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Topic: RE: Dr. Duffy
HELLO, MY NAME IS PRINCESS. I ALSO HAVE DR. DUFFY AS MY SURGEON. MY SURGERY DATE IS 6-11-09. I WAS WONDERING IN YOU WERE IN THE MEETING WITH ME LAST MONTH?
I LIVE IN NEW HAVEN, CT.
I LIVE IN NEW HAVEN, CT.
Starting Weight- 394
Weight as of July 12, 2010- 270
PRINCESS
Topic: RE: Dr. Duffy
Thanks Violet,
Do you still go to support group meetings? I will be going to the meeting at L&M next Wed at 6PM.
Laura
Do you still go to support group meetings? I will be going to the meeting at L&M next Wed at 6PM.
Laura
Topic: RE: Dr. Duffy
too busy out having fun. I had rny done by Dr Duffy 16 months ago today I am down 134.5 lbs in total from my highest weight and I am just over a normal bmi. Everything was great as was he.
Violet
I bring my better angels to every fight. tk
I bring my better angels to every fight. tk
Topic: RE: Revision - Thinking Aloud
Maureen, I have been struggling with my eating and have gained about 15 pounds since last Oct........... I know it is from what I am eating and not getting enough exercise. DO not feel I need a revision as when I follow the rules and eat dense protien first I feel full. It is that I can tolerate those carbs and don't very often dump and have been letting them back in my diet.
Have you checked out to see if the outlet of our pouch has stretched? Maybe that is why you are so hungry.
It is very scary, my DH has even noticed my weight gain and is questioning me as to what I am doing, but I know I can only blame myself. I am trying to cut back my evening time eating which is my worse time of day and have been getting outside and doing yard work and hope to start seriously back exercising.
I wish you all the best. You are not alone in your struggle. I believe it is one some of us will have for our whole life. We just can't quit.
Sher
Topic: RE: Regrets?
I just celebrated my 4th anniversary on 4/26.
I do not regret my decision to have the RNY surgery.
Unfortunately I have had some very serious medical issues over the past year & 1/2 that are still on going. (very long winded complicated story that is archived since last March 2008 on this site) up until January this year.. & still on going.
I do want to point out.. what has taken place for me isn't the "typical" side affects with RNY surgery. Obscure with ALOT of what has taken place could have been avoided.
However with all that said... I've lost over 150 pounds (flex around 7 pounds).. I work out & have a set of "guns" that can give professional weight lifters a run for the money.. LOL.. I'm more active..& it's nice to PHYSICALLY be able to move without fighting all the extra weight and not worrying if I'm going to get diabetes because of the xtra weight.(runs in the family heavily).
Not to mention the "social" aspect & acceptance of being a "normal size" person.. Obesity has it's own set of discriminations that is sooo uncalled for & I wish illegal. It's sad I'm accepted now.. when I'm still the same gal.. same personality.. talents.. & skills.... just in a smaller package...
Having intolerances for certain foods can be a little frustrating.. however the benefits of weight loss and knowing I NOW have control over what I do with my weight makes it all worth while.
There are times I wish I could eat a sandwich with bread or a hamburger.. but it's few & far between... I made the choice to change my life style with the surgery and this tool. Overall I wouldn't change a thing except for the past year & 1/2.
Regards,
Mickey
I do not regret my decision to have the RNY surgery.
Unfortunately I have had some very serious medical issues over the past year & 1/2 that are still on going. (very long winded complicated story that is archived since last March 2008 on this site) up until January this year.. & still on going.
I do want to point out.. what has taken place for me isn't the "typical" side affects with RNY surgery. Obscure with ALOT of what has taken place could have been avoided.
However with all that said... I've lost over 150 pounds (flex around 7 pounds).. I work out & have a set of "guns" that can give professional weight lifters a run for the money.. LOL.. I'm more active..& it's nice to PHYSICALLY be able to move without fighting all the extra weight and not worrying if I'm going to get diabetes because of the xtra weight.(runs in the family heavily).
Not to mention the "social" aspect & acceptance of being a "normal size" person.. Obesity has it's own set of discriminations that is sooo uncalled for & I wish illegal. It's sad I'm accepted now.. when I'm still the same gal.. same personality.. talents.. & skills.... just in a smaller package...
Having intolerances for certain foods can be a little frustrating.. however the benefits of weight loss and knowing I NOW have control over what I do with my weight makes it all worth while.
There are times I wish I could eat a sandwich with bread or a hamburger.. but it's few & far between... I made the choice to change my life style with the surgery and this tool. Overall I wouldn't change a thing except for the past year & 1/2.
Regards,
Mickey
Mickey
Topic: Revision - Thinking Aloud
Hi everyone, I have to cast the net here and ask some questions - some tough questions - and please know that I come from a good place. I had my surgery with Dr. Aranow in March 2004. My lowest weight was 138 (down from 360); I am now hovering between 157-162 - and fighting like a mad dog to keep control of my eating. So I guess my questions are more for folks who are longer out than others - I am 5 years, 2 months out. I am constantly hungry - the kind of hunger that is painful. I follow the rules - load up on water, eat protein and get my carbs from salads and fruits. But the hunger just naws at me, wears me down. My exercise routine has slipped and I'm not nearly as good about working out as I was, say, two years ago. And I do eat crap food - not to the extent I did before surgery but if I keep going down this path, it's only a matter of time... for those of you who can relate to my story- are you considering a revision? Have you had a revision? What are you doing to stave off the weight regain? I just think that a revision would not reap permanent results - because I know I am not as dedicated to the strict lifestyle changes that MUST be enforced every day of my life if I am to succeed in keeping the weight off. Health eating - every day, no slips, no crap food. Working out hard, every day. No excuses. For those of you who have regained can you speak to what you believe has caused this for you? Is there anyone who has gained despite you are doing everything by the book? I'm confused - and really, really scared. Thanks. Maureen
Topic: RE: question? lap vs RNY
hello thank you hope you are doing well with your recovery...it is a major surgery from what i here the first few weeks are bad...it is so worth it..
Topic: RE: Regrets?
Absolutley NO regrets what so ever. I did have 3 strictures, but thats a minor fix and theres nothing you can do to prevent that. I have lost 140 pounds since my surgery in 2005. I have not gained any weight back. I did have a Tummu Tuck in Nov. But all in all, I would do it all over again in a heart beat!! Even at my age of the late fifties. I am the healthiest I have been in years. I do more and have no medical issues what so ever.
Good Luck with what ever you decide,
Sarah
Good Luck with what ever you decide,
Sarah
Topic: RE: Lap Band Support group
Yes, that was us! Mike has done so well! He has lost 130 pounds! He usually is quiet, so I was surprised when he spoke up! Good luck on your appointments. I go this Friday to the dietcian and gallbladder ultrasound and he goes for a fill.
Were you up front asking questions? We will be there in June.
Renate
Were you up front asking questions? We will be there in June.
Renate
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