Sleeve

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Dano:

I know you will be so much happier with the sleeve! It is so maintenance free and easier to live with. You don't have to worry about whether or not the fill is okay or will be too loose or tight.

I got my sleeve on June 27th and thus far have lost 55lbs. I only weigh myself once a week. I don't have any fears about weighing myself everyday and being a slave to the scale. I think going on the Atkins diet is a good way to start this new life since you will need to keep up that same diet on the sleeve for maximum weight loss.

At this point in my weight loss, I can eat anything, but in very small amounts. I had a business meeting yesterday and they had pizza. I had one-half of one slice. Although that was a normal slice that was already cut lenghtwise in half. So, really 1/4 of a normal slice and that was enough! I was full! Somedays, people will bring in those mini-bagels and I will have one. They are small and the perfect size to eat for me and be full. But those are not everyday foods. I try to eat more protein and less carbs, but during the holidays, there will be a few exceptions.

I also love the way I feel. I don't feel like a slave to food and having to get something in my stomach so I won't get a raging headache or low blood sugar shakes. I don't feel hungry, but know that I will need something to eat. I try to eat about three times per day. However, I don't seem to eat much during the day...more at night, but that is my body. Not everyone's system works the same way. Your body will tell you what it needs. You will just need to identify what is hunger and what is head hunger. I do see those commercials on TV and think what they are advertising looks good, but that is head hunger.....not body hunger. I look of some of the snack items in the stores and think they would be good too....but again, it is not actual body hunger. When I have given in to the temptation, the pleasure derived from those moments of sugar or carbs do not satisfy me and are very unfulfilling....so

eating anything like that is infrequent...but I do not beat myself up. I remember how unfulfilling they are and try to choose something different instead.

Additionally, you will find that the food you used to love doesn't have the same pull. It is not as satisfying since you can't eat much and can't extend the pleasure of those old comfort foods. The act of eating is VERY SHORT in time and only a few bites suffice - whereas before we could eat for 1/2 hour and still keep going! So, the ritual of eating changes drastically and restaurants and family meals are so boring. At least for me they are. I know people around me are enjoying their food, but I am enjoying the conversation because I can't eat. So, the pleasure has changed.

I know as you continue your journey and let us know how you are doing, and/or you continue to read the postings, you will find so many similarities and recognize yourself in many of us. Please let us know how you do! We are rooting for you!

Warmly,

Gail

From: glander_33 <glander_33@...>Subject: sleeve Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2008, 9:44 AM

hello groupthis is my 1st posting .my name is Dano and i was going to get the band but after more reasearch i decited that the sleeve is a better choice for me.i am flying out tmrw from s fla to have surgery on thursday the sleeve and also a abiluinguial (belly button) hernia repair at the same time.i am just looking for advice or input from any sleevesters that my help me in this big decision.i went on actins diet and have lost 15 lbs so feeling better allready.my stats45 years5' 8" h285 lbsthats it lot on my mind thank you Dano

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Hi,

For me the sleeping problems weren't always something to do with the sleeve. I would just wake up and couldn't go back to sleep. A few times it was feeling like I just had a small upset stomach--not that I was going to vomit--just a slight upset stomach. So a Popsicles was my answer--I think it was swelling in my stomach and so something cold always helped. I would buy the ALL Natural fruit--NO SUGAR added Popsicles. I think my mind was going a million mph and that caused some of my not sleeping too. I am 64 years old and so I still have some problems sleeping sometimes and then there are times when I really sleep really good.

You are doing great asking all these questions.

Suzanne

In a message dated 11/17/2009 3:58:00 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, dagloud@... writes:

Can you tell me why you had problems sleeping? Was it reflux? I am feeling much more comfortable about my decision to have the revision. I just know (from my experience with the band) that there are things that I need to know. I just don't know the right questions to ask. If anyone can think of anything that happened that you weren't prepared for, please tell me. So I can be prepared. I really appreciate all the feedback I have received. Thanks everyone for your support. >> Hi, well NEVER having the band, I can only speak to what I had with just > the sleeve surgery. I didn't have much pain at all after the surgery and it > was managed very well during my stay with Dr. Aceves with pain medication > at the hospital. They sent pain meds home with me to use and I never had > the need to use them. I was a little tired on the flight home, but I was so > excited that I was going home, that I just enjoyed my flight. I flew from > San Diego to Portland, OR--not a long flight. So I have to say NO pain for > me--not even when I got home. I will tell you I had problems sleeping for > the first 30 - 45 days, but that got a lot better too.> > When you start eating regular food at the end of first 30 days, one of my > biggest obstacles was, slow down when I ate, take tiny bites and chew the > heck out of what was in my mouth. If I didn't it felt like I had something > hard slowly sliding down--that is a little painful--it isn't stuck, because > you know and feel it sliding down slowly--because I didn't chew it enough. > That is something that you will learn if you don't eat slowly, take tiny > bites and chew, and chew. I think that most of us can say we have learned > to overcome that. > > I think when you experience something and you aren't sure about it, this is > the place to come and ask questions. One of us have experienced what ever > it is that you are going through. I think that you will find that this is > a great place to ask questions and come for support. I wish you nothing > but success and a rapid recovery.> > Take care,> Suzanne> > > In a message dated 11/15/2009 5:58:03 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, > dagloud@... writes:> > > > > Does anyone have pain when eating with the sleeve? I am getting the sleeve > one week from today. I want to be prepared for any difficulty that could > arise. Please, if anyone out there has anything that could help prepare me > for what to expect, i would appreciate your input. I will have a band revised > to sleeve.>

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Absolutely, without a doubt. Those feelings of not being about to sleep because of the surgery only last that 1st 30 days. You can do ANYTHING for 30 days--it isn't a lifetime, but just 30 small days. I remember asking myself one day what in the world did I do to myself? That was only one day--one day out of the last 365 days and that was just that one day. I NEVER have had any regrets. I eat all the things that I want to eat--that means I eat healthy and I never feel deprived at all. I really have never considered this a diet--like so many of us have been on. I consider it a life style change, and I know I sure needed that lifestyle change. I eat such small amounts of food and I can eat almost anything that other people it. I just eat small portions, take tiny bites and chew a lot. Something that I should have been doing all my life anyway.

I feel like someone gave me my life back again. It is still a shock for me to walk past a mirror and I see this person that weighs 92 pounds less. I think Oh my goodness that is me. I was in the hot tub last night and I thought to myself--you need to lose a few more pounds still, but isn't it amazing that in a years time you lost 92 pounds. I feel 20 years younger and this is a lifestyle change that I know without a doubt that will last me forever

I love my new life and I feel amazing. You will have all these same feeling as time goes on.

Hugs,

Suzanne

You are going to be in great hands, and a month from now you are going to say--"why didn't I do this sooner?" Come and tell me if I am right in a month.

