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Everything posted by thatmeanone
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Call your surgeon. It's probably not an issue - they are not as quick to cancel as you'd think - but if it is an issue then it's an issue for a reason. Don't take anything this close to surgery without clearance from your doctor Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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9 days out and in pain
thatmeanone replied to ssbthodge's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was in a lot of pain under one of my incisions at that point. So much so that I was in tears the night before I went back to work because I didn't know how I was going to do it. Honestly in retrospect I wonder if I was babying it too much because within a day or two I was so much better. By day three - no pain at all - and I have a super active job. So in my case - I think that actually moving helped to speed along the healing. That said - it's always a good idea - especially that soon after surgery - to give the office a call and see what they say. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Hey August 2016 sleevers, how are you doing in Jan 2017?
thatmeanone replied to diana tx's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi. I am an August 22 too! I can relate to the stall/slow loss feeling. I was 255 August 1 - 236 day of surgery and I'm 181 today. Just sticking with the plan and working in more exercise and weight training now. Super excited about my energy and mobility so it's all good. Plus I look pretty good - so there's that lol Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Ok. If you continue bleeding I would def ask him about a sonogram. The pressing down and not feeling anything doesn't particularly impress me - Glad he is doing lab work though. Are you feeling more at ease since you saw him? Just please continue to advocate for yourself - remember - no one knows your body better than you do. I'll keep you in my thoughts Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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Any news? Hoping you are ok... Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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The clots are such a give away with polyps. Take it easy and get it taken care of asap. They were able to get all of mine with the exception of 2 fibroids that are outside of my uterus - day op doing a hysteroscopy d&c. No pain or discomfort to speak of post op. Good luck! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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Go see your gyn. I can relate - after surgery my periods went crazy - every two weeks and heavy. Then I started bleeding in November and didn't stop. Turns out that my hormones had caused my fibroids and polyps (preexisting) to grow and they were irritating my uterus causing the excessive bleeding. 1 quick surgical procedure to clean it all out January 11 and I'm good to go. Threw in an endometrial ablation on top of it and hopefully I won't have to deal with the periods anymore. Good luck to you - Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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What is wrong with literal overly sensitive assholes?
thatmeanone replied to xoxococojay's topic in Rants & Raves
I agreed with @@Odie This is great and you should be proud. Thanks for going out of your way to pay it forward. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
New Year, New Start Challenge- OFFICIAL thread
thatmeanone replied to mi75's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Good Morning everyone! 184.8 this morning - down from 185.8 last week with a goal of 163 The thing that I have been struggling with - since the holidays - is the realization that I still want to eat the things that made me obese in the first place and that - since I refuse to make others responsible for my choices - I'm still going to be surrounded by the foods I love in large quantities. So even though my sleeve is a wonderful tool - the majority of the work still needs to be done between my ears. So right now I am focusing on knowing my plan ahead of time - that way I'm not making decisions about food on the fly And focusing on a. Getting to the gym and b. Making my workouts meaningful I am having surgery tomorrow for some non sleeve related uterine issues. And I am really nervous - I don't really know why I'm so anxious but I am. I was originally supposed to have my 4 month weigh in on Thursday but I was advised to change it because of the possibility of Fluid retention. Anyhow. I hope everyone has a great week - be kind to yourselves. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
It might be a fine line...
thatmeanone replied to LittleBill's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
@@silhouette That is one gorgeous husky Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Over 200 pounds down!
thatmeanone replied to Dashofpixiedust8's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
@@Dashofpixiedust8 You are adorable! Great job! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
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HAPPY HEALTHY HOLIDAYS CHALLENGE!
thatmeanone replied to Dashofpixiedust8's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I know it's over and my final is posted but I'm super excited to have lost my New Years gain and be back at 185 even. Lowest I've been in 6 years! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
It might be a fine line...
thatmeanone replied to LittleBill's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Bailey was feeling left out Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App She is the love of my life.... -
I'm Long Island for the most part and south queens a couple of days a week. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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HAPPY HEALTHY HOLIDAYS CHALLENGE!
thatmeanone replied to Dashofpixiedust8's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi everyone. So I'm ending at 186.4. A little up from midweek but down from last Monday and at goal. So I'll take it as a scale victory but... I def saw some ugly old habits New Years Eve and New Years Day - so I know I have some head work to do. Happy New Year everyone! Here's hoping it's the best yet! And a big thanks to @@dashofpixiedust Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
New Year, New Start Challenge- OFFICIAL thread
thatmeanone replied to mi75's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Forgot to give a goal. I'm going to go with 163. (Starting at 185.8) Probably optimistic but I like to reach for the stars Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
New Year, New Start Challenge- OFFICIAL thread
thatmeanone replied to mi75's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Ok. Started today at 185.8. Even though I'm relatively new to this life - I am struggling to keep my head in the game - The mental aspects of dealing with socializing and food are kicking my ass. I'm stocking up today on my staples... Crab cakes (4carbs, 13 protein) Meatballs (4.8 carbs, 12 protein) Premier Protein (one a day with my morning decaf) And string cheese (1carb, 7 protein) That is my usual base then I plan meals to fill out my dinners. I know tonight is sausage and peppers. (Mr Mean One had them out defrosting when I woke up) My husband is planning to go low carb so that should help But I think that I was foolish to think that I could do this without therapy so I think I seriously need to look into that. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Hi. I had my surgery 2 weeks before the start of school this year - I'm a pre k teacher in the Bronx. Besides needing help to set up my classroom I was fine. I imagine at this point of the year you know your kids pretty well and know whether you need to be concerned about anyone acting out. Otherwise, assuming you have a 'normal' surgery with no complications I think you should be fine. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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HAPPY HEALTHY HOLIDAYS CHALLENGE!
thatmeanone replied to Dashofpixiedust8's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I know this is a mid week weigh-in....and I've already weighed in this week.... And I've learned not to question anything my body decides to do anymore - cause it's def calling the shots. But I just got on the scale and weighed in at 185.8. Not only below my challenge goal but the most I've lost in any time period since surgery. WTF and whoooop! And I fit comfortably in the rides at Hersheypark yesterday (seriously who does Hersheypark in 30 degree weather - I'm still frozen) So.....that's all.... Have a great Thursday everyone! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
HAPPY HEALTHY HOLIDAYS CHALLENGE!
thatmeanone replied to Dashofpixiedust8's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi everyone! I hope you all had a very Merry Christmas! 12/26: 189.4 Goal: 186 Not going to make it to goal - but I feel like I was overly ambitious anyway! Have a fabulous Monday! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
HAPPY HEALTHY HOLIDAYS CHALLENGE!
thatmeanone replied to Dashofpixiedust8's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi everyone! 12/19: 191 Goal: 186 I'm 1/2 a pound away from losing 50% of the weight I ultimately want to lose, so that's kind of exciting - But I think I am going to have to accept that I'm probably not making it to 186 by New Years. Have a great day! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Did You Change Your Weight Loss/Maintenance Goals for the Holidays?
thatmeanone replied to Alex Brecher's topic in Food and Nutrition
I haven't changed my goals at all and I am keeping myself in check. But I definitely have a plan every time I know I'm going to be in a position where there is going to be food. For my potlucks I am bringing amazing - but Bariatric friendly - dishes so I know I have something to eat. Otherwise I am the cook for holiday meals so it's easy enough to plan. For parties I've been asking about the menu ahead of time "so I can bring the right wine" Today was my birthday and I planned to have a tiny (1 inch) piece of tiramisu. That was the plan - I stuck to it - and the leftovers went in the garbage as soon as the company left. I feel satisfied - both with my treat and with how I handled it. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App