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TQUAD64 got a reaction from panda1983 in LapBand Removal Revision to Sleeve
The first week post op was really hard. I am now two week post op and doing so much better. I’m now able to get my fluids and Protein in. I do feel tired because of the reduced calories but every day I focus on increasing my protein which helps.
good luck with your surgery.
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TQUAD64 got a reaction from nik_butterfly23 in Any Feb surgery peeps out there?
February 2 for a revision from the band to the sleeve.
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TQUAD64 got a reaction from mammawdd in On My Way to the Hospital for Revision to Sleeve
Hi everyone!
I am on my way to the hospital this morning February 2, 2023 to have a revision done. My doctor will remove my band and revise it to a sleeve.
I am really excited about this journey and cannot wait to move forward in my weight loss journey!
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TQUAD64 got a reaction from mammawdd in On My Way to the Hospital for Revision to Sleeve
Hi everyone!
I am on my way to the hospital this morning February 2, 2023 to have a revision done. My doctor will remove my band and revise it to a sleeve.
I am really excited about this journey and cannot wait to move forward in my weight loss journey!
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TQUAD64 got a reaction from mammawdd in On My Way to the Hospital for Revision to Sleeve
Hi everyone!
I am on my way to the hospital this morning February 2, 2023 to have a revision done. My doctor will remove my band and revise it to a sleeve.
I am really excited about this journey and cannot wait to move forward in my weight loss journey!
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TQUAD64 got a reaction from mammawdd in On My Way to the Hospital for Revision to Sleeve
Hi everyone!
I am on my way to the hospital this morning February 2, 2023 to have a revision done. My doctor will remove my band and revise it to a sleeve.
I am really excited about this journey and cannot wait to move forward in my weight loss journey!
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TQUAD64 got a reaction from mammawdd in On My Way to the Hospital for Revision to Sleeve
Hi everyone!
I am on my way to the hospital this morning February 2, 2023 to have a revision done. My doctor will remove my band and revise it to a sleeve.
I am really excited about this journey and cannot wait to move forward in my weight loss journey!
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TQUAD64 reacted to Stacy L. Rolle in Any 50yo or older?
the first two pics are head shots before surgery. The last three are me now.
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TQUAD64 reacted to Arabesque in Is it true (or common)?
I highly recommend this video (which another very kind member shared a little while ago) which may help with your question.
The thing about weight loss is there is a lot of averages & the stats you mentioned are an example. There are averages for how much weight you’ll lose, how long it will take, how fast or slow you’ll lose, etc. They’re averages because there are so many factors which influence those stats: age, gender, starting weight, weight loss before surgery, weight loss & gain history, health issues, medications, your new set point, how closely you follow your plan, the lifestyle changes you implement (food choices, activity, …) & so on. As with all averages some will exceed them others won’t reach them. What averages give you are an idea of what might happen. Not a rule but a guideline of what might happen.
I’m one of those who exceeded the average. At 12 weeks from surgery I’d lost about 15kg. I’d lost 31kg (including the 5kg pre surgery so about the double amount & got me to my goal) at 6 months. At 12 months I’d lost a total of about 41kgs (not intentionally but it was where my body wanted to be - my new set point). I bounced around there for another couple of months before settling about another kilo lighter (total 42.5kg lost). This was my experience.
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TQUAD64 reacted to Merill in Not losing weight
Hi Alanaczac,
I hear your frustration that's exactly how I felt untill a friend of mine shared this link with me which gave me a piece of mind when we know why things happen it's easier to deal with and continue the journey with a positive mindset pls watch this vid and good luck with you journey [emoji4][emoji106]
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TQUAD64 reacted to catwoman7 in Fibromyalgia and Meds
strictures are pretty rare with sleeve (about 5% of bypass patients get them - not sure of the percentage of sleevers, but suffice it say, although not unheard of, it's very uncommon).
I didn't have sleeve (I had bypass), but the PA at my clinic said we could probably handle any pill that was the size of a pencil eraser, or smaller. He was right. I was able to swallow all pills except for two as soon as I got home from the hospital. One of them was split-able. The other one the PA said I could wait on for a couple of weeks, so I did - at the end of that period, I was able to swallow it.
