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8days post op
i havent been on mfp for a while. I finally had my surgery nov 27th (7days after my 28th bday!). as of today ive lost 15lbs! I had the RNY surgery. im also wondering if i should had my ticker start at the weight i was right after surgery to show 15 instead of 40. i had to lose 18lbs preop for my insurance. idk what do you…
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what do you eat after 2 years
I had my surgery 2 years ago and I find it hard to eat certain foods like meat, pasta, potatoes, etc. I find I am just eating crackers, soup, cheese, protein bars, etc. I am not eating meals. Mainly because I really don't know what to eat. I was wondering if anyone can advise me how to get back on track. I am oding on…
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Things I'm looking for to when I'm no longer"Obese"...
:smile: So I know that there have been posts on this topic, but I am having surgery next week and I am making my personal list. I'd love to hear the things that you guys are excited about being able to do or have to anything, that you can't/couldn't do before WLS. Here's what I have so far..... Being able to comfortably…
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What's wrong with me?
I am 9 months out and have only lost 66lbs. Every three months I hit a wall. My start weight is 336 and goal is 180. I feel like a failure and am loosing hope!
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LapBand & Burping
I was told after I had the lapband surgery I wouldn't burp anymore. Well I do have the urge to burp occasionally and cannot. But I have lately started burping! And loud ones that I don't know are coming. Haven't done it at work in front of anyone but the hubby and I are wondering why I am doing this now. Anyone else having…
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Protein Powder
Hi All! So, I just had an adjustment (2 weeks ago) and my band is tight. I am hoping it lessens in severity soon. . I am able to get down plenty of liquids, but having difficulty with solids right now. My question is what is the best protein powder you have found, and what do you mix with it? Thanks!! :)
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Birth Control
My surgeon let me know that my birth control pill may not be as effective after surgery, even with the sleeve instead of bypass. I do plan on discussing this with my internist but I wanted to get your opinions on what birth control options you find work best for you. Thanks!
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Ulcers anyone?
I'm 2 years out and haven't had any complications at all. My husband on the other hand, had RNY surgery June 2012 and developed an ulcer at 1 month post op. He has been taking meds, but is still in a lot of pain and gets sick easy. He gets scoped again in a couple of weeks. He is miserable and I feel for him.
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too tight?
So i had a fill last month, my allergies kicked in, the weather is colder and i had my gall bladder out in late September. the last two weeks I've thrown up, burp a lot when I get up and my back is hurting along my bra line. anyone else ever have this? I go for a fill today but I'm not sure I should fill or should I get a…
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Afraid of Lettuce and the pouch
I had an episode one time long before the band - where I choked on a piece of lettuce :sad: . Scared me silly! So I am for some reason scared of eating a salad - I will nibble a bit on lettuce and if I cut it up into teeny tiny teeny tiny little itty bitty pieces I will have some. Has anyone had any issues with foods (like…
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9 years post-op
Hello everyone. I had Laproscopic Gastric Bypass in September 2003. At the time I weighed nearly 300 lbs (can't be sure because honestly I avoided scales like the plague and turned my head when I was weighed). By July of 2004 I was down to 125 lbs and never happier. I met my now husband that summer. We now have a child of…
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Last Pre-Surgery Appt.
I met with the surgeon today for my last weigh-in before my surgery! I am so excited! I'm doing great on the 2 week diet, and hope to lose another 5 pounds or so before the surgery. I have less than 2 weeks to go at this point. I started the process in May so it's been 8 months from start to surgery and lots of hoops. So…
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Update with pics
Surgery was March 30, 2012 Starting Weight: 303 Starting Pant Size: 24 (Barely) Current Weight: 180 Current Pant Size:12
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great site for Bariatric recipes
http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/cookbooks.asp?cookbook=355078. This will take you to a cookbook with nothing but bariatric recipes, and they all sound good. Check it out maybe you will find something to try.
