I thought it was just me....it's nice to know there are others that get the hiccups when you are full too!

Like everyone else, I wouldn't trade it for the world. My only issue has been acid reflux and the air bubble that refuses to become a burp after eating... but both are getting soooo much better a...

As many have said...patience. Easier said than done early on but it gets better every day. The emotional issues of learning to deal with life without using food as a crutch is a terribly difficult...

Nexium finally got mine under control and I have been able to take pills after surgery without problem. Changing to a liquid multivitamin instead of pill or chewable made a big difference with my...

Cincygirl.... right before my surgery, I became overwhelmed with anxiety.:eek: I was super nervous until I reached out to the members here with a post titled, "Is anyone else scared spitless?". ...

Try the Gas X strips and don't eat white meat. My doctor told me to avoid lean, dry meats and since we eat such a small amount that eating cuts with more fat is ok.

I had the same urge...I cheated a bit and had some very runny mashed potatoes at this stage and had no problems. I ate very little but it sure nipped that head hunger in the bud! Good luck!

Dr. Kim is in the DFW metroplex and it is very likely he has performed over 7,000 surgeries. My surgeon is in the same general area and has done over 6,000.

At just three weeks...yes. I am now 6 weeks out and still cannot finish a whole egg. Eat slower and wait longer between bites. Don't drink anything while you are eating either. Good luck!

I have had a bad time with acid and reflux and twice aspirated into my lungs....while on prescription Prilosec. My doctor then changed me to Protonix...which helps....some. THEN I figured it out. ...

Welcome Ashley and good luck! I felt pretty good after the first week and was able to go out and about a couple times a day for an hour or two at a time. I'm sure you will do fine!

Welcome to the site Bubba. I was sleeved just a few days before you....on the 17th of July. I'm doing pretty well also except for some reflux. Best wishes on your continued success!

I was sleeved on 7/17/13 and have had two bad bouts of reflux....your description is soooo accurate. I have been religious about taking the Prilosec my doc prescribed but still have it. Here are...

Hi everyone....I am 13 days out and here are a couple of things I have figured out. Creamed soups aren't my favorite either so I have been eating Campbell's Bean & Bacon soup and Split Pea & Ham...

You go girl!! Your rant is well deserved and she doesn't deserve the time of day from you.

Thanks for the advice. I don't think a small amount of protein will make the surgery more difficult either and I know it will help get my blood sugar up!

Janet, Thank you for your well wishes, I really appreciate it. I'm getting so excited! I do have insurance, however, my insurance will not cover this surgery without a severe co-morbidity. My...

Jan,

I have been on this website since March and have seen lots of good AND bad reviews of their doctors and clinics in Mexico. Your aftercare would have to be handled by your personal physician...

Good luck you guys....I will follow you next Wednesday morning....we got this!!!

I really don't get why some Doctors let you have a protein and veggie for dinner in the pre op phase and others don't. I am only on day 2 of the full liquid pre op phase and although I am not...

Hi MBee....I too am 7 days from surgery but I have been on this site for several months. There are so many great people here, wonderful advice, tips and support. Welcome to our world! I hope you...

For those smokers out there...I smoked for 32 years. My "get healthy" journey actually started with trying to quit smoking. I tried the patch...it broke me out, I tried lozenges...they just didn't...

It may be my imagination but when I walk out to the pasture with a halter in my hand, my horses get a panicked look on their faces....like, "Dear God, PLEASE don't let her want to ride today!!" I...

Well, that worked out well!! I don't have a bike of my own and at least at this point, I don't want to....I like the togetherness of riding behind my husband. Maybe someday though! Although I...

Ayoung, your response was priceless, good for you!! I weigh 212 and have just made my initial consultation appointment. I am willing to bet that if you asked those same women if they had had the...