Everything posted by elhudge
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tall female sleevers...
Hey ladies...glad everyone is doing well. Had a follow-up with the surgeon today and he says begin maintenance. I am 5'9" and 166. Happy medium. My BMI still says overweight but I wear size 6 clothes!
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My journey thus far
Hello all. I was sleeved 12/16/13. I am 5'9" start weight was 256lbs. I was pre diabetic, cholesterol was high and I had acid reflux. I currently weigh 195lbs. Labs are great. I feel wonderful! So grateful for this surgery. I hope everyone takes advantage of their second chance. Be blessed! [ATTACH]42728[/ATTACH]
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6 month Anniversary! W/pictures
Very nice!!! Great job!
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December 2013 Sleevers Come In!
That chest pain/stuck feeling is normal...I had it in the hospital and thru week 1....every now and then if I drink too fast or the liquid is too cold I still feel that way.
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December 2013 Sleevers Come In!
Thank you!! I'm gonna try some B12 this week also.
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December 2013 Sleevers Come In!
Yessssss!!! I wish I had more energy, but I understand my body is still healing. I went to a basketball game yesterday...standing room only...I was exhausted and still feeling it today!!
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December 2013 Sleevers Come In!
Hey all!! Sleeved 12/16 Sw;252, morning of surgery 236, CW 210. Having a relatively easy go of it. Protein shakes are no longer my friend and I have lots of fatigue, but no pain, no problems getting my fluids in either.
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6 months out!
You look great!!
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December 2013 Sleevers Come In!
I pureed some turkey and sweet potatoes with the juice from the potatoes...3 bites later I was stuffed!! They were the best 3 bites EVER! Im on full liquid, but got the ok to puree some Christmas dinner from my surgeon yesterday.
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Tall Women, Tell Me Your Story!
My surgeon just set a 160lb goal for me...Im 5'9. I am good with 170. We shall see!
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MOODY! !
I had my meanie pants on today and I knew it but couldn't help it.
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:(
Yes but think of how fab we will be next year! Same surgery date :0)
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December 2013 Sleevers Come In!
Ewww a blister...oh my! The incision to the right of my belly button hurts from coughing. I'm still sleeping in the recliner, laying flat is not comfortable at all. The good thing is I am actually sleeping!!
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December 2013 Sleevers Come In!
Surgery was 12/16 and I believe I have the itchiest incisions in the world!! That is my chief complaint at this point so I suppose I am lucky. I am still on clear liquids and I don't move to fulls until Tuesday. I am looking forward to adding to my diet. When will this itching stop?? Ugghhhh!
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December 16Th Sleeve Date, Who's With Me?
I was told to rest and get my water in. Im really liking chicken broth!! So far its my favorite! I start protein next week.
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December 16Th Sleeve Date, Who's With Me?
My favorite is waking up coughing!! That shit hurts!
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December 16Th Sleeve Date, Who's With Me?
How is everyone doing? Im at home sipping on my water, taking pain pills, and zofran. Not feeling as bad as I thought i would.
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December 16Th Sleeve Date, Who's With Me?
Goodnight sleevers...see ya on the loser's bench!
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December 16Th Sleeve Date, Who's With Me?
Got my call...6am.
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December 16Th Sleeve Date, Who's With Me?
Waiting for the hospital to call with my time.
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Tall Women, Tell Me Your Story!
I am 5'9" and started at 253lbs. 7 days,in my pre-op diet I am 244. My goal is 170. Planning to re-evaluate when I get there.
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Notifications?
Found it on the slidey thing!! Thanks!
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Notifications?
Where are my notifications? I am using the android app. I get the email, but then I have to go to participated to find it on here. Is that the only way?
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December 16Th Sleeve Date, Who's With Me?
12/16 here!
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10 More Days....aaaaahhhhhhhhh!
I think they are going to turn me away before I get on the table.