BE WARNED!!! SIDE EFFECTS of Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG) WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY!
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- Опубліковано 17 чер 2024
- I need to share my experience with VSG Weight Loss Surgery side effects, so that others will know what they are really getting into. Don't say you haven't been warned.
Just the negatives this time... Dizziness if i don't hydrate and replace electrolytes, a little loose skin. I'm Cold a lot, but have found that wool base-layers are a life saver. Restaurant wait staff service, may be lousy since you don't order much to eat or drink. Kidding aside, the clothing budget is a killer, Pretty sure Ive spent well over $1,000 on new clothing. Its not just shirts and pants. its coats, underwear, shoes (yes, my feet shrunk a size, as my arches raised back up). i have not lost significant hair like many others, but its a big risk. Start your biotin supplements right when you begin preop diet, not after surgery, stay away from grocery store vitamins, and purchase a high end $35 per month+ multi vitamin. Acid reflux is a huge risk. It didn't affect me, but it might you, picking the right doctor who performs the Inverted Sleeve will reduce (not eliminate) the risk here. Another negative side effect... Don't become a horrible person. I've observed a few post op patients who have been big their whole lives, and for some reason feel the need to become condescending, proud, arrogant, and feel the need to redirect all of the hurt that we've collected all of the years back at others. Don't criticize what people eat, how much they exercise, or tell people how they need to do something about their weight. Be kind to everyone.
Scott Farkus VSG Thanks. My surgery is April 11th. Im so nervous. I keep thinking im going to mess up after surgery.
helpful Scott! I'm about 16 months out and the cold all the time is the hardest thing by far. I by clothes on eBay and at Goodwill so that's how I deal with that :) I'd point out that not everyone experiences all these effects - and even if they do this is still worth it -hands down - it beats the crap out of being extremely overweight.
You look great and I love your advice!! I hope I don’t change the person I am.
My mom had R&Y and her dentures became too loose. She didn't get them refitted (or new ones made) and wound up losing too much weight because she couldn't chew. So, if you have dentures, eye glasses, or other prosthetic bits, make sure to set money aside to have those refitted.
Everyone is different man, my friend for the most part has had minimal side effects and problems. He is around 5’11 and weighed 428, he’s now down to 268. He said it’s worth it, no regrets. It’s all about doing things right, following the plan. I am about 6’1 316 right now, got my orientation soon, I’m going through with it, hopefully 180-220 lbs by the end, I’ll be happy. Thanks for sharing your experience, I appreciate it.
I truly believe this surgery saved my life. I’ve lost 150 lbs. ❤️🙏🏻
Congratulations 👑🎉
Exactly..everyone is different too.
.maybe but I bet there are better alternatives
I love ur channel 🥰 has help me a lot .
I watched and laughed along with this video pre-op and made a note to myself to re-watch this when I got to 6 months post-op. Well here I am....6 months out, down 132 since start of my 2-week pre-op diet (112 since surgery itself), and every damn thing in this video rings true. The lack of hunger, the lack of sweating, the being cold all of a sudden, not needing my CPAP anymore, not being afraid to sit in chairs, not being winded through normal activity, my wife being able to hug me all the way around, improved romantic relations, etc. I am so happy to be able to empathize with all these "side effects"!!! Thank you for helping motivate me.
Congratulations on your progress! Truly a life changer. :)
Lolzzz
The titles scared me at first, because I'm seeking to have bariatric surgery. I skipped over the video several times, but then something told me to go ahead and watch it and I'm glad that I did watch it, because I thoroughly enjoyed this video!
Thanks, don't be afraid to watch the warning videos. In fact, watch as many as you can find. it's important to be well informed, and know and understand the risks and recovery thoroughly. I had read so posts about recovery, that my expectations were set, and there were no surprises.
The stuff he’s complaining about? We all went through it.
Literally same experience
C. King - I was just about to say the exact same thing!
I’m scheduled for surgery new year’s eve (8 days from now) and DESPITE adding this vid to my playlist TWO WEEKS AGO, I had to work up the nerve to click on this video!!!
Once I saw the length and title, I really thought “Omg! I see this man looks fantastic and healthy but I’m scared shitless he’s gonna tell me something HORRIBLE that will TERRIFY me!?!?!??”
