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Sleeve done Fri May 11th, 2012 by Dr. Mark Dominguez in Louisiana. So far all is well and much better than I anticipated, so I could not be more pleased.

I was 240 at time of surgery and have 100 pounds to lose to get to goal. Last Summer I weighed about 275 and felt horrible. Through doctor visits and tests learned I am insulin resistant and began my own lifestyle changes resulting in some weight loss. This along with high blood pressure, asthma and other health risks led me to the sleeve. I can see already, this was a wise choice. Reading through posts on this forum helped me to prepare. Hopefully my experiences, help someone else.

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Joybl I am in Louisiana too! I will be sleeved on may 31! I'm so glad that you are better than you expected! Prayers being sent your way!

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Joybl I am in Louisiana too! I will be sleeved on may 31! I'm so glad that you are better than you expected! Prayers being sent your way!

How exciting for you! Mental and physical preparation a must!

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Welcome to the forum! Your story gives us pre oppers lots of encouragement!

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Joybl I am in Louisiana too! I will be sleeved on may 31! I'm so glad that you are better than you expected! Prayers being sent your way!

How are you feeling? Anything I can help you with?

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Joybl I am in Louisiana too! I will be sleeved on may 31! I'm so glad that you are better than you expected! Prayers being sent your way!

Mome2mad,

How are you doing post op?

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How are you doing post op?

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Well I didn't have my surgery! :(

They prepped me put me under and did an EGD and found polyps in my stomach. My doctor didn't want to take any chances of them being cancerous so I went to a gastro doc the next day and she will do another EGD with biopsys in the morning! Hopefully I will be cleared and can be sleeved soon! Thanks so much for checking on me! I haven't posted because I have been sort of in a funky mood!

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Well I didn't have my surgery! :(

They prepped me put me under and did an EGD and found polyps in my stomach. My doctor didn't want to take any chances of them being cancerous so I went to a gastro doc the next day and she will do another EGD with biopsys in the morning! Hopefully I will be cleared and can be sleeved soon! Thanks so much for checking on me! I haven't posted because I have been sort of in a funky mood!

Gosh, so sorry to hear that and what an emotional ordeal for you on multiple levels. Good thing you have a cautious surgeon. I hope the tests prove the polyps are nothing to be concerned with and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Please remain optimistic : )

I am 24 days post op and today started to have cravings for a little food vs full liquids, a salad of all things! So far my will has been strong. The results are motivating, but I miss crunching on something. For now the V-8 will have to suffice.

Well, let me know how things go for you. Take care.

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Well I didn't have my surgery! :(

They prepped me put me under and did an EGD and found polyps in my stomach. My doctor didn't want to take any chances of them being cancerous so I went to a gastro doc the next day and she will do another EGD with biopsys in the morning! Hopefully I will be cleared and can be sleeved soon! Thanks so much for checking on me! I haven't posted because I have been sort of in a funky mood!

How did test go and how are you feeling?

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How did test go and how are you feeling?

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The test was fine. I'm just waiting on the biopsy results. I hate waiting!!! I called Doc Bellangers office and they said they may be able to get me on the schedule for next Thursday (15th) as long as all is fine with biopsies. So I'm just trying to stay positive. I'm still sore from the biopsy but doing well other wise!

I'm glad to hear that you are doing well!!

I will be praying for you!

Thanks for checking on me. I'll let you know what results are as soon as I can!! :)

Enjoy your day and God bless!

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Well biopsy came back fine so I will have surgery this Thursday!!! :)

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Well biopsy came back fine so I will have surgery this Thursday!!! :)

Excellent!!! i am so happy for you. Will be thinking about you. May you have a comfortable experience. Use that pump and take the nausea meds. Walk as soon as you can to release surgery gas. The worst was getting gas and anesthia out of my system. It has been nothing but great since then. I have now lost over 55 pounds since last year, and 25 of those came off post surgery which was a month ago. it feels nice to geel great if you know what i mean. : )

Again, so happy for you and you must be so excited to take this important step to a healthier you. Keep in touch!

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