vicki s
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Pain in left side 2 weeks and 3 days out
vicki s replied to Christie Frazer-Fernandes's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I get sharp pains on my left side too, not at the port site, but under my lower ribs, I wonder if it is my stomach...sometimes it happens after i eat or drink, so i wonder if it is too full....idk -
And the nightmare continues…
vicki s replied to missmachine's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So sorry MissM....It is just awful the way you were treated...I am praying for a speedy recovery...I hope it will soon be a distant memory....*HUGS*...keep us updated..and feel better soon....xxxxx -
I hear dumping can happen 3-4 hrs later...I see it was a high protein lunch, but what about fat content, that can cause dumping....also eating too fast....
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What ya eating tonight?
vicki s replied to OleHippieGal's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I havent done it...yet anyway.....but I have heard of other people who do it....dont really see the harm, unless it takes you to the next level..swallowing it.... -
Hey Cynthia, how are you doing.....havent' heard from you for a few days.....what you eating now, I need some ideas...lol
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your right about the same as me, my surgery was august 1st and im down only 15 lbs...with a ten day stall in the middle....ugh.............actually i have a week on you and your still ahead of me...and i dont get my period anymore....EEEEEk!
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same here, my mind says go go go , and my body says no no no.......
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6 pounds under goal and still losing.
vicki s replied to mommytonya's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You look beautiful....thanks for the pics...hope I get to goal and can post some before and afters...Congratulations!! -
After almost a 2 month stall!
vicki s replied to LeticiaHuggins's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
You go girl, cant wait till I can say that!! congratulations!! -
5 days post-op from band to rny
vicki s replied to Kcarr1120's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I made chicken salad and put it in the magic bullet, if you have one or a blender....most people i talked to didnt, but just being careful.... -
I just found beanitos...they are chips made out of beans...low carbs and 4 gr of protein!! they also are good with laughing cow, hummus,,whatever you want, or just plain...they come different flavors too..white cheddar, nacho..etc...
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how much have you lost since surgery?
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Good luck everyone....My surgery was aug 1st and am doing much better...week two seems to be the turning point...keep your chins up...it does get better!! xxxx
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I was asking the same question about the same exact food at your stage lol...the yogurt goes down really easy, it is a full liquid....I just ate it in 5 min lol....it gets better every day...keep asking questions thats what this site is all about...Im asking questions for anyone over 3 weeks out.....you will be answering someone soon...
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I have been eating the 5.3 oz dannon greek since 1 1/2 weeks out with out a problem...if your not in pain or dont feel sick your ok...my pouch tells me when i eat too much, i get a pain around the left ribcage or i feel like im going to reflux...not too often but a couple times...I think its if my pouch has fluid in it too...
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Comparison Pics-Almost 10 weeks
vicki s replied to MGteacher's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Huge difference wow...cant wait till mine shows up..im only 3 weeks and 14 lbs down...you look great!! -
Awkward question.... Yeast infection after RNY?
vicki s replied to liane's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I bought a book on RNY, and it was listed as a possiblity after surgery.. -
Anyone been told don't loose and if possibly gain 2-3 lbs prior to surgeon visit?
vicki s replied to Nellie3803's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
drink alot of water or whatever before you go and wear heavy clothes...dont fret, it will be ok..... -
you look so much younger...wow...great job!
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You can customize your goals, I use MFP and I am 3 wks post op...I just put in 700 because thats what i am doing on average, as i increase my cal i will adjust it...but it is good to log and see where your at...it is early because we are so new post, but it is a good habit to get into...good luck!
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Weight Tracker / Ticker Help & App Questions
vicki s replied to Nellie3803's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
your welcome -
Yes..I broke out like a teenager, but I too thought it was from the surgery....can biotin cause hair growth and acne??
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Weight Tracker / Ticker Help & App Questions
vicki s replied to Nellie3803's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
go up and click on your name next to your picture and then click tickers.. I use My Fitness Pal for logging....and tracking.... -
staying patient and starting to notice a difference!
vicki s replied to brandnewme2013's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Wow!!! Huge difference.....great job...keep up the good work!! -
How much Calories are enough?
vicki s replied to Liliana070813's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I did answer you...700-800 per day, but not per my doctor, he did not give me a calorie count...its just what i know from logging on MFP...
