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Invictus

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  1. Invictus

    Steroids for back injury

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

    I called my surgeons office and spoke to a nurse who was downright rude about it. Practically scolding me for taking them, saying I could end up with a leak and back in surgery. She texted the surgeon who responded with consent for me finishing the pack. The only thing I was told to avoid was NSAIDS. I talked to the pharmacist etc. any way, I was very stressed after talking to the nurse
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    I didn't realize that was the case for RNY. I hope you find a solution, yucky medicine is not fun. I am barely able to tolerate my chewable vitamin!
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    I was taking the Prilosec whole from day one. I just need to take a sip of water first, then pill, then more water. No problems. Were you told not to take the pill whole!
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    Freaking out, ease my worries

    Invictus replied to Adrianabelle's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions

    Do you have an "out of pocket maximum". Because of that, my total cost was supposed to be about $8000, $5k co pay for bariatric surgery, and then about three thousand to hit the maximum. I paid the copay to the surgeon, then got a call that I had a refund coming from them. Confused at this point. Waiting on the insurance and hospital to finalize everything
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    Start tomorrow ????

    Invictus replied to mshenry11's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Find ways to keep yourself busy! If I got bored, I obsessed about what I was not allowed to eat
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    Weird pain

    Invictus replied to alycopp78's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    Are you taking Prilosec, or another heartburn med? I know my heartburn feels drastically different after the sleeve. Just a thought
  8. Invictus

    Finally broke the stall. Down 20 pounds since surgery, 35 overall. Also lost 10.75 inches. Now I just need to get up and start exercising!

    1. Mini_me007

      Mini_me007

      Great job!!!

    2. IcanMakeit

      IcanMakeit

      Yeah, I found it hard to get started with the exercise at first as well, but once you get going, it gets easier.

  9. Invictus
    I barely have enough energy to get through the day, how do you have enough extra to exercise??
  10. Invictus
    Slsgeek, I was sleeved 7/27 as well. Lost 18 pounds right away, but nothing for two weeks. I think I am shrinking as clothes are fitting differently, but it's so frustrating to not see a change on the scale! Perseverance is the plan I guess!
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    Ok. So still frustrated with the scale not moving, BUT , first NSV--a dress that did not fit last week, is almost ready to wear. Maybe with some spandex, but soon!,

    1. sweettea

      sweettea

      Well, you must be losing something - inches, or the dress wouldn't fit.

    2. pink dahlia

      pink dahlia

      Sometimes the NSV is more important than a number on a scale. The scale isn't always 100 % accurate, and can go up or down for no reason, but the clothes ? Clothes don't lie. They tell the truth, so congratulations on your big NSV ! Keep it up !!!

  12. Invictus

    Really frustrated! I assume my body is in shock from losing so much the first to weeks, and adding the multi vitamin with iron didn't help, and the monthly visitor, but seriously, gaining a pound??

    1. jane13

      jane13

      I use to gain 3-5 from "Aunt Flo"!

      drink, walk and stay away from processed foods (salt) and of course, don't add any salt.

      Stalls are inevitable - you will have them and some weeks you will gain. stay the course :D

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    I'm finding all sorts of sore spots on my body. No visible bruises as of yet, but they feel like they are bruised. I assume this is from the blood thinners, correct? How long does this last? I had surgery on July 27th
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    this makes no sense.

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

    I have mainly focused on getting in as much hydration as possible since surgery. Tummy does not tolerate protein drinks or yogurt very often. I was under the impression hydration was most important the first two weeks, but get in as much protein as you can. I hope I didn't make a mistake?!?!
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    Any advice for "itchy" incisions?

    Invictus replied to nomorechubbybutt63's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I used an ice pack to numb the itching. Now I am using a cocoa butter stick to keep the areas between incisions moisturized. Last resort is Benadryl at bed time so I can get to sleep without itching all night
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    Hospital Pre-op appointment

    Invictus replied to Cdominguez's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions

    All I had to do was registration paperwork, urine sample for pregnancy test, a conversation about pre op diet compliance and post op etc. with bariatrice center rep, then short conversation with anesthesiologist. Pretty painless, but time consuming
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    Protein intake

    Invictus replied to khaled's topic in Post-op Diets and Questions

    I recently saw PB2 at Costco, huge jar of it.
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    Just tried Fairlife chocolate milk. AMAZING! I only had a little bit because of the sugar, but it does have higher protein than regular milk. Just a couple sips was like drinking chocolate ice cream. It is also low lactose, so no discomfort, yet anyway

    1. Dawn306

      Dawn306

      Is it with the other milk and choc milk in the coolers?

    2. jane13

      jane13

      yes in with the regular chocolate milk

    3. Elode

      Elode

      Yum!

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    Week 1 done, down 13 pounds I will never see again!

    1. ProudGrammy

      ProudGrammy

      congrats on the weight loss and surviving your first week PO -

      keep up the good work for the rest of your healthier, happier, longer life

      kathy

    2. Djmohr

      Djmohr

      Great job! The first couple o weeks are the hardest.

    3. lealor

      lealor

      nope they are gone forever..lol

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  20. Invictus
    I am 7 days post op. I have had a hard time finding things my sleeve will tolerate. Sick of clear liquids. Does heartburn feel the same as before surgery?
  21. Invictus

    I think I have a case of thrush. Gonna call doctor in the morning :(

    1. IcanMakeit

      IcanMakeit

      I hope it's not too bad and you feel better soon.

    2. ProudGrammy

      ProudGrammy

      todays the day after you posted

      what did doc say?? does he want to see you soon?

      give you any advice??

      take care - kathy

    3. Invictus

      Invictus

      So I do have thrush. Have to suck on a tablet like lozenge 5 times a day. Apparently they don't taste very good and might cause stomach upset :(. Also going to start taking probiotics

  22. Invictus
    From what I heard, they inserted a Catheter while I was under, so panties would have gotten in the way. Bra will be in the way of at least one incision
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    I have tried cream of chicken soup the last three days. I love the taste, but my tummy doesn't. Cramps after eating a couple spoonfuls. Even tried lactose pill with it. Anyone else experience this and does it eventually go away? Really tired of clear liquids
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    Out of the 300s. Will NEVER see that digit in the hundreds place again!

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    2. IcanMakeit

      IcanMakeit

      My iPad won't display the previous comments, but I want to add my congratulations to the others I'm sure are there. Keep up the good work.

       

      BTW, I like your screen name. English major?

    3. Invictus

      Invictus

      Not sure why the comments aren't showing up. Thank you for the encouragement! @ IcanMakeit, Invictus is the name of a poem I fell in love with in High school.

    4. jane13

      jane13

      sweet!

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  25. Invictus

    First day of Phase 2

    Invictus replied to mmyers1962's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    @@mmyers1962 I tried cream of chicken soup yesterday. The warmth and saltiness hit the spot, so I strained half a cup into a bowl. Got about 8 small spoonfuls in, even with waiting between bites. It's gonna take my brain a bit of adjusting to the tiny stomach. I put the leftovers in tiny condiment cups in the frig, got 7 meals ready. Fortunately my husband was willing to finish what was left, cuz it would have been a lot to waste.

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