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Skin Surgery
My WLS doc said at my 2yr post op appointment that I am a good candidate for skin removal called a Trunkplasty/Panniculectomy. My insurance will pay if medically necessary, and it is due to constant infection with the skin flaps. Has anyone done this surgery? If so, how did it go? Did it help? Any info is appreciated.…
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Skin Surgery
At my WLS Doc 2yr Post Op he said I am a good Candidate for skin removal called a Panniculectomy/Trunkplasty. My insurance will pay due to medically necessary. I have constant infection in my skin flaps. Has anyone done this? If so, was it worth it? Any input would be appreciated. Thanks
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7.5 months post op Pictures
Day before surgery Feb 2015 Sept 2015 pic I have reached onderland 94lbs lost!
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Sharing with you
Its been a while since I gave an update. I am 4m post op. I am 65lbs down. Feeling Good. Here is a picture of the day before surgery and 4m later.
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Monthly progression
Had RNY on 2/2/15. Down 57lbs.
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Picture of my progress
Here is a comparison picture from the day before surgery Feb 1st and monthly up date April 1st. I cant believe the difference only being 2 months. How exciting! So had to share!
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Update
I am 7 wk post op. Got on the scale this morning and I am down 47lbs. Yeah Me! I am still having a tough time with liquids and protein intake. I have chosen high protein shakes. So that helps but just need to drink. I have been lifted on exercising and can eat a lot more items. I am having a tough time with veggies. I have…
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Cant believe the difference already
I cannot believe this. Look at these pictures. This is a difference in only a month. I am excited to see what the future holds. I had my RNY surgery on 2/2/15 [/This is the DAY BEFORE my Surgery on 2/1/15b] [/This is TODAY 3/1/15b]
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Ugh! Discouraged!
I had my WLS (RNY) on February 2nd. I did my weekly home weigh in and I didn't lose this past week....I GAINED a half of a pound!!! Is this normal??? It discourages me!!! :( :(:( Is normal????
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Getting it all in
I had RNY on 2/2/15 I have been advised to eat 8-9 times a day, make sure 70-80grams of protein, plus drink 64oz of liquid all in one day. What are some tricks? Thank you
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Its within my reach now
Monday is the day for my RNY. I am on day 2 of the Impact drink - liquid diet. I am hanging in here. My anxiety is getting more and more. They keep moving the time of my surgery but will get definite confirmation on time tomorrow. Since January 1st I have lost 11 lbs. I pretty proud of myself. 4 lbs of it was last week. I…
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One week down and one to go
My first week of pre op diet is done. Not to bad. was hungry the first 2 days and now I am breezing by. Start the pure liquid diet Wednesday with the drinks the hospital gave me. I have to drink them along with clear liquids for 5 days before surgery. But I was told it is the same amount of calories as the first 9 days. On…
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Tomorrow I start my Pre Op Diet (pics)
Tomorrow I start my Pre Op Diet. So hubby and I decided to document by pictures and measurements. Starting today, then the next set on the day before the surgery (in 2 weeks). Then once a month on the first Sunday of the month. I am going to put the same outfit on each month to see the difference. So to make me…
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This is becoming real now!
Went to hospital this morn and got pre op testing done. Also received my liquid drink for my last 5 days before the surgery. Does anyone else have to do a special hospital given drink for 5 days ahead? Also were you required to drink PowerAde Zero or G2 to drink right before the surgery? I have to drink 8hrs ahead and 3hrs…
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One week from today
I start my pre op diet one week from today on Jan 19. Have you felt you almost have to do a food funeral? I am eating things this month with the thought of "I wont be able to eat this anymore" type attitude. On Sat my family is going to my favorite Mexican restaurant and I am getting my last Margarita for now. Is this…
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Nervous and Excited at the same time
I received my surgery date of February 2nd. I am so worried that I am making the right decision until I go to bed and have to use the CPAP machine. Or I move with my bad hip, Or just moving in general. I know this is going to be a major lifestyle change I just hope I don't fail. This is my last hope. Please give me…
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protein shakes?
I am in need of suggestions for protein shakes 20mg and up. I have tries the GNC lean 25 premade and was good. Do you suggest powder or pre made? I need them for the pre op 2wk diet. TIA for the help
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Becoming a reality
I will be receiving my surgery date by next Monday. OMG! I have one more test to go but they said I can go ahead and set the date. Waiting on scheduling to call. I have to do a stress test on the 17th. I get my cpap machine on Wed 10th. Trying to get through the holidays on another note. Went on vacation during the…
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fitness tracker
I've heard all kinds of good news using fitness trackers that you wear all day. What are your thoughts and if you are using one please tell me if you recommend it. Thank in advance
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pre op testing
One of the things my wls dr is having me do is see the pulmonary dr. He has issue 3 tests for me to do. Sleep study, pulmonary breathing test, and echo of heart. The pulmonary dr said he will be suggesting for me to go into ICU for 2 days after surgery. I did the sleep study Monday night, not fun and very uncomfortable. I…
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Its getting closer
Today went to my psych Dr that I regularly goto for my bipolar. He is sending a letter to the Bariatric psych Dr to say I am a ok. Next week I goto the Dietician again and pulmonary Dr. I then can get my date......WOW!
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Gluten Free
Does anyone know if you can do the Gluten Free diet even though you have the RNY? My PCP advised me to try it due to I have IBS and new studies show that it helps that. And if you are doing this is there any helpful books or websites you can direct me to? TIA
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first of many
I went to the first Dietician and Exercise meeting today. I felt like all they did is say what you cant do and nothing hardly on what we can. This process is aggravating my panic disorder. Major anxiety today. I know this is the right decision but my panic has me overloaded in fear. This is a big change to make for the…
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Decisions Decisions....ugh
I have see the WL Dr now 2xs and he did an EGD on me and found that I have over a 100 polyps and I have a haertal hernia. With this finding he is suggesting Bypass instead of sleeve. This he says due to the polyps. This is due to they weaken the wall of the stomach and the soochers will have a higher risk of loosening and…
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l have come to a realization
As I go through the process getting ready for a VSG I am praying to God to give me the sign that this is the route to go. And everything is pointing to the answer....to do it. I just had a video done of me for the ALS ice bucket challenge. I never really realized how large I have become until I saw the video that was made…
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First step in process and answers made
Well, had a EGD done yesterday. This is the 4th one I have had in my lifetime for my stomach. Done by 3 different Dr's. the first 2 Dr's says they saw nothing wrong and I have GERD from being over weight (the first one I had done I was not overweight) Now I went to a weight loss Dr and he wanted to do another one so he can…
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Worried....picky eater
I am looking to have VSG in January 2015. I know its a way off but doing all the research I can. I am seeing all kinds of positive results and am looking forward to getting this weight down. My worry is I am a very picky eater. I don't like any fish except fish sticks and that's really not fish. I do like salads but no low…
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Weighing my options
Hello! I am a yo yo dieter...I lose 25lbs gain 25lbs. I am currenty 283lbs. What has brought me to possibly go and do a WLS is I went to my orthopedic Dr with hip trouble from when I was in a car accident 7yrs ago. The found a tear in my hip. They can operate to repair but they will not do it for someone over the BMI of 40…
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Time for a change!
Tired of being large! Want my energy back to play with my son!!! I want to wear stylish clothes!!! I want my life back!!! I am 37 years old now and need to take back my life. i have a beautiful 3yr old son and need to be around for him in the long run!! I feel I am teaching him bad habits that will continue in his life and…