We will be thinking about you and think nothing but good thought. Please tell Dr. Aceves that Suzanne from Oregon said to says Hi.

In a message dated 11/17/2009 1:54:01 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, dagloud@... writes:

Thanks Suzanne, so you are still glad you had the procedure?

Re: SLEEVE

Hi,

For me the sleeping problems weren't always something to do with the sleeve. I would just wake up and couldn't go back to sleep. A few times it was feeling like I just had a small upset stomach--not that I was going to vomit--just a slight upset stomach. So a Popsicles was my answer--I think it was swelling in my stomach and so something cold always helped. I would buy the ALL Natural fruit--NO SUGAR added Popsicles. I think my mind was going a million mph and that caused some of my not sleeping too. I am 64 years old and so I still have some problems sleeping sometimes and then there are times when I really sleep really good.

You are doing great asking all these questions.

Suzanne

In a message dated 11/17/2009 3:58:00 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, dagloudaol writes:

Can you tell me why you had problems sleeping? Was it reflux? I am feeling much more comfortable about my decision to have the revision. I just know (from my experience with the band) that there are things that I need to know. I just don't know the right questions to ask. If anyone can think of anything that happened that you weren't prepared for, please tell me. So I can be prepared. I really appreciate all the feedback I have received. Thanks everyone for your support. >> Hi, well NEVER having the band, I can only speak to what I had with just > the sleeve surgery. I didn't have much pain at all after the surgery and it > was managed very well during my stay with Dr. Aceves with pain medication > at the hospital. They sent pain meds home with me to use and I never had > the need to use them. I was a little tired on the flight home, but I was so > excited that I was going home, that I just enjoyed my flight. I flew from > San Diego to Portland, OR--not a long flight. So I have to say NO pain for > me--not even when I got home. I will tell you I had problems sleeping for > the first 30 - 45 days, but that got a lot better too.> > When you start eating regular food at the end of first 30 days, one of my > biggest obstacles was, slow down when I ate, take tiny bites and chew the > heck out of what was in my mouth. If I didn't it felt like I had something > hard slowly sliding down--that is a little painful--it isn't stuck, because > you know and feel it sliding down slowly--because I didn't chew it enough. > That is something that you will learn if you don't eat slowly, take tiny > bites and chew, and chew. I think that most of us can say we have learned > to overcome that. > > I think when you experience something and you aren't sure about it, this is > the place to come and ask questions. One of us have experienced what ever > it is that you are going through. I think that you will find that this is > a great place to ask questions and come for support. I wish you nothing > but success and a rapid recovery.> > Take care,> Suzanne> > > In a message dated 11/15/2009 5:58:03 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, > dagloud@... writes:> > > > > Does anyone have pain when eating with the sleeve? I am getting the sleeve > one week from today. I want to be prepared for any difficulty that could > arise. Please, if anyone out there has anything that could help prepare me > for what to expect, i would appreciate your input. I will have a band revised > to sleeve.>

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Thanks Suzanne, so you are still glad you had the procedure?

Re: SLEEVE

Hi,

For me the sleeping problems weren't always something to do with the sleeve. I would just wake up and couldn't go back to sleep. A few times it was feeling like I just had a small upset stomach--not that I was going to vomit--just a slight upset stomach. So a Popsicles was my answer--I think it was swelling in my stomach and so something cold always helped. I would buy the ALL Natural fruit--NO SUGAR added Popsicles. I think my mind was going a million mph and that caused some of my not sleeping too. I am 64 years old and so I still have some problems sleeping sometimes and then there are times when I really sleep really good.

You are doing great asking all these questions.

Suzanne

In a message dated 11/17/2009 3:58:00 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, dagloudaol writes:

Can you tell me why you had problems sleeping? Was it reflux? I am feeling much more comfortable about my decision to have the revision. I just know (from my experience with the band) that there are things that I need to know. I just don't know the right questions to ask. If anyone can think of anything that happened that you weren't prepared for, please tell me. So I can be prepared. I really appreciate all the feedback I have received. Thanks everyone for your support.

>

> Hi, well NEVER having the band, I can only speak to what I had with just

> the sleeve surgery. I didn't have much pain at all after the surgery and it

> was managed very well during my stay with Dr. Aceves with pain medication

> at the hospital. They sent pain meds home with me to use and I never had

> the need to use them. I was a little tired on the flight home, but I was so

> excited that I was going home, that I just enjoyed my flight. I flew from

> San Diego to Portland, OR--not a long flight. So I have to say NO pain for

> me--not even when I got home. I will tell you I had problems sleeping for

> the first 30 - 45 days, but that got a lot better too.

>

> When you start eating regular food at the end of first 30 days, one of my

> biggest obstacles was, slow down when I ate, take tiny bites and chew the

> heck out of what was in my mouth. If I didn't it felt like I had something

> hard slowly sliding down--that is a little painful--it isn't stuck, because

> you know and feel it sliding down slowly--because I didn't chew it enough.

> That is something that you will learn if you don't eat slowly, take tiny

> bites and chew, and chew. I think that most of us can say we have learned

> to overcome that.

>

> I think when you experience something and you aren't sure about it, this is

> the place to come and ask questions. One of us have experienced what ever

> it is that you are going through. I think that you will find that this is

> a great place to ask questions and come for support. I wish you nothing

> but success and a rapid recovery.

>

> Take care,

> Suzanne

>

>

> In a message dated 11/15/2009 5:58:03 A.M. Pacific Standard Time,

> dagloud@... writes:

>

>

>

>

> Does anyone have pain when eating with the sleeve? I am getting the sleeve

> one week from today. I want to be prepared for any difficulty that could

> arise. Please, if anyone out there has anything that could help prepare me

> for what to expect, i would appreciate your input. I will have a band revised

> to sleeve.

>

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I had to laugh out loud LOL, because I can hear my grandparents saying the same thing about the starving kids and I think it was in China and I am 64 years old. You just have to get use to tossing the food. After awhile it becomes a lot easier. It is really a relearning process. It is a GOOD thing to get rid of the food--it is like setting yourself free too. You will learn to put smaller amounts on your plate. I still sometimes put too much on my plate, but I have NO problem just putting it in the garbage disposal. What a feeling of freedom to be able to do that. We all morn the loss of food at first. Later on you will find that you will look at a plate of food especially if you are out eating and think to yourself--OH my God I use to eat all that food and just inhale it like they just did. The 1st 30 days is rough--now you are on your way. You will find the foods each day that work best for you. It is a whole new adventure, enjoy the ride. You will also start sleeping better as time goes on.

