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My mom and I both had the surgery, she felt great 3 weeks out, I didn't start feeling normal again until 3-4 months out. I didnt feel pain from the surgery, just discomfort which was mostly gas lol. That went away after a week. My complications came from me not drinking enough, its something you really have to do, even if you dont want to. I had to go back to the hospital twice for IVs, because I was very dehydrated. The room kept spinning and it was hard to get liquids down. It really is a different expience for everyone. Staying hydrated is very very important lol! Around month 4 I finally started meeting my liquid intake goals and feeling energetic, and since then, I havnt had any complications. I started around 226lbs at the time of surgery, and Im currently 108lbs. Im 5'2" and 30yrs old. Im very happy with my sleeve, Id go through those hard few months all over again if I had to, it was worth it. My quality of life has changed dramatically for the better. Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

My GERD went away after being sleeved, but I think it's different for everyone. Mine was was mild as well, I hasnt had issues with it since being sleeved. I had my surgery 12/27/16 Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

Congrats! Good luck on your journey! Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

Its been a hard journey, and after losing weight, I'm scared of gaining it back. I see so many stories of people who have had the same surgery (sleeve) and gained back all the weight. Everyone keeps telling me that I've lost too much. I'm down to 102 lbs. I don't know how to find the right balance. Is this normal? I'm a little over 1 year out from surgery. I'm 5"2', 30yrs old. Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

Thank you, this is all very helpful insight Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

Celebrating my 1-year Sleevaversary! I can happily say I'm half the person I used to be [emoji23] sw 226, cw 108.

So im 7 months out, and I reached the 100lb milestone today! Went from a size 20 to an 8! Most importantly, I've never felt better. Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

So I have a milestone birthday in a few days, and everyone is offering to go out and eat. Im almost 11 months post-op, I've reached my goal weight, and I have no interest in eating out. I feel like it is a waste, and to be honest my tastes have changed. My favorite food is an egg with peppers and onions. Eating out has become a little awkward for me. I don't enjoy eating out anymore and that seems to be all anyone wants to do to celebrate things. Other than food, what do you do to celebrate? Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

Good luck! Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

These are all great ideas! I'm not sure what tapas are, but I found a place that does a brunch, hike, and wine tasting. Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

How much did the pirate's earrings cost?... A buccaneer [emoji23] Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

You do not look sickly at all, you look absolutely beautiful! What's more important is how you are feeling. I started getting a lot of negativity from family and "friends" about losing too much weight, tbh I think they're just having trouble adjusting to my changes. The only people who's opinions really matter are you and your doctor. Keep up with what makes you feel good about your body, and dont let other people bring you down. You are gorgeous! Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

Wow! Congrats! You are doing absolutely amazing! Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

Lol my hair actually just started thinning last month. I ended up cutting a lot of it off yesterday [emoji24] Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

Thank you sw 226, cw 115, I was sleeved Dec 27th 2016 Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

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I have definitely noticed a difference! Not sure if its hormonal or increased confidence, but for me it has definitely increased a significant amout Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

You do need to call your surgeon, or maybe just go to the hospital. I had a similar experience. My head got a burning sensarion, i got dizzy, black spots temporarily blurring my vision. I was dehydrated and my blood pressure dropped too low, ended up in the hospital 3 days. I hope you feel better, just make sure you get checked out and stay hydrated Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

Does anyone else have issues with temperature after surgery? I've lost 106lbs, current weight 118lbs, 5'2". My surgery date was Dec 27th, 2016. For the past 6 months I've constantly been cold while other people give me strange looks because they are warm or even hot. I'm not sure if it's surgery related or if I'm missing some type of nutrient. Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

Oh good lol I was afraid it was just me. Its been an adjustment, I used to always be hot. Now I have to wear long sleeves and pants in 70°weather Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

Absolutely Gorgeous! You are such an inspiration! Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

Thank you and good luck! I was on my preop diet during the holidays lol I was sleeved Dec 27th, its definitely worth it though! Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

I've been exercising as well, i didnt start exercising until 2 months out when i was cleared by my surgeon. I do about 30min of cardio 3x a week (elliptical) and then i started lifting weights. I do arms and back 2 days a week, and leggs and abs 2 days a week. Sometimes i throw in a third day of abs if i can. I like working with free weights and body weight exercises like planks, curls, crunches, dips, ect. I do still feel a little weak from the surgery, but im trying to build up my strength. 12 lbs is good for 3 weeks, my surgeon told me the average is about 4lbs/week. I lost a lot faster, but i had a really tough time in the beginning and couldn't get much of anything down. It took about 2 months for me to be okay eating and drinking the recommended amount. I had stalls randomly too, but dont let it discourage you! Good luck on your journey! Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

Thank you i was sleeved December 27th Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

Thank you i am 5'2", my starting weight was 224, and my current weight is 124. My goal weight is 115 Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app