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Doubts: sleeve necessary?
leslie1958 replied to ForkAndMindy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Very well put and a really good question. This is definitely something I have been struggling with as well. I was originally supposed to have my vsg October 5th but had to cancel at the last minute. But now I am in the process of figuring another date for my surgery and I have had this exact question rattling around my brain too. I don't know the answer - but here is what I know about myself. I have tried every possible weight loss idea out there. I had tremendous success with Nutrisystem - I lost sixty pounds and was working out and looking fit - but here I am now almost back to my highest weight again. At the end of the day, NOTHING has worked long term - and surgery is most definitely a last resort for me. -
I cannot believe the has come for my surgery. I had a failed lap band in 5/05 and removed 12/12. Wednesday is the big day for VSG. My only concerns are excess skin and social eating. I know that I can have the excess skin removed which would probably just be a tummy tuck. As far as a social eating I worry about going out on dates and probably having to share that I've had weight-loss surgery with the fact that I'll be eating so little. I know I need to do this since I have a long list of medical conditions such as diabetes, sleep apnea, high blood pressure, diabetes, etc... So I have the presurgical jitters I'm hoping that all will go well I know that everything is in the Lords hand I just hope and pray that nothing goes wrong and I feel good about my choice I'm just nervous
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More Confidence Since Being Approved?
ProudGrammy replied to unbesleevable1's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
unbesleevable1 great, amazing feeling isn't it who would have thought I never had confidence in myself i know that sounds terrible, but its true kindof "drooped" around now, my wonderful feelings/confidence have gone through the roof i do things (simple things) that i never would have done before shopping - walking around the neighborhood et al i feel great, and i'm cute as the dickens :wub: but - to top it off - people notice the difference "in" me "they" say that having WLS doesn't fix everything you will be the same person still for me - yes i'm the same "wonderful" person - but because i'm so happy with my new life - "it" shows on the outside anyways, i think many/most/all people increase their confidence, while they reduce their weight kathy congrats -
Same. I use the weight from when I decided to get the sleeve.
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Well don't weigh the first week or two after surgery! Because you will gain a few pounds. From the IV fluids and swelling. My stomach was massive (more than normal ) afterwards for about a week. I called it frankenbelly
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LOW BMI Pre-OP? I have questions...
Ms skinniness replied to Teachamy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was at the borderline of a BMI of 35/36 and I have done just fine losing weight. Just like everyone else. I don't eat those foods you mentioned because I eat high protein with veggies. Sometimes I do eat a little bit of fruit to boot.. You will do just fine my dear.....Hang in there..... -
Today is a good example!
Cupcake replied to Healthygal's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It is amazing the little things that we noticed that others do not, I too have to loose over 100 pounds and I'm looking forward to it as well. I have been walking now everyday at least 30 to 40 minutes every day to get my weight down in prep for my surgery in Jan. You both off yo a great start continue to walk and soak those joints . I promise you it gets better, -
help after surgery..
ArmyOfMe replied to blueeyezz85's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
As everyone else, I too had lifting weight restrictions but mainly the first few weeks post-op. My biggest issue was the fear of not being able to lift my baby. I was a single parent at the time due to my husband being deployed and I went thru quite the predicament with the lifting restriction. Broke down in tears a couple of times too. Luckily, my surgeon allowed me to carry/lift my baby anytime as long as she would be on my chest and shoulders rather than my stomach or hips. I think, you will be fine as long as the kids don't jump on you, don't climb on you and such. You'll still be able to cook for them. -
help after surgery..
SoccerMomma73 replied to blueeyezz85's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am a single mom with a now 9 year old son. I had a 3 night hospital stay then stayed with my parents for 3 nights. Went home with my 8 year old on day 7. Cooking was not a problem although I certainly didn't do anything fancy!! I had a 10 pound weight restriction for 6 weeks. My son carried the laundry basket for me but otherwise it was life as usual around our house. There was a time or two I dropped something and he would pick it up for me so momma wouldn't have to bend over. I do recommend doing as much as you can (within reason and within your docs restrictions of course!!!) I honestly thing getting up and taking care of my kiddo and our home, etc is a big part of the reason my recovery was so smooth. This would be TOUGH alone with a young child but as others have proven, it's absolutely possible good luck!!!! HW 312, pre-op (RNY) 255, current weight 204.2 -
Cant Loose Pre Op Weight...should I Worry?
Mskandi80 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have my last weigh in in 2 days and I have not lost the 30lbs my dr requested. Will I not be allowed to do the surgury? I REALLY want this and I feel like I have jumped through so many hoops for the last 6 months...just get more then about 10lbs off -
Cant Loose Pre Op Weight...should I Worry?
HollyC replied to Mskandi80's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
congrats! my doctor wants you to but doesn't hold it against you if you don't - my husband had vs/ds 3 years ago and didn't lose anything before, that was pre-insurance waiting period. I'm down to my last month of the 6 month and hadn't lost anything - I weigh in this week and think I've lost about 4 pounds. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that not gaining will be good enough for the insurance. -
Getting my band September 27th!!
jennybean replied to carrie.0508's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats! I am having mine on September 26....so we can be in bandster hell together!! Lets hope for a fast recovery! I am so happy to get the chance to finally gain control of my eating!! Eat to live not live to eat!!!!! -
Getting my band September 27th!!