Take care,

Suzanne

In a message dated 11/17/2009 9:37:42 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, jbriannewilliams@... writes:

I am so glad to hear that someone else has had trouble sleeping since having the sleeve. I am exactly 31 days post op and I sleep for roughly 4-5 hours a night. I don't feel tired the next day, but Geez, I know I need to make sure my body is getting enough rest to recover. My whole world has been turned upside down. Cant eat Cant sleep. J/k. The first 30 days have been really hard, but overall I am happy that I made the choice to have the SLEEVE and after seeing other people's results I am glad I went with Dr. A. I am back on real food. Sometimes out of habit I will put to much food on my plate and eat what I can and then get really frustrated that I cant eat the rest so I get up and throw the food away quickly, b/c if I keep it on my plate I will eat it. I can still hear my grandparents saying "there are starving children in the world dont waste food." This is part of retraining my brain I know, but old habits die hard. I hope the sleep sitiuation does get better soon.

From: dagloudaol <dagloudaol>Subject: Re: SLEEVE Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 7:08 PM

I am feeling so much more sure that this is the only decision I can make. I absolutely can not gain this weight back. I still have a lot to lose but could live with that. Just not gaining. I sure can do anything for 30 days. I have spent almost two years with this band. It hasn't been easy. Thank you for your encouragement. It has given me courage. I'll be OK, and I will let you know ASAP how it went. Thanks! Re: SLEEVE

Hi,

For me the sleeping problems weren't always something to do with the sleeve. I would just wake up and couldn't go back to sleep. A few times it was feeling like I just had a small upset stomach--not that I was going to vomit--just a slight upset stomach. So a Popsicles was my answer--I think it was swelling in my stomach and so something cold always helped. I would buy the ALL Natural fruit--NO SUGAR added Popsicles. I think my mind was going a million mph and that caused some of my not sleeping too. I am 64 years old and so I still have some problems sleeping sometimes and then there are times when I really sleep really good.

You are doing great asking all these questions.

Suzanne

In a message dated 11/17/2009 3:58:00 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, dagloudaol (DOT) com writes:

Can you tell me why you had problems sleeping? Was it reflux? I am feeling much more comfortable about my decision to have the revision. I just know (from my experience with the band) that there are things that I need to know. I just don't know the right questions to ask. If anyone can think of anything that happened that you weren't prepared for, please tell me. So I can be prepared. I really appreciate all the feedback I have received. Thanks everyone for your support. >> Hi, well NEVER having the band, I can only speak to what I had with just > the sleeve surgery. I didn't have much pain at all after the surgery and it > was managed very well during my stay with Dr. Aceves with pain medication > at the hospital. They sent pain meds home with me to use and I never had > the need to use them. I was a little tired on the flight home, but I was so > excited that I was going home, that I just enjoyed my flight. I flew from > San Diego to Portland, OR--not a long flight. So I have to say NO pain for > me--not even when I got home. I will tell you I had problems sleeping for > the first 30 - 45 days, but that got a lot better too.> > When you start eating regular food at the end of first 30 days, one of my > biggest obstacles was, slow down when I ate, take tiny bites and chew the > heck out of what was in my mouth. If I didn't it felt like I had something > hard slowly sliding down--that is a little painful--it isn't stuck, because > you know and feel it sliding down slowly--because I didn't chew it enough. > That is something that you will learn if you don't eat slowly, take tiny > bites and chew, and chew. I think that most of us can say we have learned > to overcome that. > > I think when you experience something and you aren't sure about it, this is > the place to come and ask questions. One of us have experienced what ever > it is that you are going through. I think that you will find that this is > a great place to ask questions and come for support. I wish you nothing > but success and a rapid recovery.> > Take care,> Suzanne> > > In a message dated 11/15/2009 5:58:03 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, > dagloud@... writes:> > > > > Does anyone have pain when eating with the sleeve? I am getting the sleeve > one week from today. I want to be prepared for any difficulty that could > arise. Please, if anyone out there has anything that could help prepare me > for what to expect, i would appreciate your input. I will have a band revised > to sleeve.>

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I am feeling so much more sure that this is the only decision I can make. I absolutely can not gain this weight back. I still have a lot to lose but could live with that. Just not gaining. I sure can do anything for 30 days. I have spent almost two years with this band. It hasn't been easy. Thank you for your encouragement. It has given me courage. I'll be OK, and I will let you know ASAP how it went. Thanks!

Re: SLEEVE

Hi,

For me the sleeping problems weren't always something to do with the sleeve. I would just wake up and couldn't go back to sleep. A few times it was feeling like I just had a small upset stomach--not that I was going to vomit--just a slight upset stomach. So a Popsicles was my answer--I think it was swelling in my stomach and so something cold always helped. I would buy the ALL Natural fruit--NO SUGAR added Popsicles. I think my mind was going a million mph and that caused some of my not sleeping too. I am 64 years old and so I still have some problems sleeping sometimes and then there are times when I really sleep really good.

You are doing great asking all these questions.

Suzanne

In a message dated 11/17/2009 3:58:00 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, dagloudaol writes:

Can you tell me why you had problems sleeping? Was it reflux? I am feeling much more comfortable about my decision to have the revision. I just know (from my experience with the band) that there are things that I need to know. I just don't know the right questions to ask. If anyone can think of anything that happened that you weren't prepared for, please tell me. So I can be prepared. I really appreciate all the feedback I have received. Thanks everyone for your support.

>

> Hi, well NEVER having the band, I can only speak to what I had with just

> the sleeve surgery. I didn't have much pain at all after the surgery and it

> was managed very well during my stay with Dr. Aceves with pain medication

> at the hospital. They sent pain meds home with me to use and I never had

> the need to use them. I was a little tired on the flight home, but I was so

> excited that I was going home, that I just enjoyed my flight. I flew from

> San Diego to Portland, OR--not a long flight. So I have to say NO pain for

> me--not even when I got home. I will tell you I had problems sleeping for

> the first 30 - 45 days, but that got a lot better too.

>

> When you start eating regular food at the end of first 30 days, one of my

> biggest obstacles was, slow down when I ate, take tiny bites and chew the

> heck out of what was in my mouth. If I didn't it felt like I had something

> hard slowly sliding down--that is a little painful--it isn't stuck, because

> you know and feel it sliding down slowly--because I didn't chew it enough.

> That is something that you will learn if you don't eat slowly, take tiny

> bites and chew, and chew. I think that most of us can say we have learned

> to overcome that.

>

> I think when you experience something and you aren't sure about it, this is

> the place to come and ask questions. One of us have experienced what ever

> it is that you are going through. I think that you will find that this is

> a great place to ask questions and come for support. I wish you nothing

> but success and a rapid recovery.

>

> Take care,

> Suzanne

>

>

> In a message dated 11/15/2009 5:58:03 A.M. Pacific Standard Time,

> dagloud@... writes:

>

>

>

>

> Does anyone have pain when eating with the sleeve? I am getting the sleeve

> one week from today. I want to be prepared for any difficulty that could

> arise. Please, if anyone out there has anything that could help prepare me

> for what to expect, i would appreciate your input. I will have a band revised

> to sleeve.

