BrainyBabe

Postoperative members hang around just long enough to report their continued weight loss and, then, after a year or so—especially if they are successful at keeping the weight off—fade away into the sunset. For the most part, active members with more than two years after surgery are still struggling, which is why they are still posting (staff notwithstanding). *** This is so true! I have been perusing all of the message boards for long-term sleeve patients and haven't bee successful in finding too many. Like you, I'd like to know how they've been able to maintain their weight, secrets to success, etc. I had lapband surgery in 2002 and had it removed in January 2012. I've gained a little weight since then and am considering having VSG. My greatest concern is my metabolism. When low calories become the new "normal" how hard is it to maintain the new weight? One's metabolism adjusts to the new calories, so I'm wondering how hard/easy it is to maintain the new weight. Lexi

Hello everyone, I'd love some input from you since most of these posts are from 2009-2010. I had the lapband installed in 2002 and removed in 2012. I've gained weight since January and am considering having VSG. My BMI is 32 and I'm desperate. I have struggled with weight issues my entire life and am tired of being self-conscious, feeling unattractive, etc. That being said, I'm so scared of the irreversible nature of this procedure. The lapband, for instance, caused a lot of problems but I was able to have it removed. I was wondering if you'd be willing to share your experience with me, such as: How long have you been sleeved? How do you feel after being sleeved for several years? How have you been able to maintain the weight loss? Would you do it again? How has the surgery changed your life? Have you had any complications? What words of wisdom can you give me? I look forward to hearing from you. Lexi