Dorian

Sharing my experience here has been the BIGGEST help throughout all of this! I never felt alone or really worried because someone in my April group was also going through or had been tbrough what I was. It is a huge comfort!

The first picture is me at Christmas 2012 in a size 4x (26-28).
The second picture is from August 2013 in a size 18.

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It's very common for things to be too sweet post op. I wasn't even able to drink crystal light right away. My taste buds have gotten better and I can now handle crystal light and most Protein Shakes so it may get better for you too! I drank Unjury chicken Soup when that happened to me, even though I wasn't too fond of it.

Would love to be an 8-10. Am at 14-16 down from 26-28 now, so I'm happy here too!

Would love to be an 8-10. Am at 14-16 down from 26-28 now, so I'm happy here too!

WOW!! My deepest sympathy for your losses. That is enough to send anyone off the track. I had my gastric bypass in April of 2013 and had been very active on this site from about 4 months pre-op and for quite awhile post op. I have since then had two FAILED back surgeries. I am unable to be very active. I am down from 350 to between 195-205 depending on the day. I really want to be at 170 so I thought Id come back on here and see how others were doing. I was at the lowest of 191 a few months ago. Gonna keep following this thread so we can encourage each other! I did order a bunch of Protein powder to try to start over with what worked in the past. This is definitely a LIFELONG struggle!

My first name; boring I know! ☺

Boy we are a pair huh?? Sorry to hear you are still having pain too. Im taking classes for healthcare management but just started. May change my route depending on how my back progresses. The last fusion didn't work, he said it basically crumbled. Not sure what the future holds but I enjoy do schoolwork. It gives my brain something to do! Hope you are happy and that your pain lessens and gets controlled!

Yesterday I spent the morning cleaning my basement, then cut grass w/a push mower for three hours, then weeded my veggie garden, then walked my dogs, then made dinner on the grill. An ENTIRE day of nonstop activity without being winded, tired, or in pain! Life is good! :-)

I was so mad at the Penny episode too. There are so many people who would have loved to have been given the gift of wls and she just pissed it away! What a baby and ungrateful woman! I seriously wanted to slap her. What a poor example for her son. I loved how she didn't like the set up of where her bed was cuz she couldn't see the tv. So GET OUT OF THAT BED, WALK TO THE COUCH AND SIT WHERE YOU CAN SEE IT!! Geez.......

Hey all, have my second spine surgery a week ago. Am doing well, i think that knowing how to move around has made this one a little easier, even though it was a more involved surgery. I am hoping that this is the END of all of this. I am still having some good leg pain on the opposite side now. He said my spine is so moved and crunched it is hard to get in there. The surgery was EIGHT HOURS!! Am really following rules this time!
Weight is holding steady at between 200 and 203. Havent seen that 199 since that day long ago! Hope everyone is doing well.

I was so excited that I didn't sleep at all the night before. It is normal to be nervous but you will be soooo happy with the outcome, and the actual surgery becomes a distant memory! Best of luck to you!

I had RNY in April 2013 so im a little over a year out. pizza is my number one, all time favorite food! Everyones perception of rny is that you will never be able to eat certain foods again. That is not true! I was worried about never having pizza again too. I eat pizza now but differently than before. I have ultra thin crust vs thick. And 1 slice vs 6! LOL
Some people avoid crust altogether, but I feel that we eat such a little amount, might as well enjoy it. Some things I refuse to give up! I've lost around 150lbs so I must be doing something right!

I had RNY in April 2013 so im a little over a year out. pizza is my number one, all time favorite food! Everyones perception of rny is that you will never be able to eat certain foods again. That is not true! I was worried about never having pizza again too. I eat pizza now but differently than before. I have ultra thin crust vs thick. And 1 slice vs 6! LOL
Some people avoid crust altogether, but I feel that we eat such a little amount, might as well enjoy it. Some things I refuse to give up! I've lost around 150lbs so I must be doing something right!

In my research prior to having RNY, I remember reading that rapid weight loss can cause a decrease in estrogen in some women. This causes the vaginal dryness. I don't remember where I read this but I was the "Google queen" prior to surgery so maybe start there. I would just mention it to your Dr. I'm sure they will know what to recommend for you. Good luck!

I had RNY in April 2013 so im a little over a year out. pizza is my number one, all time favorite food! Everyones perception of rny is that you will never be able to eat certain foods again. That is not true! I was worried about never having pizza again too. I eat pizza now but differently than before. I have ultra thin crust vs thick. And 1 slice vs 6! LOL
Some people avoid crust altogether, but I feel that we eat such a little amount, might as well enjoy it. Some things I refuse to give up! I've lost around 150lbs so I must be doing something right!

Hi Kathy!
I am from Beaver Dam WI. I had Dr.Regan and LOVED him AND his team. Was a great experience and would recommend them to anyone!!

Hey all, have my second spine surgery a week ago. Am doing well, i think that knowing how to move around has made this one a little easier, even though it was a more involved surgery. I am hoping that this is the END of all of this. I am still having some good leg pain on the opposite side now. He said my spine is so moved and crunched it is hard to get in there. The surgery was EIGHT HOURS!! Am really following rules this time!
Weight is holding steady at between 200 and 203. Havent seen that 199 since that day long ago! Hope everyone is doing well.

You are a very lucky woman. I too have a great hubby! He has been there for me 120% big or smaller, and through all of my surgeries and pain, he has been a godsend!

Would love to be an 8-10. Am at 14-16 down from 26-28 now, so I'm happy here too!

Would love to be an 8-10. Am at 14-16 down from 26-28 now, so I'm happy here too!

There is something called the hibernation syndrome which is common at about 3-4 weeks post op and may last up to 8 weeks. It is your bodys reaction to less food. The body feels it is starving due to the lower amount of food and that it must store everything to survive. This can cause lethargy and even some depression. It is a common side effect and will pass. Exercising helps! Good luck!
I used to have a good link for this but if you Google it, you will find more info.