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TQUAD64 reacted to Jeanniebug in Fibromyalgia and Meds
I spoke with a pharmacist. They said that all of my meds could either be opened or crushed - or straight-up swallowed because they were small enough.
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TQUAD64 reacted to Alex Brecher in Lapband removed, Sleeve don, still struggling
Mounjaro (semaglutide) is a medication that is approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, and it is currently being studied for its potential use as a weight loss medication. The medication is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, which means that it mimics the effects of a hormone that helps to regulate blood sugar levels.
It is not yet approved by FDA as a weight loss medication and its use in weight loss is still under research. The studies that have been done on semaglutide for weight loss have shown promising results, with people losing a significant amount of weight and reducing their risk of obesity-related health problems.
However, it's important to note that everyone's experience with weight loss surgery and medications is different and it's important to work closely with your healthcare provider to determine the best treatment plan for you.
It's also important to note that weight loss surgery is not a magic solution, it's a tool and it's important to follow the recommendations of your surgeon and dietitian, to maintain a healthy diet, adequate Protein intake, and regular physical activity.
It's also important to keep in mind that weight loss is not linear, sometimes we may experience Plateau, and even weight regain, it's important to work with your healthcare provider to evaluate the reasons and address them.
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TQUAD64 reacted to Alex Brecher in Sashimi 5.5 weeks post sleeve
It's generally safe to eat raw fish, such as sashimi, 5.5 weeks after gastric sleeve surgery, as long as you are tolerating regular foods well and do not have any complications or sensitivities. However, it's always important to check with your surgeon or dietitian before consuming raw fish, as they may have specific recommendations for you.
It's also important to note that while you may have been able to tolerate rare seared tuna over the weekend, it's important to listen to your body and stop eating if you experience any discomfort or difficulty swallowing.
Also, it's important to keep in mind that it's recommended to eat small and frequent meals after bariatric surgery and avoid overeating, and raw fish like sashimi, tend to be low in calories, so it's important to not overdo it, also consume it with other nutrient-dense foods such as vegetables.
Finally, it's also important to make sure that the fish you're consuming is properly handled, stored and cooked to avoid any foodborne illness.
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TQUAD64 reacted to ms.sss in OOTD
I was officially 4 years post op last week, and i was gonna go do a 4-yr anniversary post with pics, but alas i got lazy. So for now here is my OOTD at 4 years, 6 days post op, wearing my laze-about-at-home clothes (when its too hot to wear a shirt, lol).
Surgery Oct 2018 - 235 lbs
Goal May 2019 - 127 lbs
Today Oct 2022 - 119.2 lbs
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TQUAD64 reacted to STLoser in OOTD
My Halloween costume, which I'm pretty darn thrilled about. I have always wanted a poodle skirt and I found this vintage one on ebay and I'm so excited.
I pieced the rest together with thrift store items and Amazon, and had the shoes already. I wanted saddle shoes, but they're too expensive. Lol
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TQUAD64 reacted to OneWritersSoul in Before and After Pics
The photo at the top left is me at my heaviest (489lbs) and the photo on the bottom right hand corner is me today at my current weight of 260lbs.
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TQUAD64 reacted to Jennifer575 in Before and After Pics
This is the first time posting any pics. I am a couple days shy of 2 mos post op. Down 46lbs.
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TQUAD64 reacted to ooffa511 in Before and After Pics
I had surgery almost 10 months ago. Hubby is just eatting better
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TQUAD64 reacted to Heather_8.1.14 in Am I the only one who keeps hearing this question?
"When are you going to stop losing weight?"
I don't know, when are you going to stop asking?
"You're getting too skinny!"
If you're implying I have an eating disorder, I don't.
I'm SO happy with my progress, being healthy and smaller feels amazing, but I'm getting frustrated with the constant questions and comments about how I look now. I understand that I've never been skinny therefore its almost foreign to others how I look now, but sometimes I cant handle it. Why is it easier to make these comments now that I'm thinner but NO ONE ever asked me if I planned to lose a few pounds when I was morbidly obese. I can see now why a lot of thin people can have so many body image issues.
I'm happy slipping on my size 8 jeans. I'll take these over a cheeseburger from McDonalds ANY DAY!
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TQUAD64 reacted to Alex Brecher in Welcome Lap Band Veterans!
Veteran's, you asked for it, and here it is. A forum for just you!