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trouble with stitch infected
carolyn24seven posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have one suture site that won't heal up. I thought I had caused it because of wearing an underwire bra. It was all pussy and I would drain clean it with alcohol each morning and night. then I got to going around braless~not pretty at this stage~ anyway, got the infection cleared up and in cleaning the site yesterday it is still open! 5 weeks post op. Well, looking in I think I see a blue thread. I tried to get it up to the surface with tweesers, but no luck. I guess I will go to the Dr. on Monday? Has anyone else had this happen? What did you do? Of course I had to discover this on the weekend. Is there anything that will disolve the stitch? All my other wounds are healing nicely. Just the one under the left boobie is a problem. -
Need to get back on track!
kimmy*custis replied to Pookeyism's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
I am also in the same boat. I haven't gained any back ....occasionally I will be up 1-2 lbs but I haven't lost in 3 months. I haven't been eating but I have been drinking wine....lots of it! I started today.....no more alcohol, back to the workout regimen I was using. I only have 18 more to go....I can do this and so can all of you! -
Fainting... 4 months post-op sleeve
az062217vsg posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi all, In the past month I've fainted twice. Fainting is not new to me, used to faint due to dehydration Pre-op, so the first time I fainted (in Vegas, no alcohol) I thought it was due to dehydration so my NP ordered for me to get IV hydration. Today I fainted again (this time in a Verizon store), but didn't feel it coming like I usually do, and after fainting I've been more tired than normal and kind of nauseous. I called my surgeon's after hours number and my surgeon doesn't think it's hydration related because I'm further post-op than typical for dehydration to occur. He said just to rest, eat a snack, keep drinking water, and call the office tomorrow for an appointment and maybe some blood work. Has anyone else experienced something similar? If so what was determined as the cause? Thanks! -
I've never really been a huge drinker, and before surgery it was not uncommon for me to go many months without a drink. I had my surgery Nov., 2015 and am living an entirely different lifestyle in a new country where drinking alcohol is the one common denominator at every social event. Because I suffer from social anxiety, this appeals to me because it calms me down and makes me more outgoing and friendly. That is, if I wasn't drinking I would stay home. My question is how does this effect weight loss and maintaining weight?
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I actually use Xylitol... it's a sugar alcohol, but tastes exactly like sugar and has the same granulated effect... dissolves great too and you can you it same as sugar in baking... I am a health nut, hate eating chemicals like splenda and know that regular sugar is one of the worse things in the world you can put in your body... Do a search on Xylitol on Google and you will find out all the great things about it... it is a natural sugar alcohol derived from various sources and has little effect on your blood sugar... it is also being put in gum and candy now because it is so good for your teeth! It also is good for children to consume since it helps keep them free and clear of ear infections..... tons of great stuff on it... try it, you will love it! Kammi in Everett, WA soon to be banded 5/27/08 Dr. Kuri - Mexico
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I am not sure about the amount. My rule is to eat until I am no longer hungry instead of eating until I am full. The alcohol and carb question would be up to you and how quickly you want to loose. I haven't had alcohol yet because they are empty calaries (Although I plan on having a shot of tequilla to celebrate Onederland shortly I hope ) I had stayed with a low carb diet. I think it has helped me to loose faster than average. Partly because I am impatient and wanted faster results. There are those who eat carbs in moderation. They may loose a little slower, but are still every bit as successful. Hope that helps. Your doing great!
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One of the real pleasures of my former lifestyle was having a good glass of wine with a fine meal. I really miss that. But I keep putting off my first post-op glass of wine. Of the few treats I have allowed myself in the past few months, I have chosen to have Desserts rather than wine. Then the next day I regret my choice because the dessert turns out not to be so special and I can never eat a whole serving anyway. I think I'm afraid to have the wine because I believe that alcohol interferes with weight loss even more than simple carbs. I guess I'll just wait until I reach my ultimate goal before I partake. But even then, I won't be able to drink it with my meal. Oh well, I'll trade that pleasure for my new healthier body anytime.
