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Well my surgery is in 2 weeks, going to Dr. Corvala. I'm starting with a bmi of 35, and would like to lose 70 lbs. I don't see alot of recent posts? Is everyone still happy with the plication surgery?

I'm still here! I hit onederland a few days ago. YAY!!! Just barely, but I'm there. Almost 11 weeks since surgery and 33.6 lbs off. It does slow down but its coming off. What's the big hurry anyway? LOL.:thumbup:

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Julie6,

that's great! Thanks for keeping us updated.

Those of us that are researching, I think are very interested to know how

weight loss and eating are going for those that have already had surgery.

I'm hoping to have surgery in Nov. so I'll be going thru the holidays post-surgery

but that's okay. I'll be on a healthier and happier road!

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I'm still here! I hit onederland a few days ago. YAY!!! Just barely, but I'm there. Almost 11 weeks since surgery and 33.6 lbs off. It does slow down but its coming off. What's the big hurry anyway? LOL.:)

Are you doing any exercising, when did you start eating food, how long after surgery? what does a normal meal consist of? Yep I'll be going into the holidays hopefully alot lighter!! AND alot happier!

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Are you doing any exercising, when did you start eating food, how long after surgery? what does a normal meal consist of? Yep I'll be going into the holidays hopefully alot lighter!! AND alot happier!

I am walking about 2-3 times a week. Lifting some weights to try to firm up my jiggly arms. Not sure if its going to work but I'm trying. I would say I was on full everything food at 4 weeks. There was a couple of things that didn't agree with me. (Beef and eggs.) Those things are fine now. Now there is nothing I can't eat. Keep in mind, the majority of things I eat is Protein. The carb things are only a tiny portion of what I eat. Yesterday I went to Old Country Buffet. I had maybe 3 oz of meatloaf, couple bites of bread, few bites of brocolli salad. I didn't get my money's worth but I did lose weight.

Remember, protein, protein, protein! Keeps your muscle mass. Dont' give into carb craving. If you do, wait until you've had your protein until almost full, then have a couple bites.

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I've lost 27 pounds in eight weeks. I am slowing down as well but am very happy with my weight loss so far. I am coming off my blood pressure meds, and that's a great feeling! Only 33 pounds to go!

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I would like to start the plication weight loss check in thread

Everyone that has had the Plication surgery would come here and update there weight loss daily, weekly and monthly.

Calling all GPS'S!!!!!!!!!

Well guys, I go in Next Wednesday for the plication surgery to Tia Juana, MX. I'm starting at 217 lbs, am 5'7" and want to get to 150 so I'm not sure how to start the little ticker. But just wondering how everyone is doing on their weightloss? Is everyone still happy with the plication procedure? Any tough plateau's yet? What else do I need to know? I saw the gas strips, pillow, chapstick. Any other input would be great. Thanks everyone, Jen

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Hi everyone, it's Justjen again, getting closer. One big thought that I can't see anyone has really addressed yet. Is anyone concerned with what happens with the part of the unused stomach since it stays attached. I know we are all guinea pigs in this instance since we are having it done without any long term results yet. But what is everyones opinion on this? Will we have to go back at a later date and have revisions?

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Hi everyone, it's Justjen again, getting closer. One big thought that I can't see anyone has really addressed yet. Is anyone concerned with what happens with the part of the unused stomach since it stays attached. I know we are all guinea pigs in this instance since we are having it done without any long term results yet. But what is everyones opinion on this? Will we have to go back at a later date and have revisions?

I think Dr. Watkins talked about it. But they have been doing this kind of surgery on the stomach for years, just for other stuff like GERD....the fundoplication (I think it's called), so though we are guinea pigs for this as a weight loss tool, I think we're ok in terms of stitches and and them not slicing into the stomach tissue.

I would imagine that after a year or 2 with overeating, our sleeves will stretch, but the tissue is still alive and has blood flow, so if we want it reversed it can be (though I'm sure there will be some scar tissue) but can be undone.

Try doing search for Dr. Watkins and read some of his threads....I think he may address some of this.

Also ask Dr. Corvala...when you are down there, he is willing to take all the time to answer all of the questions you may have. I didn't think about that question or I would have asked...LOL....

good luck!

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So...got on the scale this morning and I'm down 4.5lbs....I broke 40....I am so excited...I hit 43.2 lbs today lost and gone!!!!! I am finally in the 250's (ok. 259.9) but still....especially since my "stall" or .4 gain from last week.....

woooooo hooooo

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So...got on the scale this morning and I'm down 4.5lbs....I broke 40....I am so excited...I hit 43.2 lbs today lost and gone!!!!! I am finally in the 250's (ok. 259.9) but still....especially since my "stall" or .4 gain from last week.....

woooooo hooooo

Yeah! That's great!! Keep up the good work.

You guys are very encouraging to those of us that are researching or hoping to have plication soon.

I have an appt. with my Cedars dr. in a couple of weeks and I'll find out for sure if my band needs to come out.

Either way, I'm pretty sure I'm done with my band. I'm exhausted after almost 9 years of fills/unfills, etc.

Hopefully, I'll be having plication in Nov./Dec.

genepha

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So...got on the scale this morning and I'm down 4.5lbs....I broke 40....I am so excited...I hit 43.2 lbs today lost and gone!!!!! I am finally in the 250's (ok. 259.9) but still....especially since my "stall" or .4 gain from last week.....

woooooo hooooo

Ck, that is amazing! Congratulations! I've finallly made it into the 170s (ok 179). :-)

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my name is Kamie I will be eight weeks out this next tuesday and I have lost 46 pounds.

Congratulations, Karrie. Losing 46 pounds in eight weeks is incredible! Keep up the good work.

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Well it has been five and a half weeks now and I have lost 21 lbs. Not as quickly as some of you but I'm hanging in there. It is still great for this amount of time. I've been walking but plan to go back to Curves this week. I eat about 800 to 1000 calories per day. Slow and steady!

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Well it has been five and a half weeks now and I have lost 21 lbs. Not as quickly as some of you but I'm hanging in there. It is still great for this amount of time. I've been walking but plan to go back to Curves this week. I eat about 800 to 1000 calories per day. Slow and steady!

Congrats on the WL!! I'm only 6 days out and I'm still trying to figure out when, what and how to eat!!

I've been on Clear liquids and I added full liquids yesterday. But in looking at the different post op diets, it's really different?? Liquids/clear?full? soft food?? It's confusing on when to start what?? It's all over the charts!! Anywho, I welcome any suggestions;)

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