eggs, tuna, scallops, etc.) week three post-op. I had some pain around the incision site for a few days. I had more issues with gas pains than surgical pain. The gas pains were pretty brutal and usually last a week or two post-op.

Its been a while I gave up because my insurance denied me because my diet, but due to changes they resubmitted n I got my aporoval today so excited now im ready n to excited to find out my date ive done everything except my surgeon consult then as u knw pre-op diet which will come when I get my date.. I cant stop smiling...