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baribetty

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  1. I have 6 HW 289 SW 262 CW ? VSG 5/2/18 [emoji92] Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  2. It’s definitely internal at the incision site, but from what I read it’s normal. I just want it to go away! It freaks me out that there is a stitch in there, and what it if pops? Oh godddd. It’s all in my head but it’s freaking me out! [emoji23] HW 289 SW 262 CW ? VSG 5/2/18 [emoji92] Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  3. I’m a week out too and also stopped pain meds 4 days ago! Today I feel like a turned a corner for the better, I feel like I think that almost every day lately. Even my main incision pain is better than it was last night. It was so crazy to look at the clock today and think about where I was this time last week. HW 289 SW 262 CW ? VSG 5/2/18 [emoji92] Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  4. Are you in pain meds? I felt a lot worse once I got home. But I’m glad you aren’t hurting and I hope that sticks!! HW 289 SW 262 CW ? VSG 5/2/18 [emoji92] Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  5. I really like Kristen Ess’ purple shampoo, you can get it at target. HW 289 SW 262 CW ? VSG 5/2/18 [emoji92] Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  6. Thanks! I have been lightly walking every evening but I love the idea of stepping it up in the walking department ASAP and getting a personal trainer once I’m ready. HW 289 SW 262 CW ? VSG 5/2/18 [emoji92] Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  7. I’m sorry you are going through this. I am only a week out and have had moments of sadness, and surprise at the difficulty. I don’t feel like I’m far enough out to give you any advice but I wish you the best. How did you know something was wrong when you ended up being readmitted? What were the signs? HW 289 SW 262 CW ? VSG 5/2/18 [emoji92] Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  8. I’m having the common pain I read so much about at the incision next to my bellybutton. How long did this last for you? HW 289 SW 262 CW ? VSG 5/2/18 [emoji92] Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  9. I’m having the common pain I read so much about at the incision next to my bellybutton. How long did this last for you? HW 289 SW 262 CW ? VSG 5/2/18 [emoji92] Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  10. I think they are jealous, and I bet one of them will be in your shoes in the future after seeing how great you’ve done! LIVE YOUR LIFE YOU DESERVE IT. HW 289 SW 262 CW ? VSG 5/2/18 [emoji92] Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  11. Great job on your weight loss! I have a similar goal to where you are now, but I’m only about a week out from VSG. any tips you’d like to share? How has loose skin been for you? Thanks for any insight you are willing to offer! HW 289 SW 262 CW ? VSG 5/2/18 [emoji92] Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  12. Buckeye by blood, O-H! HW 289 SW 262 CW ? VSG 5/2/18 [emoji92] Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  13. Am I the only one that thought this thread was about actual DEATH at first? Yiiikes ?‍♀️. Glad y’all are talking hair over here! HW 289 SW 262 CW ? VSG 5/2/18 [emoji92] Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  14. Well, reading this was torture as I’m still on post op liquids [emoji6]. But it all sounds delicious. To be honest, I enjoyed every single meal I had for the week before I went into surgery (no liquid diet required until the day before for me). I went to my favorite restaurants and ordered my favorite things, but didn’t over eat like I normally would. I was shocked that I’d still lost 2 more pounds on the day of surgery. I don’t know what to tell you, because saying you should eat what you want while you can is not the healthy thing to say, but I did and it worked out ok for me. ??‍♀️ HW 289 SW 262 CW ? VSG 5/2/18 [emoji92] Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  15. I’m feeling less and less pain, and I want to start walking and exercising soon, but I don’t feel quite ready yet. Curious about your experiences! HW 289 SW 262 VSG 5/2/18 Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  16. That was my experience too! I had no problems. By chance do you have Kaiser? HW 289 SW 262 VSG 5/2/18 Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  17. Smart! I am not weighing myself until my first post op next week. HW 289 SW 262 VSG 5/2/18 Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  18. I think that’s normal. Is it next to your belly button? I think there is a deep stitch there, and I’m wondering if they pulled my stomach through there too, I’m going to ask at my post op! HW 289 SW 262 VSG 5/2/18 Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  19. Yeeesss! So excited for you! HW 289 SW 262 VSG 5/2/18 Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  20. I’ve been a curious about these because I’m having a hard time getting my vitamins down... HW 289 SW 262 VSG 5/2/18 Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  21. Nice! I’ve been trying to pay attention to weight loss rates right after surgery, that Ive seen on here, I think 1-2 pounds per day is the best I’ve seen! HW 289 SW 262 VSG 5/2/18 Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  22. I have the same pain, and have since surgery. My binder helps, and when I spoke to the PA today, she said it’s normal. I’m sorry you’re going thru this! I understand your concern and would feel the same way if the pain wasn’t consistent since surgery. HW 289 SW 262 VSG 5/2/18 Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  23. Chobani yoghurt drinks are pretty good! HW 289 SW 262 VSG 5/2/18 Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  24. Wow!! You look incredible! How has your skin held up with such a rapid weight loss? Have you been working out? HW 289 SW 262 VSG 5/2/18 Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin
  25. My Kaiser team said they aren’t a good option. But I wish they were! Would love to hear people’s thoughts. HW 289 SW 262 VSG 5/2/18 Kaiser, Ontario - Dr. Chin

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