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Not me! sounds pretty invasive and high risk. why would they want you to get one?

talk to him about the money end of this. sometimes this helps with the guys. does he realize how much the surgery will cost if you dont have it by 9/1/13?

6 months post op! SW 244. CW 190. total inches lost- 26 1/2. before pic Now-

I am so happy to be 6 months post op! I have lost 54 lbs. SW 244. CW 190. Down 26 1/2 inches. Im looking forward to being able to post with the vets now! before- now at 6 months-

You look beautiful!

Atta girl!! Welcome to Onderland!

my protein goal is 64 gms a day. I rarely get in that much. its a struggle even at 6 months out

Keep us updated! saying a prayer for you all

over 3 lbs a week! dont get discouraged. sounds like you are doing well. and all that exercise! muscle weighs more than fat. keep up the good work!

You look amazing!! what an inspiration you are!

I would start with the pepto. Constipation is a side effect of the immodium and the constipation is worse than loose stools.

I stayed 2 nights and was glad i did- for the pain meds, IV hydration, extra help from the nurses and techs, help with the first shower, "meals" provided, and especially the rest i got with the IV pain meds. Best of luck!

Have you ever had the munchies? thats what it feels like.

I thought one of the hardest things about the pre op and liquid post op diet was not being able to chew. SF popsicles are a lifesaver

try some warm decaf tea. it helps to get in some fluids and is very soothing. My rule for the itching is to "pat the itch" no scratching. patting the itch really helps. give it a try. Im 6 months out and I dont belch very often. im more likely to get the hiccups.

tying my shoes bending over, without effort was one of my 1st NSVs too. the NSVs will just keep coming and they feel so great. Enjoy your progress!

Sorry you are not feeling well. Are they giving you something for the nausea?

I also get the hiccups when im hungry and again when im full. not sure why

I had terrible pain in my left shoulder for about 3 days post op. they told me it was from trapped CO2 gas from the surgery that get under the diaphragm and the pain is referred to the shoulder. a heating pad really helped alot. glad your pain is gone

did you have your psych eval already?

I usually get the hiccups when i get full. if i dont stop then, i get an uncomfortably tight feeling beneath my breastbone. no fun.

Hmm that link didnt work. try going to the recipe sharing section and then search that forum for "creamy soups". i got several hits.

I did a search on the recipe sharing forum and this link might help you http://www.verticalsleevetalk.com/index.php?app=core&module=search&do=search&fromMainBar=1

Self-confidence is a turn on.

heres how to do it: on the upper right side of your screen>>click on your user name>>click on manage ignore preferences>>you can then add that persons user name and which info you want to block. hope this helps.