carrie.0508 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Just wanted to introduce myself. My name is Carrie and I am 27 and live in Wyoming with my amazing hubby and two fur kids. I have been obese since I was about 12 and my highest weight was 369lbs in 2008, I am down to 272lbs thru diet and exercise and am getting my lap band next month by Dr. Holloway in Scottsbluff, NE. Can't believe it's actually happening!! I have BCBS Illinois and was approved in 3 days after submitting my paperwork. Looking forward to getting to know y'all! -
1st & 2nd Goal. SCORE!
joatsaint replied to woman in me's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats on your 2-fer. I'm still on my 1st goal - steady weight loss. -
I have always sucked at diets but...
ren0318 replied to thenug's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks for everyone's comments on this post! Extremly helpful. I've been lurking on this board for a long time....reading and reading, I am in process for baratric surgery, which one I have not yet decided. I have type 2 diabetes and that is the main reason I want to loose weight. Many say the RNY is the best for diabetes, but I believe any weight loss and exercise will help knock it out! I start my 3 month weight management program required by my insurance in January(I was suppose to start last week, but had a scheduling conflict so moved it to january. I orginally wanted lapband, then switched to RNY (I also have GERD), but the closer it gets to making this a reality, the lapband is really what I want.Normally when I behave my GERD behaves too. I like that the band can be adjusted as needed. I like that it has little recovery time compared to the other choices, and I like that I can still be "normal" in the fact that I will be able to eat what everyone else is having but on a MUCH smaller scale. Anyone have GERD? Can you tell me about your experience with the band? -
An emotional day for this pre-opper
Indigo1991 replied to McButterpants's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Well done you! Not just for recognising that you have made a big decision that is life changing with far reaching consequences, but for also raising such a great boy. So you should be proud of him and you. It is so hard to explain how life changes post sleeve. Yes, you lose weight. But there's so much more to being sleeved than just that and so much of it will blow away your old life and thoughts. So don't be too hard on yourself just now, you are on the road and you seem determined to succeed. So you will :-)))) Totally get the cleaning thing, I organised the house, the cleaning, the laundry and anything else I felt needed sorted to my head's satisfaction. Four weeks will be here before you know it. Best of luck, will be watching to see how you do...- 1 reply
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This Probably Sounds Silly But...
Kornrockur replied to Mel1071's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My surgery is scheduled for 12/10. I know exactly how you feel. I keep thinking I am going to always have the "fat girl" mentality even when I lose the weight. We are all going through this and this page is here so we can support each other. -
I'm scheduled for surgery on 12/16. I feel pretty comfortable with everything but there's something just eating at me (no pun intended). I've been overweight/obese since puberty. The smallest size I remember being is a 16. I have no idea what I look like at a "normal" weight and quite frankly it's a little scary. And for some reason it's bothering me more the closer I get to surgery. The rational side of me says what you're doing is sooooo good - help with health issues, have more energy, etc. but I almost feel like I'm losing a sense if self if that makes any sense, Just wondering if other folks felt like this
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Hiw Much Weight Did U Lose...
ekmw replied to juliansmommy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I lost about 13 lbs before my VSG. I lost it in eight days. If I had to lose weight before it, my surgeon never said anything. -
Calories at 4 months
GotProlactinoma replied to Emailkariann's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I don't focus on calories but my food tracker (I use the free part of Lose It, works great and you can even scan barcodes) does so I see what I eat. I'm only three months out and usually in the 800-900s. I lose ounces pretty much daily. Very slow weight loss but VERY steady. I eat tons of fat apparently. I don't try to but I eat full fat everything and I see my pie chart at the end of each day I'm not stopping eating fat since I am continuously losing at a steady pace. About 35 lbs down since before pre op diet. But I was a low BMI obese person. -
Anyone test positive for sleep apnea before surgery?
Arts137 replied to AprilS's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I sure was. I love and use the CPAP, so am in no rush to stop (and I am down 100# from my highest weight). -
2 Months Out, 50Lbs Down!
chitowngirl replied to Delta_35's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Glad to see you are doing better. Congrats on the weight loss. -
Every one loses at their own rate. There is no right or wrong amount of weight to lose each week. Yes, there may be average amounts of loss people who are similar height, weight, age, gender, etc. may have in common. As long as you see the trend of your weight loss going down you’re succeeding. The amount you lose each week will also slow as you progress. It is possible you are experiencing a stall as has been suggested. These are extremely common. We talk about the three week stall but that first one can happen at week 2, 3, 4, 5 …. It’s just your body taking a breath & trying to catch up with the changes (surgery, weight loss, reduced calories, dietary changes,…). You will likely have other stalls as you’re losing. We’ve all been on that gain, lose, gain roller coaster. Personally I know the reason I always regained after losing was because the diets I was on weren’t sustainable or I just went back to the same old way of eating. I’d start regaining a couple of weeks after the diet ended. The difference this time is that I work at sticking to the changes I made to how I eat, what I eat, why I eat every day. I have many years ahead of me but I’m going to work my butt off to try to stay my course cause that desire to go down my old path is always there. I just understand it & manage it better now. Your success starts & ends in your head. It’s not just what you put in your mouth. You have to do the head work. Many do this with the help of a therapist, others do it themselves. There are lots of people here who are happy to share experiences & offer support. Follow your plan, meet your protein goals, get your fluids in, be more active and your weight loss will continue. You’ll get there.
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Question for revisions
Fixerupper replied to jakecal413@'s topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Had lap band for five years. Lost 28 pounds. Had revision to sleeve May 16, 2013. Down 72 additional pounds as of today in just under seven months. 268 starting lap band weight. 240 starting sleeve weight. 168 current weight.
