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Mrs_B_12/16/15

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Mrs_B_12/16/15    11

Mrs_B_12/16/15
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Hello my name is Ebony and I'm a wife and mother of three. I recently had RNY on December 16th. My weight has been up and down for so long, I read about gastric bypass for months until I finally decided to make an appointment to see a doctor. My highest weight was 226 at my first visit which was 11/18/15 with a bmi of 40.23, on the day of surgery 12/16/15 I was 222. Yes you're reading it right lol I had my initial visit, seminar, 2 nutrition appointments, blood testing, sleep study, psychological evaluation, insurance approval, and surgery all within 4 weeks. I was very shocked at how fast the process was for me but I was beyond ready to have this new start. As of today I am 6 days post op, I haven't had any pain meds in 3 days and I was able to get out and walk a mile today with no problems. The only thing I am struggling with is not being able to share the delicious meals with my family. My husband has been very supportive throughout this whole process so when I'm having a melt down he helps remind me of why I made this decision and I love that about him. As of now I'm on full liquids so I mainly have Water, Protein Shakes, propel, cream of wheat, sugar free pudding, creamy Soups, Jello, and sugar free popsicles. I feel as though I have done very well so far, I can't wait to see how much I've lost in just 2 weeks at my appointment.

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miiasan    370

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Welcome! and congratulations on your surgery! It sounds as though you are doing really well. Keep up the good work!

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The Candidate    3,215

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Hi Ebony! You were definitely in the express line to getting your bypass at only four weeks. Our stats are very similar. My HW was 248 and I was 216 on SD. My surgery (RNY) was on 07/29/15 (took me a year to get through my requirements) and as of this morning I'm 157.

I had a very easy recovery as well and couldn't be happier. I have zero regrets. I feel and look younger, no longer pre diabetic, and my BP is perfect. I'm sure you will feel the same way too. The cravings are their most intense, along with the fatigue, over the first month, but it will get better day by day.

Welcome to the loser's bench!

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rking    484

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Dang ebony! That is quick. Glad to hear you are doing well. Be patient. You will be eating real food again in no time.

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Pinkgirl1234    761

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4 weeks to get approval and all tests?Wow...It took me more than months .Dr appointments,lab tests etc...3 weeks for approval but I am ready...thanks for sharing your journey and your truth,Inspirational.

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Mrs_B_12/16/15    11

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@@Pinkgirl1234 I have no idea how they we're able to get me approved so fast and I guess it is something very special about my doctor because everytime I needed to make an appointment for another step they would be booked up until January, I would state his name and they would say "oh since your his patient we can squeeze you in. We try to get his patients through quickly." It's odd but I'm excited that I got it done especially as my scale moves down 1-2 pounds per day. Congrats to you and I hope your recovery is as smooth and easy as mine seems to be. : )

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Pinkgirl1234    761

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@@Pinkgirl1234 I have no idea how they we're able to get me approved so fast and I guess it is something very special about my doctor because everytime I needed to make an appointment for another step they would be booked up until January, I would state his name and they would say "oh since your his patient we can squeeze you in. We try to get his patients through quickly." It's odd but I'm excited that I got it done especially as my scale moves down 1-2 pounds per day. Congrats to you and I hope your recovery is as smooth and easy as mine seems to be. : )

Thanks....I am ready!!!Tomorrow is the big day...got my bag with everything packed....Sleep apnea machine is ready to go!!!!

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Mrs_B_12/16/15    11

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Good luck to you, I would suggest getting Gas X strips if you don't have any for when you come home because that is what causes the most pain in your stomach, they have the drops at the hospital.

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Pinkgirl1234    761

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Had so much scar tissue surrounding the band...they struggled to remove it.I am sore and in pain

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