KristenLe
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My skinny sister who exercises regularly has a higher cholesterol than me. She is a vegetarian (so not a red meat issue).
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Concerned about back pain 11 days post op
KristenLe replied to csalt's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@@csalt Yikes! Sorry to hear that! Hope you are better soon. -
I hear you! @@gpjess I didn't need 6 months but it seems everything is taking that long anyway!
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Bladder Pressure because of Surgery!
KristenLe replied to curlysue86's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Were you catheterized? It could be an inflammation of your bladder wall. Ask about taking pyridium (Rx) - it can often help with the pain. -
Don't go by what BCBS said. They are often wrong. Call your surgeon's office.
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@@gina171 I think the only time it could be a concern is if you had kidney disease. I imagine even then you'd have to have higher amounts to cause problems.
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@@eliminnowp I encouraged him to get professional help regardless of my belief about privacy.
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I am exercising a good bit but not the day before my test. Im not a diabetic but what about the creatanine? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N915A using the BariatricPal App High creatinine is typically from dehydration.
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Tight chest
KristenLe replied to Tina Marie Pecchillo's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Call your surgeon. This could be pneumonia, a blood clot, or just a pulled muscle. Don't take a chance. -
@@Hiraeth How did everything go?
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@@Lindsay86 Glad that is all it is. Easily treated! Hope you feel better soon.
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Not qualified for a surgery. Yet
KristenLe replied to BananaSplit's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Most insurances require you to be morbidly obese (BMI 40 >) or BMI 35-40 with comorbities. They also usually look for a history at these BMIs so I recommend not trying to gain weight to meet BMI guidelines. -
Amazing transformation!!! You are truly an inspiration! Congrats!
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@@pjmckain I hope you are better soon. This is a great reminder that if we have concerns, best speaking to our surgeon rather than assuming it's the same problem as others experienced. Glad you went to ER!
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@@CarlAllen_95 Congrats! That's a great milestone! I'm proud of you!
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plateaus and other ungodly events.
KristenLe replied to tanktalken's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
@@tanktalken Better health outweighs any amount on the scale!!! That's great news and I am sure they'll continue to improve!!! -
Can't get protein in
KristenLe replied to MarieLouise's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
There's alot of info available online. Not all Programs follow the same diet but most I have seen in the US suggest high protein. -
Day 8 post-op, strange symptoms
KristenLe replied to piemonade's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
@@piemonade I'm glad you went to get care. Feel better soon! -
Try looking at the Obesity Action Coalition website for some guidance.
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Concerned about back pain 11 days post op
KristenLe replied to csalt's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thank you for the update @@csalt . Glad it was not a blood clot. Stay hydrated and hope you feel better soon! -
No support, Traveling to Mexico, alone...
KristenLe replied to Marie1120's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
There's alot of support on this site - and many who went to Mexico and did very well. -
@@Lulu_lulu Walking is excellent and an important part to avoid complications (blood clots, lack of circulation impacting healing)! Glad you are feeling so much better! Safe travels home.
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No support, Traveling to Mexico, alone...
KristenLe replied to Marie1120's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@@Marie1120 You have my support! I wish I had surgery at your age - my life would have been very different! Good luck! -
No support, Traveling to Mexico, alone...
KristenLe replied to Marie1120's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Maybe you could show her some of the research and info you learned. That may make her more comfortable. Have you been diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome? That often goes along with HS. Just tell your friend exactly how you feel and that you really could use her support. Listen to her concerns and fears. Try to help her understand.