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Sad Today
One of my ladies that I have been talking with had surgery yesterday and is in the ICU because they knicked her bowel. She is on a ventalator. Had to have all kinds of blood transfusions, not to mention what infection she could have due to the bowel leaking into her. Please pray for my friend. I feel so bad as I always…
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Hiccups?!
I get hiccups a lot now - usually after eating. As nuts as it may sound, it seems like it coincides with when I feel "full" and I stop eating. Am I imaging the connection or is there something to it?
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Post Lap Band.. feel like I'm failing :(
Hey everyone :) I had lap band surgery on 7/13/12. I'm only down 28 lbs and have been stuck there for at least 2 months now. I'm currently at 10.4 cc's in my band. I don't feel like I have much restriction though. I don't know what I'm doing wrong! I feel like I can eat too much before I even feel full. I thought that it…
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Post-Op Alcohol
I will be having my RNY Gastric Bypass surgery in a week and with Christmas coming up I am feeling somewhat discouraged because I know that my pouch will not be able to handle piratically any of the foods being served, but I was wondering if there was a light at the end of the tunnel.. I am a HUGE cheese & wine fanatic...…
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Low Blood Sugar
Prior to my surgery (8.28.12) I was prediabetic. My numbers have been in the 90's now - normal. (Hubby is diabetic so I use his meter to check once a week or so.) Lately, I've been feeling wicked tired, kinda "foggy", overall just blah, at times even a bit shaky. I took a reading this afternoon and was at 75. I am going to…
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Broth Suggestions - For Flavor
Does anyone have suggestions on broth brands/flavors that they liked for there and post op diet? I have no preference if it's veggie, chicken or beef since I just want something that has a good flavor that hopefully will not upset my stomach. I hate to buy something that lacks flavor even though I will be limited in what I…
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gastric band
hiya everyone,i had my gastric band/lapband fitted 5th may 2012.best decision of my life,im 5 stone lighter xx
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SHIRATAKI NOODLES
Anyone ever tried these? Apparently 15 cals per serving.. 0 fat 3 carbs. I think I am going to see if I can find some!!!
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At what point....
So I have met my goal weight and I am now stretching that goal weight a by another 15 lbs - but not trying to lose it quickly. I hear everyone around me saying not to lose more. You look great. I am 5' 10" 175ish lbs size 10. I know I can't go on losing weight, but at what point do I say to myself stop you are good you no…
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"Dream" Dress - Stage 1
So, I am starting my liquid diet this week in preparation for surgery on December 11th. I know it seems like awful timing, but we did Thanksgiving over the weekend so it would not be an issue this week. Anyway, while I was out shopping this weekend, I came across a beautiful dress that is a size I haven't seen since my…
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explain dumping or dumping syndrome?
Ive heard the term but dont understand it. Can anybody explain?
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Nissen Fundoplication
Hello and good health to all, I have been preparing for a Gastric bypass and have been doing all the requirements to qualify with my insurance which is Medicare /Regence Medadvantage . I had a double lung transplant in 2006 and had to have the Fundoplication to cure re flux[GERD] which was causing pneumonia in 2007 . Both…
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Munchies at Night....
Any suggestions on how to handle the munchies at night? I do good all day long and then get home and relax and want to eat everything in site ! I tried drinking more water but then I am up half the night in the bathroom LOL I always have a protein shake about an hour after dinner and that used to curb my munchies, but it…
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What is your full indicator
I sometimes want to continue to eat even though I know I shouldn't take another bite!!! I do get the hiccups though when it is time to put down the fork!!!
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My Surgery Reveal Note
I was very worried about telling my friends and family that I will be having the Gastric Bypass RNY surgery performed this month, and I figured that there may be others who are also anxious about letting people know, so I wanted to share the note I sent to my friends and family on Facebook to inform them, I hope this can…
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The end is in sight!
So my surgery has finally been scheduled! December 12th is my big day! I'm excited and anxious. Any tips or questions you think I should ask my surgeon as I approach?
