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

Today is my 3 month surgiversary!!! I am so excited to say I am down 60lbs!!!

My stats:

HW 246

SW 240

CW 186

I went from sz 20/22 2xl to a l/xl and 14/16! It feels amazing I have had so many NSVs, like wearing sz LG scrubs at work, fitting in a roller coaster with my son, and just feeling amazing! I have to figure out how to post pics on here and I will do before and afters. I love my sleeve and loving my life!

Having the surgery was the best decision I've made in years. My surgery was on July 10th and I'm tolerating all textures with no dumping issues. I'm so blessed. The biggest problem for me is that my stomach likes to "sing" sometimes when I'm drinking fluids. Not a problem when I'm alone, but in a client meeting, it presents a problem.

Lol yes

My stomach is singing as we speak. Lol anytime with fluids. My stomach is pretty good with all foods except chicken. It doesn't go down well. But I am ok with it because I ate chicken so much I am so tired of it. Lol

Meat, especially chicken was a problem for me at first. I'm glad to have made it thru the awkward stage. Now I'm struggling with fluids. When I'm on the road it's hard to get them down because my stomach is a social butterfly.... sing, sing, sing. Then my nutritionist says I need 90 grams of protein a day! And this is going to happen how? I'll be honest, they're more days than I'm proud to admit that I only get in a liter of fluids. I'm pushing myself to get better, but it's easier said done. Heck I'm just happy to still have hair.

Completely understand. I am going through the hair loss now and it's not fun. Hair falling out everywhere.

Sorry to hear that. I was really worried about hair loss. I have an aggressive anemia and bleeding disorder so I've had my share of hair loss. I started taking Biotin months before the surgery and then switched to the chewable form after surgery. Are you taking vitamins right now?

Yeah I am taking a multivitamin, b12 and calcium. I wanna maybe try a vitamin for hair maybe it will slow down the hair loss.

I am having hair loss issues now also that I started to notice a week or two ago, and I was sleeved July 30th. I bought biotin so we shall see how that works. I have to get the bloodwork done soon before my next visit with the dr to see what other vitamins I need to take, right now I'm only taking calcium and multivitamins. Has anyone been suffering from headaches because of the drastic change in calorie intake or protein? I was told that could be why I've had headaches everyday for weeks..... Just curious if anyone else was told this

Milagro the Mexican Wonder Tummy and I are doing FABULOUS! 109 days post-op and I feel great. Eating lots of fresh veggies, good quality protein, and other great stuff.

Yeah I am taking a multivitamin, b12 and calcium. I wanna maybe try a vitamin for hair maybe it will slow down the hair loss.

I just started taking Biotin and using Nioxin shampoo and scalp therapy. I hope it will help my hair is thin to begin with...ugh.

Now I'm shedding more than my cats!! Already got the blood test but haven't gotten a chance to go back to see my doctor yet.

I'm about 3 months post op (sleeved 7/28) and I'm down 51 lbs total. I am so happy!! I've never lost this much weight before. I've lost almost 20% of my starting weight. I noticed last week that I can make it up the stairs at work without feeling completely winded and my lungs burning (I only work on the second floor)! People are really noticing a difference in me physically. One of the girls who works in my office to me the other day "you're getting smaller every day!" I have to admit...I'm loving the complements! I no longer have any dietary restrictions but am trying to really watch my carb intake. I still love carbs, so I know that is my weakness and I need to stay I'm control. My husband and I just bought a total home gym, so now we have that, a treadmill, and an elliptical. I'm excited about working out more and toning things up. My goal is to get to onederland before we go to Disneyland in 6 weeks. I know I can do it!!!!!

Edited October 19, 201411 yr by nursejenny07

Forgot to add a pic! Here's me preop and then last week (11 wks out):