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When did you get blood tests?
gabybab replied to 2Bsmaller18's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Like I said, I will insist on labs. I agree with you. 😊 -
Approved!!!! 2 Days To GO!!!!
gabybab replied to KimB7811's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats! You will do great! -
Trouble tolerating bland purees. Should I go back to shakes?
gabybab replied to Briswife15's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
How far out are you? I'm 2 months and finally est more than a little bit. This morning I ate a yogurt with 1/4 granola and 1 T pumpkin seeds. I now can eat just 3 meals. It gets better! -
When did you get blood tests?
gabybab replied to 2Bsmaller18's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My PA told me they only do labs if there is problems. I'm like what? Will probably insist at my 6 month checkup. Love my PA though. -
I'm not sure if I have binge eating disorder, but I ate an awful lot at night. That seems silly to put off approving you. You will definitely not be able to binge ear afterwards. I Hope you get approved soon!
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Chose Dr Ariel Ortiz at OCC
gabybab replied to nssmia's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I'm now sleeved, but I was wanting the lap band as far back as 2003. He has been practicing for a long time and even proctored Dr's in the US. I think he's a great choice and if I had my surgery in Mexico i would chose him, plus he's real easy on the eyes!😍😍 -
I’m so weak and tired
gabybab replied to cravenell888's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Maybe skip the protein shakes the first week. I was on a clear liquid only and did just fine. I have not thrown up but once and I think I triggered my gag reflex brushing my teeth. Hope it gets better soon! -
Overeaters Anonymous - Should I go??
gabybab replied to mousecat88's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I remember going to my first OA meeting and coming down the steps and telling my friend I thought they all had way more problems than me and I didn't need it. I was about 230 and moved out of state. I went on to gain another 100 pounds, so obviously my problem was just as bad. OA Is a good program and has helped many people. I have seen first hand. Good luck! -
Does anyone take gerd medicine and probiotics together? I'm having stomach pain and I saw the Dr yesterday and she said to take the protonix for one more month and if it is not better they will do an endoscopy. I'm 2 months out. Thanks
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Your story sounds like mine. I hated the whey after surgery. It would make me gag, so I drank fairlife milk, high protein yogurt and cheese. I also did refried beans, and cottage cheese. Good luck!
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Don't do like I did and purchase stuff. I would say maybe vitamins and a protein supplement. I gave away 90% off what I bought, and it was a lot! My taste buds changed so much. I couldn't stomach whey afterwards. I used fairlife milk and yogurt. Good luck!
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Advice for people taking care of you
gabybab replied to Dorian300's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I was on a lot of pain meds. My daughter crushed and measured my meds for the middle of the night. Also, she made her dad food for the first month and I paid her. It was a godsend not having to worry about it. -
Feeling Pressure (Gas?) in Chest after drinking/eating
gabybab replied to ChubbyBunny_x's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I had pain in my chest eating and drinking the first month. It passed and I'm too months post-op now. It gets better! -
Christine, do you eat yogurt too? I had my sleeve 2 months ago and I get an ache in my stomach that comes real quick and goes. I'm hoping the protonix and probiotic might help.
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I was in metformin, glimperide and Lantus. I've had diabetes for 15 years or so. I'm now down to 10 units 9f lantus at night. I take glimeperide only if my breakfast or dinner bs is over 180. I'm pleased my numbers are in the 140 range and this morning was 121. They were terribly high the first month out.
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February 2019 weight loss buds
gabybab replied to TheMarine79's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
That's amazing! How much have you lost? -
I would say you would need 4 weeks to feel your best. Jmo
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Return to Work after Surgery
gabybab replied to JerseyNJ's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Personally I would have needed 3 weeks. Good luck! -
3 week stall now. Only have lost 1 pound. I've lost 43 though.
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I keep seeing you can have sugar
gabybab replied to Sandra Nuelken's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I get headaches from artificial sweeteners. I would rather use less table sugar than use sf products. Plus, I've never tasted an artificial sweetener that was good. Is boost from whey? I haven't drank one protein shake, except before surgery, that I liked. I put banana and strawberry in it. After surgery I couldnt even stand the smell of whey. I prepared one after surgery and took a swallow and it triggered my gag reflex. -
Hi! I've only lost 1 pound in 3 weeks. I went to the Dr and she said not to worry. I have, however, lost 43 pounds since Feb 25th. I do think our bodies need time to adjust, but I can't help but feel a little disappointed. Hang In there!
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4 weeks out high protein
gabybab replied to iliana00000's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yogurt. Chobani, YQ or tillamok. They all have 14 grams of protein. Plain YQ has 17 grams. Fairlife milk, they have chocolate too. 13 grams. Single serve tuna has 14 grams and 80 calories. Cottage cheese, mozarella cheese. I ate a ton of beans. Good luck! -
I keep seeing you can have sugar
gabybab replied to Sandra Nuelken's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I hate sf products. I drank fairlife milk and yogurt for protein. It is very hard to find a non sf product. I also can't tolerate whey. It makes me gag. -
Low Energy Levels 1st week
gabybab replied to pampita1's topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
I had extremely low energy the first 2 weeks. At my post-op 13 days later they gave me a vitamin b12 shot which helped tremendously. I Saw the Dr again today for my 2 month post-op and got another shot. She also ordered shots I can administer monthly as well. Give it some time, it definitely gets better! -
CHI Franciscan experiences
gabybab replied to starladustangel's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
I know it is really frustrating. They told me they had to put it in Dr Anwar's desk for approval as well. It seemed I would never have surgery and now I'm two months post-op. I'm sorry it is taking so long, I know the frustration. Hopefully your voice mail will get then to do something and schedule you! Best wishes!
