Vixynne

Thanks, Chelly! I NEVER thought I'd be this successful. Getting sleeved is the #1 best decision I've ever made.

I just read where people had their hair fall out after surgery. Did you experience that? Can you still drink wine? Is it hard to go out to eat?

Hi Bon Trin--I had very little hair loss, but yes, some. I honestly think some hair loss is inevitable, and my doc said it's one of the body's typical reactions to surgery. I did make sure to get lots of protein, though, which can help keep hair loss at a minimum. I didn't bother with taking biotin or buying expensive shampoos. I also made sure to use a lot of conditioner and GENTLY comb it through in the shower with a wide-tooth comb, instead of yanking and tugging at tangles.

I'm not much of a wine drinker, to be honest, but I do have alcohol occasionally, since my surgeon clears his patients for it at the 1-year mark. It hits me harder than it used to, so I don't drink much!

I LOVE going out to eat. I order a high-protein appetizer (shrimp or chicken skewers, or something NOT fried), or I order a lean-protein dinner and take the extras home. I have no real difficulties with the changes that come with sleeved life. Before surgery I had a solid preparation by my medical and psych team, and I think I definitely got exactly what I expected; the ability to eat like a skinny girl, and change my body by changing my relationship with food. Feel free to send me a private message if you have any other questions.