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TLC's MY 600-LB LIFE Casting Call for Season 7!
heycrystal2052 replied to Alex Brecher's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I'm not a fan of this show, I usually find myself getting very upset as I see that person take advantage of their health and life. Sure, most have severe issues and some are just plain lazy and could not give two craps about themselves. Now, every now and then, you do have some that are raised to be unhealthy. From day one, their parents fed them and lacked loving and building solid adults and for them, I do enjoy watching their reach for success. -
I am one week post op gastric sleeve and I feel pretty good. I'm struggling to get enough liquid at times I think. And I know I'm deficient in protein. I'm still on full liquids. The shakes don't taste the same as they did before. I feel like I'm so freaking hungry....maybe it's mental bc why on earth would anyone dream of eating frozen burritos..yet here I am doing just that. I hope it gets easier. I have two more weeks of full liquids before purée foods. Anyone have any suggestions?
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Has Anyone Kept Their Surgery A Secret?
AZBlackhawk replied to Dtrain84's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I haven't told anyone at work, although they oknew I was having surgery. Most people didn't even ask what type of surgery. A few people did and I just said I've had a few surgeries before and this is just another one. When a gal at work told me I look great and asked me how much I've lost, I told her the total I've lost since April, which is pre op weight loss too! My in laws know because my mother in less came to help after surgery, so that whole side of family knows bc she is a talker. Other than my husband and a few friends, it's just me. I would tell people if it came up or if someone struggling asked me. But not otherwise right now. -
Revision from sleeve to Rny bc of gerd
Maria Castillo posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Getting revision done from sleeve to bypass on August 21 anybody who has done the same by the way is because of gerd -
Hi guys! Just wondered if anyone had any food ideas for puréed stage? I am getting a bit fed up of puréed chicken and carrots lol! Thanks in advance! xXx
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Tolerating liquids/yogurt/cream soups very well one week out- maybe soft food soon?
carla817 posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm really looking forward to soft foods bc the "sweetness" of all the yogurts/cottage cheese/pudding is killing me. I'm adding cream soups too but really can't wait to venture out. Anyone else feeling like the healing spirit s better than expected? Or am I fooling myself? Also wondering what the deal with coffee is- I went back to work yesterday as I only sit at my job and I have no pain - but I was definitely tired and would've loved a small black coffee. Have to wait until Friday to ask my docs. -
JULY SLEEVERS- How are you doing?
mytime4me replied to dreamingsmall's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hey all... I was sleeved on the 28th...slowly starting to feel like myself again. The constipation is brutal! I am about 4 days post op and can drink at least 4 oz every 20 mins or so, even more... I am trying to moderate it bc the nutritionist said to drink no more than 2 oz every 20 mins while awake. Protein shakes less so than water but still more than 2-4 oz. Just wondering if this is normal? -
Does your body adapt to the malnourish
Postop replied to tobiganymore's topic in Duodenal Switch Surgery Forum
Hi, What my surgeons told me is the body fights its hardest to return to normal, but it can't bc it's been changed, permanently. Generally, the malabsorption does lessen somewhat after a few years and then usually reaches its set point. Does your stomach give you any pain while it's gurgling? Do you have gas or diarrhea? When is the the last time you did a course of Flagyl? May be time to sort things out. -
I was told 2 weeks bc you have to be able to turn quickly out you need to react but I probably could've driven sooner if I needed to.
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I look at obese documentaries of people eating too much food
missnoregrets replied to dreamingsmall's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yep I also watch my 600 lb life and did when I was in hospital post op . It kept me motivated ! I love the Dr on it . Is it Dr Nowzarden ? He is straight to the point and doesn't put up with any bs haha Does anyone know anyone from that show -
Just a little vent!
hmills653 replied to belinda401's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I actually had to call off one day bc even though its scheduled myself a different day and only work 3 days a week, they moved me to that day bc they were short sand couldn't get anyone to switch with me. -
Hello, Started this process May of 2017. Finished 8 weeks of behavior modification classes and now have 6 monthly weight visits with my hometown doctor. Did anyone else have to do that? It is an insurance thing. I have Iowa BC/BS. I'm still hoping to get my surgery in before the end of the year since my deductible has been met. Anyone out there still in the " jumping through hoops" phase?