>

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I am so glad to hear that someone else has had trouble sleeping since having the sleeve. I am exactly 31 days post op and I sleep for roughly 4-5 hours a night. I don't feel tired the next day, but Geez, I know I need to make sure my body is getting enough rest to recover. My whole world has been turned upside down. Cant eat Cant sleep. J/k. The first 30 days have been really hard, but overall I am happy that I made the choice to have the SLEEVE and after seeing other people's results I am glad I went with Dr. A. I am back on real food. Sometimes out of habit I will put to much food on my plate and eat what I can and then get really frustrated that I cant eat the rest so I get up and throw the food away quickly, b/c if I keep it on my plate I will eat it. I can still hear my

grandparents saying "there are starving children in the world dont waste food." This is part of retraining my brain I know, but old habits die hard. I hope the sleep sitiuation does get better soon.

From: dagloud@... <dagloud@...>Subject: Re: SLEEVE Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 7:08 PM

I am feeling so much more sure that this is the only decision I can make. I absolutely can not gain this weight back. I still have a lot to lose but could live with that. Just not gaining. I sure can do anything for 30 days. I have spent almost two years with this band. It hasn't been easy. Thank you for your encouragement. It has given me courage. I'll be OK, and I will let you know ASAP how it went. Thanks! Re: SLEEVE

Hi,

For me the sleeping problems weren't always something to do with the sleeve. I would just wake up and couldn't go back to sleep. A few times it was feeling like I just had a small upset stomach--not that I was going to vomit--just a slight upset stomach. So a Popsicles was my answer--I think it was swelling in my stomach and so something cold always helped. I would buy the ALL Natural fruit--NO SUGAR added Popsicles. I think my mind was going a million mph and that caused some of my not sleeping too. I am 64 years old and so I still have some problems sleeping sometimes and then there are times when I really sleep really good.

You are doing great asking all these questions.

Suzanne

In a message dated 11/17/2009 3:58:00 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, dagloudaol (DOT) com writes:

Can you tell me why you had problems sleeping? Was it reflux? I am feeling much more comfortable about my decision to have the revision. I just know (from my experience with the band) that there are things that I need to know. I just don't know the right questions to ask. If anyone can think of anything that happened that you weren't prepared for, please tell me. So I can be prepared. I really appreciate all the feedback I have received. Thanks everyone for your support. >> Hi, well NEVER having the band, I can only speak to what I had with just > the sleeve surgery. I didn't have much pain at all after the surgery and it > was managed very well during my stay with Dr. Aceves with pain medication > at the hospital. They sent pain meds home with me to use and I never had

> the need to use them. I was a little tired on the flight home, but I was so > excited that I was going home, that I just enjoyed my flight. I flew from > San Diego to Portland, OR--not a long flight. So I have to say NO pain for > me--not even when I got home. I will tell you I had problems sleeping for > the first 30 - 45 days, but that got a lot better too.> > When you start eating regular food at the end of first 30 days, one of my > biggest obstacles was, slow down when I ate, take tiny bites and chew the > heck out of what was in my mouth. If I didn't it felt like I had something > hard slowly sliding down--that is a little painful--it isn't stuck, because > you know and feel it sliding down slowly--because I didn't chew it enough. > That is something that you will learn if you don't eat slowly, take tiny > bites and chew, and chew. I think that most of us

can say we have learned > to overcome that. > > I think when you experience something and you aren't sure about it, this is > the place to come and ask questions. One of us have experienced what ever > it is that you are going through. I think that you will find that this is > a great place to ask questions and come for support. I wish you nothing > but success and a rapid recovery.> > Take care,> Suzanne> > > In a message dated 11/15/2009 5:58:03 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, > dagloud@... writes:> > > > > Does anyone have pain when eating with the sleeve? I am getting the sleeve > one week from today. I want to be prepared for any difficulty that could > arise. Please, if anyone out there has anything that could help prepare me > for what to expect, i would appreciate your input. I will have a band

revised > to sleeve.>

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because you can't really lay flat on a bed.. I slept in a recliner for about 8 weeks...

Robyn in CO

sleeved 8/5/08

298/183/140

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Re: SLEEVE

Can you tell me why you had problems sleeping? Was it reflux? I am feeling much more comfortable about my decision to have the revision. I just know (from my experience with the band) that there are things that I need to know. I just don't know the right questions to ask. If anyone can think of anything that happened that you weren't prepared for, please tell me. So I can be prepared. I really appreciate all the feedback I have received. Thanks everyone for your support. >> Hi, well NEVER having the band, I can only speak to what I had with just > the sleeve surgery. I didn't have much pain at all after the surgery and it > was managed very well during my stay with Dr. Aceves with pain medication > at the hospital. They sent pain meds home with me to use and I never had > the need to use them. I was a little tired on the flight home, but I was so > excited that I was going home, that I just enjoyed my flight. I flew from > San Diego to Portland, OR--not a long flight. So I have to say NO pain for > me--not even when I got home. I will tell you I had problems sleeping for > the first 30 - 45 days, but that got a lot better too.> > When you start eating regular food at the end of first 30 days, one of my > biggest obstacles was, slow down when I ate, take tiny bites and chew the > heck out of what was in my mouth. If I didn't it felt like I had something > hard slowly sliding down--that is a little painful--it isn't stuck, because > you know and feel it sliding down slowly--because I didn't chew it enough. > That is something that you will learn if you don't eat slowly, take tiny > bites and chew, and chew. I think that most of us can say we have learned > to overcome that. > > I think when you experience something and you aren't sure about it, this is > the place to come and ask questions. One of us have experienced what ever > it is that you are going through. I think that you will find that this is > a great place to ask questions and come for support. I wish you nothing > but success and a rapid recovery.> > Take care,> Suzanne> > > In a message dated 11/15/2009 5:58:03 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, > dagloud@... writes:> > > > > Does anyone have pain when eating with the sleeve? I am getting the sleeve > one week from today. I want to be prepared for any difficulty that could > arise. Please, if anyone out there has anything that could help prepare me > for what to expect, i would appreciate your input. I will have a band revised > to sleeve.>

[Guest guest]

I had a band and hated it with a passion.  Biggest mistake I ever made.  Today I have a sleeve and it is so much easier.  No fills, no unfills, no being too tight I can't swallow my own saliva, none of it.  Sleeves rock!  You have surgery and you are done, no maintenance.  Better weight loss, faster weight loss, it's all good!

Get it!  Get your life back!I honestly can't think of anything I don't like about it.  I mean that quite literally.  It is just like before I ever had WLS but I just can't eat as much.

On Mon, Jan 4, 2010 at 11:33 AM, babys_moogirl2000 <babys_moogirl2000@...> wrote:

 

My father and I would like to have the sleeve procedure perfromed by Dr. Aceves. We are interested in finding out as much information as possible.

