stephmarie
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So, lately I have been experiencing some major head hunger and cravings. I keep thinking about the foods that I won't be able to enjoy and eat like I used to. I am craving soda really bad too. Does anyone else deal with cravings/head hunger?? If so, how do you deal with it??
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Hey there, I am doing pretty good. I have been battling nausea for about a week now so it has been hard for me to get in my protein and fluids. I used Dr. Chu in Lafayette and had my surgery at Lourdes Hospital in Lafayette. I hope you get to use a great surgeon that you are comfortable with. Have fun on your cruise!!!! Talk to ya soon....Steph
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hey ya'll....I am now 5 days post-op and I am having some serious cravings. I think I could hurt someone for some fajitas. I know it's probably just head hunger but I can honestly say at this point I am missing food. Did any of you struggle with craving food after surgery?? If so, did it pass and how did you deal with it?? I have been a volume eater my whole life and it has now sank in that I will never be able to eat like that again. Will I be able to enjoy food again and be satisfied with the small amount I will be able to eat??
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When were you guys able to have a bowel movement after your surgery?? It has been five days since I have had a bowel movement and don't want to get constipated. I took a little milk of magnesia yesterday but didn't want to take to much. What did you guys do about your bowel movements?? Thanks for any info!!
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well, I had my surgery on thursday and am now 2 days post op. I am feeling much better today. It seems like the more I get up and move the less sore I am. I'm kind of nervous about removing my q-ball tomorrow. I'm hoping the pain doesn't get worse after its removed. I haven't reached my protein or liquid goals the last two days but I'm still trying to recover from the surgery itself. Hopefully tomorrow I can really focus on those two goals. Anyway, I can't believe that I am finally sleeved and on my way to a better life. WOOOOHOOOO...HERE'S TO A MORE PROMISING FUTURE :confused1:
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I would love to go through this experience with you...have you decided on a surgeon or have a date for your surgery yet?? I am now 2 days post op and on my way to recovery
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I am finally getting my sleeve on Thursday. I am so nervous but excited at the same time. I can't believe I am getting sleeved this week!!!! WoooHoooo!
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3 days until surgery
stephmarie replied to stephmarie's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Thanks ya'll...i am praying that things go smoothly..i will post afterwards to let you know how things went. -
Hey ya'll, I am having a heck of a time getting in my protein. I'm on my two week preop diet and have been trying to find some that I like. So far no luck. I have to force myself to drink it. What protein products have you guys come across that you like?? Any secrets on how to get my protein in?? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!!!!
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So, I am starting my pre-op diet on Thursday. I have to be on full liquids for two weeks and I'm nervous that I will get hungry and want to cheat. Those of you who had to do a 2 week pre-op diet, how did you guys do??
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Well, I was scheduled to be sleeved on June 17 but my Dr's office called and has to reschedule b/c my Dr. will be going out of town that week. So I am now scheduled for July 29th.
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I finally got a date for my surgery today. It will be on June 17th. I'm so excited but super nervous at the same time. Anyone else having their surgery around this date??
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Thanks everyone...I am so excited!!!! Goodlife-It's nice to meet someone else from Louisiana. I am having my surgery in Lafayette with Dr. Chu.
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For those of you who are taking Biotin of hair loss how many mg's do you take a day??
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Carbonated Drink question
stephmarie replied to lavonwarrior's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Girl, I feel your pain. I am addicted to the evil Dr. Pepper also. I have been telling myself that I need to start weening myself off of them so I won't have to go cold turkey but I can't seem to stop drinking them. I do good for a couple of days then the craving for a ice cold Sonic Dr. Pepper creeps up on me and I have to get one. We can do this!!!!!! -
hi faithful...congrats on your surgery. I'm still in the process of scheduling my date. I am having mine done with Dr.Chu in Lafayette. I noticed you live in Alex. I live in Pineville. I'm glad to have come across someone so close to home that is going through the same experience. Maybe we could keep in touch and help each other through this process. Good luck on your journey!!!
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what an awesome job Chancie. You and Tiff are such inspirations, I will keep ya posted on how I do after I finally get my surgery done.
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Hey y'all....I am starting out at 320# and my goal is to be around 150. Is is possible for me to lose 170#??? Any loss will be better than where I'm at now but I really, really, really want to meet my goal. Have any of you lost 150+ lbs.??
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I am sooo sooo sooo READY to be sleeved!!!!!!! I can't wait to get my final steps done so that I can get a surgery date. I am getting more and more excited to change my life forever (for the better)!!!!
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Well, I went for my preop psych visit on Tuesday and was cleared for surgery. Next step is to be cleared by a cardiologist. If things go well with the cardiologist my surgeon will schedule me for my EGD and Sleeve. The closer it gets to being real the more excited and nervous I get. I hope and pray this surgery helps me get my life back. I am soooooo ready to start living again!!!!!
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Thanks guys....Blaqk, it wasn't as bad as I thought it was going to be. He just asked some basic questions and then I took a psych test and that was it. I am soooo ready for this surgery. How did your eval go???
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Do any of you miss being able to eat food like you used to??
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Hey ya'll.....I have my first consultation appt. on wed. morning and I'm starting to get nervous. Is this normal?? Did any of you contemplate whether or not you were making the right decision to have the surgery??
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My insurace will not cover the sleeve so I have to pay out of pocket for the procedure. The surgeon I have spoken to quoted me 13665.00 for the procedure, plus an additional 500 for the consult, nutr. & psych. I know some of you have went to Mexico for the procedure and I was wondering if you could tell about how much the sleeve procedure cost there.
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Well I finally made the decision to have weight loss surgery only to be denied by my insurance company. They will pay for the RNY and the band but not the sleeve. I have my heart set on the sleeve and don't feel comfortable with the other two procedures. Sooooo I have decided to bite the bullet and pay for the surgery myself. I will have to take out a loan but it's investing in myself and I finally think that I am worth it. So wish me luck. I have my 1st consultation appt. on Jan. 13.