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Surgery went well and I was home last Friday. Then on Tuesday I ended up w a high fever and was in the hospital for four days. :-( came home last night and I am just praying and monitoring my temperature so it does not get high. I do NOT want to go back to the hospital. I told the doc I regretted getting the surgery but he is so nice and a really good doc....running so many tests to try finding out what is causing the fever. How about you? I am about to go walk in my house bc it help keeping fever down.
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You'll love it!! It's like having police in your pouch bc if you overeat, it's coming back up. Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app
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Congrats on your success and on changing your life! Also huge congrats on listening to your tool again! Wahooooo! Would you mind if I barrage you with questions? Were you on any hormone therapy drugs following your treatment? Did they affect the decision on VSG v. RNY? Have you ever had issues with GERD? TIA (I'm 6 years out from BC and am on Femara--trying to decide between VSG/RNY.)
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You can get used to it. I was never a big fan of artificial sweeteners, but they don't affect my bs so I learned to like them in my coffee. I only use 1 teaspoon of splenda, and it tastes great to me now.
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Bcbs insurance anyone?
jaejae79 replied to Curiousme's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have anthem bc/bs of VA. I had to visit with my pcp for monthly weight consults/recordings for 6 consecutive months and her approval for surgery, psych eval, nutritionist visit, and cardiac clearance. After completing everything, my surgeons office sent in for approval which took about 2 weeks for anthem to notify me by mail that I was approved. Super excited because it's been a longggg journey. -
Keto vs paleo??? Have you ever tried it?
Apple1 replied to xoxococojay's topic in Post-op Diets and Questions
For me lower carb works the best. I started eating LC back in January at 233 pounds and I lost down to 208 on my surgery date. The difference now is I am focusing on high protein. Having type 2 diabetes made this choice a no-brainer for me as my body is obviously very sensitive to carbs. Since surgery I have had normal BS and off all diabetes meds. This diet works because it is sustainable for me. My carbs usually fall out at around 25-30 net on a daily basis. One day a week I eat 40g net carbs as I have read and been told this is a good idea especially having a thyroid problem. My protein has been 75-100 consistently, and my calories are 950-1000. I have great energy and just feel healthy. -
Howdy and Imaginary Hat Tip
Sherrie Scharbrough replied to FluffyChix's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Welcome!! YAY KUDO'S on fighting that damn CANCER!!! Sorry I lost my MOM 13 years ago to Lung Cancer. I hate that stuff, muchh like everyone else. I had the RNY on July 2, 2013. I have maintained my weight loss for 3 and 1/2 years. I lost my weight in 6 months. I was so insulin resistant that my PCP was ready to throw up his hands. Since my surgery I haven't had to use anything. They call it remission. LOL I guess once you have Diabetes you have it. I found out 3 months ago when I had my blood work done, my BS was 210. My new DR wanted to treat it right away. I told her give me a month. I got back into my exercise and set down hard on my carbs. The first morning it was 165 then the rest were well within the guidelines so I dodged a bullet there. I decided to have the RNY because I knew I one chance and I said GO BIG OR GO HOME!!! I have never been srry about my choice not ever. Good Luck on whichever surgery you decide on. Never be afraid to ask ?. I'm sure you will get anwsers on any thing you may want to know. I look forward to following your journey. -
Sleeve friends ?
Emileana replied to crystallmarie's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was sleeved April 6/17 and would love friends!! I am from BC Canada and have Instagram Emileana... I post about all sorts of stuff in my life not just surgery stuff though so don't mind my cat or my son lol Sent from my SM-G930W8 using BariatricPal mobile app -
What was the biggest surprise for you at or after surgery? What do you wish you had known?
