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Try meditation daily for the panic attacks. It really helped me.

I'm feeling guilty today because I splurged on 5 mini cupcakes with icing. I was just going to have one, and got carried away. I felt horrible after, physically and emotionally. Cake is my weakness and I knew better. I feel I can never splurge without feeling so guilty. I'm only 4 months out and know I shouldn't be doing this. Thanks for letting me vent too...

I'm kinda freaking out now about my hair loss. I'm at 3 months and it just started, so was pleased to see the issue brought back up on the forum. My shower is full of hair everytime I wash my hair. My bathroom is full of my hair. My hair is one of my best attributes so yes, I'm worried. I do hope it stops shedding soon.

Congratulations! Keep up the walking. Wish I had after my surgery. Would have helped with the gas!

Best of luck

Best of luck to you. There are days that I question my surgery decision, but most days I believe it's the best decision I've ever made. I too felt panic right before my surgery and almost backed out. I'm so glad I went through with it. I'm 6 weeks out and 27 lbs down.

Hopeandagony I'm with you on being afraid of getting sick. I was hesitant to have this surgery, as I have a phobia of throwing up. So far, it hasn't happened. I'm 6 weeks out. I never eat more that 3-4 Oz at a time though and strictly abide by the drinking rules.

I started having decaf with creamer 4 weeks out. I'm sitting here enjoying a cup right now. I do just fine with it.

Prayers for a good outcome

Congratulations and Happy Birthday!

So sorry to hear this sad news. I'll keep your family in my prayers

Hope you feel better!

The gas x strips worked well for me along with walking. I also found that slow, deep breathing helped to release it.

Wow, you look imaging. I started at the same weight you did. I sure hope I get as good results as you did! I'm only 3 weeks out.

My psychiatrist is concerned this could happen to me too, so I did start therapy. I think it will really benefit me. I found someone who works on a sliding scale that sees me for $40 per session. Of course this group is great for support too. I'm on here as much as I can. A local support group like I am fortunate enough to have is also a great idea. Best wishes...