Hey folks. I was looking to set up a thread for July 2014 sleevers. I believe the other threads were originally back in 2013.

I just had my surgery on July 2. I'm SO glad I did this. My breaking point was being diagnosed with high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and a host of other problems. I put on another 30 pounds from October to February of this year. I was a good 185 and quit smoking. I ballooned up to 305. I'm self pay and I got to 278 during my pre-surgery.

Since the surgery, I don't think I've been hungry, but I'm still dealing with the healing process. My first postop is Thursday. My only complaint is the low energy level. I knew it was coming, but wow.

I'd like to hear from those who started their life change this month. I am also hoping this can be a thread we can keep tabs on each other, as well as provide motivation when we need it

Hey everyone! I was sleeved July 11 and my Dr also repaired a hiatel hernia!! I'm in no pain from sleeve but more from my esophagus where hernia was repaired! I cant keep NO Protein shakes down at all! Just apple juice, ice chips, Jello and broth! I feel like crap bc i do feel hungry from not getting protein in! It hurts when i sip on anything, its terrible!! All i want is mashed potatoes something to quench my craving:( Any one else have this? I also have blurred vision, unsure if its from being cooped up inside since Fri!! I'm regretting this a bit

The massive gas pain in my chest is killing me. I can't even come close to getting enough liquids in because every sip feels like a massive heart attack! Tomorrow is my one week post op date. I hade the hernia repair, that as I have been reading, leads to this misery! PLEASE TELL ME HOW LONG IT WILL FEEL LIKE THIS!

With all the issues people are having, I should feel happy... No pain, no heartburn, spasms....no problem drinking or getting protein in. Still on liquid diet and having less than 500 calories a day and only losing a couple of lbs since surgery...2 weeks post surgery today... I'm very disappointed. Even without walking or not getting enough water (which I am) I should be losing weight. Worried it's my age... 52. I just don't get it at all. .

I've been very lucky/blessed since my sleeve on July 21. No pain, no nausea. I've lost 14 lbs since my initial consult on July 8 (but they didn't weigh me on surgery day). They took me off all HBP meds as my bp was 111/65. Also off all stomach meds unless I feel the need for them. I heard my personal thermostat would change but I did not expected to happen so quickly. I've always kept the air at 72 or 73 or 74. But now I'm keeping it at 77! Sometimes I do put the ceiling fan on but I never in 1 million years thought I would be keeping my thermostat at 77°!

Is that 28 pds post surgery or with the weight u lost on your own...either way congrats this is quite a journey but I'm loving my results thus far

post surgery...I did not do any pre surgery

Hi to all! I was sleeved on 7/21, did well and was released on the 22nd. Tolerating diet well so far, except for diarrhea which is becoming worse. Any ideas?

Have you tried removing the little strip behind your ear that they give you prior to surgery? That is what was causing my blurred vision, once I removed it, it eliminated the blurred vision issues within 24 hours.

The massive gas pain in my chest is killing me. I can't even come close to getting enough liquids in because every sip feels like a massive heart attack! Tomorrow is my one week post op date. I hade the hernia repair, that as I have been reading, leads to this misery! PLEASE TELL ME HOW LONG IT WILL FEEL LIKE THIS!

Hang in there..I was EXACTLY where you were this time last week. Really discouraged, bloated and overall not feeling well. I was sleeved on 7/14. I lost 10 lbs during pre op. As of now I have lost a total of 25 lbs (including pre op lbs lost). I've dropped almost 2 dress sizes so I'm excited. The only issue I am having is that I am ALWAYS thirsty and I am so limited to what I can drink. I have not found anything that I really like to drink, does anyone have any suggestions?

I heard my personal thermostat would change but I did not expected to happen so quickly. I've always kept the air at 72 or 73 or 74. But now I'm keeping it at 77! Sometimes I do put the ceiling fan on but I never in 1 million years thought I would be keeping my thermostat at 77°!

I dieted pre-op and was constantly FREEZING. It has gotten worse post-op. Hubby hates to ride in the car with me because I forget to turn on the A/C -- and I live in the hot South. I sleep under 5 blankets and always have a sweater on. Oh well . . . I save on food AND electric bills. BONUS!

Hello All, Hope everyone is doing well. I haven't had surgery yet but I got a good feel of what the Gas pain was all about today, I had to go for an Upper GI and they pumped my stomach full of gas and needless to say my day hasn't been the best. It could have been worse but I felt it.

Hello! I was sleeved on July 17th, tomorrow will be my post op appointment and I pray the doctor will advance me to puréed foods. I can't stand one more protein shake. The pre made ones are horrible! I'm also ready for a different texture.

I'm so glad to see so many July Sleevers!

Just back from the hospital! Sleeved on July 28! Feel great, but learning to sip slooooowly. The first two days were a bit uncomfortable at times, but once I cleared the gas...I improved dramatically.

Edited July 31, 201412 yr by AlwaysVegas

Hello! I was sleeved on July 17th, tomorrow will be my post op appointment and I pray the doctor will advance me to puréed foods. I can't stand one more protein shake. The pre made ones are horrible! I'm also ready for a different texture. <br> I'm so glad to see so many July Sleevers!

I hear you... My appoint was today and my diet was advanced. I have had a few things like the refried beans which I like and some soup pureed neither sat well, but they tasted so good. I just hope tomorrow goes better

I was sleeved on 7/23!! Doing very well, getting in my fluids and my protein ok for now!! I do have a question, I'm having a hard time telling when I'm full, and feel sometimes one more bite makes me feel STUFFED is this normal?

I had my sleeve done 7/25/14. Everything is going to plan & I'm very happy

I was sleeved on 7/23!! Doing very well, getting in my fluids and my protein ok for now!! I do have a question, I'm having a hard time telling when I'm full, and feel sometimes one more bite makes me feel STUFFED is this normal?

At the beginning I also had a hard time to tell but eating slowly helps, wait until the food passes and when you feel like you cannot take any more, that is full.

I learned my lesson lol yesterday I got carried away, eating scrambled egg to fast and the food was like stuck there for a while. Believe me, you don't want that to happen.