Catherine Shinn Habhab

Yes, a doctor and some blood tests are probably all that can help. It's not unheard of for people to develop an allergy later in life, but I haven't heard of your specific reaction after VSG. I know that my lactose intolerance got much, much worse immediately post op (it went from a nuisance that bothered me once in a while to an outright inability to consume any dairy for several months) but your reaction is much more serious than that.
My friend developed a seafood allergy late in life and I've heard of people developing serious reactions to artificial sweeteners all of a sudden, after years of using them with no issues. After my twin pregnancy, I developed an allergy to sulfites. Just all of a sudden, one evening at dinner, a favorite wine caused hives, swelling in my throat and trouble breathing. It was easy to pinpoint the cause and a trip to the doctor confirmed what we suspected.
Good luck and be careful until you do get into a doctor.
~Cheri

A nurse that I hadn't seen in a couple of months (he works night shift) said WOW, you've lost a lot of weight! And a patient that comes for scans every six months said the same thing and suggested that I get a new uniform!!

I went shopping today for some new scrubs to wear to work, have been off for over a year! My 3x scrubs no longer fit!
I squealed with delight when I could squeeze myself into an xl shirt and pants! That's something I have not done since I was in my teens:) so so happy, I can't wait to go back to work looking amazing!

I went to renew my drivers license today and asked the clerk to change my weight listed to my current weight. She called her coworker over and they wanted to know how I had lost 80 pounds and if I would recommend WLS. When I reach my goal, I may just go back and get a new license, but this is my weight today and I worked hard to get there and I'm proud of it. Also, I put on a new pair of Ann Taylor 12 Petite black jeans today that have been in my closet as inspiration and aspiration for the past month. They not only fit...I needed to wear a skinny belt!

Going back to work and having lots of energy!!!
Cleaning out my closet of 24's and 22's and giving to people who need them.
Saving a ton of money on food!!!
Getting my EOB from insurance and seeing they actually paid for what they said they would!!!

My NSV is being able to enjoy SEX without any extra movement from by butt and belly. LOL!!!

*Having NO slacks left to wear to work (all too big!)
*Crossing my legs. Comfortably..without going numb
*Fitting into an XL sports tank (formerly wore a 22/24 top)
*I made so many new holes in my belts, I had to get rid of them altogether!
There are more NSVs, and I cherish each one.

I'm only 3.5 weeks out - but today I wore a suit jacket to work! I had not worn one in a long time because they fit so tight. Also - the shirt I wore under it is going in the goodwill bag when I get home (my first donation since surgery)! Also - I no longer have to raise the steering wheel in the car to get in and out! WOO HOO!!!

I was able to actually run on the treadmill yesterday. And at an incline! I havnt actually ran in over two years. I also didnt get terrible cramps in my calves, which is why I stopped running to begin with. Progress!

I started 7 weeks ago in a tight 20- should have been a 22. Tuesday- I tried on a pair of 14's and they fit! Now mind you- they didn't look great- but they were on and zipped with NO muffin top! My ex husband actually asked if I had lost weight (this is the same man who didn't notice when I chopped 9 inches off of my hair). Good times!

I am wearing jeans with no belt. No beachball belly pushing my pants down. Hip bones actually doing the job.
The exception is the jean shorts I put on this morning. I bought them a few months ago and now they are too big, needed a belt. Another month and they will be displayed at the Goodwill.

The lady in wawa didnt recognize me, and asked my son if i was his older sister! I had not been there in a few months ans normally i talk it up with the lady who rings us up....that was a def NSV. Im hoping i have the pants victory soon :-)

Today I wore pants that I haven't worn in YEARS (yes, I save everything). I tried them on a few weeks ago and they were a little tight...so I put them back in the closet thinking ok, I'll try them in a couple weeks. Well today I put them on and they were big...almost sloppy...I was amazed!! I wore them to work but they probably won't be worn again. Squeal!!

I love food. I still cook. Watch cooking programs. Take cooking classes with my wife. I'm fussier about what I eat because I can only eat a small amount, but my relationship with food is better.
It hasn't affected the people around me except that they're happy that I'm healthier and happier. If my wife was eating a bag of chips in front of the TV, I might have some hommus and some carrot sticks. Or nothing, and that's ok too.

I don't think you'd think anything was 'better' as long as you're sucessful.
Lap Band is older than VSG. But I'd assume if someone has got to goal with a band they don't really care.
RNY is decades old. If someone had a by-pass a few decades ago and are still at goal, I don't think they'd care that they don't have a VSG.
Who knows, it might be 15 years until there's a 'better' proceedure - how long are you prepared to wait?
Good luck
Deano

it's hard not to compare you success to other's :/ but, do you feel better? and hey, you CAN walk on the treadmill, could you before your 75 lb loss?
the stall will break soon,keep your chin up!

You can not have naproxen. Unfortunately non steroids anti inflammatory drugs. NSAID's can cause bleeding and ulcers in our sleeves. You can have acetaminophen and other drugs.
I'm pretty familiar with chemical names if you want to list them.
You can have opiate/codiene based narcotics as long as they are not compounds with NSAID's

My doctor's office had a ChefDave.org recipe out called "Smooth Albacore tuna Spread." Tried it last night. pureed 7 oz albacore tuna, 1 tsp hot sauce, 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup light mayo, 1/4 cup light sour cream, 2 Tbsp fresh dill and 1 tsp garlic, minced. This makes SIX two-tablespoon servings. 8 g. Protein, 90 cal. The only thing I will do differently next time is omit the garlic. It's a little much for my stomach right now. I was skeptical that 2 Tbsps of tuna would be "satisfying," but it was.

it's hard not to compare you success to other's :/ but, do you feel better? and hey, you CAN walk on the treadmill, could you before your 75 lb loss?
the stall will break soon,keep your chin up!

Congrats on your 75lb loss!! Remember everybody's body is different, try to stay positive!! Try to break the remaining 60 pounds into 10 pound increments, little goals are easier to reach!
Good luck and keep up the good work!!

I saw that on FB too....I want to buy jars and and give them to my friends for a New Year's gift.
Like GeauxForIt said, you forget so many great and funny things that your kids said and did.

Cool idea! Especially for me bc I forget all the funny things my kids say.

I just saw this idea in a post on FB, and thought it was a great idea for 2013. For me, I'm going to call it a Gratitude Jar -- and I think it'll be amazing to start putting thoughts in it now...and then look at everything a year from now once I'm hopefully sleeved and down a whole lot of pounds! Just wanted to share
Starting January 1st, write down good things that happen to you on little bits of paper and put them in a jar. Things such as:
- surprise gifts
- accomplished goals
- the beauty of nature
- "LOL" moments
- memories worth saving
- daily blessings that come your way
Then...on December 31st, open the jar and read all the amazing things that happened to you in 2013! We often lose sight of all the 'little' wins in life...Well, not this year because they'll sure add up!

both. ive clothes that dont fit me anymore but when I have my operation I cant wait to be able to wear them again even if its only for a little bit, well done

Great job! Your not the only one I have a suit case filled with jeans and tops that dont fit me yet...Ive had them there for about 6 years congrats on your success keep the good work up