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AmandaRaeLeo

Gastric Sleeve Patients
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  1. I've been all over this forum since August/September. Originally I chose Dr. Lopez but I ultimately went with Dr. Aceves. My experience with Dr. Aceves and Mexicali Bariatric Center was nothing short of excellent. Amanda Rae
  2. I'm 10 days postop and just started back on Vitamins. I'm taking the Opurity vitamins made by the
  3. Just my two cents. But try to avoid using the the word "only" or anything synonymous when talking about your progress. I really do believe a lot of this is mind over matter. In addition to retraining our brains to eat and how to view food we've got to work on our "fattitude problems". You had surgery. Your body thinks you're starving it. From perhaps 3000+ calories a day to 800. Your body is designed to react accordingly. Do what you know you're supposed to do and don't try and fight nature. You'll only frustrate yourself. Stay away from the scale for a couple of weeks and give your brain a break... Amanda Rae
  4. I am praying you have a safe and uneventful surgery! Amanda Rae
  5. I agree. She's the only one who has to live her life. I hope it all works out for the best. Amanda Rae
  6. Who is your Mx surgeon? Maybe you can connect with someone on here who's used your surgeon who can help ease everyone's anxiety? When/if the time comes. Amanda Rae
  7. I have several pair of nice jeans a few sizes down that I'm looking forward to slipping into and rocking. Amanda Rae
  8. I had my surgery 3/18. I am still refusing to weigh myself until my PCP appointment on Monday 4/1. But I'm happy to report that when I put my jeans on this morning, the same jeans that a few days b4 surgery were uncomfortably tight, fit me just right. Not tight. Not baggy. Just right. Amanda Rae
  9. May I be so bold as to suggest counseling for your hubby and you too? Obviously his heart was in the right place, but leading you to believe he was supportive and then going behind your back and betraying your confidence shouldn't be ignored. I don't mean he should be "reprimanded" for it, just that its a big deal and maybe should be explored... Since statistics show marriage suffer post WLS, especially when there are pre-WLS issues it may be smart to handle it now. Amanda Rae
  10. I saw that when my post submitted. I really hope things get better for you soon. Amanda Rae
  11. Maybe I'm simplifying here, but the only advice to be given is see a psychologist. Right away. You got the sleeve to get healthy. Now, you're heading in the direction of being unhealthy again for a different reason. Don't wait. Call tomorrow morning. Amanda Rae
  12. Hey Canada! I'm glad you decided to share your story. I'm extra glad that your sleeve is doing its job now!! I understand it can be a challenge to sue in Mx but I definitely agree you should push back at them. Maybe you could get a refund. Amanda Rae
  13. I'm a Water chugger too and I'm happy to hear the sip sip sipping should be temporary. Amanda Rae
  14. I know this is coming from their concern but this almost seems like emotional blackmail. It seems like its decision making time. Poo or get off the pot. Then you live with your choice. Just so you know, I have the utmost sympathy for what you're going through and I hope whatever call you make brings you peace. Amanda Rae
  15. One thing I forgot to add that I loved about Dr. Aceves. He takes full advantage of his internal view. If he notices anything amiss inside like cysts or tumors. Anything off from status quo he makes detailed notes and includes it in your take home medical records so you can follow up at home with the appropriate specialist. He also sends you home with your chest X-ray and EKG. Blood labs. They made sure to add my EKG from when I was in afib and converted back to sinus rhythm. Amanda Rae
  16. Anxiety can be crippling. I know it too. I hope you are able defeat the anxiety. Amanda Rae
  17. I just posted my entire experience with Dr. Aceves. He and the MBC team were wonderful. Amanda Rae

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