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tlh4life

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  1. tlh4life
    During the first month out I felt more depressed even though I was continuing to take my Lexapro. I chalked it up to the hormones. Otherwise, I feel better than ever mentally than I have since before my surgery. I describe it to people as "starting to feel like myself again."
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    Regret,

    tlh4life replied to hdsjourney's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Love your positivity! Congratulations on your weight loss!
  3. tlh4life
    Has anyone tried Orangetheory fitness? If so, what are your thoughts about it? Thanks in advance!
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    It's been a year...

    tlh4life replied to Dashofpixiedust8's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories

    What a transformation! Phenomenal work! Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app
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    Did you tell people?

    tlh4life replied to Bishbosh's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I've pretty much told anyone I talk to on a regular basis - family, friends, my boss and some co-workers. I'm pretty open about it if people ask. It's easier for me to just be upfront. Everyone I've told has been incredibly supportive. I know not everyone has the same support so I understand not telling people.
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    I've had the nuclear stress test. You'll be fine! Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app
  7. tlh4life
    I'm curious to know what positive changes April sleevers have already started noticing. Share your changes here! I was sleeved on April 11th. With the pre-op diet and sleeve, I am down nearly 36 pounds from my highest weight. So far I've noticed that my back no longer hurts when I walk. I also noticed that I'm able to talk while walking to meetings with my co-workers. It's amazing how much of a difference 36 pounds makes!
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    catheters

    tlh4life replied to aking15's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    Didn't have one for this surgery. Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app
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    My food scale that I just purchased a couple months ago has already died on me (not a battery issue). Grrrr! Does anyone have a food scale that you highly recommend? Thanks in advance!
  10. tlh4life
    It's completely normal. You were probably pumped up with IV fluids while in the hospital, plus you're body is working on healing itself right now.
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    Soft foods 3wks post opt

    tlh4life replied to hot_toddy1007's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I started with a scrambled egg and cheese during the pureed stage. I start soft foods for four weeks tomorrow. Can't wait to not have to blend everything!
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    The hunger pains are likely from acid. Can you ask your doctor for a prescription strength antacid? I was given protonix and it seems to be working well.
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    Hard time eating on the pureed stage

    tlh4life replied to Martinichic's topic in Post-op Diets and Questions

    Agree...small bites and eat slowly. Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app
  14. tlh4life
    Have you started your pre-op diet yet? I imagine doing that for a couple of weeks would help your blood sugar be below 200 when it's time for surgery. Also remember that at least one day prior to surgery you will only be on clear liquids, which should help with the number.
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    I love reading about all of these positive changes in such a short amount of time. All of you are truly inspiring! As I was reading through this thread, I forgot to mention that I no longer have to take metformin for diabetes. I was sent home from the hospital not needing it. Such a great feeling to not need diabetes meds so soon!
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    I can relate to other's post about thinking about food more. It's kind of crazy how I'm so into watching the Food Network. I wonder if it's because I can't have the food. I, too, feel like a slow loser post-surgery. I've heard others say the first month can be a little slow since our bodies are still healing.
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    I have an office job and took 2.5 weeks off. The first few days back were a little rough due to fatigue.
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    24 pounds Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app
  19. tlh4life

    FIRST SOFT FOOD!

    tlh4life replied to L I G H T S's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Today is my first scrambled egg too! It tastes amazing! I could easily scarf down a 4-egg omelet as well. Can't believe how long it takes to eat one egg! Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app
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    How long is the hospital stay

    tlh4life replied to crawford8903's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I stayed two nights due to the nausea and vomiting.
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    Day 1 post op

    tlh4life replied to gryffen's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I, too, was throwing up blood immediately after surgery when I started waking up from the anesthesia. It was terrible!
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    Please help! I'm nervous....

    tlh4life replied to Puppy200101's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Agreed! The caramel flavor is amazing! It's really good in my decaf coffee.
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    Was on mine and no catheter
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    Every practice is different. They wanted me to sip on clear liquids the day of surgery.
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    Surgery day!!!

    tlh4life replied to crickett73's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    It's my day too! Best wishes!

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