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I know everyone’s journey is different but how are you feeling postop surgery? How is eating & drinking going for you?

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Hi Jeanne :) I'm 3 months out from surgery and everything is going great. I'm one of the lucky ones - not a single problem . I just had my first bloodwork done since surgery and my numbers were perfect. I'm building up stamina for walking ,am less out of breath and hardly sweating at all. My joints are getting less painful and stronger every day. Like so many people before me have said... "I wish I would have done this sooner" (I was 68 when I had the sleeve done ) I did my first closet clean out - got rid of my big clothes and all my new clothes are 2 sizes smaller ! I'm just loving every day of this new lifestyle !!! Eating healthy and drinking feels so natural - no problems at all.It's my 2nd and only chance to get this right ! I see you're pre-op .... you'll do great ! How far along are you in the program ?

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I actually had the sleeve done on March 20th this year and for the most part I’m doing great! Believe it or not I’ve had seizures since brain surgery in 2009 & have only had 2 since surgery! My heart is doing great, I’ve lost 72 lbs so far. Still not very hungry and some days having trouble getting in enough Protein. No worries tho because I know it’s a process and a daily achievement and I’m feeling great! Lots of new energy, new clothes I had bought long before surgery and can finally wear plus I’ve been to the free boutique in Gainesville and donated a bunch of clothes! Even got a couple of items but they didn’t have much out at the time I went. I’m going to go back there and check it out again because I’m down a few sizes now 😊 loving life 💗

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That's fantastic news !!! 72 pounds is unbelievable !!! I'm crossing all my fingers and toes that those seizures will go away for good now that you had the surgery :) As many times as I read the success stories here...I'm still amazed at how many lives were actually saved by this procedure. We're a lucky bunch !

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I have my last appointment with surgeon on 8/23/23 and I’m praying 🙏🏾 that I can have my surgery soon 😩😩. I’ve been in pre op since 1/27/23!! You literally have to have the patience of Job!

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      Day 1 of pre-op liquid diet (3 weeks) and I'm having a hard time already. I feel hungry and just want to eat. I got the protein and supplements recommend by my program and having a hard time getting 1 down. My doctor / nutritionist has me on the following:
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      1. NickelChip

        All I can tell you is that for me, it got easier after the first week. The hunger pains got less intense and I kind of got used to it and gave up torturing myself by thinking about food. But if you can, get anything tempting out of the house and avoid being around people who are eating. I sent my kids to my parents' house for two weeks so I wouldn't have to prepare meals I couldn't eat. After surgery, the hunger was totally gone.

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