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good luck!!! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using BariatricPal mobile app
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I wanted to share this pic. The left is from August Surgery was Oct 26th If you are doubting whether to have this surgery.....just take a look No I'm not close to my goal but seeing change is so motivating! Do what's best for you but the results are amazing!! HW 268 SW 259 CW 227 6 weeks!!! Have a great day friends!! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App
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thanks.....i agree...we have each other to understand the struggle and accomplishments Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using BariatricPal mobile app
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Amazing....very inspiring. I had bypass in Oct 2016...78 lbs lighter. how are you with loose skin? do you work out daily? I'm still very lazy at this way to go..u should feel proud Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using BariatricPal mobile app
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hello friends I wanted to update. this is an amazing tool .... I am so fortunate to had been able to have this surgery! I now catch myself seeing an overweight person and feeling bad for them. I wish this surgery was available to everyone! HW 268 SW 259 CW 187 last August vs last week I would like another 20 lbs....or just tone up. I can't afford to lose anymore on my boobs!!! and I now have a visible collar bone!!! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using BariatricPal mobile app
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had my surgery today at 1100 I would say it was a success . ...I wanted to share for those awaiting their surgery The anesthesia was good, I was joking with the surgical staff then next I was waking up in recovery. I have a pain pump....not using it excessively. I have not been allowed to sip yet....the dry mouth is no joke! ha ha. I have a swab and ice Water...so that is a plus. I'm not nauseous....no pain...no gas pressure (yet) I did get up and urinated. I washed my face, brushed my teeth and hair....I actually feel human again! I did get an abdominal band....this is a good thing to have. all is well......hope you don't mind the ramblings....hey, I AM medicated. haha good night friends! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App
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hi Brenda...i just saw ur post. the band is a Velcro type girdle....i would tighten it and it was very comfortable. it helped when you tried to get up from laying or sitting. it just made me feel better...like I was being held together. i would recommend it. best of luck....i will tell u, u will question your choice for the first week or so. but if you follow the directions from your doctor, you will feel better. i guarantee that once you get used to your new lifestyle, you will NOT regret the surgery. good luck
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today I hit ONE-DERLAND. I have not seen a 1 in front of my weight in 18 years! I have not been losing as quick as I would like but it is coming off! Everyone raise your protien shakes and CHEERS! to us all being on the crazy journey together!!! starting weight 265.2....today 199.8!
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amazing ...you should be proud!!
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5 month post opt pictures
SlimBra replied to vannababyy22's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
amazing....u look great....and u should be proud of yourself!! -
December Clevelanders
SlimBra replied to crazynae1025's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I thought Dr. Abbas was great....the staff is the best. good luck to all who are pre-op -
United Health Care Insurance
SlimBra replied to Chrisanna's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have UHC. My doctor's office ran all the insurance paperwork for me. I was required 6 months nutritionist visits, EGD, psych evaluation, sleep apnea....and I think that's all. I started in April 2016, met with the surgeon 7/21/16....done with all my requirements 9/1/16...and I was approved 2 weeks later. Surgery 10/26/16. I had gastric bypass. good luck...I paid $2500 out of pocket....just the hospital stay was 35k for two days!!! I would have never been able to do it without UHC Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App -
had my 3 month check up....surgery weight 259. current weight 218 Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App
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amazing...congrats Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App
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Dr. Abbas - University Hospitals, Cleveland, OH
SlimBra replied to buckeyegirl76's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
hi..yes I love the UH Parma team. Dawn was my nurse...so sweet and helpful. Nutritionist is always nice....do you work with her...can't think of her name. a coworker had the doctor you are going to ...she seemed pleased. I go to the doc on Friday for my 90 check up. I guessing I'm down about 43 lbs since surgery. 51 lbs from my highest late summer. I feel great! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App sorry...wasn't done hope you have a pleasant experience...I will be thinking of you Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App -
December Clevelanders
SlimBra replied to crazynae1025's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
so how did your surgery go? it's been about a month, right? how are you feeling? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App -
Dr. Abbas - University Hospitals, Cleveland, OH
SlimBra replied to buckeyegirl76's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I had surgery with Abbas in late October I know this is an old post...so where are you at on your journey? his staff is amazing let the know of you have any questions Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App -
When did you guys go back to work?
SlimBra replied to cnewbodyreno's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had 6 weeks off....doctor required but I felt good after 3 weeks. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App -
I had my surgery on 10/26 and boy, the medical bills are steadily coming in! I have to say how thankful I am that this was covered by my insurance! The hospital stay for two days was over 35k alone! I'm very thankful...and I truly sympathize for the self-pay folks! I understand how important this surgery is to some...and they will do whatever they need to do to get it! have a good evening!! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App
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How long does it last?
SlimBra replied to ShinyLady's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
don't feel bad, my boyfriend offered me gum and I said "not thanks ".....and he said "really, you should take it" it's quite embarrassing...and I had wondered who else I had been offending. sorry...it's a sucky side effect Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App -
You might be a WLS patient when...
SlimBra replied to Who'sThere's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
when you attend xmas dinner and you grab a small dessert size plate and are told that "there are big plates over there "....and you just smile and say this plate is fine! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App -
You might be a WLS patient when...
SlimBra replied to Who'sThere's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
omg....yes! this is a good one! I have tons of empty water bottles...and there is a case of water in my trunk! --this is the best so far-- haha Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App -
You might be a WLS patient when...
SlimBra replied to Who'sThere's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
when you start losing a substantial amount of wait, you don't mind sharing those horrific "before" pics you swore no one would ever see! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App **weight** ( auto correct got me) Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App -
You might be a WLS patient when...
SlimBra replied to Who'sThere's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Oh oh...when you are soooooo thirsty yet you can only sip sip sip! constant thirst but are constantly drinking.... Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App -
100 pounds gone! Never to return.
SlimBra replied to Reason to Believe's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
awesome....congrats Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App