I wish I watched this video FIRST!!!
I hope he reposts this vid with an alternate title just to see what it draws in! ♥️♥️♥️♥️☺️😍😉👍
@@artisanshrew How did your surgery go? How are you doing?
I'm a female but it's nice hearing a male's perspective on having the surgery. Thank u
i just had the sleeve surgery Oct 4,2018 I have so many emotions. Ive been watching video after video some are good some not so good. but this one I enjoyed and needed to hear. On day of surgery I went in 287lbs and as of today only a few weeks Oct 21,2018 259lbs. I wish all those who has or is going to get the sleeve surgery all the best.
Got mine done on the same day. Good luck to you.
lakisha battle-oldwine I watch so many videos about vsg I’m just getting myself ready for this I’m 260 goal 170/180
Happy Life if you follow the instructions from your surgeon and nutritionist, you will do just fine.
Happy Life it’ll work, I’ve seen people drop a good amount, but once you start cheating and going back to old habits, every single pound goes back on. Seen that too many times.
Happy Life I haven’t had the surgery yet, it will be around February-March depending on how fast my insurance approves. They already sent me the vitamins though so I can get used to taking them. My friend had the sleeve done, and he didn’t experience hair loss, the important thing is to take everything as instructed, very important.
Scott, I've watched so many videos about VSG, and I must admit that your video had me captivated. The title lured me in, and I was ready to hear all the bad, but contrary, it was like music in my ear. Thanks for sharing!!
What a sweet person you are. Thank you for your transparency and vulnerability. I’m preparing to get sleeved and this video helps me to know what to expect. May God bless you, your wife and kids as you make years of wonderful memories together!
You are sooooooo positive without being annoying! You’r outlook and personality is +++! Congrats on your success! I’m 6 weeks down and already lost 48 pounds.... can’t wait to be in the 100’s! PS also congrats, you’re now a Dilf.... haha
Hallelooyer!! Finally a positive video about VSG. I've been approved for surgery and after having EGD this coming Friday I will see doc and get my surgery date. So many videos I've watched are whiney and negative. In 45 mins, give or take a few, you have addressed EVERY question I could have EVER asked. Thank you, thank you, thank you for the positive vibes! I'm now ready to get this show on the road!
I can relate to every single side effect and I must say it's a blessing. I had mine 2yrs ago, lost 130lbs and have no regrets. Thanks for this video.
Hey how u been after surgery do u get acid reflux weight gain
Actually u got rid of every single proplem cuz of obesity in short u can say u get a new life .... so if these are sides effects then i want my new life ...
Had last appt. today and started liquid phase before surgery. Scheduled for surgery next week..... keep me in your prayers and thank you.
moonpie98 how ya doing?
Hope your well I am 38 days out of surgery zero regretS. Its no joke I cannott overeat it like a built in failsafe if you do you get major acid reflux at least I do. Be careful of drinking you will have very little tolerance and can get drunk on a 1/10 of what you may have ever drank in past. Stay on aggresive diet because YES you can stretch the band ans put it all back on. Rheir arent ant videos from people that stretched the band and put it all back. I dont think you do this easily it would be pizzas but candy and ice cream is still easy to digest as the uogurt and protein shakes. On protein shake check carbs some are loaded with them some that tasye just as good have only 6grams
@@kmcd5951 how you doing now bro. ? It's been 8 months
Thank you for sharing your experience. I plan to get the surgery this new year.
Can you tell me how this went? Really interested
3 years later and this video is still helping people. I had all but made up my mind to get a sleeve but hearing you talk about enjoying exercise reinforces thr decision. I used to LOVE moving when I was younger and I really miss it. Anyway thanks!
Man you knocked this right out the park. I’m in the process of getting my VSG, and just hearing you explain all the things that we go thru being bigger people really makes me see that I’m on the right path. Thanks for the honesty man. Keep up the good work.
I’m just a few days away from my scheduled surgery. My wife is giving me a really hard time already against it, but I believe I need this so much I’m going against her wishes. That being said this video really helped me get rid of some of that negativity she’s bringing on me. Thank you, I’m ready for surgery!
Why? Is she afraid you will look great and she will lose you to another woman. The problem seems with her. Fuck her wishes. This is your health. Maybe she is not worth it. . .