I have read many of the posts here and would like any other information that anyone is willing to offer. We would like to know the " good, the bad, and the ugly " of this procedure.

This procedure seems to be the best fit for both of us, but would just like all the information possible. What better way than to get information from people who have experienced this procedure.

Thanks to all who reply. We wish you the best of luck in your journey.

[Guest guest]

I believe no matter what the good the bad and the ugly it is still all worth having the sleeved surgery. You will NEVER regret your choice.

Here are the bad things or things to consider.

1. You will NEVER be able to guzzle a bottle of water again. Who cares--just sip it all day long, and as time goes on you can drink more at one time.

2. The first month is the hardest month to do. So it is only 30 days and it is hard because you are doing the 1st 10 days of nothing but clear liquids, the next 10 days are creamy foods, and the last 10 days are the mushy foods. You can do ANYTHING for 30 days. It is just plain boring and you miss all the old foods you use to eat. That is OK we have all been there and done that, but it is doable.

3. If you take medication it is difficult to swallow the first month. You will need to smash it up and make the medication a power form ( I put mine in a tablespoon of applesauce) and that is how I took mine. Remember you have to learn to eat again meaning tiny bites and chew and chew and chew. For months after we all fight that relearning process, but we finally get use to tiny bites and chew, chew and more chewing.

4. Vitamins are difficult to take (they are BIG)--get liquid vitamins or gummy vitamins for adults. (I get my gummy vitamins at Costco)

5. Bread is something that you shouldn't have much of. Make sure that when you eat any kind of bread that it is whole grain--NO white carbs. So for me eating a hamburger was a challenge. Now I order a very small one or a child's and then remove the top bun and then I usually only end up eating about 1/2 of it.

6. You will morn the loss of food--meaning there are things that you will always have a difficult time eating--for me it is anything that is deep fried, or breaded--just doesn't work for me. You will also look around at other people eating and thing to yourself--Oh my god I used to eat that fast and that much food too. In a short time you won't miss that habit at all.

7. We deal with "head hunger." That means we really aren't hungry but our mind is telling us go ahead and eat. You have to learn to overcome that. Your head will try to play tricks on you and you just have to learn how to deal with it and you will.

8. You have to eat slowly and you are the last one to finish most of the time.

The Ugly things are: At least for me.

1. After a couple of months I noticed I was loosing some of my hair in some places and I would see it in the drain of the shower. Not everyone has this problem, and I promise you it does grow back. So in the mean time since I already had thin hair I got a couple of cute wigs and wore the. Oh yes and my hair came back in naturally curly--I am not fond of my NOW curly hair. It take some effort on my part to make it look like I want in the mornings.

2. I suffered from constipation and so I talked to the people on the board and found out that a lot of people use Miralax. Eating a lot of protein causes that sometimes. So that is just what I do to stay regular--take Miralax. I use one scoop everyday in my protein drink in the morning. It is not habit forming and that is how I managed that.

3. You may have gas, so keep some Gas-X on hand to use if you do.

The GOOD things are:

1. I am off 99% of the medication I was taking before the surgery. I only take my thyroid medication now and that is only 1/4 of what I use to take.

2. I NO longer have High Blood pressure.

3. I am healthy, happy and have such a high energy level.

4. I can walk forever and my leg and back no longer hurts.

5. You will ask yourself why didn't I do this 20 years ago.

6. If you look at this as a tool and NOT a miracle cure you will be fine.

7. You have to participate with you success by eating healthy foods and doing some kind of exercise.

8. You will have to buy ALL new clothes, only buy a few when you first start losing, you can get by with a few pair of pants and tops. When you get to where you want to go then buy more. Donate you large size clothing or give it to someone who can use it. They will really appreciate it.

9. It is a life changing event that will give you more joy and happiness that you have ever known.

Thanks for asking these questions. I don't think you can find a better doctor or facility that Dr. Aceves and his team.

Suzanne

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In a message dated 1/4/2010 11:05:07 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, babys_moogirl2000@... writes:

My father and I would like to have the sleeve procedure perfromed by Dr. Aceves. We are interested in finding out as much information as possible.I have read many of the posts here and would like any other information that anyone is willing to offer. We would like to know the "good, the bad, and the ugly" of this procedure.This procedure seems to be the best fit for both of us, but would just like all the information possible. What better way than to get information from people who have experienced this procedure.Thanks to all who reply. We wish you the best of luck in your journey.

[Guest guest]

My opinion: It's all good..no bad...no ugly. I had the sleeve surgery in April of 2007. I have lost over 100 pounds and have had no problems with weight gain or stretching. I live a very normal, happy life. The sleeve procedure has been a blessing to me. Best of luck.. GO FOR IT! Have A Blessed Day LoeschFrom: babys_moogirl2000 <babys_moogirl2000@...> Sent: Mon, January 4, 2010 12:33:28 PMSubject: Sleeve

My father and I would like to have the sleeve procedure perfromed by Dr. Aceves. We are interested in finding out as much information as possible.

I have read many of the posts here and would like any other information that anyone is willing to offer. We would like to know the "good, the bad, and the ugly" of this procedure.

This procedure seems to be the best fit for both of us, but would just like all the information possible. What better way than to get information from people who have experienced this procedure.

Thanks to all who reply. We wish you the best of luck in your journey.

[Guest guest]

Joyce...I usually agree with you but this time I do not.Sleeves are not a one size fits all surgery, bypass does serve specific populations.We have several surgery types for a reason, no one size fits all surgery type.  One of my best friends is having a revision from band to bypass in March.  I am the one that encouraged her to consider bypass over a sleeve.  She wanted a sleeve, I encouraged her to go for bypass and today, she agrees.

And there is NO gummy vitamin (adult or child) that is healthy.  Gummies do not contain the same vitamins as chewables/tablets.You know I love you but on these points we really disagree.

On Mon, Jan 4, 2010 at 7:19 PM, <SuzanneSH@...> wrote:

 

I believe no matter what the good the bad and the ugly it is still all worth having the sleeved surgery.  You will NEVER regret your choice.

 

Here are the bad things or things to consider.

1.  You will NEVER be able to guzzle a bottle of water again.  Who cares--just sip it all day long, and as time goes on you can drink more at one time.

 

2.  The first month is the hardest month to do.  So it is only 30 days and it is hard because you are doing the 1st 10 days of nothing but clear liquids, the next 10 days are creamy foods, and the last 10 days are the mushy foods.  You can do ANYTHING for 30 days. It is just plain boring and you miss all the old foods you use to eat.  That is OK we have all been there and done that, but it is doable.

 

3.  If you take medication it is difficult to swallow the first month.  You will need to smash it up and make the medication a power form ( I put mine in a tablespoon of applesauce) and that is how I took mine. Remember you have to learn to eat again meaning tiny bites and chew and chew and chew.  For months after we all fight that relearning process, but we finally get use to tiny bites and chew, chew and more chewing.

