kshepa
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My doctor told me my chances of dying was greater from my obesity related illnesses than the surgery itself.
That said, my doctor was very thorough. He saved my life by having a filter placed before surgery to keep blood clots from going to my lungs. But, the Hematologist he had see me caused all my problems. I had a DVT 2 years before surgery but the Hematologist didn't feel it was necessary to give me blood thinners after surgery. So, one week after surgery, I threw clots in both legs from my ankles to my groins on both sides!!! The filter really did save my life!! So, it prolonged my recovery. One year later, I feel great, I've lost all my weight...but now have chronic venous insufficiency in my left leg because one of the clots is still there and will be there forever because its calcified and at a place where surgery would be impossible. So, my left leg still swells and I take diuretics and Coumadin daily. Nothing's perfect in this life. We don't get through it without challenges...but at 57, and otherwise healthy, I am so happy I had this surgery and hope everything works for you too and you love your new sleeve!!
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Great idea!! I'll try that too
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Good morning!! I just read your post and had to let you know I am 57. Had VGS 5/2012. After losing 124#, I do have loose skin in my arms, tummy, thighs and butt. After working out diligently for 1 year 5-6 times per week, I am at 28% body fat with BMI of 28 and at 195# pounds which is great at 5' 9". I wear Spanx and compression wear whenever I care about the loose skin. But most of the time, it doesn't even bother me. Good luck with your journey!! It's totally worth it to me. I can't imagine life at 320# anymore, I love being able to play with my grand babies ages 3, 2 1/2 and 2!!!
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Well, I finally got a referral to a new Gyne!! My PCP feels its just a hormonal thing, zilch Estrogen, hence zilch vaginal lubrication. I hope she is right!! And GT I'm sure technique had something to do with it too...hence, he's out of my picture!! Gotta get it together...got this new body, this new life, a new job...need the man now. And of course, pain free sex!!
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Thanks everyone!! I've lost 123#. And I've never felt better!!!
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My VGS was done 5/09/2012, I have maintained my goal weight since April. I workout with weights and trainer 3 days a week along with a 30 minute cardio workout on stationary bike doing the mountain riding programs all out. I do Water aerobics, swim laps 2-3 days a week. Lets just say I'm very active. To the point I don't even consider exercise as exercise, but just fun!!
To the point....we did a body fat analysis today at the gym and I went from 41% to 28% in the last 6 months!!!!
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I've been looking at some of the mixes online and they seem expensive. What kind do you use and do you order online or buy in a store. I live on a fixed income so I worry that that post op diet is going to be hard for me to keep up with.
I like the chocolate Body Fortress at Walmart. It runs about 18.99 for the large tub Iadd 2 tbsp of PB2 and 1 tbsp Chia seeds...yum.
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I just got around to reading this thread and I want to thank you for posting that website link!! I look in the mirror and sometimes do not recognize myself. 123# less. But for some reason I still think I am still out of proportion. Now I know I am not!! The 5'9" 190 girls all look great. And that's me, too!! How exciting!! I sometimes wonder when my best will be good enough? We are so hard on ourselves.
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Well, I am paying closer attention to when my nose starts to congest, I stop eating the minute I think I feel this and I no longer sneeze!! Thanks everyone for your input
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Does anyone else sneeze when they are full? My sinuses get stuffed up and I sneeze 5-6 times whenever I get full. It's beats throwing up!! But it's hysterical when my little 3 yo granddaughter keeps saying "Bless you, Gramma" over and over again!!! I am 15 months out and at my goal wt. the sneezing just started about 3 months ago.
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Yes and Yes!! Both have happened to me. I'm 15 months out and 120# lighter. Good luck with your journey!
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Yeah my first thought upon reading the OP was cervical polyp' date=' with the pain you are describing it doesn't sound like a dryness issue which would hurt from chafing, but not be this screaming pain you describe. Defintely definitely go see a gyno. And you know what, a therapist too: I had no idea how many issues I had been masking with food for so long, until I had lost 130 lbs, was super awesomely fit, and dating hot dudes every night of the week. Then suddenly I realized, though the suitcases are smaller, I have a lot of baggage!! lol. For us women with sex, it all starts in the brain anyway.[/quote']Thanks, Globe...I've been seeing a therapist thru out my weight loss and before. Maybe it's time for a different one. No, I do think this is more of a physiology thing, though. I've never in my whole 41 years of being sexually active felt such pain. I've felt discomfort at times when it's been a little dry. But, I just can't figure out why the pain is when it's really deep. No pain with toys.
