BladeFox
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TWO MORE INSURANCE CALLS LEFT TO GO, then submit for approval, meet weight loss goal and surgery.
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I thought I read on this forum that if an infection did occur that was not treatable with antibiotics that some have gone back in to have the RNY which fixes the problem.
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Embarking on another plan for the pre-op diet instead of the one that I was given. The challenge has been with my evening meal, especially when I have to cook for the family. Temptations extremely high during that time.
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Why would your spleen be enlarged anyway? I would be concerned about that as well. I hope everything goes well during your surgery.
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Missed my nutritionist visit because of my work week. I called in to let them know ahead of time and left a message but didn't hear back. Hope this miss doesn't cause a delay in the surgery...
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I always think that sometimes our body has it's own way of healing itself faster or letting you know that everything is all good. When I had my gallbladder removed several years ago, I would start coughing and hiccuping. Never had this happened before. There was nothing to be done but let it happen. When I came home still quite hunched over from the incision (they tried to go lap but couldn't) and what did I do? I missed the last two steps of the stairs! Ouch! I chalked it up to life's way of kicking you in the butt and saying, 'heal already' Time's a wasting... Congrats on you surgery!!!
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Is it liquids all day everyday for 10 days? I would be making some crystal light flavored ice and crush it up.
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It's horrible. I have not had the surgery but been on HCG where you lose weight rapidly. It doesn't give your body time to determine how to disperse the bad toxins in your body and you get acne in sometimes the worse areas. I experienced it on my right upper arm for some reason. Now, because I am black, I have hyperpigmentation in that area that I am trying to let time heal. That was two year ago. Make sure that you do not scratch and it will go away within a month or two. Wish I would have known.
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I never thought I'd say this, but..
BladeFox replied to Seela's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Objectification is what I believe I struggle with. I have gained weight to prevent this from happening and it's not healthy. I do plan to utilize my psychologist to help me with this. Some women love the attention no matter how it comes to them. I am a southerner that loves to be treated like a lady and not a piece of meat. Tell me that I look lovely today, or that what I am wearing is beautiful and I will respond in a polite manner. However, whistle, hound, stare at my assets, etc., you may get something otherworldly. I need to know how to deal with it mentally instead of reverting to food for cover or big baggy clothes. -
Younger people do snap back good don't they? Congrats!
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How did you document your journey?
BladeFox replied to americangirl302's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I utilize the forums for documentation. Not sure if I want my friends, family, neighbors, etc., to know what I am doing, but it's helpful to share wins and losses on these sites. -
I have been on the Atkins diet which is protein heavy and never put the real need for protein together now since I'm on my pre-op. I GET IT! I can utterly feel the difference protein makes on the mind and body. Sharper...stronger...energetic...love it!
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It is so hard to maintain my plan with this sub zero weather. I crave hearty meals!
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You know, I have never ever looked at it that way. Wow! What a mind boggle and there's some validity to it. I have noticed that once the cold enters in, I think about making hearty meals often and the family does too. I thought it was out of habit, but now I know that it is an inate need. So good to know. Thank you and I'm sharing this information.
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Struggling so much emotionally
BladeFox replied to stacey131's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So, here we go... In my hayday, I used to be this 'bad mama jamma' and all the boys would come to the yard. No pun intended, but I was hot. I found that men were visual and what I represented was their example of perfection. Not saying I was perfect, but close enough to be hounded, often. Sometimes this brought the good and often the bad boys to the yard. I began to not like the attention. I finally married a man that loved me regardless...I mean ME. This was after putting on weight, so a bit thicker me and have stuck with me through thick and thin and thick again as I have stuck with him through his imperfections. It sounds like you are going through that phase where the boys are coming to the yard! Good, and you are now evaluating you a bit more and realizing what you want from a life partner, however; caution must be advised because now since you have the pick of the bunch you are looking for perfection which isn't a reality. I would weed out the truly bad and the others, well, give it more time because no one is perfect visually or spiritually. Don't swat someone away that has the potential to be the best thing ever. Good luck! -
Back on the pre-op plan with 5 days on and 2 days off. Losing weight slowly, but losing just the same!
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MEmily, how long were you on the pre-op.?
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Three more phone call to go and meet with the doctor, submit for approval and plan a date = 10wks~
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I am an advocate of speaking up for yourself even when it's your doctor. I also feel that if you are not getting the results that you believe you should have or care, then seek out another doctor with your insurances approval. Your life, time missed from work, etc., is more valuable than fighting to get the care that you need and deserve. Good Luck and stay encouraged!
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Pre-op Protein diet, tons of Water to flush your system constantly (divide your weight in half and divide that by 64oz and that how many glasses of water to drink) and exercise should do it. Then request morning visits with the doctor/nutritionist for better results.
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Does your husband/boyfriend love plus sized woman? And now?!?!?!?!?
BladeFox replied to KeeWee's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
By the looks of it, it looks like he loves you. I am African American and know that some of our men love healthier assets. My man does too. He always says, "from the tent to a g-string it don't matter." That cracks me up but for some reason I know that he will have my back through it all. Some men are fascinated about the confidence that some of us big girls exude regardless of our size and it may be a turn-on to them. They find it sexy! Looks like you have a lot of that and that will probably not go away with a smaller frame. However, I suggest you begin to have that conversation with him now just to eliminate one thing off the plate. No pun intended -
New Year's began with and man will I be super busy. Welcome 2014!
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6 days post op and I'm hungry
BladeFox replied to Redwillow13's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Your question is not unique. There have been a lot of post about this and everyone says that this need for food goes away after about 2 weeks in. I agree with laura-ven. Stick to your program and ask the NUT about this feeling/sensation. I haven't had the surgery, but studying up on these things is the best medicine. Good Luck! -
An atheist's pov vs a christain point of view
BladeFox replied to gamergirl's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
This was in response to an image that was posted. Read the image and you will see my point of view. Nothing personal...
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