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Woohoo. Congrats! I finally got my appt to see the surgeon (i had to lose weight first) and its set for 7/2 im hoping for August/September date.
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Generally speaking EVERYTHING carries a risk. Having a VSG and going through 3 months without and leaks or complications I would have to say that statistically you should be at perhaps only slightly higher risk of stomach issues like leaking or other troubles. You have afterall drastically altered the form of the stomach from it's natural shape and function, redcing it's capacity so that it can hold less than it orginally could. Should you force feed yourself you CAN do damge to your stomach sleeved or not. This all has to be taken along with the very real benefits of weight reduction and the possible elimmination of some health problems associated with obesety.
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Congrats on your decision and your progress! Your childhood story is my childhood story. I could relate in so many ways. Finally after 45 years I decided to start the process for WLS in April and had my surgery in July. I could not be happier. The weight loss is a huge factor, yes, but the total 180 degree lifestyle change I made is what I am most proud of. Can't wait to read about your progress. Best of luck!!
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Congrats on ur surgery date. Mine is June 12th I just clicked the tab under my profile and updated each of them one by one, surgery date, height and weight.
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100 pounds gone and a life recovered!
123crod replied to jms462001's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Congratulations to you!! You have done so great! I hope your really enjoy everyday of your life. I agree with you about the medications, some can cause weight gain or slower weight lose people should be aware of that. Great job!!! Cheri -
Exactly this. I have a number thrown in as an idea (my single days weight), but it's not what I will follow really. If I get there, ok. If I don't get there, ok too. As long as I've improved my health and am happy about whatever I get to. I also think my age plays a part, because I'm nearly 40, I don't really care about the number like I did in my 20's; I just need to be healthier and prevent ill health from happening.
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Hi everyone, Had my band fitted on Saturday in Birmingham with Professor Favretti. Was only a day case so I was home by the evening. Basically just been sipping Water & trying to walk about a bit to relieve some of the gas pain. I've already lost 7 pounds but it's only going to be because of the liquid diet, however I do feel really confident & positive. Just can't wait to get onto food. Finding it a challange to stay hydrated in this weather with a small cup of water pushing me over the limit but seem to be okay ATM. Looking forward to my weight loss success once I'm through the first 2 weeks
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I think it would be cool to start a clothing swap. Meet once a month kind of thing and swap with people who are at different points in their weight loss period.
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I have a consultation appointment in a few weeks and have done a ton of research on the band. I'm curious how much/how fast you lose weight on the band? I'm not interested in doing any of the other surgeries, removing stomach etc, but those seem to have a faster weight loss. Thanks!
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Okay I'm getting worried that I might not loss anymore weight. I'm currently 6 weeks out and I intake about 800 calories per day and I get all of my Protein in (like 70-90) and I get all of my Water in (80-120 ozs) and I work out every other day burning 700-800 calories on the treadmill. My question is will this 10 day plataue ever end. I'm scared I've might have messed up by getting this surgery and it don't work for me. I've only lost 20 pds since 2/15 and 15 pds on a 14 day pre-op diet. Here is my eating schedule: B: Protein shake S: Low Fat Cottage cheese L: 2-3 oz Tuna with 1 oz lowfat string cheese S: Protein Shake D: 2 oz Salmon, with 1 oz broccoli S: (2) SF popsicles before bed. Help any one! Sheka
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My weight loss
Supernovae replied to jessicalally94's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats! You look amazing (: I can totally relate to this! I'm 26 but wanted this surgery years ago. My BMI is 40 and I've just had my first pre op shake. I'm so excited. I love how you've expressed what you've learned. This is exactly the benefits I want from this surgery. I want to lose weight, but I also want to learn control and discipline! That's where the change really lies in my opinion. You sound very healthy both inside and out (: congrats again Sent from my LG-H850 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Thanks for the encouragement. I am focused on these pounds because I'm so ready for them to be gone. Not getting on the scale is the best advice for me. I mean, it was totally ruling my moods. When I lost, I had an extra spring in my step. When I gained, it felt like a dark cloud over me. I'm just gonna focus on this new life of mine and be okay with my body and my decision.
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I Reached My Goal On My Vst Anniversary Date!
