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facebro29

Gastric Sleeve Patients
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  1. facebro29

    Hair loss

    I used Biotin 10000mg. Did the trick for me but some people say it doesn't work for them.
  2. Well done and Congratulations!!
  3. facebro29

    Graphic warning! Is it supposed to look like this?

    Are you self funded? I was self funded as well and all my appointments and visits with the surgeon are covered under that for up to 2 years after surgery. You might want to look at all your paperwork to check. Don't fret hun. Hopefully you will hear back from the surgeon soon. Positive vibes to you.
  4. facebro29

    Graphic warning! Is it supposed to look like this?

    Try not to worry it could be anything especially since your scratched then a lot. I know it's very hard but try not to scratch them. Just give them a ring and let them know what's going on. You will be fine Hun. Good vibes and positive thoughts.
  5. facebro29

    Graphic warning! Is it supposed to look like this?

    Ummmm nope. Call the surgeon. I never had that
  6. facebro29

    Planning a pregnancy!!

    Because of my age my surgeon said that there's no problem for me to get pregnant after 6 months out. I've waited 9 months and starting IVF soon. Stomach tends to be 100% healed at 6 months out but due to still losing they want you at a stable weight before getting pregnant.
  7. Thanks Berry. I'm not in th me reflux tablets anymore came off them in Jan this year. I can eat ground beef/mince so I do try to stick with those. Having a cup of tea right now with lactose free milk to see if that will help.
  8. I tried a steak tonight for dinner and threw it up almost immediately. That's actually a first. It's feels very uncomfortable for me to eat. I actually haven't tried bacon since I had the surgery. I have certain foods that give me triggers of feeling bad like citrus or acidic foods, chicken, ice cream, and milk based products. Maybe I'm just feeling sorry for myself at the moment. 9 months out and thought it would get better.
  9. facebro29

    HOP INTO SPRING CHALLENGE!!

    I'm OK thanks. How's your weight loss going? I'm down 91lbs but this stalling is killing me!! Ugh
  10. facebro29

    HOP INTO SPRING CHALLENGE!!

    I'd do the summer challenge!!
  11. facebro29

    Hard to digest meat

    8months out and still can't tolerate chicken unless it is shredded and in a soup or stew.
  12. You guys I got norovirus last week and it was VERY bad. TMI - from both ends. When I was throwing up I feel like I damaged my stomach. I'm 8-9 months from surgery so stomach should be healed by now but I can't eat. I thought I felt better and started introducing 'normal' food on Saturday. I've only been able to eat crackers which I know is a no no. I can't eat protein as I just get so nauseous and feel like I'm going to puke. Anyone had norovirus after surgery? How long did it take to recoup? I'm still quite tired but was able to go to the gym today. I don't want to undo all I've done because of this stupid thing. Any advice is greatly appreciated. I'm so close to calling the surgeon.
  13. facebro29

    Post Op Hell

    I had this a few weeks after surgery. Several times a day I'd dry heave and have terrible reflux. I was given omeprozale and after a month of taking it, it went away.
  14. Tried to keep my surgery secret. Enter my mother-in-law who's told everyone she knows. So livid. Not her business to tell!! Btw I didn't tell my MIL my husband did. I was livid with him at one point as well because she is a HUGE gossip!!
  15. Hang in there. I started with a PT and for a month I wouldn't lose ANYTHING. Then all of of a sudden 10lbs came off. Make sure you are eating enough especially if you are exercising.
  16. facebro29

    How to decide on best surgery

    My BMI when I started was 52!! It is now 35 after losing 90lbs. My goal is to lose another 50lbs more. I was sleeve in Oct 2016. Being sleeved was the best thing
  17. facebro29

    Depression and Hormones

    Seriously don't think age has anything to do with it!! OMG I feel sorry for my husband sometimes because of my moods. I'm on antidepressants as well and have been pretty much since my teens. Antidepressants hasn't touched the monster inside me. Went to see the doctor and she told me my surgery shouldn't effect me this way. Don't think she knows anything about this surgery. I read before there will be hormone issues but never thought it would be this bad. I think I might be turning a corner at least I hope I am for sanity and my husband's sake.
  18. facebro29

    Unfortunate Life Event

    I'm so so sorry about the loss of your mother. Hugs I understand how you feel as I was there. I went on holiday on and off for 3 months and only in May I was able to get back on track. I gave myself mini-goals in order to get back on track. Mini-goal 1 drink my water everyday. mini-goal two cut out the sugars and carbs. mini-goal 3 go to the gym at least 4 times a week 1.5hrs each session. Mini-goal 4 get my protein in etc. I can only imagine in your situation it may be harder but try to keep your focus on the goal. Lots of hugs for you.
  19. facebro29

    Need advice and a hug, freaking out!

    Congratulations!! Hubby and I want to start trying as well. I'm 90lbs down and 9 months since surgery. Exciting times. Hugs to you and try to think positive and take it easy.
  20. facebro29

    Carbonated beverages?

    I'll be 9 months out and still haven't tried carbonated drinks I'm to scared. I had a bad case of acid reflux after I have sleeve surgery and scared to have anything like that. I know some people do have carbonated drinks and they are fine though.
  21. facebro29

    Five months out[emoji17]

    I've been taking Biotin tablets and hair is growing back but apparently it doesn't work for everyone.
  22. Hi Guys, My husband and I are wanting to go through IVF. We've been trying for about 11yrs without a sniff of a positive so this is our journey we will have to take. I'd like to know if anyone has gone through the IVF process after gastric sleeve and what their experiences were especially with the medicines etc. Thanks in advance.
  23. facebro29

    IVF after gastric sleeve

    Oct 2016 and I have lost 86lbs so far. We have a bit of a complex issue. Husband is due to have a hip operation and having sex right now is out of the question, has been for some time.
  24. My husband and I have been trying on and off for years to have a baby since being married for 11yrs. After many consultants telling me to lose weight in order for them to help me. I ignored them and then went on to see if we could adopt. After the adoption stage 1 where they said I needed to lose weight in order for them to refer me that was it. It's so funny bigger I didn't see what other people saw. I didn't think I was THAT big. Now 86lbs later I feel so much better and looking forward to IVF soon!!
  25. facebro29

    Hi all,

    I agree with this. I've had depression and I can't tell if the surgery has effected this or the hormonal changes. I weighed up the pros and cons and found the pros are much better than the cons. I'm 8 months post op.

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