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Mindy Allen
Duodenal Switch Patients
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Duodenal Switch
07/28/2015
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Thanks. That helps a lot. I'm super nervous, but I'm super determined to be healthy.
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I have lots of questions about my DS surgery, and I'm hoping to get some answers. Swelling. I've been told I'll have it. How long does it last? Will I be able to swallow my pills? Nausea. Again, how long does it last and how severe is it? Are we talking barfing or just mild seasickness? Do you really just lose weight that fast? Does your energy level increase accordingly? Any tips for avoiding the loose skin thing? I'd really prefer not to look like a SharPei when I'm done. I'll take it, but it's not my preferred look. Ladies, am I going to lose the Girls entirely? Because Idk if I can handle that one. OK, I'm going to go breathe deeply and try not to cry. I'm so scared.