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Phew. That sounds like a HORRIBLE experience! Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

I feel the same way. I don't (at the moment) have a # I'd want to get to after surgery. I just want to be healthy and be pain free (back, knees, feet) I also heard the hair loss will stop after a while. Congratulations on your success!!! Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

Does "dumping" happen with the sleeve also? Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

I use Nioxin and LOVE it. Its made a huge difference. Kate Is Nioxin a shampoo? Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App How much biotin is reccomended? Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

Sounds like you are happy with the results. Did you have alot to lose to begin with? I probably need to lose at least 120lbs. My main "goal" is to be pain free! I will deal with the cosmetic issues as they come, but if I am not always tired and in pain I think I could get through anything!!Congratulations on your achievements so far!!! Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

I agree, it won't hurt to try. I hope everything goes well for you and you have little to no hair loss. Good luck!!!! Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

You're very right! I just want to start living a normal, healthy life!!!! My date is June 14. I decided to wait until then because I have the Summer off and i wanted a lot of time to "learn" how to learn how to eat again. Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

Thank you everyone, I'm so happy to hear that so many other peole in my age range have had the surgery and are doing well. It definitely eases my mind. Keep up the good work!!! Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

What is BJs? Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App It's a warehouse store like costco. Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

Thank you so much. I have read so many posts on here, but it seems that MOST are younger. I am not as worried about hair loss as I am about skin and complications. I have NEVER been comfortable wearing a tank top/sleeveless shirt, and it is one of my hopes that I will be able to someday, I know that sounds dumb, I guess it's just that I see everyone else wearing them and I want to be "normal"Good luck on your journey!!!! Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

Blended to liquid???? I just don't know how I'm going to do it Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

Thank you. This sounds really good! Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

Can you post the ricotta bake recipe? Or is there somewhere I can find it? Is chicken salad considered ok in the pureed/mushy stage?? Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

I'm having surgery in June, I have only told my immediate family and best friends. I plan on just telling people I've completely changed my eating habits and am now exercising. I think that is all they need to know, and it's the truth! Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

Do you really mean to put chicken in a blender? I am havibg sleeve surgery in June and I just cannot wrap my head around pureed meat. Is it as bad as.I think it will be? Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

Thank you. It doesn't sound so bad when you explain it. Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

Ok. Thank you everyone...I guess doing toning exercises pre-op won't help keep the extra skin away either huh? Lol Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

Hello Char! I have the Gastric Bypass. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App I'm getting the sleeve, I hope I have the same results!!! Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

Did you have bypass or sleeve surgery? Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

It's almost like our house! Here it's me, mom, sister, brother, husband, and my 2 kids! My family wasn't so supportive, though. They're getting over it a bit now, though they're still snarky when I say I can't eat something, like it's a personal affront. Sent from my SM-G925V using the BariatricPal App I think my family is genuinely afraid for me. I had lost 108lbs on my own a few years ago, and they got to see a MUCH healthier happier me. I have been "morbidly obese" most of my life. During the time I was still losing, I switched jobs, my sister was diagnosed with cancer, I was laid off and my sister passed away. I gained most of the weight back, and so I am back to the un-healthy sad version of "me". They want the other person back, and so do I, so they are willing to do whatever is necessary to help me find her again! Good luck, I can be a support person for you if you need someone. I'm not having surgery until June, so I don't know how much help I can be. Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

Thank you so much! Yes I do have excess skin due to losing so many pounds in such short time. I've attached a picture of what my skin looks like. ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1485033469.061553.jpg Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App You do a great job hiding it! Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

You look great!!! Do you have any issues with extra skin? I'm hoping to lose 130lbs, and I'm 45, so I know I probably will. Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

I'm really lucky. My family has been so supportive (I hope they are that way after my surgery when I get cranky lol) I live with my mom, sister, bro in law and 2 nieces. My mom n sister want to eat healthier and exercise with me, and my nieces want to be my "trainers" I am having surgery in June, I couldn't do it without them. Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

He said he doesn't believe in it. He said there is no evidence that it makes a difference. The only "diet" is the week before surgery, all Protein and veggies. No carbs or sugar Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

I had my first visit with my surgeon today . I was surpised to learn that I don't have to have the endoscopy, and no pre-op diet. I was also surprised and concerned, when he said I need a ct scan of my stomach because I have had high blood pressure from such a young age. He mentioned quite a few things that could cause it, but, of course the only one I heard was tumor. Has anyone else had this issue? Oh, I have a surgery date of June 14!!!! Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App