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Loris
on 1/6/15 4:13 am

Topic: RE: Knee Replacement Surgery

On January 4, 2015 at 11:18 AM Pacific Time, Cathy W. wrote:

Thank you for your post. I really needed to read it today. Yesterday was a bad, bad pain day. Today is a little better but still bad pain. I know it will be worth it long-term but pain management is very difficult. I'm not sleeping very well either due to the pain.

I'm doing my PT exercises twice a day because I know they are the most important thing to having success with my new knee. They sent me home with an ice transfer machine that circulates ice cold water around my lower leg, knee and lower thigh. I wear that from the time I wake up to the time I go to bed and that does help.

Thanks again for your reply.

Cathy, please use extreme caution using the ice machine. There have been many cases of frost bite with patients of these devices.

Loris
on 8/30/12 2:23 am

Topic: RE: Extremely tired

I just has a very straight forward lap procedure on 8/20. I am transitioning back to regular foods. I can't get enough sleep. What we are going through in very normal. Loris

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 8/30/12 2:09 am

Topic: RE: silastic ring removal

A few months back, I wrote telling of a total loss of appetite and revulsion to food. I am over seven years out, a smoker who has since recovered from ulcers.

I was given a lot of good eating advice and quitt smoking advice .It was suggested that I may be trying to hurt myself by not eating and smoking. I checked with all my docs including my shrink. A barium swallow revealed I couldn't even pass a barium pill through my stoma. It was caused by the silastic ring placed on the outside of my stoma being to tight. I had lap surgey to remove it 8/20 and i am already getting a healty appetite back.

Thanks every one who offered gentle advice and to those who also provided tough love. It was taken in the spirit it was intended.. Thanks, Loris

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 7/17/12 12:03 am

Topic: RE: I am scared

I thougth about this very thng yesterday, but not quite as eolquentty as you put it. I do wonder about this and will add my shrink to my docs I need to have a heart to heart with. We haven talked resently, but he wasn'y concerned, but we will talk again very soon. Thank you, Loris

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 7/16/12 6:00 pm

Topic: RE: I am scared

Thanks for your kind words. I am sorry you are having such problems.

How long have you been on Carafate? Is it a long term thing for you? I am also taking Protonix.

I start seieng doctors next week.

l will pray for you. Loris

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 7/15/12 8:56 am, edited 7/15/12 8:57 am

Topic: RE: I am scared

I am 5'2". Heidi knows me and I do smoke. Loris

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 7/15/12 3:49 am

Topic: RE: I am scared

I am unable to eat. I want to know what's wrong with me, but will do tube feeding in the meaantime if both doctors concur. Thanks

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 7/15/12 3:45 am

Topic: RE: I am scared

The thought of eating makes me feel like I am going to throw up. all fod tastes either like sawdust or too salty or too sweet. I can only eat very small amounts before I am very full. Loris

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 7/14/12 11:43 pm

Topic: RE: I am scared

Every since I had a hip replacement 2/20 followed by a unrelated stroke 3/13, I am am totally turned off by food.

I am now being treated for numerous ulcers in my pouch. I am repelled by food. The wonderful suggestions of what to eat were very appreciated, but the idea of eating or drinking shakes turns my stomach. I manage two small meals a day. I lose between a half to a quarter pound a day.

At 5' 5" and 125 I don't want to lose any more, but the concern is the rapidness of the weight loss the lack of nutrition ,weakness and the inability of the ulcers to heal without nourishment.

I am now starting to have vague pain in my lower abdomen.

I have an appt. with my gastro doctor on the 26Th. My surgeon's NP is setting me up with the surgeon and dietian asap. She says if I can't start eating they are going to put in a tube.

I will consult with both doctors for alternatives.

I need support, please don't think i have a body image problem. I don't like my weight. I am too thin for my taste and body type and have no stamina.

Thanks for reading. LORIS

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 5/26/12 8:39 pm

Topic: RE: Well I'll be damned.....

congrats! a NSV for me is how many item of clothing I can fit in a load of wash or a small suitcase. Thanks for your concern about my health. I am doing real well.