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Hi All, I am back newly banded 4-2-04. I am wondering why I do not have more energy. On my 4th day post op I felt great. I must admit I did a lot of things around the house and I probably overdid just a bit. Then I was so tired yesterday (slept alot) and today is better but not the same as Tuesday. I read all the archives and there seemed to be a lot of people who went back to work 3 days after surgery. I did have some problems in surgery with adhesions so it took longer and I was allergic to anesthesia so I awoke sick as a dog. I am feeling like a wimp! I usually bounce back quickly from everything. I know I am older that a lot of people and that could contribute. My job is not a sedentary one so I took this week off to recuperate. I am just hopeing I start getting back to normal soon. I really thought it would be a piece of cake and hardly any down time. I was wrong. Do you have any words of wisdom for me. O....btw my doctor told me it would be better for the band if I did not drink alcohol. He said it could contribute to erosion of the band. I for one do not want to go through that again, not to mention the cost. I am opting for no alcohol now and in the future.
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Insurance woes and psych eval concerns....
DeLarla replied to piercedqt78's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
The psyche eval isn't a big deal. I don't know anyone that hasn't passed it. They just want to make sure you are mentally prepared to change your entire lifestyle. If they find out you are an alcoholic, for example, that's a problem since intoxicated people don't have good eating judgment or make wise choices (drunk folk often chow down cheeseburgers at 3:00 a.m.) Or if you tell them, "there's no way on earth I can eat slow" or "I'm not quitting my Saturday large cheese pizza" then you aren't psychologically ready to undergo weight loss surgery. You have to be willing to let go of old ways, which is why they do the psyche eval. -
Calorie Intake for weight loss after weight gain.
merylinda replied to merylinda's topic in Food and Nutrition
Thank you! Yea, sadly they won’t lol My calorie intake eating as I would say like a beast protein after protein yesterday was about 600. Thankfully, I realized where I was gaining all the weight gain, it was from alcohol, I could drink a bottle of wine like it’s no ones business as I cleaned my home. So I quit the fun drinking and now am just focusing on fueling my body with what it needs -
Careypea, don't worry about the nurse. If (when) she starts to give you a hard time, tell her it has been an emotional thing with you - and you are there to get your fill because you are dealing with those issues. You are not there for a lecture, you are there for a fill. Does your surgeon have a psychologist set up for patients to work with? I have continued to see the one I saw prior to surgery - on an infrequent basis, but still seeing him about every 2-3 months. We are on an "as-needed" basis at this point. You have some issues he/she could help you with - practical help with emotional eating and such things. Most surgeons work with a person like that or have suggestions about some who help people with our disease cope with the emotional aspects of it. Required reading for my shrink is a book called "The Emotional First + Aid Kit" by Cynthia L. Alexander, PsyD. It is available on Amazon for a modest price (paperback). My shrink said to BUY it, not borrow it from the library, because I could find it very helpful to refer back to as needed. The unfortunate thing about our disease/addiction to food - the drug addict can stop - the alcoholic can stop - but we still have to eat. You have taken a huge step in putting your emotions down on paper. It has helped you to talk about it with your most treasured friends. There will always be those like the nurse who are well-meaning in intent, but mis-guided in action. Pay attention to their intent, and forgive them their action. You do not owe an explanation to those people, but you do owe your best effort to yourself. God has guided you to this point and He is not going to abandon your here. Let it go and concentrate on the steps to make this journey successful.
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The same thing happened to a person in my wls group. He was never a drinker, never touched alcohol, in fact. He had elevated liver enzymes but nothing astronomical, so did I. Doc opened him up and he had cirrhosis of the liver and wasn't able to have the surgery.
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super low fat diet and daily doses of milk thistle. no alcohol, minimize any drugs as much as possible. eat as clean as you can to rest the liver from having to detox you. good luck!
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I'm actually allergic to alcohol, so it's like having a built in two drink limit and I rarely exceed one. It has made me prioritize quality over quantity, and I can make a shot of good scotch last two hours. (Bartenders hate me.) I'm sure I'll be able to do without for as long as necessary after surgery since I only drink for flavor, not effect. I appreciate that it's very hard to kick for those who do drink for effect, as I have a sister who gave the local CVS a brand new drive thru window, but I thought alcoholic tendencies were something they screen for during the required psychiatric evaluation. Sent from my SM-G930T using BariatricPal mobile app
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It's pretty normal for all of us on the liquid stage. It goes away when then you will most likely have the opposite problem.. But the last poster has a good point about the sugar alcohols not helping.
