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srich0326

Gastric Sleeve Patients
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    srich0326 reacted to frust8 in Reflux Feeling   
    Stand up, that will help everything drain into place with gravity's help. How long will it last? Until your inner renovation looses its,swelling and relaxes a little would be my guess. Everything takes a little time![emoji7]

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    srich0326 got a reaction from logicwand in What's wrong with a straw?   
    I, too, drink better with a straw. I’m still pre-op, but I heard this, too. I’m guessing because of the little bit of extra air you take on with a straw. I’ve been practicing with sips and making my mark pre-op. We will see how it goes. *one week*



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    srich0326 reacted to star2017 in One Week Pre-Op!   
    You're Almost there! I start my 2 week liquid diet today! Good luck!
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    srich0326 reacted to Sosewsue61 in Is the sleeve right for me? BMI 27.4   
    No. You have no major health indicators, nor are you obese. You are not far from a normal bmi - 15 lbs and you are 20 yrs old. AND this surgery is ALL about restriction, you stated you are 'tired' of the restriction . I feel you are also immature based on that statement.
    If I were you, I would go to a nutritionist and hire a personal trainer. One week of a liquid diet and you would be halfway done with weight loss. You don't even mention what weight loss programs you have tried so far or if you exercise at all.
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    srich0326 reacted to Phat2Fit in 4 days post op   
    Hello Everyone:)
    I'm new here! and I am in need of a support system. I had gastric sleeve surgery on 1/29/2018, which makes me 7 weeks post op! it was a lot easier than I thought it would be. My surgery went very well, I was back to work in 2 weeks. I'm a Finance Manager so I mostly sit at my desk all day. Now, let me take you through the good and the bad that I went through. Constipation after the surgery was horrible until I was introduced to Miralax! It's awesome...tasteless, odorless and you can add it to any beverage. I added it to unsweetened ice tea and Water and it did the trick. My incisions healed fast except for the one in my belly button. It was a uncomfortable but tolerable for awhile until the pain stopped altogether. For the first 4 to 6 weeks, I tried to follow the diet but some days it was just too much! I had a hard time getting my Protein Shakes in after the surgery. Everything tastes different, it's kind of weird. I don't like eggs anymore and the smell of meat cooking makes me so nauseous! Before surgery I was a steak lover! now just the thought of steak makes my stomach hurt!
    So what am I eating when I do eat?? LOL:) My day pretty much goes like this, When I wake up the first thing I do is take all of my Vitamins, Breakfast is 1 halo (clementines) and a yogurt, lunch would be apple slices and cheese or chicken Soup with 5 oyster crackers, Dinner.....honestly it varies because sometimes I'm not craving anything but if I am I'll eat a piece of fruit, or a grilled/baked chicken breast (skinless/boneless) and a cup of veggies. I never finish it all...after 5 bites I'm done! At this point, shrimps and fish are my favorite.
    In the beginning I was really depressed because of head hunger!!! It drove me nuts! I would crave something but as soon as I take a few bites I'm done! Then I would depressed because my mind wants to eat all of it but my tummy can't accept it! Once I thought about it, it was easier to move on. Why in the hell would I go back to same old habits that blew me up to 345lbs??? I didn't get surgery for nothing! so now, I absolutely love my sleeve because no matter how bad I crave something after a few bites, I'm done! As for exercise, I work out 3-5 times a week, most of my weight is on my lower body so I stay on the treadmill, bike, leg press (125 pounds) and the elliptical machine and also 5lb free weights. My oldest son is built like a freakin power ranger (obviously, he has his Dad's genes thank God!! But he's an excellent trainer and doesn't allow me to slack off. I would recommend gastric sleeve surgery to anyone who is serious about changing their life for the better. The surgery is only a tool, you have to be motivated and focused for it to beneficial for you. Every week the number on the scale goes down and that's all the motivation I needed! Don't be scared! Just do it! If you keep procrastinating, you're just delaying living your life to the fullest and being happy! and remember NO PAIN, NO GAIN! You have to go through something in order to get something!

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    srich0326 got a reaction from lili@ne in One Week Pre-Op!   
    I have one week to go until my surgery. The count down is REALLY on. I couldn’t be more excited about this change in my life.
    I do have some nervous feelings, as expected l, but I believe this is the right thing to do. I am going into surgery with one of my very best friends. I will have the best support from her!
    Having had surgery on my uterus l, I know the gas pain is going to be the worst part of this but I am ready to conquer it! WALK WALK WALK.
    I hope everyone is doing well and for those of you waiting, your day will come!!
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    srich0326 got a reaction from lili@ne in One Week Pre-Op!   
    I have one week to go until my surgery. The count down is REALLY on. I couldn’t be more excited about this change in my life.
    I do have some nervous feelings, as expected l, but I believe this is the right thing to do. I am going into surgery with one of my very best friends. I will have the best support from her!
    Having had surgery on my uterus l, I know the gas pain is going to be the worst part of this but I am ready to conquer it! WALK WALK WALK.
    I hope everyone is doing well and for those of you waiting, your day will come!!
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    srich0326 got a reaction from mags23 in Any April surgery buddies   
    April 2nd! One week out!! Best wishes!
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    srich0326 got a reaction from lili@ne in One Week Pre-Op!   
    I have one week to go until my surgery. The count down is REALLY on. I couldn’t be more excited about this change in my life.
    I do have some nervous feelings, as expected l, but I believe this is the right thing to do. I am going into surgery with one of my very best friends. I will have the best support from her!
    Having had surgery on my uterus l, I know the gas pain is going to be the worst part of this but I am ready to conquer it! WALK WALK WALK.
    I hope everyone is doing well and for those of you waiting, your day will come!!
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    srich0326 got a reaction from mags23 in Any April surgery buddies   
    April 2nd! One week out!! Best wishes!
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    srich0326 reacted to Sprinkles1 in weight gain   
    Or... stop snacking and start logging your food.

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    srich0326 reacted to Ed watters in March 2018 Success Stories   
    I had gastric bypass in October 2017. I have since lost 78 pounds and 10 inches in my waist. I have fortunately not had any major issues and have no regrets. The usual issues such as contstipation and gas but nothing else.
    I have gotten my life back, I have stopped taking all my medicines(16 a day and now none) I no longer have chronic back pain and can tie my own shoes. Lol
    I till have 40 lbs to lose and excited to get there. By summer I should be at goal.

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