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Topic: RE: Ulcer & Inflamed Intestines
I am VERY impressed with that question!! For those that don't know that is very important but it can only be remedied before surgery. Way to go girl!
hugs, Y
hugs, Y
Open RNY 3/30/01 260lbs - 130lbs 
Yvonne McCarthy, CLC. Health & Wellness Coach (full time volunteer). I am happy to help if I can. Visit www.bariatricgirl.com and see the Bariatric Girl blog! Also check out my Facebook Bariatric Girl Page. Photography site www.yvonnemccarthy.com .„ø¤º°¨ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ¨°º¤ø„¸¸„ø¤º°¨„ø¤º°¨ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ¨°º¤ø„¸¸„ø¤º°¨
Topic: Local 4-H fair this year..
I remember those days pre-surgery when going to the fair was about what I was going to eat that day. My menu typically consisted of a lemon shakeup, corn dog, corn on the cob and dessert would be the biggest elephant ear I could find.
I just spent the past 4 days at our local 4-H fair because my son was showing hogs. I had mentally prepared my self for the typical atmosphere of 90+ degree weather along with the aroma of fried food and animals. I knew going to the fair would be a non bariatric friendly trip so before each visit I would try to eat a good amount of protein and grab a bottle of water and protein bar to have on hand.
I was surrounded by a plethora of lemon shake ups, corn dogs, elephant ears, funnel cakes, chicken fingers, french fries with cheese, milk shakes etc. I can honestly say I had no desire to indulge in any of the typical fried fair food.
I met some of the most giving people at the fair (who have no idea that I'm a bariatric patient) and were always offering me something to eat, a piece of pie, some french fries, part of their elephant ear etc.. I realized a few years ago I would have taken them up on their offer. Today 2 1/2 + post op I kindly declined their offer and know now that one bite, leads to four which leads to a whole piece.
It feels good to know that I choose the healthier foods these days and my goal is to continue down this path. It may not always be easy but I know in the long run I am worth it :)
I just spent the past 4 days at our local 4-H fair because my son was showing hogs. I had mentally prepared my self for the typical atmosphere of 90+ degree weather along with the aroma of fried food and animals. I knew going to the fair would be a non bariatric friendly trip so before each visit I would try to eat a good amount of protein and grab a bottle of water and protein bar to have on hand.
I was surrounded by a plethora of lemon shake ups, corn dogs, elephant ears, funnel cakes, chicken fingers, french fries with cheese, milk shakes etc. I can honestly say I had no desire to indulge in any of the typical fried fair food.
I met some of the most giving people at the fair (who have no idea that I'm a bariatric patient) and were always offering me something to eat, a piece of pie, some french fries, part of their elephant ear etc.. I realized a few years ago I would have taken them up on their offer. Today 2 1/2 + post op I kindly declined their offer and know now that one bite, leads to four which leads to a whole piece.
It feels good to know that I choose the healthier foods these days and my goal is to continue down this path. It may not always be easy but I know in the long run I am worth it :)
Trac~
I am a Bariatric patient/professional, an Obesity Help Support Group Leader and Certified Life Coach. I consider myself to be one of the biggest advocates for obesity in my community. My goal is to educate the public on obesity as a disease and give back to the bariatric community through my personal experiences and life coaching.
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I am a Bariatric patient/professional, an Obesity Help Support Group Leader and Certified Life Coach. I consider myself to be one of the biggest advocates for obesity in my community. My goal is to educate the public on obesity as a disease and give back to the bariatric community through my personal experiences and life coaching.
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Topic: RE: Never gonna believe what I'm going to do!
LOOKS LIKE A LOT OF FUN!!!!
YOU CAN DO IT!
woo hoo! you best video it & post it here for us!!!
<----- Guess who?
YOU CAN DO IT!
woo hoo! you best video it & post it here for us!!!
<----- Guess who? Topic: Never gonna believe what I'm going to do!
