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A weight loss surgery blog by LAN2k on BariatricPal. 6 entries on surgery, recovery and progress.

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Read more about One Year VSG Anniversary

One Year VSG Anniversary

In about 8 hours it will be one year since I had my sleeve. I have reached my goal in fact I'm about a half pound below at 134.5lbs. I still can't eat some foods very well, like chicken (white meat especially). I've got multiple issues to work on that reach beyond the body. Today the size 10 shorts I picked up in June are too big, (I am able to pull them up and down without unzipping...so I went and purchased 2 pair in size 6-8 for what's left of the warm season here in NY and for then, next

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• LAN2k
• September 15, 201016 yr

Read more about Upper Endoscopy Report in relation to LPR diagnosis follow-up

Upper Endoscopy Report in relation to LPR diagnosis follow-up

I had my 2nd upper endoscopy since my VSG surgery 9-15-2009, yesterday and over-all "FINDINGS" for Oropharynx, Esophagus, EG-Junction, Cardia, Fundus, body, all "Normal". The report continues : Antrum "Mild gastritis Biopsy taken "Duodenum Bulb- Normal 2nd portion- Normal 3rd portion-Biopsy taken.   I suppose I will hear from the doctor or one of his personal sometime next week for further findings...   Although I was groggy when the doctor spoke with me after I awoke,while still on the ta

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• LAN2k
• July 10, 201016 yr

Read more about No Improvement yet and I am concerned!

No Improvement yet and I am concerned!

LPR affects the larynx, pharynx, bronchi, trachea, and possibly even one's lungs. Sort of like a "Silent reflux" ...lovely...   LPR occurs when the upper esophageal sphincter (UES) opens and allows reflux to enter the throat. You can read all about it here:   http://ezinearticles.com/?Acid-Reflux-Part-3---Laryngopharyngeal-Reflux-(LPR)&id=157576   The ENT told me that my one a day PPI wasn't enough and to take an additional OTC like pepcid ac in addition. So I have for 3 days now an

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• LAN2k
• May 15, 201016 yr

Read more about Finally got up the courage to see an Otolaryngologist

Finally got up the courage to see an Otolaryngologist

Hey gals and guys I just thought to report what the ENT said during my appointment with him yesterday-(I finally broke down and got scoped)! It's called LPR or Laryngopharyngeal Reflux: "This occurs when reflux material extends above the upper sphincter into the throat. The structures and tissues of the larynx, (voice box), throat, trachea, bronchi, and lungs are more sensitive to stomach acid and digestive enzymes than the esophagus. Most patients with LPR never experience any chest pain or oth

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• LAN2k
• May 11, 201016 yr

Read more about Dated Journal Entries-About My WL Journey

Dated Journal Entries-About My WL Journey

4/16/2010 I had my sleeve done on 9/15/09 and suffered with unrelenting anxiety post surgery. Prior to surgery I was never clinically depressed only took anxiety medication once for an acute bout w/anxiety during a doctor supervised WL regimen that required me to take handfuls of vitamins and phentermine. I lost 76 lbs but put it all back on and then some about 5 years later.   After having the sleeve surgery I was so full of anxiety that I needed to get help. I was on the phone and on these

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• LAN2k
• April 18, 201016 yr

Read more about My thoughts from Week #2 Post-Op - Little Miss Sunshine has left the building!

My thoughts from Week #2 Post-Op - Little Miss Sunshine has left the building!

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• LAN2k
• April 17, 201016 yr