So, off to Gyne I go. I did read online that others have had similar pain and it was a result of WLS and extra skin in vagina. Who would think of that? I just know at 57, it's weird feeling like a virgin!!
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Thanks, I will go to Gyne. But that may take awhile to get an appt. and I may need a new one because mine is so darned old and talking to him about this would be difficult. I was hoping to avoid this. Plus I can't imagine the pain!! But if its really that bad, they probably would have to give me something for the pain or do a scope. I'll get right on it, though. I never thought about being something as serious as a cervical polyp but now I cannot mess around with this until that is ruled out. Thanks again.
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So I lost 120# to have a better, healthier life. I do feel great, more energy, more sexual interest...BUT...having sex is just downright dreadfully painful!! Whether its dryness, lack of hormones, dehydration, or the fact penetration is further than its ever been...I don't know who to turn to for answers. I just know I can't go on like this. It feels like a knife stabbing me deep inside. The first few inches are just fine. But the deeper, the more pain. Last night, I was with someone new and it was totally embarrassing. I started screaming in pain!! That's not what is supposed to happen. I have read that maybe there is loose skin in the vagina and its rubbing?? Please anyone with answers and or suggestions I welcome your replies. Going to an Gyne will be dreadful and painful too but I am willing to do that. But if there is some super product out there I am not aware of, please please do tell. This is just downright depressing for me. I don't even want to date anymore. Thanks.
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Magnesium helps with leg cramps. I take Calcium w/ Magnesium which keeps them away. Also' date=' my chiropractor sent me GNC for a supplement that contains quinine. It's called, funny enough, "Leg Cramps" and is produced by Hyland. It's like 6 dollars. You can also get it at Walgreen's and WalMart.[/quote']Yes!!! Hylands Leg Cramps!! 2-3 under the tongue whenever cramping starts, stops them right away. Magnesium also helps. I've tried everything, have had leg cramps off and on for last 5 years with complete medical work up. Only thing that REALLY works is the Hylands natural remedy. You can buy it at any health food store and some pharmacies. Good Luck
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Thank you for the suggestion. After the sleeve did you have issue with changing your shopping mindset from plus sizes to normal sizes?
Yes, it takes a while. But at 14 months out, I don't even go near the plus sizes!!
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I use MFP and stay out of the forums entirely. It's a remarkably useful tool but I don't need to socialize with the people there. For one thing' date=' everyone is on a different type of diet and yet they all feel like experts on their particular road to success. That alone is enough to cause you a headache.You get a tiny bit of that here, too, but I think for the most part it's a positive place to be. We're also all here using the same method of weight loss and that helps.
~Cheri[/quote']
I totally agree, stay out of the forums and add only pals from this app. That way you are with peers on the same journey. I've used MFP for 1 year, have reached goal and made some very supportive friends. Good Luck and whatever works!!
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I just ate some trader joes popcorn cooked in olive oil with a hint of salt. Was this a bad idea? I work out 4 times a week and have a physical job. Im 7 weeks post op. I think I deserve a little popcorn.Try TJ's No Guilt popcorn or Skinny Pop!! Both are great and 39 calories/cup.
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This is the funniest post I have read in a LONG time!!! Tho I am sure it is not fun to the newbies....... This too shall pass.... yes' date=' you will lose hair, you were told that before the surgery..... yes you need to get in your Protein and Vitamins........ yet you will still lose hair..... my hair is very thick. So I lost probably a third of it........but it is all coming back, and I get compliments ALL the time, how pretty my hair is........... fret not, WORRY MAKES YOUR HAIR FALL OUT WORSE!!!! .............. so stop worrying, and you will LOSE LESS! <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/biggrin.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='
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I'm sitting in the salon getting my hair colored and cut. Yes, Hair loss is horrible when it starts and you think you're never gonna have normal hair again, But I am here to tell you, it does grown back and mine is thick and full of body. So now me and my hair have great body!!
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