Regrets

[charchar 7]

I don't know if it's a stage that everyone goes through but I'm regretting doing my VSG

I'm so scared my stomach will leak the Vitamins taste so bad and so complicated to take I can not stand the Protein Shakes

I'm 4 weeks out I'm not losing much weight I'm gassy, hungry, and constipated my sense of smell has been heightened

I have been eating chicken and salmon and yogurt to get more Protein I'm sooooo regretting having the sleeve done i hope its just a phase I hope I found someone who can relate and not discouraging anyone from pursuing the VSG I'm just looking for support

[Lissa 2,631]

It gets better. Just as having food funerals is normal before surgery, most people have a little "OMG, what have I done" moment after surgery. Mine didn't hit until about 7 months post op, but a lot of people have theirs (like you) early post-op. Breathe deep, follow your plan, and Celebrate every ounce you've lost. You're doing fine!

[sexy_sleevegirl 101]

u sound like me let me tell u it gets better i was sleeved on sept 24th when i came home i would cry i was so angry i was in pain everything smelled awful even Water i looked in the mirror and asked myself why couldt u stop eating i was miserable i wished i never did it now today i went to my doctor i started at 281 today i am 239 as the days go by it will get easier i promise when people told me this i told them to shut the hell up i feel bad now but i did i apologized of course i thought it would never get better but i stand here today off my cholesterol medication able to walk with my kids and im not even at goal yet take it one day at a time find what u like if its just salmon and chicken right now then so be it try to get that Fluid in i did end up in the hospital for dehydration it will be okay hunny dont worry

[sexy_sleevegirl 101]

It gets better. Just as having food funerals is normal before surgery, most people have a little "OMG, what have I done" moment after surgery. Mine didn't hit until about 7 months post op, but a lot of people have theirs (like you) early post-op. Breathe deep, follow your plan, and Celebrate every ounce you've lost. You're doing fine!

113 pound down congrats wow how long did it take

[charchar 7]

It gets better. Just as having food funerals is normal before surgery' date=' most people have a little "OMG, what have I done" moment after surgery. Mine didn't hit until about 7 months post op, but a lot of people have theirs (like you) early post-op. Breathe deep, follow your plan, and Celebrate every ounce you've lost. You're doing fine! [/quote']

Thank you I thought I was the only person who feels this way because everyone is so excited and strong thanks

[Lissa 2,631]

Letia, I'm 14 months out from surgery. The first 70 came off like water...everything else has been a definite worked for pound. BUT, I'm also down from a 24/26 to a 14/16 depending on the cut of clothes and I'm now losing inches faster than pounds. Exercise works!

[Eat That Frog 53]

I think your feelings are normal and it will get better. At 4 weeks out all food disgusted me and I hated to even try to eat, drink or take Vitamins. I am now 8 weeks out and feeling much better ever though I still have a way to go. Hang in there, you are worth it!

[enigmachik 403]

The first couple of months are really tough. I promise it gets better. Hang in there!!

[DanaInNewOrleans 513]

It gets better. Just as having food funerals is normal before surgery, most people have a little "OMG, what have I done" moment after surgery. Mine didn't hit until about 7 months post op, but a lot of people have theirs (like you) early post-op. Breathe deep, follow your plan, and Celebrate every ounce you've lost. You're doing fine!

Hi Lissa,

Do you mind if I ask what the reasons were for your regrets at 7 months post surgery?

~Dana

[rosehips 121]

I am at week 10 & very happy, my first month I lost 16 pounds and thought I was going to lose more than that. I was upset w/ myself right after the surgery, regretting that I should have loved myself enough to accept me as I was. Well, thank God I had the courage to do this, I AM THRILLED, I no longer dread walking into a room with many people in it.

I had to kick up my exercise to get the weight to come off faster, I am averaging 4 pounds a week, double what I could have done without the sleeve. Good luck to you, I will be thinking of you and food job for your honesty

[thinoneday 445]

charchar, in the beginning I so totally hated this surgery. . was really upset that i had done it. I couldn't eat what i wanted, couldn't drink what i wanted. . . man, i couldn't eat like a gorilla at holiday time anymore. . ugh why did i do it!!! Why? because i looked like a gorilla and was fed up with it. . . then reality set in, i couldn't undo what i had done, so the next best thing to do was to except what i had done. . .3 plus years later I am so happy I did this surgery, I can eat whatever I want and the best thing is over the years i have learned what is a "normal" portion and what doesn't agree with me and what does. I've learned to eat, sip, and enjoy life like a lady and am loving myself for once in my life. I don't look like model material, but then that wasn't the goal. . I am HEALTHY and look the part. My labs are perfect for once in my life and for once in my life I like who looks back at me in the mirror. Don't worry, it gets better and girl once it does WHOA NELLY life gets good!

[Lissa 2,631]

Hi Lissa,

Do you mind if I ask what the reasons were for your regrets at 7 months post surgery?

~Dana

Dana, I was on the recumbent bike one day, riding like zombies were chasing me, when I suddenly had a small panic attack that I might actually starve to death someday because I wouldn't be able to eat with my sleeve. Mind you, I was 7 months out at the time and eating plenty of food daily, so I have NO clue where that stray thought came from. I beat that thought down, finished my workout and decided to live the rest of my life HAPPY about this surgery. I wouldn't be alive today without my sleeve.

[charchar 7]

Wow thanks

[JMarshall 352]

I don't know if it's a stage that everyone goes through but I'm regretting doing my VSG

I'm so scared my stomach will leak the Vitamins taste so bad and so complicated to take I can not stand the Protein shakes

I'm 4 weeks out I'm not losing much weight I'm gassy, hungry, and constipated my sense of smell has been heightened

I have been eating chicken and salmon and yogurt to get more Protein I'm sooooo regretting having the sleeve done i hope its just a phase I hope I found someone who can relate and not discouraging anyone from pursuing the VSG I'm just looking for support

Im 1 year post op and i dont regret having the surgery. I didnt start feeling better until i was about 2 months out. Everyone goes through " buyers remorse ". 1 year out and the only regret i have now is not having this done sooner. Im not saying that having this surgery is easy, what i am saying is that it gets easier with time. Stay strong and stay positive. A few months from now you will look back and have a completely different outlook. Good luck !

[Mike Cook 7]

I know what you mean. I am 19 days out and I have a little "remorse" every day. I've lost 51 pounds since I started(Oct.18) the liquid diet though and that makes it all worth while. Started at 378 now at 327. I just miss food. Its getting better every day though !!!! Hang in there.