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Thank you!

Hello out there! I had the sleeve done 6 years ago. It was successful but I have a hiatal hernia and was recently told that the best way to fix it, that makes it actually go away, is to convert the gastric bypass. Wish I had known the sleeve was not the best procedure for someone with an existing HH. Has anyone experienced this and how was your outcome?

Thanks for your reply. Yes it was repaired during the surgery but when I woke up I was really sick from the anesthesia and as a result of throwing up, it didn’t hold.

I just had my arm lift last Wednesday. The pain has not been to bad at all. I’ve just been taking Tylenol. I was able to shower two days after and I was kind of surprised when I took the bandages off, how much skin was left. I’m really, really hoping once the swelling goes down they will look better. Did this happen to anyone else after their arm lift? I have my follow up on Wednesday with my dr. I’m going to ask him. I was realistic going in that I wasn’t going to have the arms of an athlete. I just wanted to be comfortable wearing sleeveless tops. I hope this wasn’t a waste of money! Fingers crossed it gets better.

Thanks! We’ll see Wednesday what he says.

Hi! I’m going in on Wednesday for an arm lift and my surgeon said it was ok to take my vitamins but just didn’t want me taking any vitamin E. My multi vitamin has some vitamin E in it but it’s low enough that it’s ok to still take. Good luck!

Wow, that’s great to hear!

Hi everyone. I’m going in January 22 for an arm lift and I’m looking for suggestions for a good compression garment. Any suggestions? Thanks

Thank you! I’ll check it out. How are you feeling?

Thanks! I’ll check it out.

Hi all. Thanks for starting this thread. I’m going in January 22 for an arm lift. I’m excited and scared at the same time. Can’t wait to see your after pictures.

Yay! Congrats!!!!

Hi everyone. I posted a few things yesterday but felt I needed to today since is one year for me today! I’m totally I've lost 85 pounds, 72 since the surgery. I’ve also lost 47 inches! I’m so happy with the loss but had wished for more. I just have to stay on track and not lose sight of my goals! This past year has been an emotional roller coaster for me not because of the surgery but because my dad was very sick. I found myself traveling back and forth to Florida a lot to be with him and he passed away in August. The last thing he said to me was how great he thought I looked! I try to remember that as I move forward into year two. Besides this sadness, so many great things happened for me this year. I fit comfortably into an airplane seat with lots of room left in the seatbelt! I went from a size 18/20 to a size 12/14 and size large tops! My feet don’t hurt anymore when I walk long distances and I’m no longer on blood pressure meds! Yay! I have so much more confidence in myself and I finally feel healthy! The next year will be challenging to reach my goal but I’ve come this far and I’m not going to stop now! I wish you all good health and continued success on your journey! You’re all doing fabulous!

Awesome!!!!!

Thank you for the encouragement lolaj! It’s nice to know I’m not alone in feeling this way. I am so grateful for having the opportunity to have this surgery and I am thrilled with my result but you do get stuck on the number! I told my husband that, when you’ve spent your life starring at that stupid number in the scale, it stays with you! I also need to stop snacking and I know more cardio will help me! Onwards and upwards!

Hi Yvonne! Tomorrow is my 1 year anniversary. I’m so happy with my results but I’m stuck at 200! I started at 285 so, again thrilled but so frustrated with not seeing lower than that. I’ve been at this weight for about two months now. I think we’re all doing great!

Awesome girl! You look fantastic!!!! Hope all is well with your mom!

As you should be!!!!

You look fantastic! Congrats!

Wow, you and your family have certainly been through a lot! I’m glad you’re back on here. Even though you’re away from home, you can always find the support you need here! Good job for trying to get back on track. You’ve gotta start, or restart, somewhere!

That’s a huge victory! You look so happy! Congrats!!!!

Amazing!!!!!

Hi all. My surgery is scheduled for October 16! It’s coming so fast. I’m excited and nervous! I’ve waited so long for this. I’ve spent so much time taking care of everyone else and now it’s my time! Who else is out there that’s having surgery in October? I’d love to connect with you.

Wow! That’s amazing! Keep up the good work!!

Hi there. I have Tricare Standard so I didn't need a referral to the surgeon. There are requirements in order to qualify for the surgery and every doctor is different what they require, however, Tricare does require, I think 4-6 nutrition visits. I saw the nutritionist on base in CT which was nice to not have to pay for those visits. By the time my surgery came, I had met the deductible and caps so didn't pay anything for the surgery! I feel so fortunate to have Tricare! Best of luck to you!