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Hi Happydaisy. Congrats on your surgery. I am sure I will feel the same way you do after surgery. I will try to remember all those *&^(%$ days of dieting where I sat and watched my family eat like normal people while I ate "diet" food and had to battle my hunger demon. Sipping chicken broth for almost guaranteed results sounds a lot better. I am going to remember to surf the boards after surgery for the same reminder you describe. Good luck and congrats!

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I had it done on dec 13th. I feel pretty good today. Im just doing my best to get my liquids in. I felt weak this morning but felt better after I drank my Protein. So far, uhm, yeah, I regret it. When my family eats, im drinking my stupid chicken broth. Then again, im only 4 days postop. I love food and im starting to get frustrated bc I cant have real food. I reassure myself by reminding myself i can eat normal and whatever I want just smaller portions but just not right now. I get on this forum and read posts that are about 2-3months postop and get encouraged. I am embarrassed that im starting to get frustrated being only 4dys out. Oh well, cant change it now, gotta move forward, but the way I feel right now, I would rather not have done this. Going vegan sounds more appealing. Then again, how long would that last?

Wow I don't think i was expecting that response, but honesty is respected. I think you are going to get past this feeling... but it is emotional. Praying for you.

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Wow I don't think i was expecting that response' date=' but honesty is respected. I think you are going to get past this feeling... but it is emotional. Praying for you.[/quote']

Keep in mind the person posting this is only 4 days post op, they are in the worst part of the whole experience. They are likely experiencing crazy head hunger, which at this point maes them feel like they are starving. Their intake is very limited, and they are wondering if something is wrong. This is all pretty normal. The GREAT news is 2weeks from now they'll be able to look back with perspective and say "it was so worth it.". As you surf the forum, look at people's surgery dates. Regretful people are almost always very early post op. Even people I've seen that have had complications, after getting past them don't seem to regret the surgery though they may in hind site have chosen a different doctor or facility.

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Keep in mind the person posting this is only 4 days post op' date=' they are in the worst part of the whole experience. They are likely experiencing crazy head hunger, which at this point maes them feel like they are starving. Their intake is very limited, and they are wondering if something is wrong. This is all pretty normal. The GREAT news is 2weeks from now they'll be able to look back with perspective and say "it was so worth it.". As you surf the forum, look at people's surgery dates. Regretful people are almost always very early post op. Even people I've seen that have had complications, after getting past them don't seem to regret the surgery though they may in hind site have chosen a different doctor or facility.[/quote']

This is true. Thats why I say im only 4dys po. That is why I read threads of people further along for encouragement. I believe OTR is correct, but im still gonna be honest. At 2wks ill be honest too.

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Hi Happydaisy, I'm sorry a read all the comments, I'd still say I'm very proud of you, just look at you, you made all ready 4 days, dont get discourage or disappointed of how you feel know, It is not easy just give few more days and look forward it will get better. God Bless you.

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Keep in mind the person posting this is only 4 days post op' date=' they are in the worst part of the whole experience. They are likely experiencing crazy head hunger, which at this point maes them feel like they are starving. Their intake is very limited, and they are wondering if something is wrong. This is all pretty normal. The GREAT news is 2weeks from now they'll be able to look back with perspective and say "it was so worth it.". As you surf the forum, look at people's surgery dates. Regretful people are almost always very early post op. Even people I've seen that have had complications, after getting past them don't seem to regret the surgery though they may in hind site have chosen a different doctor or facility.[/quote']

waving hand....ummm regret isnt deep enough to cover how i feel about this surgery. its so not worth it if for cosmetic reasons!

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I started with a BMI of 34.9 going for the sleeve but I opted for the gastric bypass because of its better results against long-term regain. I would encourage people with lower BMI's to get the sleeve or the bypass - don't wait until morbid obesity approaches. I am three weeks post op and I am so grateful I did this surgery. It is one of the best decisions I have ever made. I had to pay out of pocket an t was worth every penny.

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Just checking in to see how you're doing. Hope everything is going well.

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I am scheduled for surgery on Dec. 13, 2012. I was wondering if I could get some input from past sleevers that have had the VSG with a bmi under 35. I wonder if this is such a drastic measure just to loose about 60lbs. I don't have any diabetes, high blood pressure, etc. Im just tired of being overweight. Of course, I don't want to get too thin either. I like having my curves. I am also getting pretty nervous about this surgery. I ask myself, should I really do this? I also can't find any sleevers past 5 yrs postop. How will I be at 70yrs old. (im 40 right now).

Checking in on you? How are you feeling, how's it going.. Prayers!

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Checking in on you? How are you feeling' date=' how's it going.. Prayers![/quote']

Im doing better everyday. I am so tired of liquids. I can only have Clear Liquids for 10days. As far as how I feel, I feel somewhat weak but thats bc all ive had is liquids. chicken broth, watered down Protein, gatorade, yuk! Im tired of it. Cant wait till sunday so I can try a Soup.

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Im doing better everyday. I am so tired of liquids. I can only have Clear Liquids for 10days. As far as how I feel, I feel somewhat weak but thats bc all ive had is liquids. chicken broth, watered down Protein, gatorade, yuk! Im tired of it. Cant wait till sunday so I can try a Soup.< /p>

How much fluids are you taking a day? any pain, nausea,etc.?

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I live in NJ and I'm having trouble finding a Dr that will perform the procedure because my bmi is too low. Any suggestions?

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I live in NJ and I'm having trouble finding a Dr that will perform the procedure because my bmi is too low. Any suggestions?

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40oz Fluid and doing my best with Protein. About 30-40protein. No pain. I did have discomfort with my shoulder bc of gas.

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I live in NJ and I'm having trouble finding a Dr that will perform the procedure because my bmi is too low. Any suggestions?

Self pay like many of us low bmiers unfortunately:( pretty good investment though, I'm pretty sure I spent more on take out and diet crap te last few years;)

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