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gohelpyourself

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  1. gohelpyourself

    aruba 2013

    gohelpyourself commented on Christian Zaccone's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery

    aruba 2013
    wow you look like a completely different person Chris!!! Amazing. Way to go. You are an inspiration.
  2. gohelpyourself

    starting to get cold feet

    gohelpyourself replied to Lulusmom's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    First couple days are a little rough. Stay on top of the nurses for your meds and you will do fine. I am post op day 3 and I don't even feel like I had surgery.
  3. gohelpyourself
    I have no trouble getting in fluids. I took 3 good sized sips without any problem and probably could have tolerated more but was afraid. Did they even removed 80percent of my stomach? I was able to eat an entire yogurt too. Also, no bowel movement in days. No urge at all. Any feedback is appreciated.
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    2 days post op concerns...

    gohelpyourself replied to gohelpyourself's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    how about the amount of food and drink you can tolerate in one sitting? iam just 2 days post op and I can drink and eat a good amount 4oz at one. Is this bad?
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    Pre op diet

    gohelpyourself replied to vanceheather5's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    My surgeon came to see me right before I went in to the operating room and asked how I did on the diet... I said I had a couple set backs. He explained the diet helps to rid your liver of toxins and studies show that those patients that do well on diet and detox their liver have a significantly less chance of complications.
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    starting to get cold feet

    gohelpyourself replied to Lulusmom's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Had VSG on Monday... just came home today! Feel great!!! Yesterday was pretty rough. The anesthesia wearing off is the worst I think> I also was retaining urine (not unusual with general anesthesia).. I needed a catheter to drain my bladder. The stomach spasms are no fun but the meds are effective at controlling them. I just ate a greek yogurt and am sipping on a Protein shake... no problems what-so-ever. I am feeling blessed. I think what you are feeling is normal and this site has helped me so much. Good luck.
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    Not Covered! Any Luck on Appeals?

    gohelpyourself replied to UpandAtom's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    If your insurance does not cover any type of WLS then there is no appeal process. It is not covered.
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    Spasms

    gohelpyourself replied to Whatevher37's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I am two days post op and just came home today. I am having them too. They are starting to subside a tad. Bentyl, reglan, prevacid, simethicone and the lortab elixir is what they sent me home with. They (spasms) seem to strike the most when I take a sip of anything....warm or cold.
  9. gohelpyourself

    Oye! These post op stomach spasms.

    gohelpyourself replied to gohelpyourself's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Thank you guys. They are torture. I have Bentyl for them not convinced its working.
  10. gohelpyourself
    When will they go away??
  11. gohelpyourself

    Just got home from the hospital. Feeling pretty decent.

    1. inittothinit

      inittothinit

      Good news. Good luck with the next phase. Are you relieved to be on to the "post" side of the journey? I am nearing my date on 2/24

    2. Tiny One

      Tiny One

      Welcome to the loser's bench. Stick with your program & you'll be pleasantly surprised with the outcome. Good luck!!!!

    3. gohelpyourself

      gohelpyourself

      thanks.... I am still experiencing a bit of discomfort so hard for me to think ahead.

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  12. gohelpyourself
    The NP I see at my PMD said today while performing my medical clearance for VSG next week Monday ( T- 6 Days til surgery!) that 'most ppl gain the weight back... like 50%, only one or two ppl can keep it off'. What is with the discouraging comments? I would like to know what the true stats are for re-gain post-gastric surgery.
  13. gohelpyourself
    I love love LOOOOOVE sushi! Anyone post-op try eating sushi? Is it tolerable? I also have a great love for Indian Food! Sorry.. don't mind me, I am on my pre-op and thinking of FOOD!
  14. gohelpyourself

    Surgery Tomorrow! I am going to try and make pretty and take some pre op pix.

    1. inittothinit

      inittothinit

      Good luck, Belladonna......I am approved and waiting for my date so let's hear all about your journey after tomorrow.

    2. gohelpyourself

      gohelpyourself

      Thanks! My best friend did bypass 4 years ago... she came over and spent hours with me today just prepping me mentally (we are both nurses). I am prepared for a little difficulty but I know there is no turning back.... I am so done being obese.

       

    3. WildGrits

      WildGrits

      Good luck today. Prayers for a speedy recovery coming your way.

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    Sleeve 2/10.......excited

    gohelpyourself replied to ReeReOV's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    since last Friday. I am so friggen hungry. I did cheat a lil I must admit. I am hoping the lipitor I am on is keeping my liver fat at bay. LOL...I am hopeful. Definitely will be good tomorrow since surgery is Monday.
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    Pre op diet

    gohelpyourself replied to vanceheather5's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Who eats in a nail salon?! I would have wanted to yell at her liquid diet or no liquid diet! Lol. hey look on the bright side.... could have been Chipotle!
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    Pre op diet

    gohelpyourself replied to vanceheather5's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I messed up more than a couple times...not too bad but what can you do. If we were all able to stick to a 2 week liquid diet we probably wouldn't be needing surgery. No suppressants.... my surgeon employs his own pharmacist and he said no. Some of them interfere with anesthesia.
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    Monday is the big day, not to nervous..

    gohelpyourself replied to Buckfever53's topic in The Guys’ Room

    I am scheduled for Monday as well. I am trying to to think too much about it or I may start to get anxious. Going to go out today and get my clears and full liquids. I found chewable gasX and Biotin both at Dollar General. I cleaned my house as much as I care to and I am just trying to stay relaxed and pray to get through this and back to my life as soon as possible. Good luck. Many prayers for a speedy recovery.
  19. gohelpyourself
    Had my son at 40 and it has been impossible to get the weight off. I am so excited to embark on this journey and even more excited to get back to a comfortable place and be able to keep up with a toddler... it is no joke at 43!
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    Pre op diet

    gohelpyourself replied to vanceheather5's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I know... my stomach has been grumbling for the last hour. I already ate my veggies early today. I am feeling too fatigued to even get up and get food if I could.
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    chat room... ?

    gohelpyourself replied to gohelpyourself's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    it's under community tab up top!
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    chat room... ?

    gohelpyourself posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Why is there never anyone in the chat room?
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    Pre op diet

    gohelpyourself replied to vanceheather5's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    omg you are soooooo lucky!
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    Married Couple getting sleeved together?

    gohelpyourself replied to MizzouFan1's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    definitely would NOT recommend doing it at the same time> My surgery is Monday and we have a 3 year old. I need my sons father to help out as much as possible.
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    Pre op diet

    gohelpyourself replied to vanceheather5's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    we are only allowed to eat 1/2 cup of non-starchy veggies a day along with the 4 bariatric shakes. Your surgeon is allowing you to eat? I'm on day 7 of the diet.

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