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    Default Sleeve Size??

    Does anyone know an exact measurement for what size sleeve they received? I believe they refer to it as a bouge. I asked at my appt last week and i was told 36MM so i just wanted to compare and see what others knew.

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    They told me a 32



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    Default Re: Sleeve Size??

    I had a 36fr (french - the usual measurement for a bougie).
    But there really isn't an exact size.
    They use the bougie as a guide but some stomachs are longer (or shorter) vertically than others.
    The doc will judge to get the right pouch/sleeve size.
    I am 9 mo out and can squeeze in 5 oz if it's liquidy food, only 3 of of dense protein.
    Best NSV - fitting on a kid's amusement park ride with my 4 yr old grandson!
    CFIDS =Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) Also dx with post-bariatric reactive hypoglycemia; and chronic gastritis (both sleeve complications). Permanently disabled.
    Start weight 335, down to 218, up during gastritis. Have accepted there is no way to lose it with my hypoglycemia. Current weight 260. Currently doing 10 day sleeve reset and determined to get back down to my post surgical weight or close to it.

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    Default Re: Sleeve Size??

    My doc told me 34-36, said 32 has a higher chance of causing an obstruction



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    Oh my I hope not, now hat worries me, I had an obstruction once not fun



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    Default Re: Sleeve Size??

    I have a 32 bouge.



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    How are you doing with all this, no problems , prayers for you and your loved ones



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    Default Re: Sleeve Size??

    Mine is a 32 - no issues or problems in 10 weeks


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    My doctor used a 40 bougie. This is a question that I didn't ask before the surgery (my mistake).

    However, my weight loss rate is fine. I am not a super star in losing weight but I am okay with it.
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    • Exercise for heart health, mental health and weight maintenance.
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    I have a 32 as well. It feels completely fine. I am able to eat adequately, have never had anything get stuck, don't have heartburn, etc. I am glad it's small.


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    Wow that makes me feel a little more at ease, thanks everyone



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    My 32 is great! No complications whatsoever! Down 64 pounds in 13 weeks.



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    Default Re: Sleeve Size??

    Mine was a 34, no problems, but I am only a week out.


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    Default Re: Sleeve Size??

    My Doc uses a 40 and I have no problems. His philosophy is he would rather me be a little more comfortable and loose the wieght a little slower than have problems. I was worried at first because I was eating solids my 2nd week out and my loss was a little slower than most, but its working fine. I'm down 46 pounds in 42 days (14 day pre op & 28 since sleeve) so I am good with it. I can also eat 4 oz. of meat, 1/4 cup starch, 1/4 cup veggies and I am full. I do that 3 times a day with a small snack in between and its still coming off. I just started walking last week and if I get my protien and water in it just falls off. Hope this helps.



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    Mine was 36 which I think is average. There is really very minimal difference, so I read. Frankly, I'm jealous and I'd love to have a 40! I of course want to lose weight but I want to be able to eat halfway normal too. Oops! Too late now!

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