MY VSG JOURNEY: 7 DAYS POST OP

Having completed 7 days post-op from Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG), many people experience rapid and encouraging results as detailed here. With a weight drop from 272 lbs to 254.1 lbs and a waist reduction from 47.5" to 41" within 10 days, early post-surgery milestones provide substantial motivation to continue the weight loss journey. VSG is a popular bariatric surgery that reduces the stomach size, limiting food intake and promoting weight loss without the need for malabsorptive procedures. The first week post-operation often involves a liquid diet to allow healing and minimize complications. Patients typically report discomfort such as occasional gas, but pain usually subsides quickly—as seen in this experience where discomfort diminished significantly by day 5. Incision healing also progresses well in most cases, with minimal scarring visible after a week. This encourages patients to remain confident and locked in to their new health routines. Monitoring and logging weight trends regularly, as described, helps in staying aware of progress and achieving intermediate goals. For example, this user noted 1 of 10 milestones completed and 46.72% of weight loss goals reached just one week post-op. An interesting side effect noticed was an odorless condition associated with the liquid diet phase, which often alleviates body odor due to dietary changes, not the surgery itself. This is a known but less commonly discussed benefit. Remember that while this phase is often called the "honeymoon phase" due to rapid weight loss, patience and commitment remain key as weight loss rates will normalize over time. Support communities, such as gastric sleeve support groups, provide invaluable encouragement and share insights during pre-op and post-op phases. Anyone considering VSG should consult with qualified bariatric surgeons to understand surgical benefits, potential risks, and necessary lifestyle changes. Staying motivated and committed, as this journey shows, can lead to transformative improvements not only in appearance but also in overall health and well-being.