I just started my pre opt liquid diet. I am very excited about the future for the first time in a long time. I weigh about 480 pounds and I cant believe that I got myself in this situation. I get my sleeve on March 9 in Carrollton T.X. I have a 7 month old boy and want to make sure that I am around to see him become a man. The hardest thing is not knowing what ti exspect, but I am up for whatever.

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Hi Big Chris congratulations on getting your date. I just had my surgery this past Monday the 21st and am at home recovering. All went well, no side affects from anesthesia, just a bit of pain from the gas they use to blow you up to see your stomach but getting better day by day. Just be sure to follow all of your instructions because they know what they are talking about and have seen all of the horrors from those that have not followed the instructions. Drink your liquids, follow your pre-op diet it will be well worth it. In a year from now you will be so happy and well onto a better life for you and your son.

The one thing I've learned from coming home is to make sure you control your pain and take the meds the docs provide. You will be sore for a while but it will pass. I'm day 4 post op and getting a little bit stronger every day. It is NOT EASY!! But if it was everyone would be doing it. Take care and keep me posted!!

I just joined today myself I started at 575 lbs so I know what you mean when you say you can't believe you got yourself into this situation. Good luck on your journey, follow the doctors plan and you should see the weight come off.

I so cheer you on! Hooray for you to take this step.

And Used2b575lbs- I am stunned at your success305 pounds lost in 19 months? WOW!