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lexiemia

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  1. lexiemia
    I am post op day 4 today. I went to my dr office today to buy some protein shakes and then we went to Costco and got some things. I am surprised how quick I have recovered. I do have to take frequent rest stops but have been able to do a lot more than I thought I would have. The first couple days were really rough because the nausea from the pain medication they gave me in recovery. We did not know I was allergic to it. So without that happening it would have been a lot easier. I was up walking in the hall that night and talking on the phone. Wish you lots of luck and a quick recovery.
  2. lexiemia

    Anybody eat Fruit?

    lexiemia replied to judyoz's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    my diet lets you have apples and bananas but its much further down the road after surgery.
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    Drinking wine after surgery!

    lexiemia replied to kimmiethomason1's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    My brother in law had gastric bypass surgery. He lost 170lbs. Did pretty good until he started drinking wine again then he has put a good bit of weight back on. I think its a very slippery slope. I personally have gone through way too much to let something hinder me at this point. Wine has a lot of sugar in it. Which is nothing but carbs.
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    Waiting for the call

    lexiemia replied to strength4fear's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

    I heard in two weeks. The dr office told me the insurance has up to 30 days to make a decision but they usually hear sooner than that.
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    Great Snack Find

    lexiemia replied to RaginCajun's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    yes, too many carbs I think. Those snack foods are a slippery slope.
  6. lexiemia

    Post op.

    lexiemia posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

    The nausea is horrible and the zofran is not doing it for me. The pain is more like cramping and spasm. I hope everyone else that had surgery today is doing well.
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    Surgery Tomorrow June 1

    lexiemia replied to MarceMonster's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

    Good luck tomorrow. I know what you mean about being thirsty. I was told to be at the hospital at 10:00. They did not take me back to surgery until around 1:30. I was glad they did let me have some ice chips that evening but the nausea was so bad that I didn't even want to eat them. I hope things go smooth keep us posted. Chap stick or some sort of lip balm is a good idea.
  8. lexiemia

    I am three days post op and don't have the energy to walk around. Has anyone else had this problem. I am getting some protein in and the liquids are a slow go.

    1. Miss Mac

      Miss Mac

      i did not really have any energy until I started soft foods.....got my best energy after resuming regular foods at 4 1/2 weeks. You have been through a lot. Recovery takes time.

    2. lexiemia

      lexiemia

      My surgeon wants us to do all this walking. Its kind of hard to do when you have nothing to go on. Maybe it will get better as I am able to get in more protein.

  9. lexiemia

    Help..3 pounds to go!

    lexiemia replied to leza1peach's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Do the liquid diet that you will be on after the surgery. That will get those three pounds off quick. It may make you really tired but it takes off the weight. Good luck.
  10. lexiemia

    Reflux

    lexiemia replied to OnMyOwnJourney's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    My surgeon sent me home on nexium. He told me I have to take it every day for the first two months. Its a proton pump inhibitor which makes your body produce less stomach acids.
  11. lexiemia
    google Dr Matthew Weiner he has a video that tells you the progression of how much food you will be able to eat over a period of a year. Please follow your food plan so you staple line has time to heal properly and you don't hurt yourself. I am not sure how much teaching the dr did with you but make sure you follow the Vitamin requirements or you can end up with medical issues.
  12. lexiemia
    Maybe with the comorbidities you will get approved. I have Cigna also. I had a lap band that had slipped and wanted to convert to a sleeve. I did the 4 month diet that they required. When it was summited to insurance they approved the band removal but denied to sleeve procedure. My doctor called the doctor at cigna and did a peer to peer interview with them and got it approved. So it may have a lot to do with the way your doctor presents it to them. I wish you the best of luck and keep us posted.
  13. lexiemia

    I know I need to be working on getting as much fluid in as I can since I just came home from the hosptial yesterday but all I want to do is sleep.

  14. lexiemia

    May

    lexiemia replied to dismond1209's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

  15. lexiemia
    I am glad you are seeking help. I worry about Paxil is know to cause weight gain. There are lots of antidepressants on the market that don't have that side effect. Speak with your doctor concerning that if you notice you are not able to lose weight or gain.
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    Surgery done

    lexiemia replied to Tracy6035's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums

    I had my surgery yesterday and have had very little pain. It's mostly sore. Some times I have pain at the site where they took my port out. The best thing for you is to walk as much as you can. Wishing you all the best.
  19. lexiemia

    Just got home from the hospital. Oh my goodness the nausea was horrific. I vomited blood. I have never had a surgery where I was miserable and could not even sleep. I had ice chips last night then on to a liquid tray at lunch today. I ate the jello but didn't want to push things. Home now and trying to drink crystal light. As far as pain goes I am just sore. Feels like I have been doing too many crunches. So now on to sip sip sip. I hope and pray I do well.

    1. liannatx

      liannatx

      Yes, I vomited blood too. It is leftover from the surgery. Just sleep and sip. Sending love and prayers to you!

    2. Smye

      Smye

      It's a tough first few weeks, keep it up, you're well on your way to feeling like you really belong on the other side. I also have some ideas for you re: post-op foods if you want them at barideliciousfood.blogspot.com

    3. Djmohr

      Djmohr

      Glad to hear you are home all safe and sound. Taking things one day at a time is the way to go. Focus on sipping and walking and you will start feeling a little better everyday. The first 5 days are the worst

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  20. lexiemia
    Checked in and waiting to be called back to the o.r.
  21. lexiemia

    Caffeine

    lexiemia posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Caffeine withdrawl is real ya'll.
  22. lexiemia

    Resume omeprazole anyone?

    lexiemia replied to Sleevilicious's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    My surgeon said I will need to be on it for the first two months after surgery.
  23. lexiemia
    I bought the syntrax nectar fuzzy navel this evening. It's a clear fruit drink mixed with water. I think it's pretty good. Also the premier already made shakes are pretty good.
  24. lexiemia

    Hello everyone!

    lexiemia replied to Sleevefornellie's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I am so sorry to hear that you have such insensitive coworkers. But you have made the right decision to come here. Every one is very supportive and always want to know how everyone is doing. It is a journey and we will all be here for you.
  25. lexiemia

    So excited this evening. I have got my bag packed and all ready to go to the hospital at 10:00 a.m.

    1. sparksrn

      sparksrn

      Yeah! So how are you doing?

    2. lexiemia

      lexiemia

      post op day two, getting fluids in is so hard. still having a little nausea. Trying to walk as much as I can but feel completely exhausted. I hope things look up soon. I knew it was not going to be easy.

    3. sparksrn

      sparksrn

      How much liquids do they expect you do get down? I go in tomorrow for surgery, I'm very nervous!

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