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Replacing food with other addictions? Sleevers 6 months and beyond?
swimmom replied to Lap2sleeve's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was worried about cross-over addictions while I was researching as well. I do know a few people that had WLS and ended up dealing with alcohol problems. However, I quit drinking 5 years ago because I was uncomfortable with my drinking habits. When I made the decision to get the sleeve last Fall, I decided that I wasn't likely to have a crossover problem with alcohol, since I don't drink (and didn't plan to start). I was sleeved March 18th of this year, and I am very thankful that drinking is not on my option list these days. Can't go cold-turkey like that on food, unfortunately. Instead, you just really have to re-frame how you think about food - I try to look at it only as fuel, not as a pleasure thing. -
one month and 12 days to go... I have some ???
TracieR commented on I-wanna-be-a-loser's blog entry in I-wanna-be-a-loser's Blog
1. Sometimes I can - sometimes not! Depends on how tight I am. 2. Mind didn't fade Everyone is different though! 3. I tell everyone that asks. I haven't had any negative feedback. (to my face anyway ) 4. YES! Follow what your doctor says and exercise! You will do great! 5. I've read there is a low profile port - don't know too much about it though 6. I'm sorry to say that I can't do chicken breast. Again, everyone is different though. I eat a lot of seafood now. 7. I think so...my band limits the amount of food I can eat so I think it won't let me overeat and put the weight back. But you have keep up with your after care (fills, diet, exercise) 8. The alcohol will slow your weight loss. I count calories, so you could save your calories for it. I say whatever works for you 9. I started with centrum chewables and now take a regular multi vitamin. I have no problem swallowing any pills now. 10. I started out a 46 DDD and now am a 42 D. Unfortunately they are kind of saggy! YUCK! Oh well, I'll eventually have to get a boob job! I have had a very positive experience. The exercise has helped me the most. Good for the mind, body and spirit! Good Luck to you! -
Hello everyone. I've been absent from the forums for a while, I got a bunch of great information and asked a few questions which got me through the decision + the stages to be able to eat again. I was a self pay so the process was much easier than I expected. Psychology wise, I've adapted to the new lifestyle pretty well. I have my moments where I'd really like to eat something shouldn't. Anyhow, I'm fairly impressed with my progress, if not a little shocked. I'm currently around 55 lbs lost in about 12 weeks. I certainly didn't think it would come off this quick and I'm expecting it to slow. My original goal is ~120 lbs down, actually, anything near 200 would be awesome. Most importantly, I don't let things go to my head. Even with Thanksgiving and a wedding in the span of four days, I kept myself on the straight and narrow. During the holidays I just kept saying to myself that I wanted to have a whole new wardrobe by next Christmas. I did indulge a bit, had alcohol, had some sweets. I find I can't eat many breads, few pastas, and that's fine with me -- probably where I got most of my calories. I'm stepping up the physical activity over the next few months. I had no delusions about it coming off, it will, I'm just going to work as hard as I can to make it happen. Anyway, I hope the New Year is treating you all well. So far, I haven't even had a fill yet, the doctor is happy with the progress. Any advice from anyone in the same place as me? Anything you'd do differently? I'm not over confident, if anything I'm the opposite. I will tell you, it feels great to eat so little compared to what I did and feel full. I'm not sure if I can say with any assurance that I could ever feel full before surgery. I was either starving of stuffed, not "full". My best to you all. John
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Fellow Gastric Sleevers who started at 348 lbs
Musharooni replied to Curvy Girl's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I was sleeved on April 18, 2012 and my weight on surgery day was 350 lbs. My current weight is 230 lbs--I am down 120 lbs from the date of surgery a little over 8 months. I, too, have done everything pretty much by the book--I haven't eaten bread since March 2012 and closely monitor my carb intake, no carbonated beverages, no alcohol, lots of Protein & Water, and I watch my total calories closely. I was getting around 30-45 minutes of cardio at least 4 days a week and, with the holidays have fallen out of my formal exercisingn schedule, but I continue to incorporate cardio in daily wherever I can--brisk walks, taking the stairs instead of the elevator, etc. Monday, January 7 is D-Day for me to get back into the gym & on an exercise schedule. My doctor never set a goal weight for me, I set 175 as my own goal At my 6 month visit, my surgeon was totally impressed with my progress & told me to keep doing what I have been doing. I know several people who have been sleeved--some who do it by the book and some who don't and there is a definite difference in the rate at which the weight is lost, how & where it is lost, and the ability to maintain. You are doing great. Keep up the good work and best wishes for continued success. -
Fellow Gastric Sleevers who started at 348 lbs
