marw
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Congratulations! Way to go and keep up the good work!!
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Best wishes, Copa and keep us posted on your progress.
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I haven't posted since my post about the acid bothering me. It lasted a week and 1/2 and hasn't bothered me since. I really think it was the stressful week I was having. I'm still on plan . . I'm still walking every day . ..I'm not losing much weight. I'm ok . .remember my motto "I don't care if the weight comes off slowly, as long as it stays off". I still believe that. I am considering, though, that it might be nearing time for my first fill. I don't want to rush it. Things have gone so smoothly so far and I'm afraid of all the "what ifs" involved with a fill . .. what if it's too tight and I have to mess around with not being able to eat properly, and what if I need an "unfill" and what if it kicks up the acid reflux again? All things to consider . . I am still losing slowly - ounces rather than pounds . .. I don't know, lots to consider. Have a great weekend everyone and thanks for all the responses to my acid post - everyone was very helpful. :thumbup:
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Thanks for the update and it was good to read of your success . . .you are doing great! 38 - 39 pounds . .wow! I know it's hard when you're busy . . I work at a school and this is my busy, busy time . .my commitment is to at least walk a mile/day . . so far so good even on the busy days. Keep up the good work and post when you can - best wishes.
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5 days . . getting close . .. best wishes and keep us posted!
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Sounds like Jax is a pretty smart gadget . . glad he works so well for you and comforting to know the numbers and the "why" . .you are doing great and I love your posts!
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I hope you can get with a different surgeon also. I had a bad experience at the first bariatric treatment center I checked into and I know what you mean, it set me back for a while. My daughter was the one who kept encouraging me to try again and when I got to the new surgeon's office, I knew it was right . . .everything has been great. Best wishes, Malasis . ..keep us posted!
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5 days - wow, getting close. I'm excited for you and glad you'll be giving yourself time to heal . . best wishes and keep us posted!
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Live and learn, huh? We've all been there and it will be a good reminder to chew. Glad you are doing well . . the soreness gets better and wow what a great and supportive hubby! :-)
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Success? Does 10 Sizes smaller equal Success? I think so!!!
marw commented on janetsjourneytoslim's blog entry in Blog 75574
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Thank you for sharing that part of yourself. I know it will help many bandsters and those considering becoming a bandster. You're a tough cookie and I admire you for it. Keep on goin'!
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Aren't Chinese people small? Or am I making that up?
marw commented on LoseIt!'s blog entry in LoseIt!'s Blog
Thanks for the post and it sounds like you are doing fabulous!! Way to go! -
Keep us posted - we're here for you!!
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Wonderful reminder and congratulations on your success . . .keep up the good work and keep on reporting those successes!!
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Running? Ummm . . .good for you . .. ick . ..can't say it's my thing, but I do enjoy walking . . seriously, I'm glad for you - it's great to get inspired by something and have that goal - yeah! Go you!!
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Ok, I have put off writing this post because I just don't want to admit I have a problem . . but if anyone has suggestions that may help, well . . I just have to ask. I used to have pretty bad acid reflux before surgery. Since surgery I have cut the Prevacid in half (only one a day instead of 2) . . but I've increased it back up to 2 for the last week because I have this feeling - not of acid in my throat like I used to get, but my chest hurts near my sternum (band I assume) and a weird fluttery feeling . . .I had it one time before surgery and actually went to ER and was admitted .. . after a hundred tests for heart, they told me it was my acid reflux. So I'm not happy that it's back . .. actually I was extremely happy that it was gone! I don't want the acid to affect my band. Anyone else have this trouble? Today is the third episode I've had recently for no apparent reason and I've been dealing with it all day today (ok, so I say no apparent reason . ..it probably is stress related - very busy time at work right now and I was in meetings from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.) . .I've tried adding Tums as well as GasX . . but I'm not getting it under control - - -help me out here band buddies . ..what do ya know about it? Thanks!!
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Thanks for posting back regarding my acid problem . . I actually wondered about potassium as I knew that could potentially give this feeling as well .. . I may wind up calling the doc for advice if it doesn't get better. I had also heard that acid could get worse with band . . didn't want to believe it and I had been doing soo well . ..I'll just have to figure this out . .. can't keep feeling like this, that much I know. Thanks again, Rose
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Hi Group, This is my first post to this site . .. it was recommended by Laura (my Michigan band buddy). She said you were all very helpful .. .well I'm looking for a little assitance, if you please. I was just banded 7/15/10 and am doing really well. I'm losing consistenly and have not even needed a fill yet. This past week I started having problems with acid reflux. I used to have it pretty bad before surgery, but not after surgery. I've gone back to 2 Prevacids / day and even added Tums and GasX . . not getting it under control. Any thoughts anyone? I don't want the acid to damage my band, plus I just need to feel better! Thanks everyone!
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Throwing up EVERYTHING I have eaten today???
marw commented on janetsjourneytoslim's blog entry in Blog 75574
I was thinking the exact same thing as sandy . . .stress will definitely contribute to stomach upset . .. I'm dealing with it right now with acid . . have not had a problem since surgery in July and right now is a very stressful time at work - was in meetings today from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. - seriously . ..have been fighting acid all day. Just a thought . . in any case, I hope you are better tomorrow . . sometimes the unexplained things are frustrating, huh? -
So happy for the new clothes size . . .how great! And congrats to hubby too!
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Thanks for the encouraging words regarding my picutres . . you're very kind. Best wishes . . ..
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Thank you again, Sandy for your kinds words. You're a true supporter and I'm not sure where your thoughts came from in your last post where you wrote about talking less . . I think that giving an opinion is a sign that 1) you're listening and 2) you care . . . both good and positive things. Just something for further consideration . . .Rose