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Under 180Lbs And Getting Sleeved, Anyone Else?



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I had the sleeve on July 8th...I've lost 48 lbs since. I am losing slower now but still losing. Only 25 more to go...and I'm not even sure that's possible...I am not sure I can lose that much more but I'm trying!

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Keep At It!!!

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Started at 185. Really wasnt sure if it would come offf. Its working. I cant eat enough to gain,,,,its been 14 weeks ive lost 28 lds. Thats 2 a week. Ill take it. I have 13 left. I miss food my only issue is sometimes if i eat just an extra bite i feel sick....my tummynlikes Protien shakes yogurt the best. ALL else 3bite s is it or i am in agony.

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I had my sleeve at 175 at 5'3 so I was considered obese. I also had a lot of health issues. Don't feel bad for wanting to change your life. Must people are a bit heavier then us but you don't need to look at the numbers. Having weight loss surgery is a life changing event no matter if your 300lbs or 175. We all go through the same struggles when it comes to losing weight. I'm proud to have my sleeve done and I would do it again. If Your doctor says he is fine with doing it then go for it. It's actually harder for our weight group to lose weight because we don't have a lot to lose. Eventually your body will stop losing weight. Surgery is just a tool because you still have to get out there and exercise like everyone else. Good luck!

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I am scheduled for October 15th .. My weight now is 194 I have tried for 15 years to lose and never go below 180 and I have high cholesterol and my mother past away a year ago this October 7 th from diabetes and I want o prevent myself from becoming a diabetic and I am miserable with this weight I am 46 years old and I am hoping this works for me and I do everything I am suppose too..

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I was 184 and got the sleeve. I just kept gaining before I got it done. I'm 63 and am losing slowly. 6 weeks out and have lost 17 lb. I would do it again though!

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Don't worry you will do Great! I was 200lbs. but suffered with high B/P and Diabetes and that was my reason for doing it. I had a lot of people saying...your not big enough! That's why I kept it from people until I got close to my date. I am now FREE OF ALL MY MED'S...AMEN! I THANK GOD FOR THIS SURGERY AND YOU GUY'S ON THIS SITE!

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I started this post long ago :) i am already sleeved as of Jan 2014. Had been having complications from it to deal with including a major surgery. Its hopefully behind me

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When I had my revision surgery from band to sleeve I was 182 day of surgery. Don't feel bad for doing what you need to do to take care of yourself.

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Hi I'm Lori,

I'm 140 I had band removed because of issues. I'm waiting for sleeve approval. Don't ever feel guilty about wanting to improve yourself inside and outside. I can't do it alone I need the extra help with sleeve . I'm going to do most of the work the sleeve is just a tool so like a good carpenter you need the right tools to build an incredible piece of art. Good luck and no pressure from yourself on yourself , there are plenty of obstacles we deal with every day so make life easier for yourself don't feel guilty about anything ever lol .

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Hi Lori. I'm 190 and getting sleeved 5 oct. Have you had your op yet ? I'm getting scared now

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Yay! Support Group for people like myself!

I have no words of wisdom to offer. I've finally made the decision to do the sleeve surgery and am eagerly waiting notification that surgeon has agreed to take on my case. Scared I will be denied...Age 42, 5'5", 188lbs (yoyo between 178 and 198). My body likes 8's, lol...

My name is Lori, BTW. I'm in Northern California and awaiting approval from Dr. Garcia in Mexico.

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Anyone under 180lbs and getting sleeves?

I have recently started to feel a bit guilty about getting sleeved for being overweight but not obese.

I have other medical issues that have helped me make the decison to get sleeved, but I am curious

to see if there is anyone else in the same boat.

I was 172 got sleeved and it was the best decision I have ever made... I am 142 now and still want to be 120 - 130. It has been 10 months since my surgery. I self payed and would do it all over again in a heartbeat..

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Hi Lori. I'm 190 and getting sleeved 5 oct. Have you had your op yet ? I'm getting scared now

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Don't worry. this will be the best decision you ever made. I am so happy I did it

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