Would you do it again?

[jdmama911 224]

In a heartbeat! Im only 5weeks post op, had some small complications (STILL have a little nausea, the di di's quite often, trouble with fluid/protein intake). But, I was on a runaway train as far as my health was concerned. I lost over 75 lbs. twice and gained it back + some within 2 years . No regrets here!!

Although, I feel I must tell you this on a side note. I researched this surgery for about a month, and also my mom had a bypass about 6 years ago. I thought I knew enough. I really didn't though! I never thought about crazy complications. I don't know how I would feel if I ended up with a serious complication. I didn't even consider it. Now that I have talked to people that did deal with complications, I don't know how I would have dealt with it...Please be sure you do your research. This surgery does change your life and you need to know what to expect.

That being said, this has been an amazing journey, and the start line is just behind me lol

[noamy4life 3]

Very inspiring to read everyone's experience

Fairly new to this site.

Can I ask how is your hair holding up?

I'm waiting on my surgery date and more afraid of Hair loss than surgery.

I'm currently seeing Endricologist for possible for thyroid condition My hair is thinning lots, have to clean my hair brush out daily and I haven't even started my pre-op diet.

[CowgirlJane 14,259]

Many people lose hair but when my weight was in the life and death ballpark hairloss wasn't that important.

[Butterthebean 8,146]

Excuse my language' date=' but hell no! No complications, lost a great deal since March, but eating/drinking like this for the rest of my life - just isn't me, but now it has to be sadly, so..hell no, I wouldn't do it, again.[/quote']

Is it that bad? Do you just miss being able to eat whatever you want? Would you trade that for the weight you've lost and the years you've added to your life?

[cejiogu 182]

In a heart beat yes!!!! Just list 101lbs as of this am. Don't think I could have done it without this tool. And I really can eat what I want just not as much!

[GypsyQueen 198]

Absolutely no regrets!

[love to be at goal 6]

Thanks for sharing! I appreciate everyones honesty.

[Bufflehead 6,358]

Not only would I do it again, I would do it every year for the rest of my life if I had to.

Recovery from surgery was not bad, just some abdominal pain and fatigue. I've not had any nausea or vomiting or even Constipation. I've lost a good amount of weight (I'm four months out) and have discovered that someone who loves to exercise and strength train was buried inside me. I'm not spending every evening gorging on Cookies and chips and then hating myself for it. My life is getting more and more normal all the time and as a result I'm feeling much more positive and confident. As far as I am concerned, for me there has been no bad or ugly. I love my sleeve.

[DagsboroDebbie 40]

Absolutely. Only wish the sleeve had been around in 2006 when I had the band. This is so much better. I am so happy!!!

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[Fixerupper 335]

YES!!! Love the way I look but even more appreciate all the things I can do!

[LipstickLady 25,682]

I am so freaking happy! I would absolutely do this again and again and again and again.

I was a snug size 20 five months ago. Two days ago I went out and bought size 12 pants. I can run, I can jump, I can do cartwheels again. I can keep up with ANYONE I want to and still feel great the next day. I look amazing, I feel amazing and I have found MYSELF again.

I don't care if I never eat another "normal" meal again. Hell, I had enough food for my lifetime in my first 42 years, I don't need any more for my next 42. I know that I most likely will and quite frankly, I am afraid of that.

Without a doubt yes. Totally worth it.

[Mkak 251]

I am so freaking happy! I would absolutely do this again and again and again and again. I was a snug size 20 five months ago. Two days ago I went out and bought size 12 pants. I can run' date=' I can jump, I can do cartwheels again. I can keep up with ANYONE I want to and still feel great the next day. I look amazing, I feel amazing and I have found MYSELF again. I don't care if I never eat another "normal" meal again. Hell, I had enough food for my lifetime in my first 42 years, I don't need any more for my next 42. I know that I most likely will and quite frankly, I am afraid of that. Without a doubt yes. Totally worth it.[/quote']

Amen, Lipstick!

[futureloser 190]

I am so freaking happy! I would absolutely do this again and again and again and again. I was a snug size 20 five months ago. Two days ago I went out and bought size 12 pants. I can run' date=' I can jump, I can do cartwheels again. I can keep up with ANYONE I want to and still feel great the next day. I look amazing, I feel amazing and I have found MYSELF again. I don't care if I never eat another "normal" meal again. Hell, I had enough food for my lifetime in my first 42 years, I don't need any more for my next 42. I know that I most likely will and quite frankly, I am afraid of that. Without a doubt yes. Totally worth it.[/quote']it's so great to see this. You a rough time and stayed positive throughout. Your sense of humor and wit has helped me as we go through this journey!

[aliekat55 157]

Only sooner. and without as much worry.

[LBD 121]

Very inspiring to read everyone's experience

Fairly new to this site.

Can I ask how is your hair holding up?

I'm waiting on my surgery date and more afraid of Hair loss than surgery.

I'm currently seeing Endricologist for possible for thyroid condition My hair is thinning lots, have to clean my hair brush out daily and I haven't even started my pre-op diet.