I'm still not believing I'm going to do this. July 31st is National Dance Day and I've learned this routine.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKUyp1GMQVg
I can't believe I'm considering going to Six Flags over Texas at 4pm in Dallas and doing this in a large group. First can we say HOT????? I'm betting I'll be the oldest person there. I think I posted this to challenge myself to go. I'll see if I can post a video of me doing the dance.
hugs Y
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKUyp1GMQVg
I can't believe I'm considering going to Six Flags over Texas at 4pm in Dallas and doing this in a large group. First can we say HOT????? I'm betting I'll be the oldest person there. I think I posted this to challenge myself to go. I'll see if I can post a video of me doing the dance.
hugs Y
Open RNY 3/30/01 260lbs - 130lbs Yvonne McCarthy, CLC. Health & Wellness Coach (full time volunteer). I am happy to help if I can. Visit www.bariatricgirl.com and see the Bariatric Girl blog! Also check out my Facebook Bariatric Girl Page. Photography site www.yvonnemccarthy.com .„ø¤º°¨ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ¨°º¤ø„¸¸„ø¤º°¨„ø¤º°¨ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ¨°º¤ø„¸¸„ø¤º°¨
Topic: RE: Ulcer & Inflamed Intestines
They completed a blood test first on me like 3 months ago checking for the H.Pyloryi bacteria antibodies. This bacteria lives deep in the lining of the stomach. It is believed that they are the primary cause fof most ulcers.
I tested positive for the antibody. So in May the Doctor gave me a ****tail of three antibiotics to take four times a day along with pepto bismal for 15 days. The timing and process for when and how to take the antibiotics is very specific - and detailed. Apparently this bacteria is tough to kill.
Then last week they gave me a breath test - you drink something wait 15 minutes - then they test your breath. Apparently if you have the bacteria in your stomach they give off some kind of gas when you ingest something. Mine luckily came back negative. If not my surgery would have been postponed until after I completed the complicated regiment of antibiotics.
So... I am wondering if you need the ****tail of several antibiotics along with the pepto ...?
I tested positive for the antibody. So in May the Doctor gave me a ****tail of three antibiotics to take four times a day along with pepto bismal for 15 days. The timing and process for when and how to take the antibiotics is very specific - and detailed. Apparently this bacteria is tough to kill.
Then last week they gave me a breath test - you drink something wait 15 minutes - then they test your breath. Apparently if you have the bacteria in your stomach they give off some kind of gas when you ingest something. Mine luckily came back negative. If not my surgery would have been postponed until after I completed the complicated regiment of antibiotics.
So... I am wondering if you need the ****tail of several antibiotics along with the pepto ...?
Topic: RE: Ulcer & Inflamed Intestines
I honestly don't know. I know he did an endoscopy. I will have to ask when I go back to see him a week from today. I do know that he did a biopsy on the marginal ulcer I have now. I just really want answers because I have followed my surgeon's directions to a T. I make sure I get all of my protein in every day. Drink the correct amount of fluid. Been exercising 4 days a week. Didn't advance on my diet before I was directed to. ~shaking my head~ And I haven't smoked, drank or had chocolate! ~laughing~
Topic: RE: Ulcer & Inflamed Intestines
Thanks, Yvonne! Yeah, the chocolate question threw me too but I'm thinking maybe caffeine? He could have said coffee though... ~lil shrug~
Topic: RE: Ulcer & Inflamed Intestines
Knock on wood I haven't had a stricture... did they have to reoperate for that?
The antibotics have helped I guess because the pain has subsided completely now, but everything goes straight through me! I called my doctor's office yesterday and they said it is the Cipro and Flagyl that is giving me the runs. Oh goodie, and I have another week of it to take!!
The antibotics have helped I guess because the pain has subsided completely now, but everything goes straight through me! I called my doctor's office yesterday and they said it is the Cipro and Flagyl that is giving me the runs. Oh goodie, and I have another week of it to take!!
Topic: RE: Ulcer & Inflamed Intestines
I am wondering
Did your doctor test for H. Pylori bacteria prior to surgery?
Topic: RE: Happy Surgiversary Christopher!
WOO HOO CHRISTOPHER!!!
I haven't seen you post in a long while either.... but I imagine you are out and about with your family hiking & biking & playing with that puppy that you made that outstanding doghouse for!!!
Drop in to say HI once in a while!!!
and KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!
I haven't seen you post in a long while either.... but I imagine you are out and about with your family hiking & biking & playing with that puppy that you made that outstanding doghouse for!!!
Drop in to say HI once in a while!!!
and KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!
