RSMKEM
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MaybeMeow reacted to a post in a topic: BYPASS-ERS tell me your success stories!
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RSMKEM started following Ultra Solo with Iron (Bariatric Advantage), BYPASS-ERS tell me your success stories!, I feel really stupid and and 6 others
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BYPASS-ERS tell me your success stories!
RSMKEM replied to MaybeMeow's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I’m just over a year out from bypass surgery and I feel stronger and more alive than I have in years! My BMI is down to 26 from a high of 47. I’ve taken my vitamins as directed along with following my surgeon’s program and all my recent labs came back great. My only regret is that I didn’t do this sooner. Before I sound too much like a commercial for bypass, I have to say that there were times when it was HARD but any struggle that I’ve had so far is still definitely worth it to me. Talk to your surgeon and the doctor who takes care of your facial nerve pain about alternatives to using Motrin as that will no longer be an option after bypass. Best of luck to you as you make your decision! -
RSMKEM reacted to a post in a topic: READY TO THROW IN THE TOWEL
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RSMKEM reacted to a post in a topic: READY TO THROW IN THE TOWEL
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RSMKEM reacted to a post in a topic: Today was the absolute worst day ever
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RSMKEM reacted to a post in a topic: My third surgiversary!
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Glad to hear that you’re getting some answers! You haven’t specifically mentioned whether you’ve been taking multivitamins, calcium, iron, etc. but remember that iron and calcium supplements can interfere with the absorption of some types of thyroid medication. Make sure that you’re not taking them at the same time. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hypothyroidism/expert-answers/hypothyroidism/faq-20058536
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RSMKEM reacted to a post in a topic: For soda/diet soda drinkers..
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RSMKEM reacted to a post in a topic: I’m hungry 😞
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RSMKEM reacted to a post in a topic: Pregnancy after rny
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Appeal overturned. Revision time
RSMKEM replied to ge0rgette2's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I am 11 months post op RNY and I haven’t dumped. -
amboyle728 reacted to a post in a topic: Confused and Depressed
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Confused and Depressed
RSMKEM replied to amboyle728's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I started out at 263. I was so pumped up with fluids and constipated that I did not really start losing until week 3! At 7 days, i was only down 6 lbs. I am now at month 11 and have lost exactly 100 pounds. Don’t give up hope!! Just keep doing what you’re doing and it will happen. I totally understand where you’re coming from. There have been so many times that I kept thinking that it’s not working or it has stopped working but since I’ve been sticking with my plan, the weight is still coming off. -
catchthewind reacted to a post in a topic: Nausea vomiting one year out
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RSMKEM reacted to a post in a topic: Anxiety through the roof! Help!
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I understand that you’re hesitant to take your PPI every day. I am a pharmacist and just wanted to point out that PPIs are not effective when only taken a few times per week. You’re literally wasting your money taking them that way. When you see your doctor, make sure to bring your concerns up so that together, you can find a medication regimen that you are comfortable with. Best of luck and I hope you find relief soon!
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Orchids&Dragons reacted to a post in a topic: Nausea vomiting one year out
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justmetj reacted to a post in a topic: Anyone else NOT have a pre-op diet?? Mine is day before only. 🤷🏻♀️
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Flo-grown reacted to a post in a topic: Anyone else NOT have a pre-op diet?? Mine is day before only. 🤷🏻♀️
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If you’re not taking your PPI every day, it cannot be effective. If you’re only taking it a few times per week, that’s not necessarily being conservative - you’re not giving it a chance to work properly.
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catwoman7 reacted to a post in a topic: Anyone else NOT have a pre-op diet?? Mine is day before only. 🤷🏻♀️
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Anyone else NOT have a pre-op diet?? Mine is day before only. 🤷🏻♀️
RSMKEM replied to newchange16's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Like Rick mentioned above, my surgeon’s office has all of the usual requirements leading up to surgery, but no pre-op diet. The explanation was the same - they wanted me to be as strong as possible leading up to surgery. That being said, there are so many different approaches/plans from surgeon to surgeon that I think people should stick to what they’ve been instructed to do (not trying to imply that you won’t - just a general observation). Best of luck with your surgery! -
Panda333 reacted to a post in a topic: Females over 40, how "fast' did you lose with RNY?
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Females over 40, how "fast' did you lose with RNY?
RSMKEM replied to Panda333's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Hi! I’m 46, female and 5’ 4”. Like the OP, I also have PCOS. RNY Bypass Surgery: 4/12/19 Highest weight: 278 Surgery weight: 263 Current weight: 168 Goal weight: 135 but I’d be pretty happy with 145. Best of luck with your surgery. My only regret these days is that I wish that I would have done this sooner! -
FluffyChix reacted to a post in a topic: Upper Left Lung
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Please seek medical attention immediately! I had the same symptoms at almost one week post op and was diagnosed with clots in both lungs. Don’t wait! Better to be safe than sorry.
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I’m just over 6 months out and gel nails work way better for me. I have them re-done every 2-3 weeks as well. I keep them relatively short because if I don’t, they start to break and chip.
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RSMKEM replied to Alex Brecher's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I’m so glad to see that you’ve added BA Ultra Solo multivitamins! I set up a recurring order. 😀 -
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Oikos Triple Zero is the best that I’ve found. Two Good and YQ by Yoplait are also pretty decent.
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Ultra Solo with Iron (Bariatric Advantage)
RSMKEM posted a topic in Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements
Has anyone used Ultra Solo with Iron vitamins by Bariatric Advantage? My dietician recommended it and I’m looking for feedback before I order it. Thanks! -
RSMKEM started following sillykitty
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Thanks. I’ve been getting at least 70 ounces of fluid each day.