I just turned in the last of my requirements to the Dr. today. Now I'm getting nervous instead of excited. The doctor intends to remove my band, do the sleeve, and repair a hernia all in one fell swoop. I'm concerned about pain, but I'm more concerned now that I won't be able to stick to the strictness of the diet plan. I've had many problems with my band over the last seven years, slippage, port pain, and now the hernia. I originally lost 60 pounds, but have gained it all back. I know I can lose it again with this surgery, but can I keep it off is my worry. Although my doctor tells me my new stomach won't stretch, I've read some stories here of some who regained all their weight, which I can't understand with such a small stomach. I don't eat sweets and treats all day, but I like them sometimes. Will I be able to ever indulge in a treat and still keep my weight down? Will I be able to ever eat a small popcorn at the movies, or eat out with friends? I'm feeling very insecure now. Any encouraging words out there? I'm really needing them now. My surgery will be around September 1.

Had my surgery on 9/3. All went well. Can't seem to get all my liquids in now and in a terrible depression. Anyone else go thru this right after surgery?

The first week is tough, but it gets better. I was nauseous and could not drink anything. Try sugar free Popsicles and ice chips. Once I did that I started feeling much better. I wasn't depressed I don't think, but I definitely had "WTF did I do to myself!" moments. You will be okay!!

Edited September 11, 201511 yr by alycopp78

I did not read whole thread but I am 4 years since my revision from band to sleeve and I do not agree that sleeve loses it's effectiveness. It does get harder....for many reasons. I still don't eat the big portions like I used to...

I don't think your stomach stretches back out, but you have to learn to eat healthy. Smaller portions, which the sleeve helps with, more protein intake, and lower carb intake. No grazing. You can have a few of your favorites. BUT small portion and very rarely. That's my two cents.