I had part of my stomach removed due to a complication during surgery...consequently, my stomach was not as small as they normally make them...which means, I am losing a lot slower than most. bummer! But, no problems...other than the slow weight loss!! Jeannie

Just wondering if any of you that have been just stapled, as opposed to transected, have had any difficulties, staple line disruption or weight gain after your WLS?

How much have you lost? I am down 45 pounds which is good seeing that I just got to my sweet spot this week. I have had every complication associated with the band, turned port, infected port, removed and later replaced port. So I feel I'm doing Great how about all of you?

Cassie we were told absolutely no aspirin, but we are allowed to take Tylenol products (including the cold remedy ones). Your surgeon should have provided you will a list of all medications which are prohibited for the rest of your life- I know mine gave me 2 typewritten pages of them. Very extensive list. Without a stomach, we are not producing enzymes and any anti-inflamatories could eat away at the delicate "pouch". This is what I was told. Maybe a nurse or medical person online can go into more detail. Good luck! Tootsie

Well I just had to join the multi re-birth club. I'm another May 11th. And what a ride the past year has been. Wouldn't have traded it for anything. I started off bigger than most of you, but I'm no less proud and excited to be where I am now. Started at 410 pounds and I've lost 157 pounds so far. Still have about 80 to go, but I'll get there. I just wanted to wish all my fellow "sisters" a happy day and congratulations on all your success. May 11, 2004 was definitely a great day for all of us. Stephanie