arringtonc49
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I am 2 yrs post sleeve. I was scared too and had some anxiety but all for nothing! It is the best thing I have done for my life. It was so good with the surgery that I thought some thing was wrong. I felt so good I could not believe it. Only had some gas pain which went away when you walk it off. Had no problems with swallowing at all. Did everything by the book. I have lost 110lbs. No more meds! Health is good!! So don't fear!! It will go well. Just do what you are told. Sent from my Pixel 2 using BariatricPal mobile app
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Yes I have not lost friends but I notice a change in how they act towards me. Even my closes relatives. I hear some negative things out of their mouths. But I know what I had to do to change for my health. I don't care if they understand or not. I am happy with me. I feel like I am no longer in bondage to bad eating habits. I am do thankful and grateful I made a wise choice. Sent from my Pixel 2 using BariatricPal mobile app
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Does anyone regret getting the sleeve?
arringtonc49 replied to Kadidy's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Best decision I have ever made. No regrets at all Sent from my Pixel 2 using BariatricPal mobile app -
January 2018 Sleevers HERE
arringtonc49 replied to PrincessDy's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
That's why the program have you see a psychiatrist to find out why you eat the way you do and what sparks you to eat the wrong things and learn how to change those eating habits. Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
January 2018 Sleevers HERE
arringtonc49 replied to PrincessDy's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
It not about being afraid to become dehydrated. It is about doing the right thing. If you can't follow the plan for your well being than why have surgery? Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
January 2018 Sleevers HERE
arringtonc49 replied to PrincessDy's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I was told to drink decaf coffee and tea. Wait at least 6 months for stomach to heal. Caffenated coffee and tea will dehydrate you. I am 1 yr post op and have a cup of coffee everyday. Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Anyone else fear gaining the weight back.
arringtonc49 replied to ctdan's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Yes I have that fear too. I just refuse to go back to eating any rice,potatoes , pastas,bread and other high carbs. I am still going to gym. I am 11 months post op. I am doing great as well. I pray to keep doing the right things to keep my weight within Goal range. Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
January 2018 Sleevers HERE
arringtonc49 replied to PrincessDy's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hello I am almost 1 yr post op. Sleeved March 10 2017 Best thing I have done. Start 223lbs and now Weigh 115lbs. I am 5'2". I eat every 2-3 hrs. I do not eat potatoes or pasta or breads. I eat substitutes instead. I get my 80 g protein in everyday which is priority to me and my water intake which is mixture of water/ vitamin water/ crystal light/decaf tea/decaf coffee/ sugar free Popsicles. I have no problems except constipation which is norm from so much protein. I just take Stool softener at times If I eat a salad than I go without needing Stool softner. I go to gym 2_3 X a week. I use to go 4-5 X a week. I am no longer on meds for B/P, Cholesterol nor diabetes. Everything is normal now. I don't need a knee replacement now either. My knees feel good. I just Thank God for this Blessing For my health. So you just do everything you suppose to do and everything will be fine. Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Sitting in the Hospital, Feeling Amazing!
arringtonc49 replied to BreesBypassJourney's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Congratulations!! I was the same way. Just some GAS but I use GAS X STRIPS and walked that off. No nausea. Just felt good. I am 9 months post op sleeve and down 105 lbs and loving it with no problems Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
I was the same way. OH BUT HOW HAPPY I AM NOW!!!! I am 9 months post op. BEST thing I have ever done. I am healthier now than ever before. No pain in my knees. I walk better than before. So don't fear; it will be alright!! It is a change but for the better. Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app
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Who did you tell? Choosing your support carefully...
arringtonc49 replied to ajmsp8879's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I did not tell everybody. I had several negative comments. I carefully pick who I tell. Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Yes!! Mine does it when I eat Yogurt too! Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app
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New member surgery set for Valentine’s Day
arringtonc49 replied to Icsmallpeople's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Congratulations and welcome! You will do fine. This is a exciting journey. I am 8 months post op and am so happy. This is the best decision I have made for my health. No more meds!!!! Just do everything you are suppose to do and things will turn out great!!!! Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
I'm one year post op today. 12/14 (lots of pictures)
arringtonc49 replied to goldenbarbie's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
You look awesome!!! Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
I made it to onederland and feeling great. Pics attached.
arringtonc49 replied to Dimples58's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
AWESOME!!!! Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
First day after surgery - everything is going great
arringtonc49 replied to DrDon's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It sounds like you are doing great!!! It should get better Each day. Just walk around as much as you can which helps Get rid of gas pain. Congratulations!!!! On your journey. Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Post-op pooping
arringtonc49 replied to Rose400491's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I still have issues with constipation. I take Ducolax. I was told protein binds you up. I am not complaining. I use to have IBS and went to bathroom Everytime I put something to eat in my mouth. Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
multivitamin that won't make me gag?
arringtonc49 replied to Lainey H's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I take 2 Flintstones complete vitamins in morning. My Bloodwork is very good!!!!!!! Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
October sleeve photo result.
arringtonc49 replied to bigsel's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Wow!!! Congratulations!!!! Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
People don't recognize me
arringtonc49 replied to downsizing2017's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Thank you! I just follow meal plan with protein / water / I exercise at gym at least 4 X a week. Just treadmill /elliptical /weights. And water aerobics. I stay away from carbs. Some things have carbs but a very low amt. No rice/potatoes /bread. I substitute with mashed Cauliflower. Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
New here Surgery date Dec 6th
arringtonc49 replied to Lordofthepugs's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Just want to say that it will be the best decision you made. Every one goes through surgery differently. I did not have any problems what so ever. Just walk,walk,walk to get rid of gas pain. Follow the plan. Exercise ( walking) protein/ water and you should do fine. I have lost 100 lbs. I am 8 months post op sleeve. Only thing is constipation. I take Stool softner for that. I use to have IBS but not now. I would recommend WLS TO anyone with health problems who can't get rid of weight. It is a good thing!!!! Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
People don't recognize me
arringtonc49 replied to downsizing2017's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
I have lost 100 lbs. I am 8 months post op sleeve. I am so glad I made this decision. No more meds.!!!!!! People tell me I need to stop losing weight. I tell them they don't know me and my struggle with weight and my health. My health is better than ever before. Knees feel Great!! I have reached my goal!!!! I am now 120 lbs. Started at 223 lbs. 5' 2" People say I look like I weigh 110 lbs. These are people that only knew me for 10 yrs. Met me when I was bigger. Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
I’ve regained ALL the weight back 😢♀️
arringtonc49 replied to wouldntmindasandwich's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I agree about therapist. That was a requirement before my surgery. Find out why you eat The way you do. Also I eat a half of protein bar and protein chips in evening or Yogurt. I eat at least every 3 hrs. I am still losing weight. I don't think that is gazing. Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Where you were sleeved?
arringtonc49 replied to cbc1975's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Baltimore Md Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Anyone out there still wear their binder?
arringtonc49 replied to Rose400491's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Never had to wear a binder. Sent from my D6708 using BariatricPal mobile app