Hi

I was sleeved on January 10, 2013. I had watched a friend go through a successful gastric bypass. I did my research and felt that the sleeve was a better choice for me. My problem is that I don't know too many sleevers. I am sort of floating out here alone. So, I ended up here at this forum. I am from North Carolina. The whole process has gone smoothly. I started in July and was sleeved last Thursday. I am officially one week out. I feel almost normal. No real pain, except some in my throat from the breathing tube. I am getting my proteins in as well as my fluids. I guess my concern is how my experience is comparing with others. My other concerns -which may seem small-when I read other posts are my breath and my hair. I know it sounds crazy, but I work with kids. And they are brutally honest. If I go at them and my breath is kicking from ketoacidosis they are going to tell me and my day will likely go downhill. Currently I have great hair. I just decided to go natural with it. I simply don't want to lose it. Well, that is my introduction. I look forward to hearing from someone-ANYONE~ as this is an experience in which I do not want to continue vitually on my own.

Congratulations on your surgery!

I think you have come to the right place. You will not be alone, that's for sure. You can participate as much or as little as you want.

I'm 4 weeks out and had a similar experience to you - no real pain, etc.

I have a worry about the hair loss as well. My hair is so thin already that the thought of losing tons of hair has me more than a little nervous. I've been told not everyone loses hair, and that it's all about the Protein, however, this forum seems to indicate otherwise.

I was worried about the breath as well, but did not experience any problems with this.

I wish you the best!

Welcome doll. I am in NC to. I to have no support in my area and I don't personally know anyone that has had the sleeve, but I have made some great people on this site. It is a great place for support. I know several people that had the gastric bypass, but I didn't want to have my intestines rearranged or have the vomiting/dumping and food restrictions. I basically chose the sleeve because I wanted my stomach to function like normal, just be smaller for the permanent portion control, and so far that's exactly what it's been. I am a month out tomorrow and haven't had any problems since my surgery. I'm not hungry, ever, but eat every 3-4 hrs. as my nut told me to. I'm still not able to get in my 64 oz. of water a day, but my nut wasn't too worried about it as long as I don't show signs of dehydration and to at least try to get 48 oz. The breath thing gets better when you can eat a little bit more foods (carbs), my husband said mine was horrible for the first couple weeks. I kept sugar free peppermint hard candies to suck on at work so I wouldn't offend anyone, but luckily I have my own office and don't converse with alot of people face to face. I have very thick hair myself, but am still a little worried that I'll lose more than I want,...even though it doesn't really start for 3-4 months post-op. If it starts look'n cruddy I'll just get it cut to my shoulders and grow it back out when the hair loss stops. Might want to try biotin, I heard that helps with the hair and nails. Congratulations on your surgery and I wish you the best of luck. Keep in touch...

Hi Traci,

Thanks for the insight and the advice. I find myself sipping all day. After several hours I finally finish something. Of course I am still at home and have the luxury of doing that. I was told I could count all my liquids towards my 64 oz.. Dehydration is a huge concern for me as I know this is an easy way to end up back in the hospital. This was my first hospital stay and surgery in 43 years. I have no desire to go back anytime soon. Thank you for reaching out to me. Congratulations on your success!

Congratulations on your surgery!

I think you have come to the right place. You will not be alone, that's for sure. You can participate as much or as little as you want.

I'm 4 weeks out and had a similar experience to you - no real pain, etc.

I have a worry about the hair loss as well. My hair is so thin already that the thought of losing tons of hair has me more than a little nervous. I've been told not everyone loses hair, and that it's all about the Protein, however, this forum seems to indicate otherwise.

I was worried about the breath as well, but did not experience any problems with this.

I wish you the best!

Thanks,

I looking forward to meeting and sharing with people here!

Welcome Doll. I hope you find the forums informative and supportive. Im still preop and can't wait to join you all in March. This site has been a great source for me and has helped me feel completely prepared. Good luck in your journey, look forward to seeing progress posts ; )

Good luck to you as well!

Welcome, Welcome!!!!!

Thank you, thank you!