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on 9/1/22 12:52 pm - Irvine, CA
Topic: RE: Help! Surgery date scheduled 9/14/22 - I need encouragement

Hi Kimmy and welcome to OH!

I am over 20 yrs post op and I can tell you that this decision was the best one I ever made, even given the fact I have faced regain over the years. All you need to remember is that your surgery is a TOOL. How you work that tool is up to you and how successful you will be. To be successful build your "toolbox" with key components that will help you achieve and maintain your maximum weight loss such as a support system (online and in person), finding healthier alternatives, focusing on portion control, and using meal prep to plan your meals.

Remember that you are going to need to maximize your weight loss during the first 12-16 months, so steer clear of simple carbs and alcohol. Alcohol is a big issue where people find that they regain because they are drinking their calories.

Best of luck to you. Keep us updated once you are home.

KimmyCakes624
on 9/1/22 11:52 am
VSG on 09/14/22
Topic: Help! Surgery date scheduled 9/14/22 - I need encouragement

Hi everyone. I'm new to the boards (kinda) and I need serious encouragement. My surgery date is scheduled for 9/14/22 (after being rescheduled from June 29 and August 10). This is the most serious decision regarding a voluntary surgery I have ever made. The scheduled surgery is VSG. Today is my first day on the pre-op liquid diet. Please come in and encourage me with your success story, or how you overcame obstacles, anxiety about the surgery etc. It would be so much appreciated. Thank you!

ShandrewsCA
on 8/26/22 3:44 pm - Coeur D Alene, ID
Topic: RE: Error 404 every time I "search this forum"

I get the same error message too, very frustrating. I use Chrome.

Pre-RNY Weight: 280 lbs (09/14/05)

Lowest Post-Op Weight: 140 lbs

Starting Ozempic Weight: 180 lbs (08/26/22)

Week 1 Weight: 174 lbs (09/02/22)

Jenny A.
on 8/25/22 9:28 am
Topic: RE: None invasive esg revision

Wow. You are a rock star! Congrats!

White Dove
on 8/25/22 9:22 am - Warren, OH
Topic: RE: None invasive esg revision

No revision. When I have regain, I go to Weigh****chers. Currently 3 pounds above my 136 goal weight.

Real life begins where your comfort zone ends

Jenny A.
on 8/25/22 7:48 am
Topic: RE: None invasive esg revision

Thank you.

Did you have revision done?

White Dove
on 8/25/22 7:45 am - Warren, OH
Topic: RE: None invasive esg revision

Most people lose about 20 pounds with a revision. That is due to a liquid diet before and after the surgery. Before revision the stomach can hold at least the volume of a 2-liter bottle of soda. After revision the stomach is the size of a magic marker. We learn how to put enough food into the tiny stomach so that we gain weight. The revision makes the sleeve a little smaller, but we already know how to outeat the small stomach. The only way to keep the weight off is to eat less than you burn.

Real life begins where your comfort zone ends

Jenny A.
on 8/22/22 4:19 am
Topic: RE: New here, looking for online support buddies struggling with obesity

Hi. I cant believe that here I am 7 years later after my sleeve looking into a revision. :( I gained 52 pounds of 75 pounds that I lost.

Looking into ESG none invasive revision. Has anyone one had revisions here? Has anyone heard about esg none invasive procedure?

Thx

Jenny A.
on 8/22/22 4:04 am
Topic: None invasive esg revision

Hello. Has anyone had this revision and what is your experience?

Appy93
on 8/18/22 3:16 pm
Topic: RE: New here, looking for online support buddies struggling with obesity

Hi, thank you so much for responding and for your kindness. Sure, will join the thread on RNY. Thanks for letting me know:)

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