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BlueOctoberGirl I am so excited for you...I too had my VSG done by Dr. Aceves...this was done a couple years ago....I had a great experience. I am interested to hear how your experience goes.... I will be looking for affordable Plastics Cheers! J

Here is a question....Does the appearance of one's tattoo change after weight loss?:confused:

I have been struggling...I am 8days post-op and am struggling to continue with my sipping...and worried that I am not going to get my protein in. I have tried many different proteins and my stomach cannot tolerate any. I am feeling like I want to throw up and was dry heaving this morning. The thought of protein shakes/supplements make my stomach turn. My understanding is that I am suppose to get in 70grams of protein daily. I am lucky if I get in 5grams. I feel like I am failing myself...I am scared of what will happen if I dont follow Dr. Aceves post-op diet. I am losing so much hair..which I knew would happen..but that quickly?....I feel like a crybaby. I just want to curl up in my heating blanket and not get up. Terrible I know....

Did I read that some sleevers were planning a little get to gether in the Edmonton area????!!! AWESOME! I would so be there...let me know...I enjoy meeting new people...I was sleeved in November 2009...wow...thats almost 2yrs ago...

I had just recently received a letter from Capital Health, regarding my referral, which was done a year and a half ago. I was accepted into the program for the Weight Wise Management Clinic at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. I have nine modules to complete over the next few months. After I complete the first module they will call to book the initial assessment. The process will take place over nine months before anything is done. If anyone has gone through or going through the process I would love to connect. I know I will have many questions and the additional support would be great. I would love to hear of other's experience. Thanks

Hey, I can understand your fears about everything. I was sleeved by Dr. Aceves past November 2009. I remember the fears. Let me reassure you that Dr. Aceves and his team are wonderful. I felt that this was the first time that I was treated with so much respect by a doctor. He listen, he understood and he answered all of my questions. Dr. Aceves is a very gentle man with a warm personality. He has a wonderful sense of humor. His staff are just as great. The hospital is very nice, very clean, a pleasant atmosphere. My husband accompanied me and he was very impressed. You will have tests done the day before surgery. You will have an ECG, blood work, Urineology test and a chest x-ray. The results will be discussed with you. You will meet Dr. Aceves prior to surgery. You will also meet the doctor who does the Aneistetic (forgive my spelling). You will in fact see Dr. Aceves many times throughout your stay at the hospital. The nurses are great, I did not find much of a language barrier. I wish I could reassure you more, but trust me, once you see the hospital and meet Dr. Aceves all will be well. If you have any questions please dont hesitate to contact me. *chin up..hugs*

Hello everyone....I could really use a mentor friend...I have had the VSG almost 6months ago...but feel that I dont have anyone I can talk to about my surgery...or feelings relating to my surgery...or just the changes that I am going through....feels like nobody really understands. I would really love a buddy or buddy's that I would be willing to email or facebook. I would appreciate the support. :frown1:

I am so exicted!!!! I weighed myself and I am under the 200lb mark....I have not been there forever!!!!!! I have lost a total of 88lbs!! Getting so much closer to my goal!!! YAHOOOOOO!!!! Can you hear the excitement in my voice...lol:thumbup:

Thank you everyone....all I can say is if I can do this anyone can...we will all be successful together...through hard work and a lot of tears anything is possible. ...

Hi congrads on your decision to have the VSG. I did not tell my boss what I was doing. I felt that the less that knew the better for me. I probably could of went back to work after a couple weeks but I chose to take three months off. I do know that you should not be lifting anything heavy for at least a few weeks. Hopefully that helped.

Great Job!! I miss running so much..I use to do it and loved it..I really need to get back into it. Thank you for sharing....I found your note to be very encouraging

I am 7 months out and still have to take Nexium every morning. If I dont I suffer terribly.

I had my surgery 6 months ago and have lost 78lbs. That alone I know is great. I should feel more excited and motivated. I should be feeling very happy...but I do not feel that way. I seem to have to be having more bad days than good. I am afraid that I stretched my sleeve..cause I seem to be able to take in more food. I am terrible at counting Protein..calories..I dont. When it comes to keeping myself organized its impossible. I dont really have a support system I can turn too on a daily basis. My husband who struggles with his weight and is not willing to make changes to his lifestyle ...this does not help me ....difficult when he brings all the goodies that I use to love eating...I dont know how to help him or motivate him if I can't help myself....I hope it does not sound like I am wallowing in selfpity..I am having a hard time turing the other cheek from making bad choices. I dont know what to do. I did try attending a weight loss group for people who have gone through surgery. I found it very clicky.. We have a busy housewhole with our children involved in activities..a lot of running around. Meals are quick and not very healthy. I feel unhappy most of the time...no motivation to do anything physical...I am so afraid I fail myself once again. Any suggestions?