Hi Paula...Well, I am not very far out from having my surgery; but I did have the VBG on May 24, 2005. So, it is almost 3 months now and I have lost 40 lbs. I am now slowing down with the weight loss, but have just started water exercises 3 times a week and the other days, I walk. I know there are people out there who have lost more in this period of time...especially those who had the RYN. However, I didn't put all the weight on in 3 months, plus I have had mega medical problems over the last 15 years and the doctors (3 of them) felt this was the route I needed to go or I would be on the other side within the next 3 to 5 years. I must say, I have not felt this good in years and I am now off blood pressure meds, which I have been on for years. My diabetic meds have been cut in half. When I entered the hospital, I was on 13 different kinds of meds each day and I am now down to three plus my vitamins. The surgeon told me prior to my surgery that if I follow the nutrition guide and exercise, I should be able to loose approximately 1/3 of my weight in about a year and a half. Which means I have 100 lbs. to go and I know I can do it. Maybe not in a year, but I will do it! So...as you can see, in this short time, I am really pleased with results as it has given me a new lease on life. I wish you well with your surgery and if I can answer any questions, please let me know. Eileen

i am having my surgery date oct 25 /2005. I was just wondering what the results were from having it done?? was the loss of the weight what u exspected , did u lose i fast/slow?? How much were u able to lose and how long did it take u to lose it? Iam excited and can't wait, i know the pros and cons of this surgery i am just looking for results from from people. the internet is a great thing. thank you all for the replys in advance. Paula [email protected]

Hello All! I am considering having a revision to my VBG. I had this surgery 8 years ago and went from 540 to 342 pounds. Today, I am at 342 pounds. I just can't seem to loose anymore. I have failed this surgery as I am able to eat like I used to. No I did hurt my pouch, i still get sick if i don't chew or eat too fast...anyhow, to make a long story short I am wondering if there is anyone else out there like me? You had the VBG and dropped some weight, then after time are gaining it back slowly but surely! Thanks to all!

Congrats are due to both of you ladies I hope that you have continues success allways

Hi Everyone, I apologize...it's been a while since I checked in with my VBG buddies, but it really is true that weightloss changes your life. I am really getting out there and participating in life instead of sitting on the sidelines. I am so grateful for this surgery. I know it has made me a more active person and I truly am happier! I was always a content person, but now I am truly happy and I look forward to each new day Also my weightloss isn't over yet. I thin****ep expecting it to just stop, but it doesn't. I have lost another 7 pounds since I last weighed in for a total of -119. I still want to get to goal of 175 which means another 62 pounds to go. I must say I can't keep shopping like this though. All this weightloss is keeping me broke because I have to keep buying clothes. Thank goodness for friends who have clothes to give me. Just something to add to the very short list of the downsides of surgery LOL!!! So how is everyone doing? What's new? Big hugs, Sara 356/237/175