New (again)--to OH & WLS
Hi everyone,
I've been lurking here for the past several days, and am so glad I've found you! I'm here to seek support, and to also give it wherever/whenever I can.
I had my first RNY in 2003, and am undergoing a revision (RNY-RNY) again this Thursday. I'm not sure yet if it'll be open or lap...depends on how much scarring I have from previous surgeries. I'm certainly crossing my fingers for a lap procedure! I'm excited to get the surgery behind me, and to start anew my WL life. I feel very blessed about getting a second chance. And I'm committed to making this work--now, and in the long run.
I complied with the pouch rules -- and kept my weight off for several years --before I started regaining for real. After I hit goal, I had a bit of a bounce-back from the bottom. Perfectly normal. But when those numbers on the scale started creeping back up again, I felt so defeated! Wasn't this the once-and-for-all procedure, the way to say 'bye-bye' to excess poundage, once and for all?
In truth, much of my weight re-gain is due to the fact that my stoma is severely stretched, as is my pouch. Mechanical failures = being able to eat more food than I was just a few years ago. But I must confess also that I haven't been getting enough exercise. Also, while I'm compliant with pouch rules for the most part, I've eaten too many refined carbs. I swear, eating just one bite of bread was like extending a personal invitation to the Devil himself--he took up residence in my guest guest bedroom, and before I know it, he'd taken up residence in my entire house--not to mention, my thighs! ;)
I'm currently "enjoying" the pre-surgery (liquid) diet so many of you have raved about here. Protein shakes and a few select veggies, sans dressing--yum! So yeah, no carbs. And I've put that ol' debbil on notice.
I've forgotten many of the things I went through the first time 'round, so browsing the boards is helpful. Any other suggestions for this last week of pre-op...or about the challenges (& celebrations) I'll face on the other side?
Thanks in advance for your encouragement--I hope to return the favor! I look forward to seeing you on the message boards, and to learning from your experiences.
P.S. Please don't let my story discourage you. Everyone's situation is different, and while our stories intersect at some points, we're all individuals. I guess what I'm trying to say is this: Even with this latest segment of my WLS journey, I wouldn't trade my RNY experience for anything; it improved my health and gave me a new outlook on life!
I've been lurking here for the past several days, and am so glad I've found you! I'm here to seek support, and to also give it wherever/whenever I can.
I had my first RNY in 2003, and am undergoing a revision (RNY-RNY) again this Thursday. I'm not sure yet if it'll be open or lap...depends on how much scarring I have from previous surgeries. I'm certainly crossing my fingers for a lap procedure! I'm excited to get the surgery behind me, and to start anew my WL life. I feel very blessed about getting a second chance. And I'm committed to making this work--now, and in the long run.
I complied with the pouch rules -- and kept my weight off for several years --before I started regaining for real. After I hit goal, I had a bit of a bounce-back from the bottom. Perfectly normal. But when those numbers on the scale started creeping back up again, I felt so defeated! Wasn't this the once-and-for-all procedure, the way to say 'bye-bye' to excess poundage, once and for all?
In truth, much of my weight re-gain is due to the fact that my stoma is severely stretched, as is my pouch. Mechanical failures = being able to eat more food than I was just a few years ago. But I must confess also that I haven't been getting enough exercise. Also, while I'm compliant with pouch rules for the most part, I've eaten too many refined carbs. I swear, eating just one bite of bread was like extending a personal invitation to the Devil himself--he took up residence in my guest guest bedroom, and before I know it, he'd taken up residence in my entire house--not to mention, my thighs! ;)
I'm currently "enjoying" the pre-surgery (liquid) diet so many of you have raved about here. Protein shakes and a few select veggies, sans dressing--yum! So yeah, no carbs. And I've put that ol' debbil on notice.
I've forgotten many of the things I went through the first time 'round, so browsing the boards is helpful. Any other suggestions for this last week of pre-op...or about the challenges (& celebrations) I'll face on the other side?
Thanks in advance for your encouragement--I hope to return the favor! I look forward to seeing you on the message boards, and to learning from your experiences.
P.S. Please don't let my story discourage you. Everyone's situation is different, and while our stories intersect at some points, we're all individuals. I guess what I'm trying to say is this: Even with this latest segment of my WLS journey, I wouldn't trade my RNY experience for anything; it improved my health and gave me a new outlook on life!
Welcome aboard! 
--gina
--gina
5'1" -- HW 195/SW 187/GW 115 July 08/CW 121 Dec 2012
******GOAL*******
Starting BMI between 35 and 40ish?
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DS on Aug 9, 2007 with Dr. Hazem Elariny
Start walking now. Get used to moving around a little bit more.
Just remember that things may taste alot different after surgery. I was able to order different samples until I found a couple I could tolerate. Protein powder that is.
Just remember to sip, walk and rest postop.
Keep posting and asking questions. This is a great board, no flaming going on here.
Welcome!
Maria
Just remember that things may taste alot different after surgery. I was able to order different samples until I found a couple I could tolerate. Protein powder that is.
Just remember to sip, walk and rest postop.
Keep posting and asking questions. This is a great board, no flaming going on here.
Welcome!
Maria
~Maria
SW 230 Preop 205 GW 130 LW 131 CW 135 Ht 5'1"
Good luck to you!
This is a wonderful board and I am glad you found it (I am!!).
I am also in my liquid diet and I am hungry. I am trying to make sure I get lots of protein but I am still hungry. Some is head hunger but some is real. This isn't fun!
I am sure your surgery goes smoothly and hope you get the lap procedure!
~~~Jennifer
This is a wonderful board and I am glad you found it (I am!!).
I am also in my liquid diet and I am hungry. I am trying to make sure I get lots of protein but I am still hungry. Some is head hunger but some is real. This isn't fun!
I am sure your surgery goes smoothly and hope you get the lap procedure!
~~~Jennifer
HW/232 CW/145.2 GW/???
Hi Jennifer, aka liquid-diet buddy! 
I know there are medical reasons for the pre-op diet, but I feel certain it has psychological benefits, too--not the least, the fact that we re-learn what it means to distinguish real hunger from head hunger. My sympathies (and support) to you, and thanks for your well wishes!
I know there are medical reasons for the pre-op diet, but I feel certain it has psychological benefits, too--not the least, the fact that we re-learn what it means to distinguish real hunger from head hunger. My sympathies (and support) to you, and thanks for your well wishes!
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