You definitely have to do it for you. This is about you and your health and that’s important. It’s time for you to invest in yourself and get back into the game of life. I’m 10 months out and this was the best decision for me. It’s a challenge but it was necessary for me. I don’t regret it and I’m happy healthy and hopeful for my future. Be blessed and happy always. You deserve it
@patrickcuratola7874 how are you doing now? I hope your wife has realized how important this step was for you-and her. Stay strong!
@@jvjdrn I’m like 10-11 weeks out from surgery and I’m doing well! It hasn’t been easy, I’ve always been a fast eater so breaking that habit has made things harder then they already are. My wife is still bitter, and she seems to refuse to compliment me on my weight loss. And any time I don’t feel good after I eat she’s quick to rub it in my face. It’s been a lot of adjustments, but I am very happy I stood my ground and did this for me. I just believed with all my heart it was what’s best for me. Still got a ways to go, I am down at least 40 pounds… but again it’s been very challenging, as well as rewarding.
I had VSG in 2013. I have had very little side effects. I get heartburn more than I used to. Eating really dense foods i.e. bread, beef short ribs etc. results in heartburn. I haven't had any weight gain. My appetite is reduced but that is what I wanted. The gains from the surgery far outweigh the negatives.
Happy Life do it! Don’t let anyone discourage you by saying you should lose on your own, blah blah, most of them have never been fat or know how difficult it is for some of us to lose the weight. What matters is that you’re making the change to lose weight because no one is going to do it for you. I have two more nutritional classes to go, my psych eval and hopefully I get my surgery date around February-March. Let me know if you have any questions. 🙂
I would like to get the sleeve. I had a Doctor appointment today and i mentioned it to my Doctor and she said i should look into the side affects. But that on my next Doctor appointment she will talk to me more about it. And said it's a 6 months process.
I will be 80 yrs old on my next birthday. Had the sleeve several years ago, after lap band didn't work out. Have never regretted my decision. Each person is different. It's trail and error. And, mostly common sense. The best advise I can give is take lot's of vitamins and drink lot's of water for your skin. I weighed 132 and now weigh 120. Picture is 2 yrs old. Good luck and hugs to all of you.
janice brown
Good to hear, congrats!. my band failed and was removed,now i’m heavier than i was before the band and it’s so depressing. considering the sleeve but scared of the same side effects of the band. how long did you have the band, did you regain all your weight after it and how long have you had the sleeve?
@@nicholasmburu1198 What were the side effects from the band that you are afraid of?
Wow! Just wow! Even being female, I can relate to almost all of this. Almost 25 years being morbidly obese, I have had enough. It's going to cost me a shed load of money, but I have decided enough is enough. I want to make the most of the rest of my life & see my daughter grow up. Fairground rides, sweating and disability all impacted by my inability to stop shovelling junk in my face. I never feel full, am always hungry and when I'm not eating, I'm sobbing my eyes out over my lack of control. Consultation in 16 days and I'm nervous as heck BUT your video has inspired me. Thank you so much for sharing & congratulations on your new life and continued hard work. Big thumbs up to your wife too. I doubt you could have done it without her support and love. Thank you x
I feel the same exact way..
I loved your video i am may 21,2019 4 years post op, i was 258 before vsg, i am age 61 now 5"2 tall i stay between 117-120. i Was a size 3x before sizes 26 .28. Big clothes i stay around. size 8 petite some 10s. I love my sleeve. I mess up. But i will not go back to where i was !!! i am off Five meds a cpap. I still watch videos. I still attend weight loss seminars. I have journaled from day 1 still do on my second. Journal. I also have a seperate Gratitude journal. I feel blessed.God bless you on your life long Journey, we do this to take Back our lives and Health!! I still use protein drink some!! lots of water. No carbonation ever
Hey Scott thank you for not cursing and raising your voice your voice is very smooth which makes watching all you video a pleasure I am in the final stage of my journey thank you so much for all the information 👏👏👏👏
5 years post gastric sleeve procedure for me. It was one of the best decisions I ever made in my life. At my heaviest I was 390, now I’m at a healthy 225 at 6’. You’ll be able to eat more after a year, so you’ll still need to watch your eating habits. I had skin removal surgery and that was very tougher go through but it was worth it.
