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  1. #16
    Gastric Sleeve Member Sarcastic_Bard's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    I haven't been getting a lot of negative comments so far, but I have been hearing a lot of "you're just disappearing" from family members. And my husband keeps yanking on the back of my pants to try and get me to get some smaller sizes. Or maybe he just likes grabbing my butt, I don't know.

    I have had some people questioning the procedure itself, wondering why if I lost weight before the surgery why can't I just continue that diet. I have to explain to them while most anyone can lose a bit of weight dieting, it's near impossible to lose the amount I need to, and how the longer I would stay on a diet, the more my metabolism will slow and put me in starvation mode, revving up my hunger until I crash and binge. I needed this medical treatment to safely lose weight, get healthy, and significantly increase my chances of long term success. This was the medical treatment option recommended by my doctor, my surgeon, and my insurance. If my insurance agreed with the treatment and agreed to cover it all, pretty sure it's the right way to go.



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    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Shawn
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    05/05/2012
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    Dr. Almanza
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    One negative comment that I got was from someone I know my early college days. When I told her about the surgery, she said something like: "Oh, so you didn't do it the right way."


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    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Shirlie
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    04/25/2016
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    Dr. Carlos Velasquez
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    You are just killing it, srgilleland!! I had surgery the same day.....and I've lost 12 pounds.
    I have people in my life who were initially not very supportive of me having this surgery also. But who cares.....I was and am so sure that this is the only logical course for me, their opinion is irrelevant. They can either get on board, or the train will leave without them. You are just doing fabulously!! Bravo!!



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    Gastric Sleeve Member Belle2's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    shparks: I'm not just being negative. Unfortunately I have allowed comments to affect my self image. While I have had tons of compliments and support, I knew there would come a point where I would hear something negative. It is important that I have prepared for everything I possibly can. Because I was prepared for that, I handled it well.

    I am a very happily sleeved woman who has her life back.


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  9. #20
    Gastric Sleeve Member
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Shawn
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    Quote Originally Posted by Belle2 View Post
    I knew there would come a point where I would hear something negative.

    I wasn't expecting it at all.


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    Gastric Sleeve Member SomeGuyJeff's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Belle2 View Post
    shparks: I'm not just being negative. Unfortunately I have allowed comments to affect my self image. While I have had tons of compliments and support, I knew there would come a point where I would hear something negative. It is important that I have prepared for everything I possibly can. Because I was prepared for that, I handled it well.

    I am a very happily sleeved woman who has her life back.
    its funny how you question yourself (i have done it many times myself). until you realize that youre the only one that can make you happy and ,and i say so long as you are healthy, you should continue with what youre doing.but i think most anyone here who is in that time period where theyve become the new person, has dealt with it so you are not alone.

    stay happy. stay healthy. love life.



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    Gastric Sleeve Member Shirl's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Shirl
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    Dr. Sergey Lyass
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    This topic is such of an importance to me. I think through the years I've developed "thick skin," but I have also become hyper vigilant of those "off handed" comments. Most of the time I could care less what people say or think about my weight. It's an attitude I developed from being around this amazing African-American woman I had the pleasure and honor of working with and knowing many moons ago. We were about the same size and shape, though she had it going on!!! She'd say to me "Girl you just got to look in the mirror appreciate you Ms Body Bodeee! Mmm mmm mmh!" She had a mirror at her desk, and I can still see her looking at it while she'd say things like that (brings a warm fuzzy smiley heart to my face). All that being said, there is also the realization of micro aggression acts, such as those back handed, delusive, snide, and suppositious comments. Those comments can be so minute, but like a tiny paper cut, they hurt! They leave a lingering negative feeling, and the problem with that is that after a couple of hundred tiny cuts, they can become a gushing wound... and some people just don't get it, they don't get how words can uplift or tear down.

