kken247

Gastric Bypass Patients

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May 31, 201511 yr
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Hi, my name is Kathy and I had gastric bypass surgery on May 26, 2015. I am will be 2 weeks post-op on June 9th and as of this morning I'm down 28.2 pounds since my 2 week pre-op diet began. My weight loss surgery journey began a year and half prior to my actual surgery working with my primary physician on losing weight 'naturally', but I could not maintain the loss. Being pre-diabetic, my doctor encouraged me to have surgery to avoid diabetes and complications i would have from the onset. My mother recently passed from a stroke and I knew that I did not want to travel that same road. She had diabetes and had many complications from the disease. I'm praying that through surgery I can get a grip on the control that food has had over me throughout my whole life. I'm not going to lie, I love food. Like most people, social events and family events, have always been centered around food and I view it as more than a means of nutrition, food is about friendship, fellowship, laughter, memories, and sorrow. The most difficult part of this journey has been the protein shakes. It was easy at first, but now I gag every time I try to drink a protein shake. I can't seem to get past the taste and consistency. I miss chewing and tasting real food. So far there is nothing wrong with my sense of smell (haha), but it's driving me crazy that I cannot eat anything. My appointment with the dietitian is Tuesday and I pray that I get to move on to 'food'. I want a poached egg and avocado in the worst way!!!

Has anyone else had this same struggle?

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Stamping, paper crafting, painting, drawing, reading
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Business Analyst
City
Roanoke
State
Virginia

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I keep getting sick
I keep getting sick

kken247 posted a topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums

I had my gastric bypass surgery on May 26. Ever since I moved to soft foods I have had several days where I throw up whatever I've eaten. Is anyone else experiencing this same issue? I'm getting frustrated and starting to have regrets.
- June 21, 201511 yr
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kken247 reacted to a post in a topic: Its Here --My Day - HELP!
- June 7, 201511 yr
Two years out and happy!
Two years out and happy!

kken247 replied to O2BSkinny's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

Wow! You are beautiful! Can't wait to see my transformation.
- June 7, 201511 yr
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choosehope reacted to a post in a topic: Surgery at 56?
- June 7, 201511 yr
Surgery at 56?
Surgery at 56?

kken247 replied to choosehope's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

I'm 57 and just had my surgery 5/16. Do it! No regrets.
- June 7, 201511 yr
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kken247 reacted to a post in a topic: Food Apathy
- June 7, 201511 yr
Miss Meg reacted to a post in a topic: Finally A Shift!
- June 4, 201511 yr
Finally A Shift!
Finally A Shift!

kken247 replied to Miss Meg's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums

Way to go! I go for my first weigh in on Monday. I will be 2 weeks post-op by then. Hope I see encouraging results.
- June 4, 201511 yr
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The Story of Brian
The Story of Brian

kken247 replied to Brian88ss's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

Go for it Brian. Your decision for surgery is all about you and your family. I wish you well and much success on your journey. I'm one week post-op and know that this is not an easy decision. Good luck and God Bless!
- June 4, 201511 yr
- 3 replies

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