Denn

On a given day. I weighed 200 pounds this morning and now I weigh 206!!! I'm so upset, why. I did eat carbs today , is that what did it. Ahhhh .... Am I normal?

I was sleeved by Dr quinones. At first I was going with the other doc you mentioned but felt really uneasy. As I did research I realized it was not a good fit for me. My dad wouldn't be allowed to stay with me over night and at times I have shoulder problems where I can't lift myself up. He was so concerned about it and he was right, I did need some help propping myself up to go to the bathroom. I'm so glad I changed doc.'s! I've had no complications and am 7 weeks out and have lost 46 pounds. I beat diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure and my white blood cell count that was pretty high is going down on it's own. If you wanna chat please PM - I don't work for DrQ or anything like that- I'm just very pleased with the results. Do research, ask questions and find what's the best for for you. Good luck on your journey and keep us posted!

Although I'm sorry this happened to you, thank you for sharing- I needed a laugh!!! I am a victim of stealth farting. I was in my dorm room- which I call my jail cell because its so small when I just had to fart. My stomach was flipping over and over after having a breakfast shake and then as I made my way to the bathroom the fart hit me like a nuclear explosion. Needless to say I ruined my favorite Pjs and had to stand in the shower for a while to try to wash away the smell and evidence. I am now lactose intolerant and can't even look at milk without wincing !!! I carry extra shirts, undies and paper towels in my car just in case now!!!

Houston Texas. Sleeved May 7th

First of all, I apologize if this question has already been answered ... And would appreciate links if they are available. I'm five weeks out and can only consume about 2 to 3 ounces of food at one time. I feel full and am scared to eat more because I don't want to throw up or stretch my tummy. I am at about 500-600 calories. So is this my normal? Will it always be this way? And is it ok if I skip meals at times because I'm too too full from liquids? For example yesterday I only had lunch (3 soft meatballs with a little tomato sauce) and the same for dinner. Any suggestions would be good. I've heard I will stall or go into starvation mode- but that's all that I can do!!!

I was trying so hard not to post - but ahhhh - made me sad and a bit ashamed. I had to go outside for many many reasons and it's the best decision for me. I really don't understand the goal of the OP? If this is a support board how is this supportive at all? I often scroll past stuff I don't get, am interested in, or want to be a part of- why are long Mexico posts so threatening ??? Anyway, I hope we all try to get along and support each other on our journeys whether we left out stomachs outside the border in the grand USA!!! I need support and answers, not to feel like I do this morning. Oh well. Good luck everyone !!!

I had a good experience with my doc in Mexico as well. I was totally scared at one point and after reading different sites I eventually changed surgeons. I haven't posted my complete experience because I'm afraid some will look at it as advertisement or that I'll break the rules. I've lost 39 pounds and am five weeks out. I'm sure many will find your post encouraging and informative. Thanks for sharing and good luck on your journey !!! Keep me posted, love to know how everything is going. I really enjoy this site, asking and reading questions. I definitely don't want to offend anyone - and I don't think you meant to break any rules either. :-(. Once again, congrats on your decision.

So I'm getting in out 50 oz of fluids and 40-50 grams of protein. It's so hard because I'm hardly ever hungry- I'm always thirsty and Protein shakes make me gassey and make me get the runs sometimes.

Should we try a get together?? We could choose a place - maybe a park or someplace where we can bring our own drinks/food since we're at different places? It would be awesome to walk in Herman park or something like that???

Hi everyone. I was sleeved May 7th and have lost 33 pounds total- including 12 pound pre-op. Loving my sleeve and hating it sometimes too- no regrets!!!

I have the Nexplanon - it's in my right arm right under my skin. It's good for three years and uses progesterone - I love it- get really light or no periods and hasn't affected anything.

I had the same problem- and it delayed me in moving on to puréed. What really helped was over the counter Prilosec. I didn't feel heartburn and really thought it wasn't acid - but it was. Also - regular water hurts and sits like a rock a times and I'm three weeks out. Crystal light and propel packets have really helped as well. Good luck!!!

Opps - I would love to meet up with you all - I really want a support group ... Any meet-ups would be cool. :-)

Hi everyone. I was sleeved on May 6th and live in Clear Lake

Hope this isn't too nerdy - but I googled "epic music" on YouTube. They are mostly taken from movie scores and video games- there is a track that is ten hours long!!! As I walk, do homework or clean I feel as if I'm slaying a dragon or drafting an evil lord. You can get a tool bar to download these tracks.

And I'm only three weeks out. I really don't get it. I'm eating what's on the diet plan and eat small portions. I wait the allotted time between meals and drinking. I don't know what to do ? Eat more , eat less , more protein? Less protein? Ahhhhh - will I ever leave the 200's and am I failing already :-(?

When I was there I had wifi- so i just texted my friends and family. It is possible to skype but I didn't do it. The hotel and hospital have wi-fi access to patients if you ask the front desk. My dad did have ATT near the border but a phone calling call is a good option. Also to call the staff you can use the hotel phone.

You look amazing!!! I'm on a stall and only three weeks out... any tips??? AND what made you so successful- what's your secret?

I have both - my doctor sutures over the staples to try to ensure no leaks.

I got to watch mine! I have purple thread inside me... it was weird and cool at the same time.

Parents are complicated!!! I asked my mom out to eat - just to spend time with her and she asked how much I planned to eat!!! I was like really??? I just want to see how are things. Then she asks if I'm moving back in? Uhh, i love my folks but small doses are enough, I can only imagine the ordeal of eating at home. I think they could make me regret my decision. But so far so good. The only thing I've found is when I tell people I went to Mexico they feel I either cheated to get it done quickly or that I'm insane for going to such a horrible place (sad thing is, I'm a Mexican !). They don't seem to understand that for me this was the best choice and only choice at this point. No regrets.

I think I've hit my first stall. I'm not discouraged or upset but would like tips and/or links as to how to start losing again. Any advice is appreciated. I am drinking well and getting in about 45-55 grams of protein in but I'm still on puréed foods and not sure what to do? Oh yeah, and about 350-500 calories a day without subtracting my walks.

My surgery was May 7th and including my pre-op diet I have lost 31 pounds. But the biggest loss came yesterday - my doc removed all insulin - which I was at 4 shots a day. I was put on an oral med for diabetes - but I don't mind that at all. I've also come off high blood pressure and cholesterol meds!!! I think I've hit a stall but I'm ok with that- it's normal and there is no way I won't keep losing with the small amounts I'm eating. Keep going May Sleevers - we got this :-)

Because of my situation -no insurance, I went to Mexico, Tijuana and had surgery with Dr Quinones. I'm very happy with my care and results. I'm 16 days out and have lost 31lbs including my pre-op diet. I'm right on track and am only working on keeping my wounds clean and they are healing great although I have diabetes.

Hi and Congrats!!! I was sleeved May 7th and am from the Houston Area. Wish we could have a meet up of some kind?