Losin4good

I am in a support group of over 100 people. Many were posting their bruising after surgery just to compare. It varies person to person. I had very light bruising, while some people had severe bruising. Glad you are getting it looked at, as thats the safest thing to do early on post op. i think you fall into the pretty severe bruising category, but i wouldn't say its completely uncommon.

I just started body pump this week too. Oh my gosh was I sore. I am sore in places I didnt even think i could get sore!! I was scared to do the class. I am so glad i finally did it! I almost cried when it was over just because i did it, and because I didnt give up. I finished the whole hour. Something i couldnt of dreamed of doing 145 pounds heavier!

In 2 days it will be my 7 month surgiversary. I still have a ways to go, but I feel like a whole new person!

I have lost 142 pounds so far. Yesterday was 8 months post op. i'd like to lose about 40-50 more. It is possible, but like everyone else said, it takes dedication and commitment. The weight loss is much slower now that i am 8 months out, but i am keeping my eye on the prize! Good luck!

I am down a full size in some types of shoes, and a 1/2 size down in others. I also do not need wide width anymore. Its a whole new world of shoes for me

I learned that I am extremely sensitive to sugar now, and if I have something with too much sugar this happens. It scared the heck out of me the first time it happened.

I was originally self pay where I live. I ended up VERY frustrated with the bariatric center I was going through. Loved the surgeon, but the staff was rude, unprofessional, etc. i ended up switching to Dr. Kelly in Mexico. Paid a fraction of the price I was paying to have it where I live. That was 8 months ago and I have zero regrets. Like everyone else said, its all done when you get there. Much easier and less stress!

If you ever make it up to Orcas Island, Mt. Constitution was an amazing hike. I dont think anything back home (eastern washington) will ever compare to this.

I swore that i would not cut my hair post surgery. Everyone i know who has had wls has chopped their hair off. About 3 months post op i started losing hair. It was hard to see these long strands falling out. Every time i ran my fingers through my hair there was a fair amount coming out. At 4 months i chopped it just above the shoulders. It felt less traumatizing losing short hair lol. I stopped losing hair at 5 1/2 months or so. Its pretty thin now, but i had super thick hair, so i kind of like it right now

Honestly, I wish I would have done that. My gallbladder had no stones before surgery, but if i could go back time, I would of had it taken out during wls.

I had my gallbladder removed 12 weeks post op from sleeve surgery. Everyone told me it was easy. The first 4 days i was in so much pain. I almost went to the ER because I thought something must be wrong. It was way more painful than sleeve surgery. Then people were like "oh yeah, its painful. I just didnt want to scare you!" I would of rather been prepared! Haha. Oh well. on day 5 it was like I never even had surgery. I felt 100% back to normal. I hope you have a speedy recovery!

I was there in August and enjoyed it. There were Amish people down the hall from me, so its nice to know why now I didnt have any complaints. It was exactly what I expected. The nurses were attentive and friendly, and the rooms were clean. And they had a cafeteria that my sister could go to when she needed to.

I have faced a number of times where I felt embarrassed or discriminated against because of my size. One time at a public pool i overheard someone say they shouldnt allow fat people in the pool because they are gross and take up so much room. I have lied about not liking roller coasters, because i was too embarrassed to admit i just dont fit. I have declined dozens of nights on the town with friends because i hated the weird looks i got at the bar. I was shopping for a bed once and the sales manager insulted me about my weight. I can go on and on....... And i can sympathize with your friend.....i would be and still are too embarrassed to walk into a yoga studio. Its intimidating. Even though I have lost over 130 pounds, i am still a fat girl inside and worried about being judged. Its funny because in a lot of other ways i am a strong, confident, determined woman. But there is always the vulnerable side of me. And i am working on the mental aspect of it along with the weight!

I've had mine since 2005. I have lost 130 pounds since surgery 7 months ago. My doctor has ordered my pressure changed after they put my machine in test mode for 2 weeks to see where it should be. Because about 2 months after surgery i was gulping air. They dont want to do a full sleep study until i am done losing weight. I have fallen asleep a few times without it and i feel like i am dragging all day so i assume i am not completely done with it yet. But my pressure is much less!

I can totally relate to this. Although my husband never told me that I hurt his feelings, I am pretty sure I did that first month or so after surgery. I dont care how "prepared" for surgery you are, those first few weeks are rough. I remember crying when my husband was going out for sushi when i was still on liquids. Rational? Nope. But I am pretty sure at that stage of the game, temporary insanity had taken hold of my emotions! lol I asked my family nicely that if they were going to be eating stuff like that, i dont even want to know about it, and not to eat it in front of me. Their journey or not, its just rude. I wouldnt do it to someone who just had surgery. Head hunger is a B.

I am 7 months post op too and we have very similar stats! Love the pics! You look amazing!

And if you are dehydrated, go get a bag of fluids. You will feel better instantly.

I had the same issue. It was like my sleeve took forever to heal. Around 5-6 weeks it got so much easier. Hang in there.

Obviously there are underlying issues. Some of them just might not be noticed until weight starts to come off. Its sad.

Doesnt sound too far off. I've read of it being around 80% several times. In fact, I personally know over 20 people who have had some form of wls, not online, actually know them. and out of all them only 2 of them are still married. And 1 of those 2 are considering divorce, but holding on. I've talked very openly to the happily married 9 year post op couple about how they make it work, what their secret is.

I have been a loyal LB shopper for about 10 years. BUT... The ladies at the LB near me are serious snobs. This has been ongoing for 3 years. and i ignore it because whats a chubby girl to do? when I went in 2 months ago I was so irritated at their behavior that i emailed corporate to complain. I went back last month because i am desperate for a pair of dress pants. They no longer carry ANY petites in their store. Thats it!!! This short girl is spending her $$ somewhere else!!! I am now an 18. I will find clothes. But never again will it be LB

Those first few weeks were tough for me with head hunger. I would think up all of these concoctions for when i could eat real food. The strange part is, once i did try them, they were all gross. LOL! Hang in there! Its tough, but worth it!

I went to my regular family doctor for any post op care that I needed. He even did my routine blood work for me. He was really supportive of my getting weight loss surgery. When my gallbladder went bad, the ER referred me to a surgeon. I was afraid that he wouldnt want to do my surgery because i had VSG in Mexico just 12 weeks prior. He didnt care at all. I have heard of doctors not wanting anything to do with patients who went to a different country, but I have not experienced that yet.

I used to live west of joliet. I had wanted to use Dr. Joyce but I found out my insurance wouldn't cover i have heard many good things about him and knew some people who had their surgeries there. I hope you enjoy your experience