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I am 11 pounds away from goal of 140. Starting weight 240. 5 more pounds will put me into a size 8 pant. I am very happy right here at a 10 but Dr. wants me to go all the way so I have some wiggle room when I get on a maintenance plan. Which is hard for me to imagine eating any more than I do now. I get full fast, or don't feel well. I too will need a Tummy Tuck and MY ARMS. I have about 3" of ugly skin hanging. I am saving my $ for that, next year.

Everyone is looking great!! If you feel half as good as I do about the weight loss, we are one happy group of people. Happiness brings peace, right?

Ainslee

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Well...my sleeve date was nov.27 2012...here it is june 25 2013...and im am so proud to say I started at 470lbs...and I am down to 310lbs...I went for my cjeck up yesterday and was so geeked about my numbers...im hold true to a lil less than 1500 calories a day..im getting my Protein in everyday...and im working out everyday...life is so different now...I looked at my pre-op pic vs. Yesterday's pic..and to be honest...it was a real moment for me...I cant..wont mess up this second chance at life...

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Hi everyone, I'm really glad that they have this app for sleevers to be each others support system. I was sleeved nov1st so almost 8 months out & My highest weight & surgery day was 328 & now I'm 220 so that's 108 down so far. Also I've attached my before picture & afters along the way to show.

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Me at prior surgery on left & the right photo is at a little over 3months post op.

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Me at prior surgery on left the right photo is at a little over 6 months post

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Me at 7 1/2 months

Also having my 9month check up on July 9th mean while my 9 months isn't Til August 1st. At that time or the next day I will post newer pics

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Hi everyone, I'm really glad that they have this app for sleevers to be each others support system. I was sleeved nov1st so almost 8 months out & My highest weight & surgery day was 328 & now I'm 220 so that's 108 down so far. Also I've attached my before picture & afters along the way to show.

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Me at prior surgery on left & the right photo is at a little over 3months post op.

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Me at prior surgery on left the right photo is at a little over 6 months post

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Me at 7 1/2 months

Also having my 9month check up on July 9th mean while my 9 months isn't Til August 1st. At that time or the next day I will post newer pics

Way to do it. Keep it up. you are looking good! Ainslee

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Hello everyone!!! It's been awhile since I posted anything on here. Things didn't go like I imagined they would.... had a lot of problems , but now finally on the mend. To date I have lost a total of 77 lbs , went from a size 22 to a comfortable 14.... Not at the size I was hoping for being 7 months out , but I'll take it!!! Just now able to tolerate food. I'm taking in 600 calories a day , which got me is good . Glad everyone is doing so well.

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Hello everyone!!! It's been awhile since I posted anything on here. Things didn't go like I imagined they would.... had a lot of problems , but now finally on the mend. To date I have lost a total of 77 lbs , went from a size 22 to a comfortable 14.... Not at the size I was hoping for being 7 months out , but I'll take it!!! Just now able to tolerate food. I'm taking in 600 calories a day , which got me is good . Glad everyone is doing so well.

SO glad you are back with us!! You look great. Just keep it up, slow and steady wins the race.

Ainslee

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Thanks!!!!! Feels good to be somewhat back to myself. I got really depressed for awhile .... I gave a new meaning to " buyers remorse" . I still have some trouble eating , take it day by day , but am glad of the decision I made!!!

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Hello everyone!!! It's been awhile since I posted anything on here. Things didn't go like I imagined they would.... had a lot of problems , but now finally on the mend. To date I have lost a total of 77 lbs , went from a size 22 to a comfortable 14.... Not at the size I was hoping for being 7 months out , but I'll take it!!! Just now able to tolerate food. I'm taking in 600 calories a day , which got me is good . Glad everyone is doing so well.

do you mind telling us what happened?

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Not at all.... My new tummy wouldn't tolerate any food or liquid for that matter. My Gerd became extremely worse, no meds would help. I stayed dehydrated.... In and out of the hospital getting I.V's . My surgeon said that I was in a cycle that he referred to as 'Marianne" syndrome.... It starts with not being able to hydrate yourself and continually vomiting . I'm doing some better, can take in 600 calories on a good day. Finally have the right acid meds... thank God for Protonix!!!!

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Not at all.... My new tummy wouldn't tolerate any food or liquid for that matter. My Gerd became extremely worse' date=' no meds would help. I stayed dehydrated.... In and out of the hospital getting I.V's . My surgeon said that I was in a cycle that he referred to as 'Marianne" syndrome.... It starts with not being able to hydrate yourself and continually vomiting . I'm doing some better, can take in 600 calories on a good day. Finally have the right acid meds... thank God for Protonix!!!!

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I'm a protonix user as well...it was a lifesaver! Keep getting better, we're here for you.

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I'm a protonix user as well...it was a lifesaver! Keep getting better' date=' we're here for you.[/quote']

Thanks so much.... I've missed you guys!!!!

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Greetings everyone's it's been a long time but work has been crazy. Wanted to check-in with y'all. Nov 9 I had surgery and from that day to now I'm down 170 LBs I'm feeling amazing.

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Greetings everyone's it's been a long time but work has been crazy. Wanted to check-in with y'all. Nov 9 I had surgery and from that day to now I'm down 170 LBs I'm feeling amazing.

Wow you look great

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Greetings everyone's it's been a long time but work has been crazy. Wanted to check-in with y'all. Nov 9 I had surgery and from that day to now I'm down 170 LBs I'm feeling amazing.

You look amazing!!! Congratulations on the weight loss

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