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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 7 years, 11 months ago
My surgery was done almost 3 years ago. I still haven't made it to my goal but I'm down 150lbs. I can live with that :) I've also been doing a good job maintaining. Now for the silly question...I find myself being envious of the newbies talking abo
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 2 months ago
Cold...all the time - I am freezing all of the time. My thyroid is good. I'm guessing it's my body adjusting to losing 80lbs. Has anyone else had this and how long does it last?
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 4 months ago
I need help....can't eat. - I'm almost 5 months out and for the last week or so I can't eat. Everything, except scallops or lobster, makes me want to throw-up. Fluid intake is down too. I don't know how to...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 4 months ago
Having a "stay away from the keyboard type of - I've been reading comments on Rosie O'Donnell's WLS. This "medical professional" that has worked with WLS surgeons in the past is pissing me off! She is so judgmental talking abo...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 4 months ago
Funny WLS story - A former employee came in and subbed for me yesterday. She hadn't seen me since my surgery. When I stood up she says, "holy cow, where did the rest of you go?" I said, "I had su...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 5 months ago
Lesson learned....the hard way! - I was sleeved in Dec., and am doing well. I'm down almost 70 lbs, never had an issue with fluids, protein is doing much better. I'm finding what I can and can not eat. Well, idi...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 5 months ago
woo hoo...my new tummy likes lobster! - We went out last night, after several days of really struggling with eating, and split a sirloin and lobster tail meal. I was nervous as I've been having a lot of issues lately. ...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 6 months ago
NSV and my smart mouth hubby! - I went with my daughter to see her academic advisor today. We had to wait a bit so I sat in a chair. Then I realized, my legs were crossed. I haven't been able to cross my legs ...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 7 months ago
Not a good day.... -
I started out well, soft boiled egg for breakfast. Lunch was a different story. I had some strained chicken noodle soup with a few crackers. That's like no protein but extra ...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 7 months ago
way off topic...just need to bitch! -
I just got a ticket. The police in our down are notorious for being jerks. I've always defended them because I respect position. Well, not so sure I'll be doing that anymore....
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 7 months ago
stress/can't get anything down -
We had a serious stress maker happen to us yesterday. Since it happened, I haven't been able to get much in....fluid or food. Do things tighten up during stress? How do I get...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 7 months ago
Sad day... -
Our family had a sad event happen today and I handled it without food.
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 7 months ago
1 month check-up -
I went to my 1 month post-op yesterday...I am actually 4 days shy of 1 month. I am down 27 lbs and have lost 18.8% of my surgeon's goal. My blood pressure was 110/64 with a 72...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
sleeve or flu -
This is the first time I've been sick since being sleeved...I woke up in the middle of the night with a headache and tummy not feeling well. I just tried to sleep it off. When...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
Things I have learned... -
I was sleeved 3 weeks ago. I honestly thought I was one of those people that didn't have a food addiction. I also thought this was going to be a piece of cake. Blah blah blah...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
I ate an egg.... -
woo hoo! It was scrambled with lots of milk to make it fluffy. I only got 3 bites in but it's ok.
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
Swollen tummy -
How long does it take for the swelling to go down and how do you know when your tummy is healed?
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
Nuts -
Will I ever be able to almonds, sunflower seeds, etc again? I can't find the answer in my book.
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
What's going on???? -
Sleeved on the 17th. I was doing GREAT! Had my 1 week post-op appt. and dr. was very pleased. Bowels were working great. No signs of dehydration. I was moved to puree and d...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
doctor's appt. -
Dr was very pleased with my progress and said that I could advance to the next stage. He asked if I was ready for that. SURE, I said. OMG...I now know what hell is. I only h...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
Am I doing something wrong or is this normal -
I was sleeved on 12/17. The last couple of days I've been hungry....really hungry. This morning at 8:15, I drank about 3 oz of a protein shake. I started drinking water aroun...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
Just got home... -
Surgery went well. He found a little hernia but it wasn't bad enough to fix. I haven't been able, or have the desire, to eat. Water is going down. I'm really tired! Pain is...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
condiments... -
When can I add stuff like hot sauce back into my life? My surgery is tomorrow and I love spices.
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
I need a cheerleader -
I am on day 11 of my pre-op diet and today has by far been the worst day. I'm starving! My tummy is growling and all I'm thinking about is food. I thought I'd be in the home s...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
pre-op diet and retaining water... -
I've been on my pre-op for a week. I jumped on the scales today and I've gained a pound. I noticed that my ankles are puffy so I'm clearly retaining water. Do this mean that ...