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It's definitely something to find out for sure. I have a friend who recently had the sleeve and she now has reflux and didn't before and I know others that have no issues. Problem that scares me is I have reflux now and problems from it and I never knew I even had it! I never have indigestion or heartburn or anything. It's silent and doing its dirty work without me even knowing

Hi! I would love to also get a second opinion but not sure who to go to or how much time I have before getting in to see someone else. I have heard so often about how the sleeve can worsen already acid events and create acid issues. My doctor says it's a straight shot up into the esophagus with the sleeve stomach. The RNY offers a detour so acids get stopped. I called the eng doctor I saw who did my scope and the nurse I spoke with told me she would advise me to follow what my doctor is suggesting and it all makes perfect sense. Also if acids get up there they can eat away all the good cells and can lead to cancer. Pretty scary! Idk. I just am not 100% now with either!????

Hi! I just had my last apt yesterday and had been leaning towards the sleeve this whole time. So excited. Then yesterday my surgeon said I have the starts of Barrett's esophagus and acid reflux. That ended that. He said the acids can come up and burn all the cells and can cause cancer. Also he said if there's s problem with it prior there is a guarantee it will become worse since it's now a straight shot up thru the esophagus with the sleeve. I know I surely don't want esophageal cancer or throat cancer from all these acids but I am so beyond sad and now I have a very short time to educate myself on the RNY. Good luck to you with your decision.

RNYGal I just sent you a PM

Anyone out there from Pittsburgh Pa?

That's cool. Magee is a good hospital

Maybe they can prescribe you a valium for the morning of to help calm you.

Well hello Jeanfun!!! I know exactly where you are! Thanks for writing! Nice to know I have neighbors near by. How exciting to be getting started! Good luck at your first appt! Who is your surgeon? I'll be going to west penn even tho I don't want to. I go tomorrow for hopefully my final visit and hoping to set a date! I'm excited but don't want to get too excited! Are you planning for the sleeve?

I can't get it to go off even after doing this. My app on my phone still shows over 500 notifications. Makes me crazy

Me too!

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No one? I'd love to hear what experiences you've had with this. Going for my date in 6 days!

Oh my!!! That sounds delightful!☕️

I love the bars! They are really good and very chewy. I would give them a 5⭐️

I don't have a Sam's membership but do like your post of a powder form of the Premier Protein Oh your most welcome! Glad it helped you. The closest costco to me is about 17 miles so I opted for SAMs. I used to have both memberships but just cut down to one now. Sams will also slow coupons if you have them I think! Not positive. I believe if you break down the cost between the 12 pack and the 28 pack it's just pennies difference. Although with Costco you'll get more tootsie home???? I have yet to try the strawberry. I need to look for that one! Yum! Costco also carries the premier protein 18 pack for $24.99. Many times a coupon is available for less. Always have the 3 flavors vanilla, chocolate and strawberry in stock. By far they are my favor to this day 2 yrs out Thx u for sharing info and pics!!

Hi SassyNanny. They were packs of 12 at SAMs club. I just got them yesterday. The pictures I posted were all the choices SAMs had. They're so good. The protein bars are really good too! Worth the purchase!

Anyone out there from Pittsburgh?!?

Do you put the extract in the shake for flavoring?I haven't yet but I've thought about it. I also bought the PB2 and it's a powder Peanut Butter. That would go into it also!I love pb2 but I'm unable to use it yet. I'm looking into other Proteins as well I just hadn't seen anyone use those. Let us know how it is!You got it!????

Do you put the extract in the shake for flavoring?I haven't yet but I've thought about it. I also bought the PB2 and it's a powder Peanut Butter. That would go into it also!

Yeah I really like them. I picked up 3 cases. Got them for 16.66 today. Not sure you'd get them any cheaper.

Sams Club

Wonder what it is with the left side that causes pain and so much discomfort. I've heard this by a few others as well. Interesting. Baby steps. I think your doing great so far! Stinks bending is the worst. I have a paralyzed dog that I need to bend over to manually express to pee 3x a day! This is gonna be very interesting. My biggest concern about me doing this!

Hi Dawn! So glad to hear from you and to know all is good with you! Did you stay with the bypass? How is your pain? Are you able to move much? Glad your home!

Hi Cindy. I too have back issues. I have 7 herniated discs in my lower back and have had 3 minor procedures on it with very little relief. I carry all my weight from my waist down so it just makes things harder. My back is always achy. I have neck issues, shoulder, foot and vein issues all due to my weight (well not my shoulder lol) I can't exercise cause of my foot being fractured and the doctor said its from my weight (who knows why). I would think any weight loss would benefit your back. I do think it would help you. It can help your posture or how you sit. How you stand and just the overall weight you tote around. So yes I too am getting it done to help with my back. Not sure that this helps you but it can let you know your not alone????