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I believe people are the same, no matter what side of some random political border they reside. Good ones, bad ones, and everything in between. If a haircut cost 1/3 as much on the other side of the train tracks, I'd be heading over there too.

4 days post op and I was getting my fluids but no protein or fat. Pure adrenaline rush! I ran around nude in front of my kids. Psycho!!! Once I started getting nutrition back on board, everything normalized and has been good. Weightloss is slow, but at least they can stand me!

This is so true. I am at the beginning of my weight loss, and before surgery I always wore the same brand of pants. I figure I'll just continue either buying or at least trying on the same brand in order to track my "actual" size. I doubt my brand is any more accurate than any others, but at least I'm comparing apples to apples. Once I'm in maintenance, I guess that is what dressing rooms are for! Congrats on being size 6-12! Fabulous!

A fever under 101 is normal the first week. The swelling in the arms is probably due to the IV fluids being pumped in. Not sure about the redness. In general, things should continue getting a bit better day by day. If you start feeling a lot worse, get checked out.

Everyone heals at different rates. Continue being cautious in case your stomach can't feel the whole story. Sounds like you are doing well!

Your weight loss sounds like it is right on track (assuming it is 35lbs post op). It is always good to reflect on what is happening to find the right answer. The things you ate.. Think about whether you truly shouldn't, or whether you are too hard on yourself. If you went overboard, sort out the causes so you can do better next time. It's all a process. You are learning skills for the rest of your life!

I didn't make it to the ocean but it WAS a super experience! Absolutely a surgication!

If he ever lived with someone with those undesirable diseases, he'd sing a new tune. My FIL has insulin dependent diabetes. His medication costs for a year (after good prescription insurance coverage) are $3700. He is on 27 medications, all relatable to metabolic syndrome. He became diabetic in his 40's. My husband understood the risks, and was willing to support me too. Even so, while he was driving me to the airport, if I said I'd changed my mind, he so would have turned that car around. Now, I'm a month postop, and he shared his most tender section of steak with me. Lol.

You've probably hit the end of the surgical weight loss. Any more is up to you! A potentially helpful thing is to get a metabolism test done, that way you know how many calories your body burns when not exercising. I want to do this myself, but haven't found a place to get it done yet.

4/21/17 270lbs

90% on plan, 10% off. Get a calendar and schedule a couple treats a month. Plan, look forward to, and enjoy! This is training for the rest of your life. Choco tacos happen! Embrace them as the occasional treat.

I think I would go with the gluten intolerant meal. Rice is still gluten free, so it is no guarantee that there will be more protein, but at least you try! Lol. Maybe try to bring some protein snacks with you.

I'd still start with the sleeve. Ask the surgeon if you are approved for a DS whether the surgery could be a two-parter. That way you still have the DS covered, but you could change your mind after the sleeve too.

Well, yeah, but rest assured it's just water weight. You got a bit dehydrated, so when you started eating/drinking, the body latched onto everything. Once you're back to regular consumption, your body will relax and let it go. [Hugs] I promise, it's fine!

What is a telemove program? I gots to get me some of that!

That all sounds fine to me! What once was one meal, is now at least 3. I see no problem at all. For some, a potato is off-plan, but that just depends on what your plan is.

I awoke on the morning of Jan. 20th, 2017, unaware that my life was about to change, dramatically! There was nothing particularly special happening that day, as my life had obtained a comfortable level of routine, broken regularly by assorted family "emergencies". On this most auspicious of dates, I was a 38 year old homemaker. Wife to an Army man, mother to 3 pre/teens. I didn't particularly relish staying at home, but felt the family schedule would strain under my employment. I awoke with a sudden, unbeckoned thought. "Sarah, you need weight loss surgery!" From whence the idea hailed, I have no idea. I didn't know anyone that had undergone the procedure. I had not watched any television programming or movies that featured the surgery. I had not even thought about it for 20 years, a time in which it was extremely dangerous. The idea was so powerful in my mind, that I immediately began researching the options. I came across Bariatric Pal's website and joined. The rest, as they say, is history. I had my VSG in Mexico by Dr. Illan, 2 months to the day when I awoke with that voice in my head. Tomorrow will be my 1 month surgiversary. So far, I have had a very easy recovery with virtually no pain. I didn't even have gas pain! (Touch wood). Starting weight: 305lbs. Surgery weight: 290lbs. Current weight: 270lbs. Insurance: Yes, I have insurance that would cover the surgery, and I would even have gone to Johns Hopkins. But I didn't feel that was my path.

If you don't currently have GERD or ultra-severe food addiction, go with the sleeve. The subset of patients for whom food IS life would do better with the bypass or DS IMHO.

The sleeve was originally used as a first-half surgery for the super morbidly obese. It allowed very heavy people to lose a bunch of weight before completing the intestinal portion of the procedure. It worked so well, that many opted to not go through with the second surgery. The sleeve was born. I'm only a month postop, but started at 305lbs. I'm 270lbs today! (15 on preop liquid diet, 20 after surgery). I may never get to 140lbs, but as long as I see onederland I'lI be happy.

I was thinking about this thread last night. First, remember the BMI charts are made based on a typical person that was never 100+lbs over weight. There are some differences between us and that typical person. 1. Loose skin. Even if it is minimal, it is still there. Add 5lbs to the chart weight. (Or 15 if you have a lot!) 2. Your skeleton is sturdier due to carrying the extra weight. Add 3lbs. 3. You have more muscle mass due to carrying the extra weight. Add 15lbs. That is 23lbs, right there. Maybe I've been generous, but you get the idea. Each of us should probably add 20lbs to what the BMI chart says to find our actual ideal. So, for the OP.. 125+20=145lbs. This is why your doctor said to slow down Now you have a new goal, and you are so close! Congratulations!!

As long as you are up moving every couple hours, it will be fine. Everyone is different in their ability. Day 3, I was walking a mile. But I'm 4 weeks out now, and don't walk much more.

Try an enema. A cup of fluid up in there will loosen things more than a suppository.

Sex...

I think the question really is... who doesn't! Mr. Redmaxx... you are a rare bird I bet...

Wait, we still have pubic hair? I thought once I couldn't see it anymore it didn't exist!