 

4. Vitamins are difficult to take (they are BIG)--get liquid vitamins or gummy vitamins for adults.  (I get my gummy vitamins at Costco)

 

5.  Bread is something that you shouldn't  have much of.  Make sure that when you eat any kind of bread that it is whole grain--NO white carbs.  So for me eating a hamburger was a challenge.  Now I order a very small one or a child's and then remove the top bun and then I usually only end up eating about 1/2 of it.

 

6.  You will morn the loss of food--meaning there are things that you will always have a difficult time eating--for me it is anything that is deep fried, or breaded--just doesn't work for me.  You will also look around at other people eating and thing to yourself--Oh my god I used to eat that fast and that much food too.  In a short time you won't miss that habit at all.

 

7.  We deal with " head hunger. "   That means we really aren't hungry but our mind is telling us go ahead and eat.  You have to learn to overcome that. Your head will try to play tricks on you and you just have to learn how to deal with it and you will.

 

8.  You have to eat slowly and you are the last one to finish most of the time.

 

The Ugly things are: At least for me.

 

1.  After a couple of months I noticed I was loosing some of my hair in some places and I would see it in the drain of the shower.  Not everyone has this problem, and I promise you it does grow back.  So in the mean time since I already had thin hair I got a couple of cute wigs and wore the. Oh yes and my hair came back in naturally curly--I am not fond of my NOW curly hair.  It take some effort on my part to make it look like I want in the mornings.

 

2.  I suffered from constipation and so I talked to the people on the board and found out that a lot of people use Miralax.  Eating a lot of protein causes that sometimes. So that is just what I do to stay regular--take Miralax.  I use one scoop everyday in my protein drink in the morning.  It is not habit forming and that is how I managed that.

 

3.  You may have gas, so keep some Gas-X on hand to use if you do.

 

The GOOD things are:

 

1.  I am off 99% of the medication I was taking before the surgery.  I only take my thyroid medication now and that is only 1/4 of what I use to take.

 

2.  I NO longer have High Blood pressure.

 

3.  I am healthy, happy and have such a high energy level.

 

4.  I can walk forever and my leg and back no longer hurts.

 

5.  You will ask yourself why didn't I do this 20 years ago.

 

6.  If you look at this as a tool and NOT a miracle cure you will be fine.

 

7.  You have to participate with you success by eating healthy foods and doing some kind of exercise.

 

8.  You will have to buy ALL new clothes, only buy a few when you first start losing, you can get by with a few pair of pants and tops.  When you get to where you want to go then buy more.  Donate you large size clothing or give it to someone who can use it.  They will really appreciate it.

 

9.  It is a life changing event that will give you more joy and happiness that you have ever known.

 

Thanks for asking these questions.  I don't think you can find a better doctor or facility that Dr. Aceves and his team.

 

Suzanne

 

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In a message dated 1/4/2010 11:05:07 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, babys_moogirl2000@... writes:

 

My father and I would like to have the sleeve procedure perfromed by Dr. Aceves. We are interested in finding out as much information as possible.I have read many of the posts here and would like any other information that anyone is willing to offer. We would like to know the " good, the bad, and the ugly " of this procedure.This procedure seems to be the best fit for both of us, but would just like all the information possible. What better way than to get information from people who have experienced this procedure.Thanks to all who reply. We wish you the best of luck in your journey.

[Guest guest]

Suzanne....Sorry, I was just writing about a " Joyce " on another board and had her on my mind.  My apologies for referring to you as Joyce.  You are Suzanne. ;o)On Tue, Jan 5, 2010 at 1:20 AM, Bipley <bipley@...> wrote:

Joyce...I usually agree with you but this time I do not.Sleeves are not a one size fits all surgery, bypass does serve specific populations.

We have several surgery types for a reason, no one size fits all surgery type.  One of my best friends is having a revision from band to bypass in March.  I am the one that encouraged her to consider bypass over a sleeve.  She wanted a sleeve, I encouraged her to go for bypass and today, she agrees.

And there is NO gummy vitamin (adult or child) that is healthy.  Gummies do not contain the same vitamins as chewables/tablets.You know I love you but on these points we really disagree.

On Mon, Jan 4, 2010 at 7:19 PM, <SuzanneSH@...> wrote:

 

I believe no matter what the good the bad and the ugly it is still all worth having the sleeved surgery.  You will NEVER regret your choice.

 

Here are the bad things or things to consider.

1.  You will NEVER be able to guzzle a bottle of water again.  Who cares--just sip it all day long, and as time goes on you can drink more at one time.

 

2.  The first month is the hardest month to do.  So it is only 30 days and it is hard because you are doing the 1st 10 days of nothing but clear liquids, the next 10 days are creamy foods, and the last 10 days are the mushy foods.  You can do ANYTHING for 30 days. It is just plain boring and you miss all the old foods you use to eat.  That is OK we have all been there and done that, but it is doable.

 

3.  If you take medication it is difficult to swallow the first month.  You will need to smash it up and make the medication a power form ( I put mine in a tablespoon of applesauce) and that is how I took mine. Remember you have to learn to eat again meaning tiny bites and chew and chew and chew.  For months after we all fight that relearning process, but we finally get use to tiny bites and chew, chew and more chewing.

 

4. Vitamins are difficult to take (they are BIG)--get liquid vitamins or gummy vitamins for adults.  (I get my gummy vitamins at Costco)

 

5.  Bread is something that you shouldn't  have much of.  Make sure that when you eat any kind of bread that it is whole grain--NO white carbs.  So for me eating a hamburger was a challenge.  Now I order a very small one or a child's and then remove the top bun and then I usually only end up eating about 1/2 of it.

 

6.  You will morn the loss of food--meaning there are things that you will always have a difficult time eating--for me it is anything that is deep fried, or breaded--just doesn't work for me.  You will also look around at other people eating and thing to yourself--Oh my god I used to eat that fast and that much food too.  In a short time you won't miss that habit at all.

 

7.  We deal with " head hunger. "   That means we really aren't hungry but our mind is telling us go ahead and eat.  You have to learn to overcome that. Your head will try to play tricks on you and you just have to learn how to deal with it and you will.

 

8.  You have to eat slowly and you are the last one to finish most of the time.

 

The Ugly things are: At least for me.

 

1.  After a couple of months I noticed I was loosing some of my hair in some places and I would see it in the drain of the shower.  Not everyone has this problem, and I promise you it does grow back.  So in the mean time since I already had thin hair I got a couple of cute wigs and wore the. Oh yes and my hair came back in naturally curly--I am not fond of my NOW curly hair.  It take some effort on my part to make it look like I want in the mornings.

