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evonnrae got a reaction from carrie1968 in Pulmonary Embolism? June 16, 2015

I actually have a history of PE...non surgical related and I live a very active life. I am currently on coumadmin for life. This was one of my main questions and concerns to my surgeon and pcp. Because of many history I am already at a higher risk of dot or PE. My doc will take me off of Coumadin prior to surgery and put me on lovanox before during and after surgery. It definitely frightens me yet I want to be informed as possible and take all necessary precautions to lower my risks given my situation

evonnrae got a reaction from mylastchance21 in African American Sleevers December 5, 2012

To all my AA brothas and sistas on this thread, I would like to wish all my upcoming November sleevers a safe and speedy recovery. Pray that any source of doubt, fear, and worry will be replaced with confidence, courage, faith, and happiness. I'm making room for all of us on the losers bench, including myself. 1 week from today I will be SLEEVED and ready to continue my journey to optimal health inside and out. You all have been a great support system these last few months of me joining the site and I do look forward to continuing this journey with you all. If anyone is on Youtube, I created a channel for my wls journey. Look me up at Challengemeverticaly...I'm still getting used to how youtube works...bare with me .
November 9th here I come!!!!

evonnrae reacted to CowgirlJane in Post Op: What Do You Track (If Anything) When You Eat? December 3, 2012

Early on, I logged everything on MFP. My main focus was quantities, Protein, water/fluids and to a lesser extent calories and carbs but i had been given guidelines.
Working with my NUT, at some point she had me move away from the eating by the numbers and I don't track now, but do "count" Protein.
As part of my push to get to goal, I am going back to counting protein and carbs starting today...woo hoo!
I valued highly my early experience of tracking EVERYTHING - and that included the weighing and measuring. This helped alot with the whole "have I had enough? too much"" doubts in those early months. I was trained to and still eat this way - small portions. Eat from a side dish using appetizer utinsils. I think it is one of the most important keys to success in this journey. When you read about people saying how they "can" eat alot after a year out or whatever from surgery... well, that is probably true of most of us. If you never get in the habit of doing it, you don't know if you "can" or not, you just DON'T since you aren't really hungry anyway. This is the mental/head part of this whole deal. It seems so clear in the early months - well of course I can't eat much - but over time that changes and the habits you establish now will determine whether you are crying or leaping with joy at your 9, 12 month and beyond milestones.
I am excited for you!!!!

evonnrae reacted to Bawse52 in I Have Gained 15 Lbs But Dropped 3 Pants Sizes November 24, 2012

Before I had this surgery I was worried about loose skin and not having any muscle tone after the surgery. Well I am proud to say that I am a year out of surgery and I don’t have any loose skin. I have always lifted weights and wanted continue after I had my surgery. I am going to be honest when I got back in the gym after surgery I was extremely weak, in college I could bench about 475 lbs., when I got back in the gym I could barely bench 145 lbs. I stuck to it and now I am up to 375 lbs., I work out 4 days a week and I swim 3 say a week. I don’t run or walk because of the stress on my knees, I think once I get to my target weight I will start to run. Just recently I have noticed that I have gained 15 lbs. but my waist and my shirt size has reduced by 3 sizes. At first I was frustrated about the weight gain but I was told that I am gaining muscle mass and it is much heavier than fat. I think I am going to add more cardio to my routine so I can get to my target weight then I will continue my weight regimen. I am so glad I decided to have this surgery..it has really changed my life!!!

evonnrae got a reaction from ebonymorton in Last Week Sleevers..lets Chat.. November 14, 2012

I was sleeved on Nov 9th. So far so good. I stayed in the hospital overnight. I'm on Clear Liquids for 2 weeks. The gurgling in my stomach is annoying. I'm not sure if its gas or hunger or both. I've been able to get my liquids down. I tried sf Jello and it hurt. My doc doesn't want me to be concerned with Protein the first 2 weeks. Just stay hydrated. I have however incorporated some form of Protein Drink in my 48oz. I do a leisure walk 1-2 times per day. I'm exhausted afterwards. I have started taking my Vitamins which have helped my energy levels. Looking forward to the pureed stage....I'm over these liquids. Lol

evonnrae got a reaction from Vidalia in Incision Discomfort And Sleep November 13, 2012

Great feedback. I had the best sleep last night.popped half a percocet for a little pain, turned my pillows into somewhat do a hospital bed and it was lights out from there.

evonnrae got a reaction from mike010906 in November Sleevesters? November 12, 2012

Hi November Sleevesters! I just wanted to thank everyone for their prayers and well wishes. I had surgery on November 9th. I feel better than expected. No real pain, no vomiting. I was up walking a few hours after my surgery. Just working on staying hydrated with Water, broth, popsicles and diluted Isopure. SF Jello doesn't go down to well so I'm staying away from that. I've been walking slowly. Coughing hurts and my stomach is constantly rumbling/ gurgling...what's that all about? I've been sleeping in my living room chair which feel good for my stomach but not for the greatest sleep. Sending prayers to those of you with upcoming surgeries. Stay positive and prayerful that everything will be ok.