This was the best video about weight loss surgery that I have watched. I have watched dozens in preparation for my upcoming procedure. You give such a human, understanding perspective! I related to everything you mentioned about being obese. I can only hope to be a successful as you. Thank you for sharing your story and I would love to hear more from you!
Thanks Scott. I'm booked in to get my sleeve done in 63 days in Australia. I've watched a lot of these types of vids but this was the best that I have seen. Your pre sleeve stats are very similar to mine and I related to every point you made. This has helped me immensely. Congratulations and thank you.
Now to watch all your other vids.
Keep up the great work!
Yours are the most useful videos I've found to date. I'm doing my research at this point. Thank you!!
Keep the videos coming!!
Scott... thank you for sharing your experience with us all and in such a great way too... Great Video
Just watching your video here in August of 2019. I have been contemplating having the surgery and part of my personal process of evaluating anything is to gather information and listen to what people who have had the experience have to say. I have to say that your life experiences mirror mine, and I guess anyone who has been obese. All of the feelings that you have had (The Airplane especially), where spot on. My BMI is 54, I'm 59 years old and im just sick and tired of being fat. It makes me sad to be stuck in my own body, not being able to enjoy life as much as I see others do. I want to be able to have the intimacy that you describe with my wife. She is my life and I want to spend as much time with her as I can. Thank you for sharing your story, I wanted to let you know that your experiences and your insights have helped this person make an important decision in his life.
Hello, I'm also looking at the video. And I too are tired of carrying the unnecessary weight. This fat thing is kinda new, In terms of being small most of my life. Earlier years of course. 2017 my weight just jumped up so fast. WOW!!!! My husband and his family are small as well as my own family. My mother and my siblings. Tired of being the fattest one in the holidays pictures. Pray for me and I will definitely pray for you 🙏❤️
Carolyn Campbell How was it?
What a great video! Thank you for sharing your experience and learnings. I'm in the process of preparing for surgery later this year and this was really helpful
Hi Scott, I know it's been a few years since this video was made by I'm just getting ready for my surgery. Thank you so much for this video I needed it badly. Your story and side effects hit so so close to home. I relived them all as you were talking. You just pushed me right back into the state of mind I needed. So again Thank you and wish you continued success on your journey. Loved every minute of this video and it would make a great self help book for us trying to find our path. Take care, Boyd
Thank you for your candid message and honest talk!
Thank you so much for all the info. It’s really helpful in making a decision to move forward with surgery. Congratulations on your success
Very inspiring to watch, Scott. Just had my sleeve surgery 4 days ago and I'm so looking forward to loosing around 80 pounds and staying healthy for the rest of my life. You definitely have a new subscriber from Denmark now. :-)
So happy for you, and great luck with everything!
This is really honest and I appreciate these points mentioning out of a man's mouth! Hope that you are still well and enjoy your new life. :-)
OMG I’m so glad I found you! I’m having surgery in Sept and cannot wait …. But totally identify with much you say here and Thankyou so much for being so candid. I have a BIG chair phobia and looking forward to losing that one, and have learnt to sew so I can adjust clothes for a while at least. It’s MUCH easier to take things in than to expand them so my sewing machine is likely to get a workout!! I’m definitely going to go through your posts now x
Thanks for sharing. I am considering VSG and had skipped over your video, but I decided to just brace myself to hear all the negative things. Thanks for your honesty and great job!!!
Thanks so much for making this video. I've been watching other videos that have been helpful. Yours is the first one I've seen from the male perspective. Thanks again!
This is the best video I have seen thus far.
One of the best post-op experience videos I've seen. Thanks for sharing your journey! On my 2nd day post op so these 'experiential' videos are really helpful to prepare for similar situations I may encounter.
Thanks for the great video Scott! Very Helpful! Cheers!
Sir, you had me running all over UA-cam away from your video due to the titling 😁. I must say very informative, thank you for being open about your experiences.
Thanks so much Scott!!! You are doing great & look amazing.
Great video! A lot of what you covered is stuff I had thought about already, so it was nice to hear it from someone else’s perspective i.e thrift stores, amusement parks seats and overall energy ect. Congrats on your success, and I’m looking forward to getting my journey started. I’m 2 weeks post op, and already have noticed a difference in what seemed to be normal.
