NancyLF

My favorite is PROTEIN 20 water. I especially like the Grape flavor. I usually get it at my local Rite-Aid. I have also spotted it in Walgreen's and some CVS stores. My cousin spotted it in Costco. There's also Amazon, of course, I find it MUCH easier to drink than other protein drinks/shakes.

I didn't have a drain. Just 5 medium sized bandaids. The incisions themselves were sealed with surgical glue. I had no problems. My surgery was in the summer, I was able to wear a loose sundress. I had no problems with my underwear.

WOW!! You're doing great!! Kudos galore! LOL@ running because the end of the world was behind you! Very funny! I'm betting that your kids are very proud of you! Good luck on the Santa Dash! I hope you outrun ALL the reindeer!

5 incisions, one for the surgeon's right hand instrument, one for his left. One for the camera, one for an instrument to hold the liver out of the way and lastly, the one to remove the piece of your stomach. There are videos of the actual surgery on YouTube -- not for the squeamish!

I had an old 3" scar from a hernia repair years ago. With the sleeve surgery, my dr put one incision on the old scar. That one virtually disappeared. The others are so small, they're difficult to find. They were only about half inch long.

Great! Not only did you lose 78 lbs... You look 15 years younger!! Keep on keepin' on!!!

WOW!! You look great! You also took 10 years off!

I was able to shower the day after I got home. (Surgery-Mon, Home-Tues, Shower-Wed) My instruction were: No baths, shower only. My incisions were sealed with surgical glue. I was told to change the bandages after showering. As the glue started to lift at the edges, I was to trim them. I only had to keep the bandages on for about 3 or 4 days. (I heal quickly)

No, I had no problem at all. I resumed my life as usual --- minus the eating.

I had my surgery (VGS) on a Monday, cam home the next day & was driving on Thursday. My doctor told me as long as I'm not on the painkillers, I was good to go. I only took the meds on the Tuesday I got home. I didn't need them after that.

It's TOTALLY normal! You're already 27 pounds down! YOU CAN DO THIS!!! Don't let nerves & doubts sway you. Stick with us here for support & encouragement!

I got myself psyched up for the surgery before I even had a date! What helped me were some of the many videos on YouTube by former sleevers. Just ordinary people like ourselves - telling of their experiences. They offer advice, suggestions, tips & encouragement. There are even videos of the actual surgery - WARNING- Don't watch if you're the squeamish type! These videos were SO helpful to me. Check them out - maybe they'll help you as well! You got this!!!

I had my surgery in July 2019, I was 67 at the time, 68 now. I have a bad hip & need a replacement. I needed to lose weight for the surgery. I have full support from my family, friends & doctors. My surgery went very well. I had very little pain. I am off of 2 of my 3 meds for Type 2 diabetes. I'm glad I had the surgery. My doctor has been trying for 2 years to get me to do it. I'm kicking myself for stalling. I'm sorry you're having pushbacks from your family. I hope they'll come around. Support makes a big difference!

Hi! Just go to "Profile" at the top. On the drop-down menu, select profile. Click on "Edit Profile" and you'll be able to change your info. I hope this helps.

I was Sleeved in July. The day after I came home from the hospital, I called my doctor. She immediately had me stop the Glimipride & Ozempic. I'm only on the Metformin (for now). She says I'll probably be able to stop that after monitoring for about 4 months. YAY!!

My instruction were nothing over 10 lbs for 8 weeks.

I took my time switching to the puree stage. My doctor said it was fine. He'd rather I took my time switching rather than jumping into the next phase too quickly.

This is WONDERFUL! You look beautiful. Showers of blessings for an easy birth of a happy & healthy baby!

Yay, YOU! You can do it!! I hope yours is as smooth as mine was. I had some discomfort - but no pain! No gas issues! Quick recovery! Good luck!

Congratulations!!

HAH! That's so right! A friend of mine, whom I've known for over 50 years, called me 2 months after my surgery. (He knew I was having it) He asked how it went. I told him how I was doing. His question - "So what do they do? Carve the fat off of you?" Well, I burst into laughter! The 1st image that popped into my head was one of those huge roasts at a buffet table, slowly rotating, while slices are carved to serve. I saw myself spinning while my surgeon attacked my thighs & butt! YEAH!! Carve that fat away!! I'm *STILL* ROFL!!

WOWIE! WOW! WOW!!!! You look AWESOME!! Congratulations & continued success!

Congratulations on the weight already lost! By the time your surgery date rolls around, you'll be truly ready!