viking girl

I was a low BMI when I was sleeved in August 2016. I was 180 pre op and 172 on the day of surgery. I am now at 132. Went from a very tight 12 to a comfortable 4-6. No post op problems with the exception of constipation requiring Miralax and watching intake. I am 65 years old and love being able to sit comfortably in an airline seat. get on my hands and knees without groaning and no more breathing heavy when climbing stairs. I can feel my ribs and love having a waistline. My motivation was to prevent lose of mobility and becoming dependent upon my husband to take care of me. I highly recommend this to anybody who has the means either with insurance or out of pocket. I cannot tell you the piece of mind and comfort I have. I did not qualify for insurance but actively shopped my surgery and used a general surgeon who negotiated with a local hospital for a cash price. There was no need for a fancy weight loss center with all the bells and whistles. The savings were substantial and the quality of care was no different had I paid a lot more. My goal weight is 130 but I have decided to not actively try to lose the extra 2 lbs that may or may not come off. I am enjoying life and am so pleased with my results. Don't let fear hold you back.

Stay strong. The best is yet to come. I am almost 7 months and love what this has done for me. It will be that way for you too.

I didn't tell anybody I was having surgery. Only my husband knew and has been my biggest supporter. It just made it easier not having to explain and listening to everybody's opinion. I know how I felt and had my own reasons. You have to take care of you. Maybe a little jealously there too from other people who would benefit from the same thing. Follow your heart and mind. Good luck.

I'm deleting this site. Too much drama for me.

My surgeon did not have any coffee restrictions. I have been drinking regular and decaf since surgery. No problems. I'm now 12 weeks out

I like the chocolate at room temperature mixed with cup of brewed hazelnut coffee. Nice warm mocha in the morning

I had general surgeon. No bells and whistles. $9900 here in Texas. One night in hospital included.

I work at home but needed 3 weeks after sleeve due to fatigue, nausea and dizziness caused by BP meds. Thank goodness I had short term disability. After BP meds were discontinued and I was eating a soft diet, things were good.

I am low BMI and 6 weeks post op. Experienced my first stall today. Eating is stressful as I am trying to maintain protein levels and I am eating with that in mind. Difficult to maintain fluid levels. I am embracing stall but will be more diligent with intake.

I was fortunate and had short term disability. Planned to go back after two weeks but ended up with 3 due to fatigue and nausea. I have a desk job and work at home but still needed the 3 weeks.

I am 3 weeks post op today. Starting BMI 30 179 lbs. Now 160. Some difficulty getting fluids and protein in. Still with am fatigue. No regrets. I have a waistline again!

I had a robotic procedure. 4 punctures for instruments and one incision for removal of the stomach. At 3 weeks post-op all of my o.o sites are healed. Op sites

Almost one week post op. It's been a little more difficult than I had expected. However everything seems to be progressing well. I seem to be having a problem getting enough Protein and fluids. Just no desire to eat or drink. Everybody hang in there. Focus on the journey not the destination. Sent from my VS986 using the BariatricPal App

Post op 3 weeks total weight loss 15 lbs. Starting soft foods today. And the good thing is it's not coming back. No more back pain. No regrets.

Just had my first meal of soft food. We went out for Mexican food and I had a small serving of refried Beans. Could only eat about 2 ounces. But it tasted so good. Sent from my VS986 using the BariatricPal App

The biggest thing I'm experiencing right now is fatigue and dizziness. I've been off work for 2 weeks now and hopefully my short-term disability will cover another week. Don't know if this is related to my age or just how I'm recovering. But I'm so glad that I did this. Hang in there. Sent from my VS986 using the BariatricPal App

I had VSG on 8/15/16, Dallas area. I am 65 and BMI of 30 per op. Never too late. Sent from my VS986 using the BariatricPal App

I have a hard time with the shakes and have one more week of liquids. I purchased Genepro from Amazon due to another sleevers recommendation. Mix it in anything and it dissolves and contains 30 grams of protein in one small scoop. That is how I will get my protein until I can add soft foods. I mixed it in cream of wheat this AM with some applesauce. Even in just 1/4 cup it mixed well and no taste. Good luck.

Me too. I am not a big sweet eater and the artificial sweeteners all leave a bitter taste. One more week and it will be better.

I was sleeved August 15th and my BMI is 30.0. I'm now 6 days out and doing fairly well and we'll have my first weigh-in tomorrow. The only Sent from my VS986 using the BariatricPal App

I'm in Texas. BMI was 30 and no problem finding a surgeon. I am 64 and sleeved 8/15/16. Good luck.

Carrollton TX sleeved on 8/15/16.

I take mine whole but have learned to take earlier in evening or in AM. They tend to hang up if you lay down after taking.

I was sleeved on 8/15/16 and thought my lethargy and headache was due to withdrawal. My surgeon said it was OK. Surprise, it doesn't taste the same. Half a cup and I'm done.