Hi Lindsay, that's how my hernia came about...I had been constipated since last September but only went to my docs in March when the stomach pain started. It's not a nice pain either...mine comes in...

Hey Lindsay, you have done so well with your weight loss. Keep up the good work. I was sleeved in April 2014 and have, like yourself, been having stomach pain. Mine has been going on for 3 months now...

I too have diabetes (type 1 on insulin). I had terrible hypos during my pre op diet and post surgery. I kept in touch with my diabetes team quite regularly during this time as I was experiencing so...

Aaw silly me! Yes there are some lovely English accents...especially us Geordies!! Still love the American speak though! Can't wait to return next year...thinking of Las Vegas! M x

I look forward to my next visit to the States...went to Boston, MA last August and loved it...even snuck in a trip to NYC...that was Awesome!

OMG! I am seriously unwell at the moment with my stomach, but this thread has made me laugh so much, I forgot I was ill! I am from the UK and I LOVE Americans. Love holidaying in the USA and love the...

I have been sleeved for just over a year now and I have been very lax in taking my vitamins daily since about Christmas time. I notice that sleeved individuals have been having blood tests every...

I am just over 1 year post surgery and have reached my goal weight within the first 9 months following surgery. I have kept at the same weight since the beginning of February and quite happy about...

Wow Tara! Amazing! Thanks for posting so long after surgery! It's great to hear how successful you still are after 3.5 years out. I am 1 year post op and worry that over time my stomach will stretch...

Wow, where has that year gone....from having the gastric sleeve one year ago...to now...8stone lighter and very happy! :rolleyes: It's the best decision I have ever made and don't regret it! I'm...

Well, I am now nearly 11 months post sleeve surgery and I have met my target weight loss! I've been stuck at this weight now for a few weeks but I am ok with that as I don't really want to lose...

Hello fellow sleevers. I've not been on here for a while, so I thought I would check in. I'm 8 months post surgery and the sleeve is working really well. I'm still losing weight and my diabetes is...

That's brilliant. James Halstead is an awesome surgeon. He's lovely. Aaw send him my thanks. Without his skillful hands, my weight loss would not have been possible. Best wishes for your op. The...

Time to check in as it's that time of the month! 4 months post surgery and I am still loving my sleeve. Having a few issues like feeling cold all the time as well as having a burning itchy skin...

Good luck with your surgery. It's the best decision I've ever made. I only told a few people about my surgery as individuals are negative about the whole process. It's your choice and your health at...

That's great to hear. Welcome to the sleeved side. Drink plenty of fluids. You'll do great. M x

I have that same problem! What a great problem to have isn't it? I too have bought loads of new clothes recently only to find they are sagging on me. It's great though. I love buying clothes,...

It certainly is a great feeling. Well done for getting there. You've done really well. M x

The dermatologist here in the uk will also do a skin byopsy as well as carry out allergy testing. Hopefully I will get to the bottom of this reaction. I've never had a skin problem in my life. So to...

Yes, when I get back home from holiday (currently in Boston, MA) I am going back to my gp to get a referral to the dermatologist. Just thought someone on the forum might have an idea. M x

Since I've been eating normally (2 months now) my skin starts to itch and burn after I ingest food. Then
because I itch so much I get a red rash come up that bleeds. I have been to the docs about...

I had my first glass of red wine about 2 months post op and I hated the taste. I was gutted as I love a glass of merlot!!
I am now 4 months post surgery and I do enjoy a glass or two of rose...

That made me giggle as I've been observing the exact same thing...people eat too much food! I am so much more aware of portion sizes and what people eat these days. I am amazed where all the food...

I try each month to update my journey. I think it is important for pre sleevers who are considering the surgery. I haven't looked back since my surgery. Even with the ups and downs since it's still...

I don't post often these days, but I like to check in every month to let people know how things are going and if I have hit any problems. Nothing major yet! M x