I think maybe you're feeling these emotions more because you no longer have your main coping mechanism: food. I know I was used to dealing with things by eating, and when you can't do that anymore,...
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I think maybe you're feeling these emotions more because you no longer have your main coping mechanism: food. I know I was used to dealing with things by eating, and when you can't do that anymore,...
What an ignorant idiot. It's so easy to talk when you've never had a weight problem! I tried every diet and exercised consistently and could never maintain my weight loss. It's the equivalent of...
I was a 30 bmi, 5 foot 8 inches and 202 pounds when I had my surgery with Dr. Kelly, and it was the best decision I ever made. I only wish I'd done it sooner. I'm now at 127 pounds and feel great....
My BMI was 30 when I got the sleeve, and I've been thrilled with my decision and results. Read up on the surgery and go through the boards here. The botton line is: Only you can make this decision...
I'm a year post-op, and, yes, you CAN overeat with the sleeve, but it's not the same level of overeating. Your stomach will stretch a little over time. I can eat more now than I ate at 4 or 6 months...
8 months post-op, when I'd lost all my excess weight, we went on a cruise. The best thing by far was being able to wear a swimsuit and cute resort wear without feeling embarrassed. I had so much...
Is your mom heavy? Perhaps she's jealous? Or maybe food has always been the way she's shown her love - some people just want to feed others. Of course, there's also the less pleasant possibility that...
You are making the right decision! I promise you won't regret it. In the whole scheme of things, the sleeve is an easy surgery.
For women especially weight can fluctuate based on hormone levels. Are you doing anything differently? did you perhaps eat more carbs in the last few days? Are you drinking enough water? If it's not...
You must be in a stall. Cut down on your carbs and up your protein; drink more water; and, yes, exercise. You have to exercise. Walking is generally easy on the knees.
Hell no! I was sleeved just over a year ago, and I LOVE my sleeve and loving my life now. I'm fit and healthy, and have so much more confidence and energy. I had no complications per se but I didn't...
The sleeve isn't associated with dumping syndrome; that's a bypass issue. All our "plumbing" is the same; we just have a smaller stomach. That being said, you were most likely reacting to the quick...
You will feel like a new you in a few weeks. Congratulations!
Mine used to be 30 pre-op. I had the surgery almost as prevention. I didn't want to wait longer and get fatter. I wanted to nip in the bud. I'm now a BMI of 19!
How much water are you drinking? Are you exercising? Both are KEY.
It will be ok. This is a relatively simple surgery; it's very safe. Your baby will be ok, and you are doing your baby a much bigger favor staying alive and getting this done than doing nothing. You...
I agree with much of what you say here. It's not a magic wand; it's a tool, and ultimately it's what YOU make of it. But I've been infinitely more successful with the sleeve than pre-sleeve. I've...
You really don't need follow-up. I know that's not kosher to say, but both hubby and I had our surgeries in Mexico and never had follow-up care. Short of serious complications (very rare and...
I remember being all around disagreeable post-op. You're healing and adjusting to eating less. Plus, fat contains hormones, and as you lose weight, your hormones go a little haywire; fat releases...
I'm very sorry about your loss; I can't imagine.
I would say the biggest drawback is that if you're very obese it might not be enough. I'm a year post-op now, and I can eat MUCH more than I could...
I'm not sure what that is. I've never tried it.
Your family clearly doesn't understand how difficult of a process losing weight is. Have you tried to lose weight before? I'm assuming the answer is a resounding yes. And did you maintain the weight...
I never told anyone except my hubby. One year out I still haven't. Hubby had his done six months after me, and he also hasn't told a soul. I am very private. People judge. I didn't want to go there...
I am so excited for you that you're about to take this journey! It's scary, yes, and not easy, but ultimately SO rewarding.
To answers your questions, I reached the weight I'm at now in early...
It's been the best thing I've ever done. I'm one year post-op and have been maintaining with a 19 BMI for a few months now.