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Did he give you a reason for only doing a partial DS? I wouldn't think he would do that and have you fail. Truthfully, I haven't heard of a partial though. Try to not panic and unfortunately you'll have to wait to see what happens. Sending you good vibes and best wishes...😊
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You are not going to fail!!! Congratulations on getting your date! Just do everything your Doctor and Nutritionist says and you will succeed. Best of luck!!!
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I agree, my doctor dosen't seem concerned at all. I dont know how to get them to take it seriously. Its really frustrating.
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I'm not sure if this is a DS thing or not but absolutely yes it was super scary! I'm getting better every day so I'm very happy about that. 😁
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He told me the same, yes I wish he had done it all at one time!!! He sutured my colon to my abdominal wall in April hoping it would stay but he wasn't optimistic. Let's hope we both can get back to normal asap. 😊
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Hi and yes I did!! Dr Bruce is my doctor as well and fixed a hernia as well as a twisted colon and some adhesions in April. I had my DS February 2018. Since the April surgery and just had another surgery on June 10th to remove my right colon and a part of my small intestine. This surgery has been rough and I'm not bouncing back like I did before. As I'm writing this I'm at Wakemed Cary in a hospital bed getting fluids and Vitamins. I hope you feel better quickly!!!
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I'm so sorry you are having this problem. Somehow you need to get in and see your surgeon asap. Sending you love and good vibes....
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Thank you so much!!!I figured it was a typo, but I had a good laugh Congratulations on your success!!
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No, I was actually home within 24 hrs! I really hate hospitals!Thanks ... did you have to stay in the hospital until you pooped?!
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It was like 4 days for me and it wasn't pleasant lol
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Thank you for your response!!!! I actually don't take any B12 but I will keep an eye out!mine goes over 2000 sometimes. Evidently it's not dangerous, but it does mean you can cut back a little on your B12 supplements (and save a little money). I used to take a megadose once every two weeks, but the PA at the bariatric clinic said I could cut it back to once every three weeks and still be fine. Just keep an eye on your labs and adjust accordingly.
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Sorry it wasn't 88 months it was 8 lolHey there, NC friend! Thank you so much for sharing with me. It helps to hear real stories, sometimes. Congratulations on your success!!
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Hi guys!!! it's been awhile, hope everyone is doing great!!! I just received my labs and my B12 level is over 2000. Anybody else have this???
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I had the DS at Wake Med in Cary. I started out with a 42 bmi now 15 months later I am a 25. Diabetes gone, high blood pressure gone, and high cholesterol gone!!! I still dont recognize myself in the mirror! The only downfall is smelly poops and smelly gas but the Dr put me on Creon and it seems to be helping. As for telling people, everyone I've told has been supportive but I think it's a personal choice. Best decision I ever made!!! Oh and it took me 8 8 months from start to finish!Good luck on your journey!!!!
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I'm at almost a year since my surgery and this happens all the time to me, I thought it was normal. I go for my year appointment on February 5th and I will mention it.
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Sending love and prayers to you!!! Dr Bruce did mine as well, he is fantastic!!! I had the DS as well. Please let us know how everything goes....
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I mix black coffee with a chocolate Premier Protein shake and I love it!!!
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You look amazing!!!!
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Hey Everybody!!! Hope everyone is well!!!
HW 225
SW 216
CW 163
GW 125
Lost 1lb this week, I feel good except for losing a ton of hair!!!! I'm wearing a size 12 now, it's so exciting!!! I have a collarbone now!!! Hope everyone has a great week!!!
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I hope your surgeon proceeds with your surgery!!! Sending good thoughts your way... Don't give up!!!
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You are doing Phenomenal!!!!
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Mine took 2 1/2 hrs...