Lori21769
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Third Month is the Charm!
Lori21769 replied to wannalise's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Great post! I needed that. -
popcorn....how long did you wait to eat it?
Lori21769 replied to mommytoethan's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I just had popcorn for the first time this afternoon, and I am almost 11 weeks out. No problems going down. It was a nice treat. -
Does Gastric Sleeve Surgery "cure" diabetes?
Lori21769 replied to MINI-Me's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I'm pretty pumped about it! -
My insurance won't even consider someone for any bariatric surgery that is not at least 35 bmi.
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VSG colonoscopy question
Lori21769 replied to possumtrot's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am also curious about the pre-colonoscopy prep. We can't exactly hold the amount of liquid average people can .... I have been avoiding making my appt. for the colonoscopy in fear they will still expect me to drink a couple liters of stuff. -
Does Gastric Sleeve Surgery "cure" diabetes?
Lori21769 replied to MINI-Me's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I am an insulin dependent diabetic. Pre-surgery I was taking 4 shots a day. 3 short-acting with meals, and 1 long-acting at bedtime. Since week two post-op, I have had NO short-acting insulin, and reduced my one shot at night by 75%. I expect soon to be off insulin completely. -
my dr. has only done 6 sleeves...is that a concern??
Lori21769 replied to NY Lou's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was number 7 for my surgeon. He had done hundreds of bands and bypasses, but only 6 sleeves. I was the first at the local hospital to have a sleeve. I think I got far more attention and better care as a result- since everyone was learning and paying a LOT of attention. -
my one and only fear/question re sleeve...hi, im new here.
Lori21769 replied to NY Lou's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
When I go out to eat with friends and family, I just eat very slowly, chew very deliberately, and participate in more conversations. I always end up taking food home. I don't think anyone cares how much you are eating- just that you are there, socializing. No worries! -
OK, it happened.......I had my first pity party
Lori21769 replied to texaschick's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Tomato soup made with skim milk. -
It seems like about every 2 hours I am hungry.
Lori21769 replied to escapesunshine's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I, too eat every 2-3 hours. I feel... empty. My surgeon and nutritionist said that was fine as long as I was getting high protein, low fat and carbs. Adding Special K protein water to my liquids helps me feel full longer. I have been on Prilosec since a month before surgery. -
Extreme weakness post-op
Lori21769 replied to Georgia's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was very weak for the first 3 weeks until I was able to find a protein powder that I liked and get enough protein. That made all the difference. I highly recommend BSN Lean Desserts. They come in wonderful flavors, and two scoops with water gives you 42 gms of protein. -
I'm in Frederick, MD. Sleeved April 8, 2010, down 35 lbs. I have hit a stall- trying to work through it.
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My surgeon told me to expect a weight gain of 10-20% once I hit my lowest weight. He said the body will adjust up to where it feels healthy/normal.
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OK, I can't stand Isopure, any other ideas
Lori21769 replied to texaschick's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
BSN Lean Desserts! -
I guess all surgeons have slightly different guidelines. I was put on solids 3 weeks out, and eating a greek yogurt takes me 10 minutes. A typical meal (3-4 oz of protein, veg, and carb) takes me about 10-15 minutes to eat. I'm lucky I don't have acid reflux. What are the "slimies?"
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My legs... and so many other areas... really look like lumpy gravy! Never have I had such cellulite. Its pretty disgusting.
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I didn't sleep well for the first couple of weeks, despite my sleep meds. I felt like I had to sit up, or get up and have something to eat or drink. I was totally miserable. It does pass as you heal. I now sleep just fine. Naps were very helpful. I take Prilosec for the acid, and it works well. You may want to add some Tums after your last meal in addition to your acid med.
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I'm two months out and at a stall. A little discouraging.
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I could drink coffee after the third day. No problem. I think at two months out, I am eating too much food. I can eat half a restaurant sized salad at a sitting. My meals are small, but frequent. The only problem food for me are triscuits. I feel like I have a sleeve full of barbed wire when I eat them- so not worth it. I eat a lot of sugar-free popsicles at night.
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FIRST post op appointment today and the weight loss is..............
Lori21769 replied to Lillie24's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Excellent!!! I am 7 weeks out, and have lost 35 lbs. -
somebody tell me the truth!!!!
Lori21769 replied to brighteyes0919's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I was not able to go back to my desk job for three weeks- and even then I thought that was too soon, as I was terribly weak. -
30 pounds in 2.5 months?
Lori21769 replied to erh92's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I lost 33 lbs in 7 weeks. -
Post Op Clears to full liquids
Lori21769 replied to Dalisgirl's topic in Post-op Diets and Questions
I had clears for 3 days, full liquids for a week, then mushies - my favorite being meatloaf, mashed potatoes and peas in the food processor. The best meal I ever ate! -
Should I have gotten the DS (Duodenal Switch)
Lori21769 replied to tia_1417's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
But what IS the 5 day pouch test? What do you do? -
Should I have gotten the DS (Duodenal Switch)
Lori21769 replied to tia_1417's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
What is a "five day pouch test?"
