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Everything posted by Smdnght28
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@@ecoreen94 yes it does tell the time. The original one was 149,but a new one just came out so I bet the old ones are on sale now Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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I have Tricare standard I'm in the beginning process now Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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First Consult! Husband jumping the supportive ship...
Smdnght28 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So my first consult with the surgeon was this past friday . I am so excited for whats to come. While we did discuss the different types and the benefits of each surgery; I feel as though he was trying to push me to have RNY instead of VSG. But he said as long as I don't have severe reflux getting the sleeve should be okay. I was discussing the surgery with my husband again and he has some concerns with getting a part of my stomach removed. He was very supportive in the beginning but now he doesn't want me to do it, he says its too much of a risk -
First Consult! Husband jumping the supportive ship...
Smdnght28 replied to Smdnght28's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@@Ginsin007 I'm looking at a Jan date as well my psych won't be until the 28th too Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
I have the Fitbit charge hr it shows your heart rate, sleep pattern, has a stop watch, has the ability to pick up your workout activities (running, cycling,etc) when you sync to the phone app. It's pretty good Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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First Consult! Husband jumping the supportive ship...
Smdnght28 replied to Smdnght28's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I asked the same question to my surgeon as well. He's performed over 3000 with 6 deaths; three from heart attacks. I want my husband to come to one of the support groups with me and see if that would help ease some of his fears i guess. He wants me to wait a year, but i just cant each time i go back to the doctors i get scared that something else might be wrong with my health. I'm really to take charge of my life, he's just gotta fall in line lol -
I'm in VA beach area Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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Meet surgeon tomorrow-what to expect
Smdnght28 replied to Melsyboo's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
That's a great tip I go on Friday I'll definitely do this as well Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
My first meet with the surgeon is this friday, I want to have VSG what if he recommends RNY? I'm really scared.
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Don't be scared - he'll discuss with you what surgery you want - and only suggest RNY if there's a contraindication for you to get the sleeve (or if RNY would be better suited due to medical conditions). I went thinking I wanted LapBand - my surgeon doesn't even do them so he recommended the Sleeve - which I'm glad about - but if I had to do RNY instead - I'd go for that! Why do you think he'll recommend RNY?
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On my way Surgery Today
Smdnght28 replied to Serenity141's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Best wishes and prayers, you got this!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Good luck, check back in with us when your up to it! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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Tomorrow is the big day!
Smdnght28 replied to Ragdollorchid's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats and prayers Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Getting sleeved tomorrow
Smdnght28 replied to lgreene75's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats good luck tomorrow Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Who decides surgery type?
Smdnght28 replied to beaker27's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I want the sleeve hopefully the surgeon will agree with me on the 30th Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
I had my consultation today!
Smdnght28 replied to jaadan79's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So happy for you I had to reschedule my first consult to September 30. I'm so excited tho!! I'm looking forward to it Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Last day of liquid diet, surgery tomorrow!
Smdnght28 replied to Butch Luce's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Good luck tomorrow !!!! Sending prayers your way Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
The caramel premier Protein is really good I tried some at a sampling Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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We're you able to get this sorted out right now I have an elevated ALT and Fatty liver I wonder if that won't make me a candidate for surgery Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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Yay congrats and Good luck Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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Did anyone see the Today Show this morning about the obese brain?
Smdnght28 replied to nolady's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
That's pretty interesting that the brain reverts back after a one year study, but I don't think the study was conducted in that long of a time to really conclude anything. What type of WLS was it? where the participants mixed like sleeve, RNY, Gastric Pilation, Lap-Band? Yes many ppl do unfortunately gain weight after surgery. I think it might boil down to maintaining your diet, Vitamin intake, finding support, and following up with a nutritionist and psychologist. Especially a psychologist because you will be surprised as too how much we eat being tied to our emotions, well at least for me -
I have a fitbit charge HR and I love it. I use it to track my my steps, caloric and fluid intake.
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@@flip26 that's good to know I actually rescheduled my appt with the surgeon cause I didn't know if I had to meet with my PCM first Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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Pre weight loss no ambition
Smdnght28 replied to determined1LD's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I would try Water aerobics it works really well for people who have limited mobility due to joint issues Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
People that not happy for you
Smdnght28 replied to shaylady08's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm in the same situation as you. I chose to tell my sisters, my husband and my best friend; my twin sister makes really snide comments. I finally told her she has no clue as to whats going on with me health wise because she cant relate. She has a normal BMI and from what I know no known health issues. She doesn't understand or can't fathom the struggles of someone morbidly obese cause she has never had to walk in our shoes, see our abnormal test results or witness our health fears. To me that goes for everyone who doesn't understand why we chose this journey. We are striving to see a better health outcome for ourselves. -
I have tricare standard I was wondering do you first have to get a referral from you PCM? Also how do you provide your documentation for your unsuccessful weight loss attempts I had kaiser before Tricare do I just send them my Medical record from Kaiser? I discussed it with my Tricare PCM so she has it on file is that good enough?