Simply the best video for side effects you just would not have thought of. I feel more knowledgeable and confident in my decision because I listen to your experiences. Thank you.
I hesitated to watch your video, but then I was pleasantly surprised. Thanks!
Thank you SO MUCH for sharing your experiences. I am having it done this summer, and you helped put my mind at ease.
Congratulations! Thanks for the video. I have a family member who is interested in getting this done and it has been amazing watching the videos shared❤️
Happy Surgaversary! Your commentary gave me so much realistic insight. I’m now one week post op and doing great. 17 pounds down!!!
vanessa wheeler How about a year checkup?
Love your honesty! Thanks for the information.
Super helpful. A lot of points I'd never heard before, thank you so much!
I just came across this video after watching low carb videos. I’m not looking for any surgery but I watched this entire video. It’s very good and funny, and I got a lot from it. Thanks!...and congratulations to you!! Good job!!
wow. I am considering this surgery and watching your positive video has made me feel so much better, I was very worried. i appreciate your calm demeanor and knowledge.glad I cam across this. Scott Farkus affair lol
This video literally brought tears to my eyes. Like others who’ve already commented, I saw this video and passed it up a few times because of the title, but I knew I needed to know everything I could before going forward with my choice to have a weight loss surgery done.
You are funny, endearing, informative, and adorable (Darth Vader impressions in bed XDD)
So far your video has been the ONLY video that mentioned the one thing that made me start my journey- my feet.
I have had plantar fasciitis for almost ten years. Nothing helps. It stalls me from everything in my life that would help me loose weight. I currently work three jobs and at the end of the day I can’t even play with my kids or clean my house.
This video will be the reason I go forward with my surgery.
This was very very informative. Im scheduled for next month and wanted to be aware of all the possible side effects. Everything you’ve said are things I’m willing to accept as side effects. Thank you so much for sharing your truth.
This is one of the most detailed and best videos on VSG. I really appreciate you taking the time to do this. Please do make more videos!
I'm having surgery in about a week, and I've seen so many videos of people's stories. But this was the best one yet ... loved the honesty and some of the small things you talked about, that people dont mention .
Such good advice! I'm 6 months post op and am down 75 pounds. You are so right about this being a tool. Keep going!
Wonderful talk. Needed to hear this stuff. Thank you.
Hello Scott from NYC. Thank you for sharing all this information. I just got the sleeve on Monday, and already feel much of what you state in the video. I am feeling very positive. I wish to thank you for your candidness in covering these key points, it has been really helpful to me and I find it very supportive tool to listen to you. You are a star! Cheers, Dave.
Thanks Dave,
Congratulations, and good luck on the journey! :)
Awesome Scott! I can relate to most of what you said about being obese and can’t wait to be able to look back at it like you are. Thanks for vlogging this.
My surgery is in June, 2019. I just started this process in December. I don’t know which procedure I’m having because I want to keep an open mind and choose, with the help of my surgeon, the one that is perfect for me. I loved watching your video, and hearing some of your tongue-n-cheek side effects. I am SO ready to experience them.
This was an outstanding video, it made me chuckle of the times! I wish you the best of luck in your new lifestyle
I’m in the process of getting this surgery and this video has been everything I been looking for. There is not a lot of video of men talking about the vsg well that I couldn’t find. But this one was great congratulations on your success and keep up the great work. thank you so much!
I am so glad I found this video! Totally didn’t expect it to be so positive and I Really really needed to hear this as I’m a few days away from my VSG. I have been a nervous wreck and have been having cold feet. So thank you for sharing this, helped me so much.
Congrats on your new journey may God continue to bless you! You look fabulous‼️🙂💕
Great vid, I am contemplating surgery but attending NHS dietitian first for 12 months. Still believe I will go down the same road as you have so really encouraged to listen to this “shocking” positive side effects.
Thank you for your sincerity and honesty. Great video. And congratulations🏆
Intelligently and sensitivity told. Thank you from the UK X
watched from start to finish, really enjoyed your chat..
I really appreciate your honesty. Thanks.