 

2.  I suffered from constipation and so I talked to the people on the board and found out that a lot of people use Miralax.  Eating a lot of protein causes that sometimes. So that is just what I do to stay regular--take Miralax.  I use one scoop everyday in my protein drink in the morning.  It is not habit forming and that is how I managed that.

 

3.  You may have gas, so keep some Gas-X on hand to use if you do.

 

The GOOD things are:

 

1.  I am off 99% of the medication I was taking before the surgery.  I only take my thyroid medication now and that is only 1/4 of what I use to take.

 

2.  I NO longer have High Blood pressure.

 

3.  I am healthy, happy and have such a high energy level.

 

4.  I can walk forever and my leg and back no longer hurts.

 

5.  You will ask yourself why didn't I do this 20 years ago.

 

6.  If you look at this as a tool and NOT a miracle cure you will be fine.

 

7.  You have to participate with you success by eating healthy foods and doing some kind of exercise.

 

8.  You will have to buy ALL new clothes, only buy a few when you first start losing, you can get by with a few pair of pants and tops.  When you get to where you want to go then buy more.  Donate you large size clothing or give it to someone who can use it.  They will really appreciate it.

 

9.  It is a life changing event that will give you more joy and happiness that you have ever known.

 

Thanks for asking these questions.  I don't think you can find a better doctor or facility that Dr. Aceves and his team.

 

Suzanne

 

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In a message dated 1/4/2010 11:05:07 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, babys_moogirl2000@... writes:

 

My father and I would like to have the sleeve procedure perfromed by Dr. Aceves. We are interested in finding out as much information as possible.I have read many of the posts here and would like any other information that anyone is willing to offer. We would like to know the " good, the bad, and the ugly " of this procedure.This procedure seems to be the best fit for both of us, but would just like all the information possible. What better way than to get information from people who have experienced this procedure.Thanks to all who reply. We wish you the best of luck in your journey.

[Guest guest]

Hi Tonya,

I think it will slow down at some point..that's why we are in the " honeymoon "

period..I've heard that how long the honeymoon lasts is different for everyone.

I will be nine weeks tomorrow and am down 42lbs. I think everyone is different

w/their loss and I think some of that depends on how much you have to lose...I

am doing my best to keep it very low carb until I get to my goal weight and

maximize this time when we are loosing at a pretty good rate. Best of luck to

you!!!!!

I keep telling myself that success= lots of good little decisions

We can do this!!

>

> hey guys, i had my sleeve on may 21st. just wondering if there is anyone

outthere that can kinda tell me where they were wt loss wise at like 9 weeks

out. I feel like i am kind of behind. I have done well but just kinda scared

the wt loss is goona slow down. Help!!!!

>

[Guest guest]

Hi,

I just went back and checked my records--I have had a sleeve for almost 3 years now. So in the first 9 weeks I lost 30 pounds. PLEASE don't judge your weight loss by anyone else--we all lose at different rates. Men lose faster than women, it also has to do with your age, how much exercise you are doing. I also had a time where I went for 9 days and had NO weight loss. We call those stalls and you may have more than one of those in your weight loss journey.

Keep doing what you know is right when it comes to eating. I hope you find this helpful.

Hugs,

Suzanne

In a message dated 7/31/2011 1:10:55 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, tbrown0407@... writes:

hey guys, i had my sleeve on may 21st. just wondering if there is anyone outthere that can kinda tell me where they were wt loss wise at like 9 weeks out. I feel like i am kind of behind. I have done well but just kinda scared the wt loss is goona slow down. Help!!!!

[Guest guest]

I recommend, three meals, and two snacks.

What are others doing?

Larmour MSRD,CNSC,CDE

Northridge Hospital

Medical Center

18300 Roscoe Blvd.

Northridge,Ca 91328

(818)885-8500 x3893

stephanie.sanders@...

From:

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Sent: Monday, August 22, 2011 1:02

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To:

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sleeve

what is everyone recommending in regarding to

meal/snack frequency with sleeve patients? 3-4 meals per day?

TIA

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I recommend 3 meals and 1-2 snacks per day but let them know that they will discover what works best for them. There's never one best way to structure a diet for everyone. I have seen anywhere from 3-6 meals work, depending on the person and of course there ability to find what helps them control the caloric intake best.Sent from my iPhoneOn Aug 22, 2011, at 4:01 PM, "jat8780" <nutritionjenn@...> wrote:

what is everyone recommending in regarding to meal/snack frequency with sleeve patients? 3-4 meals per day?

TIA

[Guest guest]

I typically recommend 3 meals and 1-2 high quality, portion controlled snacks depending on daily routine for each individual – i.e. up late, high activity, shift worker, etc. Margeaux Maniatis, BASc, RD | Registered Clinical Dietitian Surgical Weight Loss Centre www.swlc.ca Phone: 905.278.8000 x.230 | Toll-free: 1.888.278.7952 | Fax: 905.275.1582Locations: Mississauga, Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary | 1413 Hurontario Street Mississauga ON L5G 3H5 Lap-Band and Gastric Balloon Programs | Lose weight | Improve your health | Achieve life-long weight loss success Follow SWLC Information contained in this email, and any attachments, is not intended to represent and is not to be relied upon as medical advice, which may only be provided by a physician. Further, this email, and none of its contents or attachments, in any way creates a physician/patient relationship between the sender and the recipient. This email, and any attachments, are confidential and intended only for the addressee. If you received this message in error, or are not the intended recipient, do not use any information in the email, or any of the attachments. Please inform us immediately of the erroneous delivery by return mail or email. Thank you for your cooperation. From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of , - NHMC-RBSent: Monday August 22, 2011 4:03 PM Subject: RE: sleeve I recommend, three meals, and two snacks. What are others doing? Larmour MSRD,CNSC,CDE Northridge Hospital Medical Center 18300 Roscoe Blvd. Northridge,Ca 91328 (818)885-8500 x3893 stephanie.sanders@... From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of jat8780Sent: Monday, August 22, 2011 1:02 PM Subject: sleeve what is everyone recommending in regarding to meal/snack frequency with sleeve patients? 3-4 meals per day?TIA

[Guest guest]

I agree with this statement. We suggest 3 meals + 3 snacks however the majority

of patients end up only consuming 2 snacks (skipping AM) as they usually have

poor appetites in the mornings thus only eating breakfast mid-morning.

Kaouk, P.Dt.

Royal Hospital

Montreal, QC

[Guest guest]

I am considering getting sleeved......but since it is a relatively new surgery

what will the results be in say 10 years.....will we still be enamored?

Sent from my iPad

[Guest guest]

Fernvega,

Have you received many replies from this posting?

I did my research about a year ago and found that the "gastric sleeve gastrectomy" has been done for many years on patients with stomach cancers, ulcers (before they treated with antibiotics) and other stomach conditions. There is a large population of people living into their old age and experiencing the side effect of weightloss. I wish I had studies and numbers to quote. I had that a year ago when I was making that decision. But google it and find your numbers. They also started performing the sleeve for those patients with 40+ bmi's where surgery for bypass was too risky due to health, and with the hopes of getting their health back and then converting. So many lost their weight the convertion wasn't necessary.

