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Essence33

Gastric Sleeve Patients
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  1.    Lanie Hardy reacted to a post in a topic: Nov 2020 Bypass Peeps?
  2. Hi everyone just had a revision. Five yrs ago I had vsg and now 1 week out of having an rny bypass. I can't really say which felt worst. But I'm blessed to have come out of it alive and well. The gas pain still awful but the keeping faith alive. But so far so good. I'm still happy.
  3.    Essence33 reacted to a post in a topic: Nov 2020 Bypass Peeps?
  4.    AGreenEyedWolf reacted to a post in a topic: Any Florida Sleevers?
  5. Are you tracking your food?Were you given a Protein target? Are you reaching your protein target every day? Are you drinking at least 64 oz of Water a day? Are you avoiding starches, added sugar, and fried foods? Are you taking your Vitamins and supplements? I would definitely recommend that you find a NUT who works with weight loss surgery patients to talk about your goals.
  6. I'm looking forward to going in April, how much was the procedure?
  7.    devillynn reacted to a post in a topic: Finally did it after yrs of researching
  8. Sorry for late reply, thank you and recovery has been good.
  9.    Kindle reacted to a post in a topic: Finally did it after yrs of researching
  10.    Essence33 reacted to a post in a topic: Finally did it after yrs of researching
  11.    fit4life123 reacted to a post in a topic: Finally did it after yrs of researching
  12.    Essence33 reacted to a post in a topic: Finally did it after yrs of researching
  13. Yes, your definitely right about that. When was your procedure? Mine was yesterday morning. I'm just getting released.
  14.    ProudGrammy reacted to a post in a topic: Finally did it after yrs of researching
  15.    Comeflywithme reacted to a post in a topic: Finally did it after yrs of researching
  16. Finally got my sleeved done by Dr. Ortiz and Dr. Martinez in Tijuana, MX. People get the misconception about having surgery across the borders, I did too at some point. However, after many research, calling the international board, checking on certificates and licensure. I know they were legit and would be my doctors. Bedside manners was awesome. They educated me and mom on everything. They answered all of my questions. I was in surgery for about am 1hr the most because he said, I had a big stomach, so instead of the 5 incision, I got 6. There small too. I didn't need any drain. It went well. I thank God first and may God bless
  17. It's been a long time coming. I am finally getting sleeved next week. I've been a part of this support site for a while now, but was gone for quite some time. I'm back and is looking forward to communicating with people going down this same road or has already done the procedure (VSG).
  18.    Beach Lover reacted to a post in a topic: Any Florida Sleevers?
  19. RJ, I thought you had the sleeve? Or was it the band? Confuse I am or mistakening.
  20.    Idlewood4 reacted to a post in a topic: Strongly considering the sleeve.
  21.    Essence33 reacted to a post in a topic: My story
  22.    Essence33 reacted to a post in a topic: Strongly considering the sleeve.
  23.    Essence33 reacted to a post in a topic: Strongly considering the sleeve.
  24. Thanks hon, its greatly needed and appreciate it. Ditto...
  25.    Essence33 reacted to a post in a topic: Waiting to pay for surgery
  26.    Essence33 reacted to a post in a topic: Waiting to pay for surgery
  27. I know what you mean. I've been waiting so long too, so these next few weeks won't hurt me either. I'm just so exicted and can't wait. Good luck to you as well.
  28. Ok, may look into him again. May I ask, how much does he charge being self pay? Don't worry though, you'll get better in no time. Your body is still adjusting to change. In due time, you'll start to feel great. I really wish you successful, speedy recovery.
  29. Ok, I'm so happy you remind optimistic about the procedures even though you had complications. Its stories like yours that gives me hope and strength to continue even when I have doubts. Thanks and speedy, successfully recovery.

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