Thank you for the video, Scott. I'm looking at this surgery from the exact same age, dimensions, and family status. I hope I come through singing your same song in a year. Having been a cook, brewer, and enthusiastic participant in all things food and drink I am worried about how I will handle social situations. Creating, curating and consuming delectables has been what I do for fun for 20 years. Your video helps make the choice more clear. Time for some new hobbies!
thank you for this amazing discussion and tips! wow.
Man: great and informative video. Helpful, very helpful. Thanks.
Thank you!! Very good video! Very funny and sometimes sad but GREAT! God bless you and your journey!
Thank you for this video... my fiancé just had VSG done today and I’ve been feeling so scared and nervous because this is the first time I’ve ever seen him in a significant amount of pain but just seeing all the positive side effects of the surgery have helped me look forward to our future together... I really appreciate this video ☺️
Indigo If you don't mind me asking, how is your fiance doing? How are you both dealing with everything since surgery? My fiance is having VSG next month and I am a little worried about the pain and all the adjustments we will need to make. I just want to be as supportive as I can for him.
How was it?
Awesome video , such great information 😊
Loved your video. Thank you so much. I'm feeling a lot better about my decision. I have a 2 year old daughter and thinking of being able to ride rides at the amusement park has made me feel really happy. Again, thank you.
Wonderful video! I'm 9 days post-op. You are very inspiring. Thank you ❤
Thank you for this video! I am getting ready to have bariatric surgery and I was having a lot of time getting my mother to support the idea! I am her primary caretaker and honestly she was just very scared for me to do this I showed you her video and since then she has been very supportive She has never been an overweight person and I don't think she ever has thought about these things that we go through I think it gave her a different frame of mind, rather than just looking at the risks! Thank you!
Dont right yourself of so much some people are nice because they are returning the same attitude as yours but i get what you are saying. I was the same as you and im only 6 months post op and my emotions are all over the place atm and you reminded me that a lot of work still has to be done and why. i can see well how deep your pain is when you talk about your previous self and relate well to it but if you survived that you will be unstoppable now Great video keep them up and congrats on your hard work.
Thank you so much! Yours has been the best video for me in connection with gastric sleeve. This is what I’ll be getting and everything you’ve shared has been so happy for me to hear.
I am so ready for my blood pressure to go down. For my body to be only in my own space. For clothing store employees to be super nice to me for the first time ever. To be able to not have food consume my life anymore.
I think for men and women it’s so different. A restaurant is used to women not eating a lot. And taking food home. I love sushi and I can eat $50 worth by myself. And still be hungry. I cannot wait to actually be able to eat and just enjoy the food and savour it. And be done. I am so tired of feeling like I just am never full.
My highest weight was 330. I’m now at 285 and I just can’t seem to lose the weight. My bmi is 43. Im 5’10.
The only reason I am at this point and have decided on gastric sleeve is because my back is crumbling. I have arthritis and degenerative discs. I can’t exercise to lose weight anymore. And I use a cane to walk. I have tried intermittent fasting. Keto. Liquid only diets. I’m 38 and want to be around for my 9 year old son.
Thanks again for your video!
I loved this video, thank you so much for sharing xx
Thank you so much for your video; it was so very helpful! You have such a kind and calm demeanor and your delivery makes it very easy to listen to. Thank you for emphasizing how hard I will need to work to exercise and for saying, at the same time, that exercise will get much easier and even joyful!
It will get easier. Looks like this was from 1 month ago, so if you're in recovery... you've figured that out. but I have heard that the timing is different for everyone. Some people feel that fatigue and tired feeling for months and months. I have a friend that is going through her journey and it took a solid 5 months before it went away. I was fortunate enough to start feeling the energy come back with in 3 months, and I felt electrified from there.
I'm so glad I found this video. I have my op in 3 weeks. Thank you for sharing your experience so broadly. 😊
Thank you for telling the truth on important daily issues! ❤
I so appreciate your insights and advice. I think many of the effects you've mentioned aren't exclusive to males, so I will keep them in mind. Hope to have my surgery in a few months. Congratulations on your success and I hope you continue to reap the benefits of this life altering decision you've made. I can't wait to begin my journey. Good luck!
Best ever reflection on this change and a huge motivationto pull this.off for myself. ...I cannot wait for welcoming and appreciating the side effects of my surgery upcoming in summer. Thanks so much.
