My VSG was to be the 1st stage of a DS

nomoyoyo · June 11, 2009

August 2008 I received my VSG which was to be the first stage of a two stage DS procedure.

I've since decided I won't need the Switch stage and the issues it brings with it.

At my highest weight I was over 450 (that's as high as our scale would go)

I am now at 285 and still losing on a regular basis.

My goal is to reach 220 and be less than half the man I used to be.

I am down to 1 HBP from 3, no longer have any sleep apnea issues, no longer pre-diabetic, glaucoma is much improved, and I no longer take the 14 Advil per day for joint pain. I still have some joint problems, but I've only taken 3 Advil total since my surgery over 9 months ago.

I spent nearly1000 hours researching what I thought would be the best surgery for my SMO condition, and found out I only needed half that procedure.

Good luck and good health on your wellness journey.

I've found this to be a fun trip, and think it's the best gift I've ever given myself.

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Rukhshandah · June 11, 2009

August 2008 I received my VSG which was to be the first stage of a two stage DS procedure.
I've since decided I won't need the Switch stage and the issues it brings with it.

At my highest weight I was over 450 (that's as high as our scale would go)

I am now at 285 and still losing on a regular basis.

My goal is to reach 220 and be less than half the man I used to be.

I am down to 1 HBP from 3, no longer have any sleep apnea issues, no longer pre-diabetic, glaucoma is much improved, and I no longer take the 14 Advil per day for joint pain. I still have some joint problems, but I've only taken 3 Advil total since my surgery over 9 months ago.

I spent nearly1000 hours researching what I thought would be the best surgery for my SMO condition, and found out I only needed half that procedure.

Good luck and good health on your wellness journey.

I've found this to be a fun trip, and think it's the best gift I've ever given myself.

Hi,

Well done on your weight loss so far. Keep it up I'm sure you will do well as you have done so far.

I had my sleeve on the 24/03/2009 and have lost 42 pounds since. I hope I have the same success as you.

Take care.

Rukhshandah

Linda · June 11, 2009

August 2008 I received my VSG which was to be the first stage of a two stage DS procedure.
I've since decided I won't need the Switch stage and the issues it brings with it.

At my highest weight I was over 450 (that's as high as our scale would go)

I am now at 285 and still losing on a regular basis.

My goal is to reach 220 and be less than half the man I used to be.

I am down to 1 HBP from 3, no longer have any sleep apnea issues, no longer pre-diabetic, glaucoma is much improved, and I no longer take the 14 Advil per day for joint pain. I still have some joint problems, but I've only taken 3 Advil total since my surgery over 9 months ago.

I spent nearly1000 hours researching what I thought would be the best surgery for my SMO condition, and found out I only needed half that procedure.

Good luck and good health on your wellness journey.

I've found this to be a fun trip, and think it's the best gift I've ever given myself.

Funny how my story is the same as yours! In August 2006 I had the first stage of the DS. I realized I didn't need or want the switch once I began losing and the more I read of complications from the DS. I have no regrets!

I went from 316 lbs to 167 lbs; no longer diabetic; no sleep apnea; no spinal stenosis pain that kept me a prisoner in my home....I can walk, and stand without pain!

Congratulations on all you have accomplished! I believe we are both very fortunate that we did not have the DS.

Linda

WASaBubbleButt · June 11, 2009

August 2008 I received my VSG which was to be the first stage of a two stage DS procedure.
I've since decided I won't need the Switch stage and the issues it brings with it.

At my highest weight I was over 450 (that's as high as our scale would go)

I am now at 285 and still losing on a regular basis.

My goal is to reach 220 and be less than half the man I used to be.

I am down to 1 HBP from 3, no longer have any sleep apnea issues, no longer pre-diabetic, glaucoma is much improved, and I no longer take the 14 Advil per day for joint pain. I still have some joint problems, but I've only taken 3 Advil total since my surgery over 9 months ago.

I spent nearly1000 hours researching what I thought would be the best surgery for my SMO condition, and found out I only needed half that procedure.

Good luck and good health on your wellness journey.

I've found this to be a fun trip, and think it's the best gift I've ever given myself.

WOW! Your weight loss is amazing! I am very impressed! You've lost around 200# in 10 months. That's just fantastic. Feels good, eh?

Congrats on doing it without malabsorption!

You really are an inspiration for others unsure if WLS works! ;o)