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 5/19/12 12:24 am

Topic: RE: I Don't Have To Hide Anymore......

I can relate! Going to family funtions in current styles is liberating.

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 5/19/12 12:17 am

Topic: RE: was getting my nails done and

i use a nail tech in Florida sometimes and he said I was hotter.

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 5/18/12 4:40 am

Topic: RE: No appetite can't stop losing

Good idea.. I can eat by my schedule, a snack when I get up, a snack when DH leaves for work...

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 5/18/12 4:36 am

Topic: RE: No appetite can't stop losing

Thanks. Fresh and dried fruit sounds appealing. Apple slices with peanut butter sounds goood. you have got me thinking. Loris

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 5/18/12 4:32 am

Topic: RE: No appetite can't stop losing

Thanks Kelly

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 5/18/12 4:30 am

Topic: RE: No appetite can't stop losing

Thank you. I will try some shakes.. I will also try some cottage cheese.

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 5/17/12 10:57 pm

Topic: RE: Home from surgery on Thursday, am I doing this right?

Yes, your new pouch is a noisy little gal. It should become less so as time goes by. Good luck to you. Loris

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 5/17/12 10:53 pm

Topic: RE: No appetite can't stop losing

I'll try to be brief. I am seven years out. I decided to lose a few more pounds by cutting out simple carbs and it worked.

On Feb 20 I had a very successful hip replacement. On March 13th. I had a stroke. For a while food got stuck a lot. I am now fully recovered, but I have no appetite. I do not want to lose any more weight. I feel weak. Any suggestions?

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 4/15/12 7:53 pm

Topic: RE: Almost 7 Years Post Op / Needing Diet Advice

I agree with MM alll the way. My w eight took a jump and I cut he carbs at meals in half and ccut out the carb snacksand lost the ten pounds and then some. I am still losingg, but I will address that in a ew post. good luck on your futue. Loris

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 4/22/11 8:09 pm

Topic: RE: 14 Month Update with Pics

Congratulations! I admire your dedication to exercise. Loris

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 3/30/11 10:00 pm

Topic: RE: WHY TRY IF THOSE LAST POUNDS JUST WON'T COME OFF? (xpost)

To use my father in law's expression, Good on ya. My body has chosen a set point of 152.4. Oh yes, .4. At 5'2' that is not thin, but works OK. I think I will try Susan's suggestion, because I would really like to weigh 142 again. BTW, I was six years out yesterday. Of course if I would exercise I could go anywhere.

Congrats on your success and your determination. Armed with that and your new knowledge, your will achieve your new goal. Loris

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 3/29/11 5:16 am

Topic: RE: gettting off slep machine

I took myself off my CPAP machine after losing over 175 pounds. The pressure was too high. Years later and 15 pounds lighter I was retested. I still have OSA. My setting is lower, but I am sleeping better again. Good luck, Loris

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 2/25/11 9:14 pm

Topic: RE: OT: Gift ideas for bridal shower needed

If you have a restaurant supply store available you can buy a wealth of quality kitchen items for $25. Concentrate on stainless. I love my one peice stainless ladles in all sizes. They have great whisks for around $3.25. The selection of spatulas for non stick cookware is great. Oh, check out the wooden spoons. Take your time. :) Loris

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 2/21/11 10:29 pm

Topic: RE: Nervous Mindless Animal Cracker Snacking After Decision to Put Dad in Hospice

I prayed for you all and for peace for you all. Hopice is a wonderful during such a sad time. They eased my mother to God with grace. Loris

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

Loris
on 2/21/11 10:17 pm

Topic: RE: getting depressed, could I be done losing?

Honeymoon period, bah. I continued to lose weight for years and reached my goal at three years out. (I was lazy.) I too had had kidney stones, etc. You have to work harder or change things up. Track your food on a program, exercise aerobically. Limit processed Carbs. Take into consideration what your excess skin might weigh. Go for it! Loris

                                     Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
                                     Lower body lift 10/17/2007
                                     Upper body lift     1/23/2008

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