AK_Bookworm replied to sunmeadow's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am most surprised that even though I'm heavier (surgery weight was 284) I'm not losing big numbers like a lot of others. My weight loss each week has been consistently 2.3-3 lbs a week but no huge losses. I'm also most surprised at how scared I am to try new sizes and how slow going down sizes has been. I am happy with my choice to have VSG but I'm surprised that I'm actually regretting not doing the original procedure I wanted (SADI-S) and didn't do because I had surgery in Mexico and wasn't comfortable have that type of surgery and not having my surgeon local. Lastly I'm a lot angrier since having surgery lol... my patience is a lot thinner and I just can't handle BS like I could before which is partially a good thing since before surgery I was a doormat and let everyone walk all over me and take advantage of my niceness so I'm hoping with my lack of patience now that I'll stand up for myself more and not let people use me. -
To Tell or Not To Tell
hmills653 replied to Polly Pocket's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I told my family and friends that I see in person. I told everyone ar work bc they are like an extended family and we support each other and one of the girls even said she was considering it as well. I did not announce it on social media bc I have come this close to unfriending ignorant people over this topic. I had someone post about how she lost 60# and didn't cheat and take the easy way out by having surgery that she went to the gym every day to lose the weight. I was so posed and commented about how weight loss surgery is not cheating, it's a tool and some people cannot physically perform exercises at the gym and with co-morbidities surgery may be their only option over death. This was before I even had surgery but it kills me that purple can be like this. She then either deleted the whole post or blocked me from seeing the post of that's an option idk. But I figure I don't see these people they don't need to know the intimate details of my life. But I feel comfortable telling everyone else especially if can help someone else to change their life for the better. -
Having trouble getting my daily protein
hmills653 replied to sylvia2017's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
This is similar to the sample menu I was given. I understand it's a good concept but I know my dietician wanted to to start eating that way at 3 weeks. I am 8 weeks out and I have to wait at least any hour after I eat to be able to drink or I can feel it. Then I am finally able to drink about 6 oz at a time, but then I have to wait at least a half hr before I can drink more. On the days I work its hard sometimes to even get a lunch break sometimes. I do 12 hr shifts, unfortunately we've been understaffed for over a year now making it worse. But I do have to eat multiple times a day to get enough protein. Yesterday I had 2 eggs before I left for work at 6 am. While at work anytime I went to the back to grab something for a patient I passed the break room, so I stop and drink some water. Around 10 am I ate a string cheese. At 1 pm I ate a 20 gm protein bar for lunch. At 5:30 I had a Greek yogurt. When I got home at 8:30 I had 2 oz of chicken for dinner. During the day I was able to get in about 36 oz of fluid and 77 gm of protein. Ideally I shouldn't be eating dinner that late, and yes I should get more fluid in. But I feel for working on a busy floor at the hospital I did pretty good and there's no way I could've done it without snacks in between meals. I haven't gotten to the point where I'm able to add in vegetables yet though bc I get full off the protein but I know it will come in time. At home I can do a little better without the time constraints of work. -
Bcbs insurance anyone?
AZBlackhawk replied to Curiousme's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had bypass but I did have BCBS (of Illinois). It was pretty easy but I wonder if it depends on the plan you are on. I did not need a 3 month medical weight loss. I just had to document what I had tried in the past (weight watchers, Medifast, diet and exercise, etc). I was only frustrated bc it too a long time to get pre-approval - 3 business weeks! Then they mailed a letter to my surgeons office (snail mail). Once my surgeon received the pre-approval, then bcbs needed to give them pre-certification, which took another 3 business weeks. ***BCBS covered my surgery at 100% (hospital stay only) because I used a Blue Advantage center of excellence. Otherwise I would have paid my coinsurance. I still need to pay the surgeon and doctors, but it saved me a ton of money and I chose an amazing hospital/team to have the surgery. Call BCBS and talk to someone. They can help you. I called like 3 times before I went for a surgery consult with different questions. -
Old clothes? What did you do?
AZBlackhawk replied to AZBlackhawk's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Yes. The clothes I bought just bc they fit...not bc I liked them!! No more doing that!
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