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KathyawesomeSmith

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  2.    KathyawesomeSmith reacted to a post in a topic: Shakes to shake things up?
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    A1C before surgery...

    KathyawesomeSmith replied to Journey4myhealth's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    Mine was 8.8 and my fasting blood glucose was 178 with meds. The moment the surgery is done, everything will change. Don't worry.This is why they do the surgery.
  7.    SandyToes143 reacted to a post in a topic: What scale should I buy?
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    What scale should I buy?

    KathyawesomeSmith replied to sunshinegal22's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    Also it measures up to 400 lbs
  9. KathyawesomeSmith

    What scale should I buy?

    KathyawesomeSmith replied to sunshinegal22's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    Weight watchers has a scale that's very accurate and it shows BMI and everything
  10.    KathyawesomeSmith reacted to a post in a topic: 7 yrs out struggling
  11.    rydersmama reacted to a post in a topic: Never thought this was possible
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    Never thought this was possible

    KathyawesomeSmith replied to rydersmama's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories

    Totally amazing! Congratulations !⭐️ you are an inspiration to all of us, thank you for sharing!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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    One Week Post Op

    KathyawesomeSmith replied to KristenLe's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

    Congratulations!!! I wish you the best. You have been here a long time supporting others and your knowledge has helped me Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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    Struggle

    KathyawesomeSmith replied to jwidner's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

    It will get better, your body is swollen right now. Try to take little sips all day. Day by day it will improve quickly. Feel better soon Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
  21.    KathyawesomeSmith reacted to a post in a topic: 4 months post op success!
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    JP drains?

    KathyawesomeSmith replied to beautiful_alarms's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I too, had a drain for the first week. After it was removed it felt like my life had just begun. My doctor said he likes to see what's going on inside. Good luck!
  23.    Hiraeth reacted to a post in a topic: Trouble Swallowing
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    Trouble Swallowing

    KathyawesomeSmith replied to Sassy-Anne's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Try eating slowly. I have the same feeling a lot still and I am 3 months post op and thought I was overeating. I asked my surgeon about the stuck feeling and he said it is a spasm from eating too fast. I hope this helps Sent from my Nexus 7 using the BariatricPal App
  25.    connie6140 reacted to a post in a topic: Scared to Death
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    Scared to Death

    KathyawesomeSmith replied to connie6140's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    I want you to relax and don't worry about the surgery. I was literally scared out of my wit's, I was terrified!!! I was worried I wouldn't be here for my one and only daughter, but as you can see it as for not... The surgery is a piece of cake, a walk in the park and same for the shots. This will be the best decision you have ever made. I had no pain except for my big b_tt from laying on the op table. Don't worry be happy!
  27. KathyawesomeSmith

    Does anyone know about the vitamin patches, are they irritating?

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    2. Cervidae

      Cervidae

      I've been using vitamin patches for 8 months and my blood work is the same as it was before: perfect. I use the PatchMD brand. You gotta use them on an area that doesn't have a lot of fat, like a shoulder blade or collar bone. I also sometimes put it on my ankle.

    3. justhere4theshow

      justhere4theshow

      @Cervidae: I am so glad to hear from someone that has used them and gotten their boodwork back with no deficiencies. Thanks so much for the info!

    4. smg

      smg

      I use the B-vitamin patches from PatchMD and I love them. I don't use the multi-vitamin patches, but after my first set of labs, everything was in the normal range so I guess they work well and I personally have no issues with irritation, although I'm sure everyone will react differently to them.

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    Cheating on preop

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

    I wouldn't worry. The surgeon I had doesn't require a pre-op diet and he has a perfect track record. Do let them know though. Everything will be fine Sent from my Nexus 7 using the BariatricPal App
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    Prickly Feeling?

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

    I had the same prickly feeling and a burning sensation where my incision sites are, I think it is a sign your body is healing. You're not alone!
  35. KathyawesomeSmith
    I had my surgery same day as you did and I have had 0 vomiting. I think you may have started eating fibrous foods too soon. I only eat very plain and non acidic foods. Try eating like this and I'm sure you'll feel better. Take care Sent from my Nexus 7 using the BariatricPal App
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    I am having trouble adding my profile. Can anyone tell me what I need to do? Sent from my Nexus 7 using the BariatricPal App

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