LisaMarrie

Had mine done outpatient. Insurance covered it as part of WLS revision. Pain was minimal but my stomach felt heavy when walking for about 3 weeks.

Your body is still healing and adjusting its too early to worry about stalls.

You can Uber there but talk to the social worker at the hospital they may be able to arrange something for you at discharge. You can also talk to your insurance they may have a contract for medical transport. Who is going to be your support after surgery? You're really going to need a support system.

So sorry to hear that, I know how disappointing that is to wake up and no revision. I hope that you are able to find something that works for you.

Yes, makes perfect sense. When I do what I'm supposed to do I can take off weight fairly easily but not as easily with the band and I haven't been as motivated to keep it off. I had my band removed in 2018 and I am now 2 weeks post op VSG. I'm glad to hear that you have done the work and have a supportive circle. Now, it's up to us to commit, remain consistent and do what we know to do.

Well, I can help you with some of that. Though everyone is different there isn't usually pain for upwards of a month. I am 2 weeks post op and doing pretty much everything I normally due and even sleep on my stomach. Unless you have GERD or already have reflux most people don't just experience heartburn unless they do something to cause it and most Drs. will prescribe an acid reducer for at least the first month. Now, the food part I would suggest seeking some therapy if that is a major concern to you. You have to make the decision if changing your eating habits, hair loss (which may or may not happen and if it does hair grows back) NSAIDs etc. if all of those things outweigh the desire to lose weight and be healthy then the surgery is not for you. But, right now it seems you are dwelling on a lot of possibilities that might not even occur.

What exactly are you having second thoughts about?

Have you discussed this with her Drs or even the pharmacist? It's a very important conversation to have but I think you need professional advice. UPDATE: I saw on the last line she is going to see a Dr. but I'm leaving my response for others.

You deserve it. Congrats!

That is ridiculous and unrealistic! The average expected weight loss is 2-4 lbs a week.

He's doing too much. Keep doing what you're doing!

This is what I was thinking barely qualifying for surgery and with no comorbidities is it worth the surgical risk to do it now? At 23 you're still possibly going out with friends for food and drinks are you mentally prepared for the restrictions the surgery will bring? Also, as someone else said you will have to postpone having kids. I would like to know what are your reasons for wanting to do it now if you barely qualify?

My Dr. just told me he expects 10 pounds a month. But congrats! You're doing great!

I am so sorry this happened to you. My mother has this thing about fat people being disgusting and my daughter and I were just discussing today that we think she has an ED. I have body dysmorphia because if her calling me fat, black and ugly most of my childhood (she also has issues with colorism) so I know exactly the struggle. This is not a question you asked but I am going to suggest that in addition to food therapy you seek out mental health therapy to help with the horrible history you have had. It is also very important to have a support group, for me that has been my kids, a close friend of mine and online support groups like this one. Now to answer your question: I was banded for over 13 years during that time I learned the difference in feeling full and satisfied. I learned how to eat slowly and chew thoroughly, I learned that I don't have to eat all of the cake right now there will be other days for cake, I lost my love of bread and soda and if I do have a craving for it I learned to have it in moderation and quit. I have the tools it is just up to me to use them. So, if I have all of this knowledge why did I need a revision? Because after I lost my band I went hog wild and tried to eat all of the things that I THOUGHT I was missing, however, I was still unconsciously eating the way I described above but was making poor food choices too often. Without the band I gained about 42 pounds BUT I maintained that same weight for 5 years. In summary, I have the knowledge, the tool and I am mentally ready to keep the weight off for good. Thank you for joining my Ted Talk.

Have you tried Tomato soup or bisques? You can also go to a restaurant and get the broth from Wonton soup, Pho or ramen.

Hope you feel better soon. A heating pad and slow gentle motion such as rocking when sitting and walking will be your best friends.

Good luck to you! I am 2 weeks post-op also after having a successful Lap Band experience that lasted over 13 years.

I really don't have to sip at all. I can take a regular size drink as long as I don't gulp it down.

Thank you so much and congrats!

I see you are in Texas. Who was your surgeon? I was banded in Texas.

I was banded in 2003. I went in for an adjustment in 2016 but unfortunately my esophagus had become dilated and it had to be removed. If it wasn't for that the plan was to give me a fill. There was no reason the Dr. believed that I couldn't continue to lose weight. My highest weight was 311 I lost 150 and decided to settle at 160-175. When I went in for a fill I was at 190.

Hey, surgery friend!

I use a glycerin suppository and a heating pad. Hold the suppository as long as possible and engage in gentle movement like walking or rocking apply heat over the area where the gas is. Trust me it works.

Hello, I'm new here. I was just sleeved on 7/6.