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You can tell if the pain varies with what you're eating. Go slow. Your sleeve is working! Giving you feedback. You just gotta listen! life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

Thanks for the props! I'm pretty happy :-) life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

I can see it on my iPhone?! I'll have to look from the laptop. I have a hard time posting on this site :-/ life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

I started this journey January 2012 at 273#! I had six months NUT visits. Morning of July 25 my SW was 252# This morning: Tada!!! Unbelievable! I love my sleeve! life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

I had PF and did all of what pp talked about. Frustrated by months of working with MDs, I got acupuncture. Three treatments and it was gone. I had one relapse because I stopped stretching. I resumed stretching and had more acupuncture. I have been pain free for 11 months. I was completely unwilling to get cortisone shot in my tendon. Too much risk of rupture. Weigh is a big problem. Also, though, the pediatrist diagnosed a bunion at my great toe. I wear an insert that corrects that to prevent PF in that foot. I had PF in both. I hope you find relief soon. life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

Oh! Also love puréed salsa in my cottage cheese! Nom! life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

I think also we become very self-focused for long periods of time. We change the dynamics of the relationship. That's tough for spouses and kids: "no I can't eat that. No lets not go to dinner it's such a waste. No, I'm recovering. Look how good I'm doing." It's change. Our change is dramatic change for all the people who love us. life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

You can totally be a successful sleeved vegetarian. Vegan would be a challenge. But if you'll continue dairy and eat Greek yogurt...not to mention there are a ton of vegetarian soy and tofu based Protein sources like morning star farms Breakfast patties, etc. I know a very successful vegetarian sleever. I occasionally have meat aversion. I eat lentils and Beans and tofu. Nom nom nom. Good luck! life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

Are you working with a surgeon/nut/endocrinologist team? Other ppl have mentioned too few calories and lack of Protein. ITA. They also mentioned eating more frequently. I also think you've lost a lot of weight. two to three pounds a week is the norm. Here is my concern: I am concerned that you are losing muscle not fat. If you are doing high impact aerobic classes like Zumba, your body is going to metabolize muscle and hang on to fat. WLS patients eat way too few calories to support high impact aerobics this soon out. To achieve healthy and safe weight loss we want low impact, like your walking, and weight training. Your heart is a muscle. Be careful. life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

You can lift light weights. For example, if your surgeon said do not lift more than 15 pounds, you can do bicep curls and triceps extensions with two five pound weights for a total of 10 pounds. If 5 pounds is too much, do two pounds. You can always lift more reps with less weight. Smaller muscles (anterior deltoid) respond better to this higher reps/lower weight. If you pull on your incisions, they're going to hurt. If you need pain meds after lifting light weights, you're lifting too much. Lift sitting down and you won't engage your core. And/or lift one arm at a time if you feel your core tighten when you lift. life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

There is a sleeve plication procedure that is reversible. The surgeon plicates the stomach and folds/rolls it back. My surgeon does them. This is a new technique. life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

Drink a lot of water! Good luck! life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

I love your doctor! Great post! life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

Totally different person! Do ppl recognize you? Good ya for getting back on track!!! life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

Don't worry! It'll happen. Either way, you'll still have surgery. Yea you! See you on the losers bench! life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

This issue varies by surgeon as much as diets do. It Also varies with the kind of pain you are treating. life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

Well you could take a Lysol sponge bath with those antibacterial wipes they sell in bulk at costco. LOL! life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

The bacteria are strong and concentrated! Make sure you are drinking 96oz of Water. Also try using dial soap or any antibacterial you like, daily. life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

It's the bacterial byproduct of being in ketosis. I use Mitchum, too. I've been known to "freshen up" my pits with hand sanitizer 0.O I carry Listerine, as well. life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

At about 65 pounds lost, ppl got confident enough to compliment me. Many said they thought I was losing a couple weeks before they said anything. Weight is such a touchy subject. I give ppl the benefit of the doubt. They don't want to hurt me. No one know so had surgery. life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

Sorry: 4 mos post-op. life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

Idk that place. I'm mos post-op. when my family wants Tex-Mex, I eat tortilla Soup or a side of black or pinto Beans. It's sooooo much food! I sometimes just eat off DHs plate. Fajitas are a good option, too. life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

I too am a patient of Dr. Patterson. She is incredibly efficient. That woman blows my mind. I've had two procedures with her. VSG in July and a abdominal hernia repair last week (from csection not VSG). I've been working with her office since January. Highly recommend this practice. No complications. Great follow up. She really listened to some feedback and made changes. While a guru for sure, still humbled by her patients. Great doctor and surgeon. My relationship with Good Sam hasn't been as involved; still, great nursing staff. No complaints. Things went very smooth. What are your specific questions? life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX