Is there anyone on this site who hasn't had ANY issues with this surgery? It seems there are so many horror stories

I have had no significant issues since my surgery, 7 weeks ago. I take care to follow my surgeon's instructions to the letter, and pay very close attention to my nutritionist's guidelines. I work hard at the gym, 3 or 4 hours a day, and take all my meds/supplements. Maybe I'm just lucky....

There are lots of really good success stories. I found that most of the "horor stories" are followed by the person saying that they broke on of the rules or didnt drink enough water or something like that. But.. dont let it discourage you

what 'horror stories' are you referring to? I've not really seen too many - except for the unfortunate leaks and such- but even those seem to be small in numbers - at least compared to the horror stories of people with the lap band.

I was sleeved 7/26/12 (tomorrow makes 2weeks) I dont have any complaints. You def have to be head strong..My biggest complaint is the trapped GAS! I'm down 27lbs..my only horror story would be how i'm going to keep all these haters off...because i'm coming into form baby!!

There are lots of really good success stories. I found that most of the "horor stories" are followed by the person saying that they broke on of the rules or didnt drink enough Water or something like that. But.. dont let it discourage you

That's exactly what's happening. I'm scared to death now since joining this blog. I have no clue what to do. I've been approved by my insurance co, and I'm ready to go. Now I'm the one pulling back. I wish I had a crystal ball to see if I come through with no issues. I'm healthy other than being fat. I have 90 pounds to lose. I know I need the surgery to help me, but I'm terrified! My surgeon is the best in FL, so that's not the issue either. I need help!

@jennljhp dont be scared. Is well worth it if you have the best and pray that you are in good hands all is well...speaking from experience. I got approved in a week but schedule my surgery out 1 month because I was 2nd guessing myself but I'm glad I went thru with it becasuse it was time to do something new and that sleeve is the little kick in the a$$ that I needed.

Most of the issues you see on this site are normal postop issues after major abdominal surgery. Yes, some do have complications but not many.

Well, what do you mean by "issues"? 'Cause that could be anything.

It depends on your point of view what you consider a good trade off for the end result. Personally, I haven't heard ANYTHING I would consider a horror story... just routine surgical outcomes, really no different than a woman might experience when she goes to the hospital to have a baby. Whether it's a healthy fit body or a healthy baby, it's the end result we're after, not the pain and recovery.

No issues at all. 4 months post op. 68lbs lost since surgery, 118 lost total. Love it

No issues here!! Had surgery 5/3/12. Down 60 lbs, my biggest complaint is the metal taste in my mouth which I just learned via this chat site that is normal due to ketosis :-).

Stop reading. When I decided to have surgery I was so psyched. Then I found this site. While I love it and it's been so helpful, it was also not good for me read sooooooo many different situations that people have. I stopped reading because I was making myself crazy worrying about the 'what if's.' once I had my surgery and of course all went well, I started reading again. It messes with your head when u read too much.

I've had no issues whatsoever since surgery 9 months ago. I actually posted a topic shortly after surgery asking the same exact thing!

No issues here :-)

life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

Three months in. Not a single issue except constipation. Never close to vomiting, get in my water and protein for the most part, and literally nothing my sleeve can't tolerate that I've tried so far (I eat pretty healthy)

I am almost three weeks post-op and had no complications. I agree with JDHenin....reading this site before surgery made me a paranoid mess! I think as long as you are honest with yourself and are aware of the risks that is enough, no reason to be so anxious you sabotage pre-op.

If you can, find a support group locally. I met a group of women a few weeks before my surgery and it was great motivation to see people at different stages. Not one person regretted having the operation which eased my mind.