    Today, I chose not to let those tiny insignificant comments linger, and I am most likely put in back on them, question their intentions and/or educate them on their ignorance, if they are someone relatively some person I care about.
    HW: 245lbs (11/15); SW: 226lbs (5/17/16) - Height: 5'6"

    Post-Op Weight:
    M1: 211.3 (-14.7)
    M2: 203 (-8.3)
    M3: 196.5 (-6.5)
    M4: 191.5 (-5)
    M5: 186.3 (-5.2)
    M6: (?)
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    M8: 179.4 (-6.9)
    M9: 177.1 (-2.3)
    M10: 174 (-3.1)
    M11: 171.5 (-2.5)
    M12: 171 (-.5)
    Y1.1: 170 (-1)

    "Today is another day to get it right!"






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    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    I had this surgery for my health and no one elses. My family and friends have been very supportive. If anyone has had negative comments they've not made them where I can hear them. On the other hand those who know me or have worked with me know that I do not tolerate fools gladly. Snark at me and you will get it back, in triplicate.



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  16. #24
    Gastric Sleeve Member
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Shawn
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    Dr. Almanza
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    What pisses me off that I still sometimes get negative comments about being overweight from random strangers. I lost 100 pounds, asshole! You try it!


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    Gastric Sleeve Member SomeGuyJeff's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Quote Originally Posted by shparks View Post
    What pisses me off that I still sometimes get negative comments about being overweight from random strangers. I lost 100 pounds, asshole! You try it!
    losing that much is a big deal - congrats



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    Gastric Sleeve Member Belle2's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    shparks: I'm sorry if you think I am being negative. Unfortunately you will have to deal with this at some point. Some people think it is ok to give their unsolicited input. It is important to be prepared for this phase of your weight loss journey too. Unfortunately there will be those people who think their opinion needs to be considered in your journey.

    I have posted many positive things in the year that I've been here. I certainly feel that I have become a very happy person considering what I have gone through. I have so many reasons to be happy about my weight loss. I am starting to live life again and learning to like myself. You can't get much more positive than that.


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  22. #27
    Gastric Sleeve Member
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Shawn
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    Quote Originally Posted by Belle2 View Post
    shparks: I'm sorry if you think I am being negative.

    I wasn't trying to criticize you or anything. I was just surprised that people would make those types of comments.


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    Gastric Sleeve Member WANAGL's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Cyndi
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    12/30/2015
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    Dr. Robert Marema
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    Quote Originally Posted by shparks View Post
    I wasn't trying to criticize you or anything. I was just surprised that people would make those types of comments.
    Some people think it's their duty! LOL!
    My standard reply, "Thanks for your input." means I've left the conversation. And I do just that. It takes the other person a minute to realize I'm not participating anymore!
    You've done a tremendous job! You're an inspiration to me. Especially experimenting with different ways to jump start your loss even further!



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    Gastric Sleeve Member Belle2's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    I really appreciate your concern, but I am working closely with my dietician and surgeon and we are all pleased with my progress

    I heard you had a bypass.
    No I had a gastric sleeve. It isn't the same surgery. I just had my stomach made smaller. I focus on protein but enjoy fruits and vegetables with occasional carbs.

    No I don't have to run to the bathroom with diahrea (like my bathroom habits are their business) after I eat. None of my intestines were changes. All of my plumbing is the same. That is a big advantage to the surgery I had.

    I know so many people who gain the weight back.

    I know that can be a problem with some people. If I go back to old eating habits the risk is real. I have used this amazing tool to use this time to evaluate what I have been doing wrong. I have done lots of soul searching. I know I need to continue being aware of these obstacles to continue my success.

    I think we notice those WLS individuals but don't look at all of the successes. I think this is always the fear no matter how the weight is lost. I'm working hard so that doesn't happen.

    You took the easy way out! I lost it the hard way.

    I know some people feel that way, but I had to do what is best for me. I didn't jump into this. I researched the surgery for a long time. I have not been successful at keeping the weight off so I made this decision. I know it's not for everyone. I am definitely happy with my decision.

    I hope this helps.


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    Gastric Sleeve Member SomeGuyJeff's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Belle2 View Post
    You took the easy way out! I lost it the hard way.
    .
    yup.. lol.. it was a cakewalk... geesh.

    people have no problems with other surgeries but chastise those who choose WLS. from your heart to your eyesight - surgery is a great option.. but heaven forbid you lose weight at a point where you can stave off the effects of diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure etc... etc...etc...



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