gms1972

I was sleeved on 09-09-09 and I lost 85 pounds....made it from 237 down to 151. I am now up to 166. I can't stop eating.

Great job everyone. This thread is by far my most favorite. I am only down 38 lbs (out of 100) but have a few to share: 1. Being able to cross my legs under my desk at work 2. Being able to tie my shoes by looking over my knee instead of moving my leg to the outside of my chest 3. Being able to feel my hip bones 4. Starting to see a glimmer of my collar bones. I can't WAIT until they are protruding :L-) - kidding - just can't wait until they are defined. G

1. Eat slowly or it is gonna HURT 2. Take all your vitamins every day 3. Get out and walk at least once a day

All I do is make sure I get 70 grams of protein a day, and keep it under or around 600 calories....that's all. You'll find that getting the 70 grams of protein will fill you up and not leave room for much else. I drink the Protein Drinks from Costco (white packaging) that have 160 calories and 30 grams of protein....and after that whatever proteins can get me to 70 grams a day. Good luck!

I went shopping last night for the first time since losing 30 pounds. For the first time in 10 years I could buy what I liked, and not just what fit. For the last 10 years I have been buying clothes if they fit (which was hardly ever), not if I like them....because if they fit, I LIKED THEM!!! I am also out of big girl clothes - officially can shop in the regular women's department - which as you may know increases the possibilities immensly. I am so glad I did this for myself...I just can't say enough about how great I feel. :confused1:

can someone please tell me what NSV stands for? I understand what it is, but can't figure out the acronym. Thanks!

My house too, is experiencing the cleaning phenomenon. I have cleaned out closets, clothes, under sinks, cabinets, you name it. I refolded my entier linen closet last weekend. WHO am I? LOL.

What are the slimies?

That is SWEET! Congrats! G

In the hours after surgery, you're on moraphine in and out of consciousness...the day after you're feeling a bit less tired, but your stomach muscles will hurt. I never actually felt my stomach (the organ) but the muscles they cut through to complete the surgery. In the week after surgery, I felt a gurgling (and heard it to) after/during drinking. I pictured it as a funnel, and the liquid trying to go into a smaller opening...it makes you feel like you want to burp - sometimes you can (a little) but mostly I coud not. The second week after surgery, I was just concerned about getting my scars healed. In retrospect, I should have asked for sutures (stitches). The glue didn't hold up very well on me and I had to go back to my PCP to get my main incision taped closed. It was pretty gross. It healed fine, but stitches would be my preference if I had to do it all over again. A lot of people on this board had a hard time getting all their Protein in the first weeks after surgery. I never had that problem...I made it simple with one supplement being 30 grams protein and two at 15 throughout the day. You have to take very small sips those first few weeks. I am at week 3 now, and on 'mushies' - cottage cheese is kinda hard to get down - yogurt works (fat free, sugar free), and I have been eating a bunch of Soups...split pea, nothing chunky. I'll be glad when the mushies are over, as your options are still kinda limited. while in the mushie phase, I still take 60 gr of protein via supplements becuase there's no way I could stuff down 70-grams of protein via food. The most I can eat of cottage cheese right now is about 3 oz. I do miss eating, I'm not going to lie. The fact that I will never be able to take a bite out of a big sandwich or a bagel kinda sucks...but losing 18 pounds in 22 days gets me over that pretty fast Good luck, I hope this helps. G

I was sleeved in San Francisco by Dr. Cirangle. I am a little older than you (early 30s) and am envious that you can make such a significant improvment to your health so early on in life! My sleeve was $17k, I was a cash pay patient. I took a loan out to cover it, and luckily it had a low interest rate (3.2%). I am so glad I had this surgery. I have only lost 18 pounds so far (though it has only been three weeks). I would highly recommend Dr. Cirangle - the procedure and recovery time was slightly more uncomfortable than dental work. (really). Good luck!

Vonnie - I had mine on 09/09 and i hate to say it was a breeze, but I have had more discomfort and pain with dental work. Seriously. SO GLAD I did this. I ate today for the first time (real food -mushies) and I can currently eat about 1/20th of what I used to. AMAZING. Can't wait to hear from LAN2K!!!

Hi - I am 1 week post op, and have lost 14 lbs. I have so much energy right now that I have insomnia....has anyone else experienced this? If so, what are your remedies/changes in your eating schedule worked for you? I knew I would have more energy, but didn't think it would be this soon...don't get me wrong, it is great, but not at 2am. :biggrin: Thanks- G VSG 09-09-09 - Dr. Cirangle San Francisco 237/223/137

My stomach too, gurgled after every sip, and I felt a tightness after every sip. I am 7 days out and it has definitely improved. It actually improves everyday. My big wow today was that I had 4 oz. of the high protein tomato soup and it took me 45 minutes to finish 5 oz....I was SO FULL. Congrats on getting through the hard part. The other thing I would recommend (as a patient, of course, not as a doctor) is the sooner you can get off the pain meds, the faster you'll feel back to your normal (mentally) self again. GOOD LUCK!!!

So glad you're feeling better!

I just got home from having surgery with Dr. Cirangle in SF on 090909. Am doing well, having a little discomfort and can't believe how little liquid makes me full. It is nuts. The first day of recovery in the hospital was rough - no major pain, just an uncomfort that made it hard to relax. I am sitting at home now, just downded 30 grams of protein this morning and heading to the stash to try and get in another 15. I can't wait to see some results.

I am scheduled for mg VSG on 090909 with Dr. Cirangle in San Francisco. While I am excited, I also feel like I have really let myself down - you know - getting to this point. I feel like I have given up on losing weight 'on my own' and now I am having most of my stomach CUT OUT of me. How did I get here? Did anyone else have these feelings before surgery? I am not getting cold feet - I definitely am doing this, I am just feeling disappointed in myself. Anyone?:confused1:

Thanks, soon2bskinny - you're exactly right. I have done EVERY diet known to man, and yet today, I am the heaviest I have ever been. Thanks.

I totally understand that this isn't the easy way out...the time,money and difficult conversations with friends and family have proven that. I guess I'm just shocked that I am finally at a place where I have given up on losing weight without surgical intervention. Thanks for all the hearfelt responses...this is a great board. G:001_smile:

I'm scheduled for 09/09/09 and can't wait! I'm getting a little sad that I won't be able to have a 'regular' meal with my husband anymore - eating together is a big deal for him. I feel like I will eat my meal in 15 seconds or less!

What is a 32 French Size? New to the boards here - VSG 09-09-09 :001_tongue:

What is a 32 French size? New to the boards here - VSG scheduled for 09/09/09.