I had my surgery on 11/6/09.. weighed 321 today I am at 255.  I have a large port with 11cc.  Just had my adj last week.  I was hoping to be down much more than this, but I am thankful I have done this thus far.  I notice though that I can't seem to drink water.  It will not stay down.  I can drink Crystal Lite, tea, or anything like that just no****er.  Did you have this problems like this?  Is this normal? 

Hi there!

I feel your pain! I have been taking Biotin, and Zinc for my hair. It doesnt stop the hair from failing out but it helps the new hair coming in.

I have been taking it for about 4 weeks now, and have notice the diffrence with the hair shedding.

I was also told that the hair shedding has to take its course. Some folks get short styles, but i just keep my hair wash and conditioned.

Good luck to you!

My surgery was 11-2-09, my starting weight was 350lbs but I lost 49lbs pre-surgery making my starting weight 301lbs. At my six month post-op visit I had lost 110lbs and have currently lost 3 additional lbs putting my total weight loss 162lbs. Currently I weigh 188lbs, my goal weight is 170lbs which will put my BMI in the normal range. But my dietician was like I will definitely lose more and fall below 170lbs since most people continue to lose up until 18months out.
Starting Body Composition: BMI 50.2; Fat% 57; Fat Mass/Excess 197.5lbs; Muscle Mass 149lbs....Current Body Composition: BMI 27.1; Fat% 35.2; Fat Mass/Excess 67.5lbs; Muscle Mass 124lbs
I am addicted to smart pop mini bag kettle corn. I recently completed a half marathon (13.1miles) in 4hrs 8mins 38secs and am training for another one in October. I can run a 9min mile and dedicate at least 3hrs day to exercise and weight training.

No complications.....never even dumped once or ever had vomitting and nausea. Blood work is good, except for potassium which I'm taking supplements for and following up with kidney specialist to see why its low...never had a problem b4 surgery.

I got RNY surgery November 30th 2009, I have been doing well i believe on the weight loss I am down over 100 lbs! I am still having a hard time making myself take the vitamins! But that is a work in progress. Along with that getting in the necessary liquids a day is taxing! but I drink and drink and try to increase day by day.

My problem is protein, I try to get enough protein in from food alone because I have yet to find a protein shake or any protein supplement that I can stomach. they are too sweet or too thick.

My problem is my hair is falling out really bad, every day handfuls of my hair are falling out and I used to have REALLY thick hair and it is freaking me out! I know its because I need more protein but is their a vitamin that will help aid in hair growth?

I have yet to find a bald spot but I keep freaking out about it and my family says it isn't as bad as I think it is but again like I said I am freaking out!

If anyone has went through this, or going through this please help me out! Thanks

hey fellow Novemberers! lol just wanted to check in. its been 6 months already can you believe it? i cant! how much have you lost? what are your favorite foods? favorite WoW moment? any complications?

i had my surgery Nov. 11th i have lost 103lbs!! i never thought i could do it, im half way to my goal weight!!!

i have been recently obsessed with crustless quiche, and egg salad.

my favorite wow moment happened today! i went to get something for my mom for mothers day i tried on a few pairs of jeans and they were all to big!!! it was the first time i have been able to go into a dressing room, come out look in the mirror and actually SEE that something was to big on me i was extatic!

ive had a few complications due to a stricture, ick! spent a few weeks in the hospital till they were able to open my stomach opening back up and my symptoms went away. 

I'd love to see how far everyone has come!!!