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Working Overnights.......
alegna242 replied to Chancie's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Chancie ~ I recently went back to nights 7pm - 7am 3x a week. I was on days for 18 months prior to this. But have been working nights for 5+ years total, that's how I packed on the additional 30 lbs that made me think about WLS in the first place! Your going to start craving carbs a bit more at night. I've noticed that what I am bringing to work is not exactly what I should be! Last week I kicked myself in the rear and starting bringing better Snacks, Edamame Beans, hummas with low fat, low cab, sea salt pita chips, cheese sticks, etc. I don't like to eat a "meal" because it makes me sleepy but 1-2 snacks keep me sane! Hope this helps. -
My FIRST pair of Jeans!!
alegna242 replied to Chancie's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Chancie~ Good for you!! I am so happy for you!! Go buy some more jeans at that price! I myself have a few pairs of 14's waiting in my closet. Size 14 to me is going to be a real big milestone!! I am at 16's now not too far away I am hoping by the end of the holidays if I'm good : ) YOU GO GIRLIE!! -
Which fat goes first?
alegna242 replied to drmedhat's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have been sleeved for just about 3 months (as of the 30th) the total weight I've lost since I started my way through this is 43-45lbs. I've noticed loss in my legs (calfs mostly) arms, face, and rib area. My gut is the worst area, I know I've lost some, but I feel as though my stomach has so much farther to go then the rest of me. It's very frustrating. I'm hoping in the next few months and 20-30lbs that won't be a problem anymore. I know my stomach will never be flat (never was) with all my stretched skin etc. But I am hoping for at least a smaller area of flab! -
I am going through the same thing right now- It's making me crazy! I am about halfway there and just today 8 weeks out- I think looking up cute dresses and such is messing with me! I had my 6 wk post op appt last week (it was re-scheduled from a wk before) and Dr. Alanis seemed all fine with my weight loss (10lb) but I am sitting there saying 10 pounds awwwwwww nooooo! I want to be 140-150 NOW!!!
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Frustrated and need to vent......
alegna242 replied to shanda7182's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Shanda !! Keep me posted girl! I am so excited for you! Everyone at the hospital is GREAT! Dr. Alanis is FANTASTIC so of course and you'll be in great hands! I am so happy for you!! -
I decided to have the Sleeve! I was sleeved on 7/30/09 by Dr. Alanis in Houston- Everything went well! I am now on verticalsleevetalk.com! see you there!
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I've been a ghost on here but everyone I am alive and officially apart of the Sleeved crew! Surgery with Dr. Alanis went well, actually he was done with me sooner than usual- I am now 5 days post op and doing well, had some bouts of nausea that SUCKED but figured out the pain meds were the reason- haven't been talking those it's not that bad. Besides that it's walking,walking,walking, and sipping,sipping,sipping!
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Hey there girlie! I've been off the computer for a bit- working a lot 50+ hrs a week! Thanx for checking up on me!! But yes, I am scheduled for surgery this Thursday the 30th with Dr. Alanis! I can't believe it! I'm starting my 4 day liquid pre-op diet today. I am excited and freaked out all at the same time! AHH!
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I am sorry for your loss. XXXXXX
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Yea, I'm kinda thinking about that as well- But after I wait and pay for 2 passports, and pay for the flight for myself and my Hubby, I would be looking about only $2,000 - $1,500 less than Dr. Alanis. I dunno, but I'd pay that difference to be home. I'm still debating though-
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Did you hear that Dr. Alanis' prices changed? Linda called me and told me that they hospital raised the price to $15,XXX. She said I was ok, but I would have to schedule to keep the $11,500 price so I did! July 28th! I might have to change it though!
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Sleeve Date Set- Newbie
alegna242 replied to shanda7182's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I wish we had that now!! GREAT IDEA! I asked Dr. Alanis yesterday about complications and he's like it's something to think about, we've been extremely lucky and have not had that situation but it's something you need to possibly prepare for. Ugh. I'm paranoid about leaks so bad I think it is the only thing keeping from going any further! WASa: He's done 850 Sleeves. -
Yes me too! we will be "talking" quite a bit! I will let you know how Dr. Alans' seminar goes tomorrow morning!
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Sleeve Date Set- Newbie
alegna242 replied to shanda7182's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I HEAR YA! And another hour just to drive there! -
Sleeve Date Set- Newbie
alegna242 replied to shanda7182's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I'm scheduled for Dr. Alanis' seminar for this Saturday! HA! I have also called Dr. Davis as well, they wont tell me what their cash price is over the phone but want me to come over for a seminar first. That's a turn off. I scheduled for a seminar July 1st but probably won't go. I've also spoke with Dr. Nowazardan as well. He sounds real nice, I am pretty much narrowing it down at this point but Alanis is in the top running at this point. Please PM who you've seen ! -
I love Quiche!! Sounds AWESOME! I used to have a recipe that was my grandmother's for cheese crust Quiche but I lost it awhile ago :001_tt2: but it's probably not WLS friendly anyways!
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Sleeve Date Set- Newbie
alegna242 replied to shanda7182's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I am a newbie myself living in the Houston area! Everyone here has inspired me to have the sleeve as well. I just turned 27 3 weeks ago:) I am going to be in a wedding in September and of course I am FREAKED out about looking like a cow in a nice dress! Sound's like we've got a lot in common! :001_tt2: Who are you going through for your procedure? -
- Yea, what she said. Entirely!
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Mind telling who? I'm looking in the Houston area myself.
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Has anyone financed any portion of the cost?
alegna242 replied to Carmella's topic in Insurance & Financing
I think you are talking about Care Credit (13% interest). And yes you can use the card at Vets! Kinda Cool in my book! But, you can't use it in Mexico. Surgery Loans you can, Cosmi Credit you can. I am approved for some sort of amount through all of them at this point as well as a Personal Loan through Capital One. Care Credit seems like the way to go, but I am on the fence on where I want to go, and don't want to be limited by who takes the card I have. So, I might just go with a Loan pay a bit more in interest but have total choice. So to answer the original poster's question half-way, I have not used any of these cards, but they are out there! Depending on you interest on you Credit Cards now, the surgery cards may be a lower interest rate! But I would take Vegasangel's advise and look into any other "fees" as well- Hope this kinda helps, good luck! -
They have hypoallergenic tape, lots of different kinds. I'm sure some of the RN's around here will agree. I am not a RN but do work in the medical field, we use LOTS of tape on the EEG wires and other leads we hook our patients up to, mostly on the tender areas like the face, chest and legs. But, even if you use the most hypoallergenic tape out there you still will get red if you rip it off.
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Why would you leave the US for surgery?
alegna242 replied to Leuteus's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
I agree. I am finding lower and lower pricing here in Texas. I am still looking into Mexico for experience reasons mostly. I have found a Drs. here for $11,500 to $12,500 but they have only done 25-100 Sleeves. So it is decision I will have to make. And it is hard. P.S. It only took WASa 26 minutes for that pungent reply, now that's what I call expeditious!