Aussiegirl replied to Curvy Girl's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi Curvy girl, I started out at around 330 (so close enough). I have been sleeved for 15 months and now hover around the 170-172 mark. I am 5'6ft. I got to about the 180 mark by the time i got to my one year anniversary, so 150 pounds in a year. How did I do it? Alot of hard work and committment. I did work out pretty intensely from when I was given the go ahead to resume exercise, usually about 2 times a day on weekdays and then 1 a day on the weekends. Seems like a alot, one was a gym session and then I would walk/run the 5 km home from work. I also tried to incorporate walking in as often as possible, replaced lifts with stairs etc. I ate/eat carbs. It was always my intention to eat as I was planning to continue to healthy amounts of everything so that I dont feel the need to binge eat. I eat junk food on occasion but moderate it and am thankful for the sleeve because it does limit my capacity, tho now that capacity feels alot more. Definitely drinking lots of Water, but mixed it up with other things. I also drink alcohol and low cal soft drink on occasion, tho dont reccommend either of those too early on. Neither my doctor or my endocronologist ever set me a goal weight. Initially I did think I would be happy with my weight around 180, having never been this small before. I have been happy at this weight, however still loose a bit. Both the doctors are hugely impressed with my change and are both happy if I never loose another kg as long I maintain it and am healthy and happy. I still continue to loose about 2 pounds a month without really trying, between being on an extended vacation and the christmas period celebrations I have not been exercising as much as I did and eatting more than I did..we will what happens in the next month getting back to basics. Now the majority of my "extra weight" is in excess skin. I never wanted to be stick skinny, my goal was always to be healthy and curvy..I definitely feel that I am that now. It is good to have goals but I believe you will know when you are happy with what you see and feel, the numbers are only one part of the whole journey. I know it is easy to say, if I can do it, you can do it too. Hope this has helped you. -
Two blog entries in 1 day...dang I am on a role
cerenatee commented on smjuroska's blog entry in smjuroska's Blog
LOL. Believe it or not, that sounds like a normal psych eval. (Yes, I've had more than one). Many people who were addicted to drugs and/or alcohol, transfer their addiction to food. So when you take away the food, they go back to alcohol and drugs or shopping, sex, exercise, even eating disorders. It can get crazy. He was just trying to determine if that was a risk for you and something you need to watch out for. In addition, study after study has shown that a large percentage of WLS patients have been abused, especially sexually, men and women. They don't talk about it, they don't think about it, they eat. Again, you take away the food, you take away the coping mechanism. That's a problem. Studies have shown that people that have been sexually abused lose significantly less weight with WLS than people who haven't been abused. It shouldn't disqualify you but it's something he should point out to you so you can be aware of it and address it if you see it popping up in your life. If you're open, you're honest, and you're willing to address any issues that may pop up, you're going to be fine. -
Two blog entries in 1 day...dang I am on a role
cerenatee commented on smjuroska's blog entry in smjuroska's Blog
I hate saying "studies have shown." If you google "bariatric surgery sexual abuse" or "bariatric surgery drug addiction" or "bariatric surgery alcohol adidiction" you'll get links to research study abstracts that go into detail the latest findings. -
No doubt, it's very difficult. Smoking, food or alcohol act the same--they make us weaker in the end. Think beyond the moment at hand and imagine what you will feel like if you don't give in to the temptation....possibly how will you feel if you do give in to the temptation? Know that you are stronger than any temptation. Harder said than done....but possible.
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The hospital I had my surgery just had a support group meeting talking about alcohol and they basically said what you said, if you are going to have a drink, don't drive. They said because we are bypass the rule changes from one drink an hour to one drink every 2 hours and even if you don't feel drunk it stays in your blood stream so if you get pulled over you will probably blow high enough to get a DUI. They also told a story about a woman who had a drink, thought she was fine and killed a pedestrian, so definitely not worth the risk! I know you already answered your question but just wanted to re-affirm for you!
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Ok, this is totally TMI but I need help. I had surgery on 3/19, and up to 10 days ago I was doing fine. I lost over 50 lbs and I feel great most of the time. I can eat almost everything by now (of course, no sugar, no fat, no carbonated drinks and no alcohol) but the past few days I've been really constipated. I never had problems like this before, on the contrary, if you know what I mean. I eat plenty of fruit (i admit I've been a little lazy with vegetables, eating only once a day), and every time I have to go is a struggle. I go days without having to go. Can anyone help? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
