Just over a year post op

[VSjrs 43]

So I am a year and two months post op. Thinking back, a year ago I was wondering if I made the right decision. I couldn't keep anything down, I was so exhausted, and it seemed like my surgery was more of a curse than a blessing. I couldn't eat without feeling overwhelmingly full. However, I weigh 135 lbs now and the saying is so true, nothing tastes as good as skinny feels. although I still vomit after eating, it doesn't happen as often. I have to be on prescription heart burn medication for my gerd and they completely control it if I stay on top of it and other than those two issues my body has adjusted to my new "tummy" fairly well. Of course there is the little things like how I get absolutely and completely drunk off of one glass of wine (such a cheap date haha) and how easily I get dehydrated but that's really the only down side. So if you are reading this and trying to decide if you want I go through with WLS or you are newly post op and feeling discouraged, i have a few important things to tell you. This surgery was the best decision that I have ever made. My quality of life and happiness is so much different. I can do things I've always wanted to do and I can go shopping and get "normal" sizes. This surgery is not an easy way out and it's going to be hard and at times you'll regret doing it, but, if you stick with it I promise you quality of life will improve so much. If you have any questions please feel free to message me, I'd love to answer any questions you may have.

[PatientEleventyBillion 851]

Holy..

That is night and day.. great job!

You can PM me if you feel at all comfortable answering, but did you need any skin work done? This a thing that concerns me going from a 30 inch waist to 61 (down to 52 now).

[Newme17 3,444]

Wow wee! You made it happen. Great job and you're so pretty before and after. What a gift! 😊 Your story, like so many others, is what keeps me moving forward with my journey. Thank you so much for sharing too!!!

[char3672 292]

So I am a year and two months post op. Thinking back, a year ago I was wondering if I made the right decision. I couldn't keep anything down, I was so exhausted, and it seemed like my surgery was more of a curse than a blessing. I couldn't eat without feeling overwhelmingly full. However, I weigh 135 lbs now and the saying is so true, nothing tastes as good as skinny feels. although I still vomit after eating, it doesn't happen as often. I have to be on prescription heart burn medication for my gerd and they completely control it if I stay on top of it and other than those two issues my body has adjusted to my new "tummy" fairly well. Of course there is the little things like how I get absolutely and completely drunk off of one glass of wine (such a cheap date haha) and how easily I get dehydrated but that's really the only down side. So if you are reading this and trying to decide if you want I go through with WLS or you are newly post op and feeling discouraged, ihttp://s.bariatricpal.com/uploads/monthly_2017_03/IMG_0833.thumb.PNG.39bad8a7b0b1e1f6f983e59e445c0cf5.PNG' alt='IMG_0833.thumb.PNG.39bad8a7b0b1e1f6f983e59e445c0cf5.PNG'>

Did you have bypass or sleeve surgery?
You look great!

[TheBomb64 39]

Wow
You look absolutely amazing - you should be so proud of yourself
I'm 8 weeks post op now and really feel great but
I'm on a stall and it kind of is putting a downer on everything I'm down 45lbs but this stall is getting to 2 weeks now and it getting depressing lol
I guess I need to be patient

[GACaldwell 112]

Thank you! I'm 7 months out & struggling to stay on track. Reading your post at 1 yr out motivates me!

[BigUtahMan 207]

Very inspirational


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[Ivy383 33]

Wow! Thank you for posting this. Very inspirational indeed.

[lizard107 8]

So I am a year and two months post op. Thinking back, a year ago I was wondering if I made the right decision. I couldn't keep anything down, I was so exhausted, and it seemed like my surgery was more of a curse than a blessing. I couldn't eat without feeling overwhelmingly full. However, I weigh 135 lbs now and the saying is so true, nothing tastes as good as skinny feels. although I still vomit after eating, it doesn't happen as often. I have to be on prescription heart burn medication for my gerd and they completely control it if I stay on top of it and other than those two issues my body has adjusted to my new "tummy" fairly well. Of course there is the little things like how I get absolutely and completely drunk off of one glass of wine (such a cheap date haha) and how easily I get dehydrated but that's really the only down side. So if you are reading this and trying to decide if you want I go through with WLS or you are newly post op and feeling discouraged, ihttp://s.bariatricpal.com/uploads/monthly_2017_03/IMG_0833.thumb.PNG.39bad8a7b0b1e1f6f983e59e445c0cf5.PNG' alt='IMG_0833.thumb.PNG.39bad8a7b0b1e1f6f983e59e445c0cf5.PNG'>

Great job! Which surgery did you have?

[SethV 11]

Great job!

[doingit4me2017 93]

Amazing! Thank you for posting! I"m only 3 weeks post op, and I enjoy reading success stories, reminding me to keep an eye on the prize. You're inspiration!

[Smooter 19]

Hi there! I just read your post and #1 you look fantastic, and #2 thank you for being honest about the rollercoaster of emotion. I am two weeks from my surgery date with Dr. Irani. So far, all my appointments have gone well, I feel really ready for this and I know I am making the right choice. If you have any tips for post-surgery, things you wish you had known or done--please message me! I would love to hear your advice.

-Sandra

[gwbicster 257]

I agree with every single thing you said regarding the pros and cons. And although I don't look NEARLY as good as you, I look a lot better (or at least less bad). But I didn't do this for appearance. I know I have added several years to my life because of my decision. Yes I struggle- we all do. But the pros greatly outweigh the cons.

If you are still trying to make up your mind, read this young lady's post and take it to heart- I completely agree with her!

[caroalanis 5]

Wow! You are really an inspiration case for me! Thank you for posting this... I'm 3 weeks off my VGS

[Sosewsue61 3,185]

An imposter I say!!!...ha ha just kidding.

What a transformation, but you were already pretty!