Excellent video. I'm two weeks away from surgery and looking forward to all these positive side effects. Thanks for sharing
Thank you. the best most relateable video I have seen
Hello Scott Farkus 👋 I just wanted to thank you for this video it was the most informative video on VSG I've ever seen. I wish you many blessings on your journey 🙏.
My pleasure! :)
I don't tell anybody anything. NOYB. I got such non-support from a few family members I just said forget it. I am taking it slow, this is a TOOL not a magic procedure. I am happy with 1-2 lb loss every 10 days. I did this to get my health back on track... Thanks to fellow UA-camrs who keep me motivated.
Lisa Gunnison I’m in the same boat. NONE of my family want me to get it. They think I’m being lazy and am thinking that the sleeve is an easy way out when it’s just the opposite. I, too, have just been bombarding myself with UA-cam videos. They say I’m not that big to begin with. I’m 75 lbs over my ideal weight for my height. They say there’s people out there bigger then me. No shit. That doesn’t magically make me thinner and healthier! I hope you are having good results.
this is my plan. NOYB B
Going on three years since my original post. For me, best decision I ever made. Age 61. I dodged a bullet and changed my life, learned much. No regret.
Hey you did a great job with this videos content! Thanks! I hope to find time to watch your other videos! ♥️
I have not had a procedure of any type yet. But I've been looking into different types for over a year now....
This video answered every single question i wanted answered i have been searching for videos for over a year and have not found one with half the information thats in this video.
Sir THANK YOU my surgery is in 2 months and i cant wait!
I did for me as well! Thank you sir! I have been on the fence.....more relieved now. A big thank you!
I have been searching for people with negative things to say about this surgery. I have found a few but MOST are positives and it makes me more and More ready to move forward with my decision to do this. I love this video. Thanks.
Scott, thank you for this video, it is a true incentive for my intention to take the path of weight-loss surgery, for which I waited far too long. In fact, I am scheduled for VSG in December 2019 and the more videos (mainly on UA-cam) I watch, the more I look forward to it. Your video has clearly defined the outcome that I am hoping to expect from the procedure, and I am grateful that there are people like you sharing their honest and informative testimony about their VSG experience. I am a baby-boomer and considerably older than you, and almost my entire life has been a weight struggle such as you described it in your video which seems to be a very realistic representation and I wanted to thank you for sharing the change that you have gone through after your surgery. My weight is far higher than yours at your worst moment, my BMI is horribly beyond 40, and I am currently experiencing an increased portion of all the symptoms that you have described in your video. Hence, I so much hope and pray that I can accomplish my goal and reach my target weight because I crave for another decade or two of a far healthier life. Thanks also for the tip of start taking biotin prior to surgery and swap out my supplements for a high-end multi-vitamin. And yes, Kindness matters, always! Thank you!
How are you doing now-Dec 2023?
You had me worried... but with a chuckle, you assured me to go thru with it
I love your personality! This was awesome.
Scott, a heartfelt thanks for a down to earth, candid report of the everyday things you have encountered since your surgery. Especially for touching on the impact on the sexual side of your marriage. You really touched my heart when you spoke about your wife being able to finally put her arms right around you. You spoke about many real, every day things that so many other people who make these videos just seem to ignore. Would it be possible in a future video for you to report or for your family members to speak about how all of this has affected them? How they saw you then and now. The differences they see in you, your personality, outlook, family activities etc, the things that they feel are a positive and if any negatives of your surgery and weight loss? Congratulations on your amazing achievement and informative video. Please continue to keep us updated. Your a real inspiration. Thank you again and God bless you and your family.
Interesting idea on the family... Pretty sure they would refuse, but It's worth a discussion. Thank you
I am scheduled to have this surgery on Monday. Thank you. You gave me the encouragement I needed.
One of the best side effects post that I have ever seen… Thanks… I am on the road to the start line!
** NEW SUB Thank you Scott your videos are very helpful. I look forward to watching some more of them. I am learning a lot and you offer so much information. TY
Thank you so much for this video. I felt like you were speaking but they were my stories. I’m 6 days from surgery. I’m so looking forward to the side effects.
I had my VSG 7/16. 310 to 180. Watching your video is like looking into a proverbial mirror! I spend the 42 minutes nodding in agreement with Everything you said.