Do your research and let us know what you find. Good luck.

Sleeve

I am considering getting sleeved......but since it is a relatively new surgery what will the results be in say 10 years.....will we still be enamored?Sent from my iPad

[Guest guest]

Thank you very much.....Sent from my iPadOn Oct 1, 2011, at 12:44 PM, "kspencer67" <kspencer67@...> wrote:

Fernvega,

Have you received many replies from this posting?

I did my research about a year ago and found that the "gastric sleeve gastrectomy" has been done for many years on patients with stomach cancers, ulcers (before they treated with antibiotics) and other stomach conditions. There is a large population of people living into their old age and experiencing the side effect of weightloss. I wish I had studies and numbers to quote. I had that a year ago when I was making that decision. But google it and find your numbers. They also started performing the sleeve for those patients with 40+ bmi's where surgery for bypass was too risky due to health, and with the hopes of getting their health back and then converting. So many lost their weight the convertion wasn't necessary.

Do your research and let us know what you find. Good luck.

Sleeve

I am considering getting sleeved......but since it is a relatively new surgery what will the results be in say 10 years.....will we still be enamored?Sent from my iPad

[Guest guest]

Yes ...I too found out it was done quite awhile back ,on a patient with cancer.......2 very dear persons to me died of stomach Cancer and they had this surgery performed........I Keep thinking what if I get stomach cancer...whAt will be left to be removed? This is an elective surgery for me...for them it was not.... This may sound stupid....but that is my primary fear......of course I am severely overweight.....high blood pressure...and all....and I am probably a walking time bomb....But This majoooor what if ..haunts me........I am 45 years old and want a new lease on life......Sent from my iPadOn Oct 1, 2011, at 12:44 PM, "kspencer67" <kspencer67@...> wrote:

Fernvega,

Have you received many replies from this posting?

I did my research about a year ago and found that the "gastric sleeve gastrectomy" has been done for many years on patients with stomach cancers, ulcers (before they treated with antibiotics) and other stomach conditions. There is a large population of people living into their old age and experiencing the side effect of weightloss. I wish I had studies and numbers to quote. I had that a year ago when I was making that decision. But google it and find your numbers. They also started performing the sleeve for those patients with 40+ bmi's where surgery for bypass was too risky due to health, and with the hopes of getting their health back and then converting. So many lost their weight the convertion wasn't necessary.

Do your research and let us know what you find. Good luck.

Sleeve

I am considering getting sleeved......but since it is a relatively new surgery what will the results be in say 10 years.....will we still be enamored?Sent from my iPad

[Guest guest]

I can totally understand your concerns and no it doesn't sound stupid at all to think that way. It is totally valid and we all have different fears going into this. Sometimes we worry ourselves with the "what if's" as this is what our brain is trained to do, WORRY. Anything in life can happen at any given time. You could also harm your health just as much by being overweight. Trust me, once you have the surgery, are completely healed and losing the weight, all those worries go out the window. You will feel and look fabulous!!!

CC: To: From: fernvega@...Date: Sun, 2 Oct 2011 08:55:31 -0700Subject: Re: Sleeve

Yes ...I too found out it was done quite awhile back ,on a patient with cancer.......2 very dear persons to me died of stomach Cancer and they had this surgery performed........I Keep thinking what if I get stomach cancer...whAt will be left to be removed? This is an elective surgery for me...for them it was not.... This may sound stupid....but that is my primary fear......of course I am severely overweight.....high blood pressure...and all....and I am probably a walking time bomb....But This majoooor what if ..haunts me........I am 45 years old and want a new lease on life......Sent from my iPad

On Oct 1, 2011, at 12:44 PM, "kspencer67" <kspencer67@...> wrote:

Fernvega,

Have you received many replies from this posting?

I did my research about a year ago and found that the "gastric sleeve gastrectomy" has been done for many years on patients with stomach cancers, ulcers (before they treated with antibiotics) and other stomach conditions. There is a large population of people living into their old age and experiencing the side effect of weightloss. I wish I had studies and numbers to quote. I had that a year ago when I was making that decision. But google it and find your numbers. They also started performing the sleeve for those patients with 40+ bmi's where surgery for bypass was too risky due to health, and with the hopes of getting their health back and then converting. So many lost their weight the convertion wasn't necessary.

Do your research and let us know what you find. Good luck.

Sleeve

I am considering getting sleeved......but since it is a relatively new surgery what will the results be in say 10 years.....will we still be enamored?Sent from my iPad

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In the unlikely event that you did have stomach cancer, you could live even with a full gastrectomy - not the most wonderful prospect, but possible. However, keep in mind that the greater likelihood is that you will become disabled, ill, or dead as the result of stroke, heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, etc. related to obesity ... stomach cancer is a much more remote possibility, and there are a number of cancers (breast cancer among them) also linked to obesity - which you will reduce your risk of developing when you lose weight.

All surgery is a risk, and it is smart to be aware of possible downsides, but you also need to consider the risks involved with NOT having surgery.Best Wishes,Margo(At goal, 124 pounds down, 19 months post-op)

On Sun, Oct 2, 2011 at 8:55 AM, Fernvega <fernvega@...> wrote:

 

Yes ...I too found out it was done quite awhile back ,on a patient with cancer.......2 very dear persons to me died of stomach Cancer and they had this surgery performed........I Keep thinking what if I get stomach cancer...whAt will be left to be removed?   This is an elective surgery for me...for them it was not....       This may sound stupid....but that is my primary fear......of course I am severely overweight.....high blood pressure...and all....

and I am probably a walking time bomb....But This majoooor what if ..haunts me........I am 45 years old and want a new lease on life......Sent from my iPadOn Oct 1, 2011, at 12:44 PM, " kspencer67 " <kspencer67@...> wrote:

 

Fernvega,

Have you received many replies from this posting? 

 

I did my research about a year ago and found that the " gastric sleeve gastrectomy " has been done for many years on patients with stomach cancers, ulcers (before they treated with antibiotics) and other stomach conditions.  There is a large population of people living into their old age and experiencing the side effect of weightloss.  I wish I had studies and numbers to quote.  I had that a year ago when I was making that decision.  But google it and find your numbers.  They also started performing the sleeve for those patients with 40+ bmi's where surgery for bypass was too risky due to health, and with the hopes of getting their health back and then converting.  So many lost their weight the convertion wasn't necessary.  

 

Do your research and let us know what you find.  Good luck. 

 

 

Sleeve

 

I am considering getting sleeved......but since it is a relatively new surgery what will the results be in say 10 years.....will we still be enamored?Sent from my iPad