rte837
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rte837 got a reaction from MommaScoggs in How long is food in your stomach?
I'm a Nuclear Medicine technologist and we do a study just to determine that! Typically, 90% of what you eat is gone from the stomach in 2-4%; that's the "normal" range. It is effected by what you eat, how much you eat and if you have Fluid at the same time. With RNY bypass, it's typically faster. I haven't done enough studies on "sleeve" patients to give you an average. Hope this helps.
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rte837 got a reaction from insul817 in Feeling lost
When in your entire life have you ever lost 20 lbs. in just 2 weeks!? Re. the surgery; I had repair of hiatal hernia that was quite bad and involved esophagus. This was done separate and I woke in recovery in the worst pain I have ever had in my LIFE. It gets better. Be patient and focus on the GOOD. Amazing wt loss in short time; less GERD symptoms. Each day you'll have less pain and note more benefits.
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rte837 got a reaction from Berry78 in How long is food in your stomach?
OOPS! That was 2 -4 HOURS. Sorry!
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rte837 got a reaction from Berry78 in How long is food in your stomach?
OOPS! That was 2 -4 HOURS. Sorry!
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rte837 got a reaction from SGirl35 in Soft foods
NO! First of all, it's not a soft food. Second, I very much doubt the GI tract could handle that gassy roughage that soon after surgyer.
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rte837 got a reaction from genia22 in Feeling lost
?? Did you have renal (kidney) disease going into this?? Did they admit you to address the severe anemia? I'm really sorry you're having all these issues! What state are you in?
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rte837 got a reaction from insul817 in Feeling lost
When in your entire life have you ever lost 20 lbs. in just 2 weeks!? Re. the surgery; I had repair of hiatal hernia that was quite bad and involved esophagus. This was done separate and I woke in recovery in the worst pain I have ever had in my LIFE. It gets better. Be patient and focus on the GOOD. Amazing wt loss in short time; less GERD symptoms. Each day you'll have less pain and note more benefits.
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rte837 got a reaction from KarenInOz in Anyone else have this issue???
My first night after surgery, I had THE most VIVID dream of a perfectly made grilled cheese and Tomato sandwich. And I would watch my brother eat and TELL him how! Like; take a bite of that fried chicken and a spoonful of macaroni and cheese with it!! You're just suffering a loss. It's not unusual to feel what you're feeling. Re. change in diet from 10 years ago; things change and techniques and opinions change re. what and when you can eat. You're pouch will be the final boss. Good luck.
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rte837 got a reaction from insul817 in Junk food
Yes, I have issue with junk food and crazing. You will be sorry you are giving in so early. I was so stupid that I put back on about 55 lbs and had a revision surgery. (And yes, I still have issues!) Some of the bariatric food/vitamin places sell versions of healthier chips that aren't bad. And the raw carrots option was a good suggestion. Good luck.
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rte837 got a reaction from KKLive in Chest hurts when eating stuff
You're eating too much, too fast or not chewing well enough. And just 7 weeks out, I'm surprised you're eating hamburger. You're pouch has to get used to things again. Introduce the items slowly. One day they might be fine and another day, cause nothing but distress. CHEW, CHEW, CHEW. And maybe start with something less hard to digest. Let the pain guide you. Good luck; looks like you're making good progress!
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rte837 got a reaction from KarenInOz in Anyone else have this issue???
My first night after surgery, I had THE most VIVID dream of a perfectly made grilled cheese and Tomato sandwich. And I would watch my brother eat and TELL him how! Like; take a bite of that fried chicken and a spoonful of macaroni and cheese with it!! You're just suffering a loss. It's not unusual to feel what you're feeling. Re. change in diet from 10 years ago; things change and techniques and opinions change re. what and when you can eat. You're pouch will be the final boss. Good luck.
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rte837 got a reaction from victoriak419 in Spacing out vitamins
Your body will thank you AND......you'll be full more often from all the Vitamins and get in Water at the same time. All leads toward the goal of a beautiful, more healthy you!!! Have a great day!
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rte837 got a reaction from victoriak419 in Spacing out vitamins
The purpose of all the Vitamins is because your new pouch can't absorb all you need at one time. To take (i.e.) 3 vitamins at one time will defeat this purpose. You might take 1 Vitamin and 1 Calcium together; but not 2 vitamins at the same time or 2 calcium at the same time. Until you are allowed to cut down on the amount of vitamins you take, you will seem to be taking something all day long! Hope this helps.
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rte837 got a reaction from Kierajay in Acid reflux problems after going off meds
RNY 2003; revision 2008; I've been on prevacid for YEARS! Every time I try to go off of it, I get ulcers. If you need it, you need it.
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rte837 got a reaction from Berry78 in Help I'm hungry all the time
Did they recheck your thyroid levels?
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rte837 got a reaction from Juliezy in Throwing up
I had a similar problem. This was about 7-8 yrs. after a revision. Ended up having surgery for a hiatal hernia. Showed most of my anatomy (gastric pouch) was above the diaphrahm. Anyway, it solved the problem.
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rte837 got a reaction from Akka in Day 2 Post Op - What to drink and when? Advice please.
Try the liquid Isopure. Smooth. Grape and orange served cold aren't bad.
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rte837 got a reaction from jenifreckles47 in Protein!
I Hated almost everyone I tried. The only one that was palatable to me was Isopure. Make sure you get the no carb one. Grape and orange, to ME, were the best. I didn't like the powder. And they tasted better cold.
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rte837 got a reaction from tanyamann32 in Calf Pain
I'm not at all surprised it's a clot. Sorry it took so long for it to be figured out. This is serious stuff. Hope you feel better.
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rte837 got a reaction from SeaShells82 in Calf Pain
I'm a nurse and nuclear medicine technologist. DVT is going to be one of the first things they rule out. Any Abdominal surgery can pose that risk up to 6 months. Have it checked. Other symptoms can include warmth and redness in that area. If a clot in the leg breaks and goes to the lungs, it can be very, very serious. Don't play around. See a Dr. to be on the safe side.
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rte837 got a reaction from tanyamann32 in Calf Pain
I'm not at all surprised it's a clot. Sorry it took so long for it to be figured out. This is serious stuff. Hope you feel better.
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rte837 got a reaction from reinaf89 in Loose skin
Be proud of it and wear it as a badge of courage and commitment!
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rte837 got a reaction from SeaShells82 in Calf Pain
I'm a nurse and nuclear medicine technologist. DVT is going to be one of the first things they rule out. Any Abdominal surgery can pose that risk up to 6 months. Have it checked. Other symptoms can include warmth and redness in that area. If a clot in the leg breaks and goes to the lungs, it can be very, very serious. Don't play around. See a Dr. to be on the safe side.
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rte837 got a reaction from SeaShells82 in Calf Pain
I'm a nurse and nuclear medicine technologist. DVT is going to be one of the first things they rule out. Any Abdominal surgery can pose that risk up to 6 months. Have it checked. Other symptoms can include warmth and redness in that area. If a clot in the leg breaks and goes to the lungs, it can be very, very serious. Don't play around. See a Dr. to be on the safe side.
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rte837 got a reaction from SeaShells82 in Calf Pain
I'm a nurse and nuclear medicine technologist. DVT is going to be one of the first things they rule out. Any Abdominal surgery can pose that risk up to 6 months. Have it checked. Other symptoms can include warmth and redness in that area. If a clot in the leg breaks and goes to the lungs, it can be very, very serious. Don't play around. See a Dr. to be on the safe side.