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Open wound frustration
AWholeNewMama replied to AWholeNewMama's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yes, my BMI was 43 to start. My surgeon does the open wound standard on all laparoscopic gastric bypass patients (sleeve patients and patients who get RNY done with the DaVinci robot don't get it). He's done over 3,000 surgeries at this point, so if he truly believes it decreases risk of infection, I believe him. Doesn't make it suck any less though. :/ Thanks for the input, everyone! -
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AWholeNewMama replied to AWholeNewMama's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My drain was taken out the day after my surgery, thank goodness. At least I'm not dealing with that right now, too. That was NOT a fun procedure, for sure. -
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I'm 10 days post-op RNY. Wondering if anyone else's surgeon does an open wound as part of the standard procedure. Mine does, and it's absolutely miserable. I have 6 incisions. 5 are closed with steri-strips, and the 6th is open (surgeon says this is to reduce infection). It's been really painful. On Wednesday I had my 1-week post-op visit, and the surgeon cleaned and vacuumed the wound. It was one of the worst pains I've ever experienced, and I still haven't gotten back to where I was before the visit. My whole left side aches horribly. I was so upset after the visit, I couldn't even tell my husband about it until a few hours afterward. And I feel like I spent a week recovering only to be knocked back to Day 1. I'm so frustrated. Has anyone else dealt with an open wound like this? How did you get through it?
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Getting Cold Feet ~ Surgery Only 2 Days Away
AWholeNewMama replied to Padraigm613's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was specifically told by my surgeon that the sleeve is not a good option for me because of my reflux. He always recommends RNY to patients with reflux/GERD. -
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I DID IT! I DID IT!
AWholeNewMama replied to HYCIERRA's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
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What about beverages? Does he consume a lot of juice or soda? I have to tell you, the sneaking food and eating late at night is a bit of a red flag to me. Is there anything that's stressing him out? School, or friends? Something that would cause him to overeat? If you do think it's purely related to enjoyment of Snacks, then I agree with AngryViking, the best thing to do is remove his go-to snacks and replace them with healthier options. I feel for you. My daughter is a big snacker. She would snack all afternoon between school and dinner if I let her. I finally had to make a rule where she gets ONE snack after school, and that's it until dinner. I also require that the snack involves a fruit or vegetable. That seems to help keep her full longer. I think your best bet for getting him moving more is to do activities with him. Is there an indoor track you can walk at? You said you have a YMCA, what about swim classes, or the family free swim hours? I know my local Y also has open gym time where kids can use the basketball courts. Good luck!
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AWholeNewMama replied to onikenbai's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
@@onikenbai I'm so glad to hear you finally figured it out! I agree with previous poster who said you don't sound like the giving up type. Keep on fighting, and you'll make progress. Better late than never! Good luck! -
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AWholeNewMama replied to GADeltaDawn's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm pre-op, but I can tell you that I went to my surgical consult last week totally committed to the sleeve, but my surgeon changed my mind, because of all the reasons you listed. Primarily, I have GERD and have had ulcers, and he told me that the sleeve could make that worse, and it can be difficult to manage. From where I stand, I'm doing this surgery to improve my quality of life, and if I'm miserable because of GERD pain, that sort of defeats the purpose. Like you, I also think I need the dumping syndrome component/consequence of the bypass to keep me on track. Good luck with whatever you decide! -
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AWholeNewMama replied to mykdzmom's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm pre-op, but I always have low vit. D levels. I supplement with 2,000 IU daily, per doc's orders, and I've found that it makes a huge difference in my mood. -
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Just a thought, but you may want to crunch the numbers here. You're a SAHM, so if you go back to work just to get a job to pay for this new insurance, you're going to have the expense of childcare, plus you'll be paying your copays OOP... I'm wondering if it might not be more cost-effective to consider paying OOP for surgery in Mexico.
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AWholeNewMama replied to JenSul's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My initial consult is next Wednesday, and if the timeline is anything like the last consult I had with this surgeon, my surgery will be March or April. -
WLS "not easy way out"; & GBS & Alcoholism
AWholeNewMama replied to Dr-Patient's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Wow, thanks for sharing. I can definitely see addiction transference being a risk. I come from a family of alcohol and drug addicts, but food as always been my drug of choice. Definitely something I'll keep in mind. -
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Suggestion for website programmers
AWholeNewMama replied to Rovobay's topic in Website Assistance & Suggestions
I think this is a great idea. I don't know how many times I've clicked on a thread in the "Recent Topics or "Trending Topics" sidebars and then realized I was inadvertently reading a thread in the Guys Room. Most forum software allows for forum unlocking based on post count or rank, but I don't know about other criteria such as gender. -
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This is by far the best post I've seen on BP yet! OP, thanks for giving everyone such a good laugh. I hope my anesthesiologist is as good as yours obviously was! Hope you're doing well!
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Tomorrow is the big day!
AWholeNewMama replied to JerseyJules's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I totally support your decision. This is a major surgery, and beyond that, it's a major psychological undertaking as well. I went for a consult on a Lap-Band 2.5 years ago and backed out. At the time, I wanted to have one more child, and the surgeon said he didn't recommend getting a Lap-Band before I was done having kids. But in addition to that, I don't think my head was in the game. In retrospect, I think if I had gotten the surgery back then, I'd have failed post-op. Now, I'm at the point where I feel mentally ready, plus I've gotten some new issues. My knees hurt, my cholesterol is high. It's time for me. You'll know if and when it's time for you, too.