playfair

HI everyone, I had mine done at the London Independent on 3 June 2011. My weight loss seems to be slower than most people on this forum but it is steady. I have lost about 2 stone 8lbs; From 19st 10lbs to 17st 2lbs. My BMI was 42.9 and is now 37.1. I just under another 6 stone to loose and I don't mind if it's slow because then it's easier to avoid slack skin. Anyone else who is about six months or more out and has gone slowly like I did? Sian

Hi there Coops- it's nice to see that there are some Brits out there getting this op done. I know it has been popular in the US for a while. It also seems that the food options in the US post-op make it a bit easier than here. Where did you get done? I went to the London Independent in Stepney Green. I went private as I didn't want to play the NHS waiting game and end up with diabetes. Have you met any others in the UK who have also had the Gastric Sleeve. My consultant talked me out of the Saline ball and the said that the gastric band had a lot of complications attached. Playfair

Well done to you - I found the first week or two difficult but I had family around me to encourage and help.

You'll get there - patience is very important and that's so easy to say but less easy to practice! Best of luck and eyes on the prize.

Thanks very much - the temptation to weigh myself everyday is immense. Although it means I have to look long term rather than getting disheartened over a pounds increase after about 3-4 days of losses. I'll be back on this site regularly - everyone has been so nice.

I was sleeved in London, UK on June 3rd. I was 275lbs and 6 weeks out I am now 242lbs. My BMI is now 38.11 which means I am no longer morbidly obese - just obese. Am looking forward to being classed as 'overweight'. I went back to the gym today and it felt good - just ten minutes on a treadmill and a 5% incline gave me plenty of energy. On average I'm loosing 2-4 pounds a week.

Exact same thing happened to me around week 4. Go out walking every day for at least 30 minutes even if it's just round the mall. I drink a pint of milk a day and find when I skip my milk that's when I stall. I don't count calories - I just watch the portion size and take care to include fruits, veggies and protein. I felt quite down during my stall week - but my nurse really helped me out.