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I have lost a total of 115 pounds. I was sleeved November 15. However, I had many complications.

Good luck to you! I will pray for you and your family.

I experienced the same thing. I too wanted the surgery so bad and have come to regret it. After my surgery November 15, I was running a high fever. I went to after hours and they said I had pneumonia. I completed the antibiotics but did not get better. My mother demanded that I go to the ER. Thank God she did. It was at that time I was told I had a gastric leak. I stayed in the hospital from December 12 until the 23. I guess they were getting me out before CHristmas because I returned January 3 with the same complications, high fever and shortness of breathe. FInally, three surgeries later the leak is closed. However, it was a long battle. I stayed in ICU the entire month of March. The doctors told my family the only thing I had was going for me my age and pray. He told them there was a 90 % I would not make it. Man may say one thing but God has the last word. In April, I went through rehab to learn to walk and build my strength. Now, I am doing fine. I thank GOD everyday for sparing my life. My advice to you is to pray and don't give up. GOD will deliver your her. I am praying for you and her. GOOD LUCK!!

Way to go! Good luck to you!

Hi, I was sleeved November 15. I have had many complications. I had a large gastric leak, kidney failure, and rapture sleen. Has anyone had these same problems?

Yes, I was in pain and had to undergo many surgeries. This has been a strain. However, I know there is a reason for me having to endure the complications. I don't know the purpose for GOD sparing my life.

I am fine now. But, it has been a hard battle. I have been in and out of the hospital and unable to eat or drink anything since December 12, 2010. This last time I was in critical care for twenty-one days. Finally, they have closed the leak. I have lost a total of 105 pounds and my faith in God has grown. I give HIM all the glory because this last time the doctors had given me up.

Did you reach your goal of 200 lbs.?

Thank you! Same to you! I am having my sleeve done in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. What about you?

My last supper is tomorrow. I will start a liquid diet Monday. My surgery date is November 15.

Angela, I am feeling the same thing. I am excited; however, at the same time I feel fear. My date is scheduled for November 15, 2010. Today, while surfing the internet I came across this site. This was a blessing. Now, I have had the opportunity to read about other's experiences. Good luck to you.I wish you the best!!