Queen of Crop posted a topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
How interesting is this....I woke up this morning, weighed myself and saw that I had reached my goal weight (meaning according to the CDC I am of NORMAL weight) and then I logged on to my email and received a HAPPY ANNIVERSARY email from Alex here on the forum.....I had signed up for the VST talk exactly ONE YEAR TO THE DAY I REACHED MY GOAL WEIGHT! And 11 months after surgery.....This week last year was the most humbling, difficult week of my life.....I posted the details on my Sunday blog today; it was my final AHA moment.....check it out if you want to see how I started the most interesting year of my life....just click on the link below my signature. Thanks Alex and all of you on the forum for being there for me this past year!!! -
So I went in for my one on one with my surgeon and he said the lap band doesn't work for everyone. I'm so confused now because everyone I've been talking to says the Sleeve is a better choice and I will lose weight much faster. ???• Now I'm just confused and don't know what procedure I should do. My date is set for February 27th and I have to be on an all liquid diet for 4 weeks ???‘ frustrated !
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I have lost every single one of my friends due to my weight gain. So for me this is a chance to make new friends. I'm sorry your friend isn't talking to you. Maybe try to get her to go to a seminar and consider the surgery for herself?
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I am sorry to hear that you have lost friends due to weight gain but now you can gain a lot of friends here :thumbup: I have tried to talk to her about her having it done but she says she doesnt want surgery maybe after I have it done she will realize that it could work for her too.
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I lost what I thought was a 10 year friend. My "friend" is very threatened by my weight loss, because she was always the skinny one. I am successful in my career, I have a nice home, I married a wonderful husband, and I have a great son and step children. She has not had success in most of these areas but apparently she was able to balance it with the fact that she was thin and I wasn't. Now that I have achieved success in the one area of my life that I have struggled with, she will not even address the fact that I have lost weight. Last time I saw her, someone complemented me on my weight loss and she mumbled something about "everyone is having lap band now" and walked off. My lap band, the great separator of real and fake friends. (Can that be called a side effect?):thumbup:
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Sorry I don't have any suggestions for you. If the doctors think we can lose weight that quick, why would we need the band. Sometimes I just don't get it. There is a magic number for getting the band???? Sorry for the rant; but some of these doctors make me so mad.
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Im getting baned on Jan 20th and Im scared. But I now that I"ll be fine. My husband had it done two year ago Nov and he looks and feels great. The weight and the Inches are coming off of him. And alot of his clothes are way too big know. Im proud of him. He ask me sunday when he put his dress shirt on if he was this fat . It was one of his olny shirt that fit him when he was very heavy. So you see if we all put our mine too it we can do anything. So good luck and God bless you all.
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My journey started July 2012 to get banded. I'm 5 10 and started at 293.. I was banded August 28 with a surgery weight of 273. I'm currently six days post op and down to 262 my goal is 160 by July of 2013.. I prepared myself by getting in the gym in may 2012 and going completely vegetarian.. I'm soooo exited for this new life I have given myself .. Banded August 28 2012<br />Starting weight 293<br />Day of surgery weight 273<br />Current weight 262<br />Goal weight 160 5ft 10
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Hi Edwin, congrats on your surgery and hope you see great results!! I had spinal cord surgery last year (Feb 2010) and the weight really packed on. Like you, I was extremely active (I was a soldier) and went to not being able to walk without a walker; now a cane as needed. I can't wait to shed some of this weight and lift the pressure on my weakend back. Keep us updated on your journey!! Stay positive
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I don't think it is a requirement to lose weight before surgery however there is most often and pre op diet you have to follow. This diet usually entails eating healthy for about 14 days before surgery. Usually for most the last 5 days is liquid and the last 3 is clear liquids including talking a laxitive. With all this it is very possible to lose weight which is what does need to happen around the liver. The loss of fat around the liver is what the pre op diet is intended for so that it is easier to get around to the stomach. Good Luck I hope this helps in your understanding.
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Talked with my GP this week and we both agreed this is the way to go. I'm with Kaiser in Santa Clara and will attend the first orientation/class this Tues (June 12). I'm excited, nervous, will I be accepted in to the program, will this finally be the answer to my weight problems? I would appreciate hearing from anyone else who has gone through the process at Kaiser Santa Clara. I'm 64 years old, retired and presently 255 pounds, 5 feet five. My husband is very supportive of the decision. I guess I just need a little input from those who have already gone through the procedure. Kate
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I definately feel for you. I had anxiety over the idea of having an EDG. It does not sound fun at all. I was pretty lucky in my doctor did not feel the need to have me do any extra tests or studies. Just had to do the insurance required doctor supervised diet (insurance excepted my 5 years of failed Weight Watchers for this requirement) and mental health assessment. Then my doctor's requirement for everyone is the dietition consult, exercise consult, EKG and blood work.
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I not lying but I don't tell everyone I meet either. I just don't feel obligated to divulge my business to everyone who compliments my weight loss.
