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I had that problem and I was freaking out, every once in a while it still happens so I eat a little something every 3 hrs when this happens and drink water. I also went thru frenzy cravings in the first 6 wks (chocolate and starches like bread, rice etc) I think it was withdrawel because I ate of lot of that prior to the surgery. It does goes away once your used to your new tummy.

Wishing all of you a safe and successful surgery! You all won't regret it!

I was going to be "banded" but the nurse for my gastric doctor stated that most "bands" can slip and cause infections from lacerations from slippage which happens often and 90% of the patient who get the band wind up coming back for the sleeve, she herself had the sleeve and she showed me a couple of before and after pics and highly recommended it, I took a chance and took her advise and I am very grateful I did.

It took me about 6 months but I usually do a whole wheat wrap, but I usually can't have more than a couple of bites. I was a Bread, Muffin, etc maniac, I loved them, but after the surgery it changed for me. Now at about 10 months out every once in a while I may have a slice of wheat toast or I make a half sandwich with I slice of wheat bread.

This sounds Great! Thank you I'm trying it. I usually do a Breakfast "cupcake" with a couple of sheets of Phyllo dough with egg beaters and a lil cheese a bit of salt and pepper and its perfect for my sleeve and usually I don't eat the whole thing. I also do a Low Fat Ricotta cheese "cupcake" with some low fat Mozzerella and Grated Cheese and oregano with a couple of sheets of Phyllo dough. I use a little spray olive oil so it don't stick. They are real good and lots of Protein even in the grated cheese.

I had a biopsy which is how they found mine I wasn't told how I got though.

After the 3 weeks of antibiotics the breath test only took about a half hour to get the results at least for me. Best Wishes and I hope everything turns out well and have a Safe Surgery!

That is a Fantastic name for your sleeve, I wish I would of thought of that one! Best Wishes to you and a Safe Surgery!!

We are saving a space on for you on the "Losing Bench"!

I chew gum and drink diet soda (occasionally not like before) no issues at all. But every doctor will say different. When I left the hospital after the surgery I was allowed to eat soft foods like oatmeal, cream of wheat and even mashed potatoes (though potatoes was no comfortable for me) so I think it depends on the person.

I was wondering the same thing, I am now getting into a sze 8 at my current weight which I can't understand the last time I was a sze 8 I was 130lbs alot of people say the sizes have changes since 15 yrs ago which I can't agree cause the sze 8 are jeans I have had since and worn when I was in my mid 20's. I am not complaining one bit and my friends don't believe I weigh 170 cause they say I look smaller than that. Size 8 was my goal but now I am thinking I just might make sz 4 when I am done. I would never think to be that sze since I can't remember ever being a size 4. LOL I'm happy anyway!

I am almost a year out from surgery and I can eat basicly anything (which is why I had this surgery), I just have about 3 bites (spoonful) and I am full but I eat about 5 times a day so my metabolism keeps up and I make sure I drink my Protein shakes daily which personally I happen to like them and its simple, alot of people don't like them too much. There are some foods though I can't eat anymore like rice, potatoes etc, it feels too heavy on my sleeve but I exchanged that for turnips, squash and spinach which makes up for that. I am over 80lbs down and still going, slowly but I'm getting there. Much Luck To You!

I was hugely nervous too, I have always been afraid to have surgery, but it was only the first couple of days that I felt "icky" but after 6 days I went back to work and I have no problems, the only regret is that I didn't do this years ago! Wishing you a successful and safe surgery. I bet you will get through it just fine.

I had the H.Pylori also, I was so bummed 'cause it delayed my surgery for a month, but after all the medications (and it was alot) it was gone. I never even heard of H.Pyolori until I was tested I never had any symptoms but my doctor said most people don't until there is a problem but I'm glad this problem is over since I heard it can lead to stomach cancer.. Good Luck!

I love your story! "Jelly" is an adorable name you gave your sleave, I love it! Way to go on your weight loss and I wish you continued success on your journey. BTW this is not another boring success story, you are aiding others who are going to have "or" thinking to have this surgery that is how I made my decision "and have continued success" by reading these "amazing" stories, it gives hope! Many Blessings to you!

Your menu looks Great! I think I will steal that Eggplant/Lasagna creation for my New Years' gathering. Hope you don't mind, Thank you!

I never measured my food, I'm not that dilligent, I have never been that strict with myself because then it would be work not a lifestyle change, also I didn't want to make this journey nit picking every thing I ate. My bites are measured about a teaspoonful or a little less or a little more depending on what I am eating. Usually by the 3rd bite I get that tight feeling and I stop that is my warning signal. The only rule I have about eating is Protein first, through shakes or meat/eggs, then some veggies, and once in a while a treat here and there, and to be honest since the surgery I don't even crave too much sweets anymore so I don't feel like I am denying myself. I got this surgery so I can eat what I want just not alot of it and it has been working fantasticly!

Well Said!

I felt the same way you did this Christmas, usually on the holidays I'd be taking an inventory of what foods I have first to what deserts I was having last, this year I wasn't even thinking about it though I had a little chocolate mousse and a bit of pumpking pie each bite was less than a tablespoons each I was able to enjoy it but not fee guilty for eating loads of it.. Life is definately good post sleeved!! Happy Holidays to you and your family!!

I had a bite of this and a bite of that then rested then another bite of this and two more bites of that. LMAO!!! I loved being sleeved, I am able to eat what I want but just a little and I am great with that, finally!! Not only that, I was also wearing a red mini dress sze 8 for the first time in over 15 yrs. Yippee!

Hi! Was the pain in your stomach or your chest area? I had the same pain where is made me double over when I ate certain things (anything like processed meats, some chocolate, butter and mayonaise) I thought it was my stomach also, comes to find out that is wasn't it was my gall bladder and I had a stone. The pain or spasms would last most times over an hour till I was told that when you feel it coming on to drink Water and it was ease the pain pretty quick. Congrats on your 14's and wishing you continued success to your goal!!! Happy Holidays!!

My first appt I was going for the Lap Band and the nurse there warned me not to, she said there are alot issues with the band, slippage, infections etc. and 9 out of 10 patients come back wanting the sleeve. So I changed my mind and I am glad I did. I have had absolutely no issues with the sleeve. Good Luck with your revision QDH!

Hi CMD, You look Freekin Awesome, and so Beautiful, Way to go! I'm 9 month out and only lost 78lbs but hey, I went from a sze 18 to a sze 10 so who am I to complain! The holidays are here and I am being a little naughty with the chocolate, I haven't gained anything but the losing is soo slow. (Bad Me) LOL

I am 6 months out and after 3 to 4 bits of anything I have to stop just when I am just starting to enjoy the food, its over, can't touch it no more. Well I guess this is why I got the surgery to stop me before I go to far. LOL. There a certain foods that are easier for me like eggs and soft fish (scallops flounder etc) and then there are foods that after a couple of bites (red meat some chicken depending how its cooked, pork) I can't touch pasta,rice, potatoes etc cause it is very uncomfortable on my sleeve (except for a lil angel hair pasta, that okay) and its not really a pain I get, its more like one bite too much and it is coming back up. I try and drink a protein shake everyday since it is easy to go down and I make sure I get my vitamins and protein. Eating is not too much fun anymore, but I wouldn't change a thing, I haven't been this size in over 10 yrs.