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Can I ask, are you eating slowly? My advisory was that burping is often an early symptom of 8ndigestion - eating a bit much or a bit fast. As for your comment that you are not losing weight just now - maybe just a stall? How many calories a day are you getting? And grams of protein? Oz or water??
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Yep... can you believe it? I'm back! I'm feeling pretty good today - except pretty sore... but no worries - I stuck to the pre-op diet (no problem there.. and totally avoided temptation!!) AND best of all? Just finished with my workout! Yay!! Actually I got up this morning - forced myself out of bed, did some morning stretches to warm up and then jumped on the bike for a bit and went for a little ride.. That definitely woke me up!! However today at work - I noticed I was still a bit sore (even after doing cool down stretches) so of course I was determined to make sure I got some cardio in... I mixed it up though - I just danced.. heh heh...a bit weird right? Yep right here in my living room.. just turned on the music and danced.. and you know what? I had FUN!! and wow was I sweating... I soooo love Pandora's Latin Workout Radio.. that kept me going for a good 30 minutes and even better? I burned a cool 350 calories whoo hoo!! I love that I made the purchase of a heart rate monitor - at least it gives me an idea of what I am burning - and when I need to step it up or slow it down! I think for this whole 'exercise thing' to work for me - in addition to keeping myself in a routine of my cardio workouts on the bike and the elliptical along with the weights to tone - I think I will have to have some fun too.. and I'm thinking dancing should do it! It was a bit weird for me (as I've never been a GREAT dancer) but hey.. I'm MOVING this body of mine and enjoying every minute of it... pretty cool... found something new... Anywho - Just wanted to keep the lapband world out there updated.. Thanks again to all of you who keep me inspired!! Toodles!!
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How to deal with MDD, anxiety, and post op
Debbieduck4 replied to Shell88's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
It sounds like you have identified some options for yourself... going to to the hospital and having outpatient interviews, or waiting for an appointment with your PCP. These may not be your first or favorite choices, but I suggest you get both of those things going until you can figure out something better. As a psychiatric social worker, I can tell you that early intervention is the best thing for both Depression and Anxiety. Also, as for the weight gain that comes with some antidepressants, not all are created equal... talk with your whoever you end up seeing when you have your appointment and discuss this concern. There are lots of meds on the market that do not have this side effect. A good one right now that many people have lots of success with is Pristiq. In the mean time while you're waiting for your appointment (which I'm hoping you will schedule today especially since you've already identified might be a wait), please do some self-care and be gentle with yourself. You're just recovering from surgery. You're body and mind are in transition and that's no small adjustment. Allow yourself some grace. It's okay to feel overwhelmed at times, worried, frustrated, uncertain, however you feel. I'm so glad you reached out here. Keep talking to others! -
I have a history of Major Depressive Disorder and Anxiety. Even with the stress of pregnancy, and losing my daughter to foster care, and years of relationship issues with her father, I have still managed to deal with life without being hospitalized or put back on medicine. Post op - I feel my world spiraling again. My insurance in NJ doesn't cover psych - so I would have to go to a hospital and do the outpatient interviews. My PCP is booked for a while, and my surgeon thought cracking jokes about him not practicing psychiatry in this country would go over well. I don't want to battle the meds that cause me to gain weight again - hence why I had the surgery to begin with. Anyone who went through or is still going through this that can shed some light and advise me where to turn or how to handle this?
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Before And After (Six Weeks Post.op)
KinnymomX3 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Morning of surgery: 247 Six week weight : 203 Goal: 160 -
Congratulations on your pregnancy at least you know the many is fine you may have lost weight but won't realise till after the birth well done
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I still battle the gout too. It's gotten worse and I've been to my Doc a few times since surgery because of debilitating outbreaks. He gave me Prednisone and that works fast but can't be taken long term. I was told (like you mentioned in another post) that it's part of the process if you are a gout sufferer but it's almost unbearable at times. It definitely puts a damper on the exercise part of weight loss. We'll have to keep each other posted about this gout thing since we had the same surgery 4 days apart. Congrats on your success by the way.
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Seeking Information on Mini Gastric Bypass
FloraBama Girl replied to luv2bslim's topic in Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery Forum
Google Dr. Rutledge. He has a ton of YouTube videos on MGB. I was a sleeve to MGB and my weight has been going down since surgery on July 28. My sleeve was not successful either. I used BariactricPal MX for my surgery in Tijuana. -
I am on my 12th day out, feeling GREAT, no "adverse side effects" to speak of. I'm still on liquids. I have been getting in all of my water and about 60 grams of protein per day. I have walked daily. The first week I lost 10 pounds. This week, I have just teetered at the same weight. It doesn't make sense! My caloric intake is about 500 calories a day. Has anyone else had this problem?
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No Weight Loss For 10 Months
massindex replied to katief's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Mix it up a little. Go low on calories for a day (800 or so) then a couple days back up at you current level and then back down. Also, how often do you work out and for how long? When I hit my goal weight (200 lbs) I bumped up my exercise routine to a total of 10 hours a week (5 days per week) and lost 6 pounds immediately in about two weeks. Also you might want to have a little more carbs and less protein one day a week. Don't let your body get comfortable with a routine. -
Climbing back on the wagon - Advice?
FluffyChix replied to coyote's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
The only time you fail is when you stop trying and give up. We're all just imperfect hot messes on a journey. Right? So the first 2 weeks are the toughest as you're aware. You just commit. One day at a time. Choose life. Choose health. Choose joy. Choose happiness. Choose lightness. Choose success. Every day, get up. Look in the mirror and rechoose those things for the day. Don't look back. Morale rarely improves with beatings. But, once you log in a few days of healthy eating and see the scale start to move again, and start to feel more energy, it will feed itself and you will gain momentum. You can do this! Log and post often. Log weigh and measure your food. Keep a MFP food diary. You can do this!! -
I had a sleep test in mid January. I had very little knowledge about sleep apnea and had no idea it would likely be the reason I was so tired all day, and often within an hour of waking up. So - I was really surprised to hear that I did indeed have obstructive sleep apnea. The sleep dr also told me that I needed to lose at least 50 pounds ... the same week my back specialist told me the same thing. That is what led me to pursue the vsg surgery. Being overweight does seem to be very common with those who have sleep apnea. My gp told me that she also has skinny patients with OSA. Most of what I have read tho suggests that losing weight will "cure" the sleep apnea. Some people here have also said that. I am hoping!! Good luck! Get the sleep test if you can. Hopefully you will have sleep apnea - so you can get approved!!
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Hi. I had my surgery Nov 4 2010. I've lost 69 pounds and feel great.... But, I want to to lose the last 40 and it will not come off. I've been working out with a trainer and eatting 1200-1500 calories a day. My Protein is 60 - 80g per day. I don't know what I'm doing wrong. I love my sleeve and so happy I did this but just wish this last 40 would go away . I eat 5 small meals a day. Usually about 6oz servings. I'm worried I've lost all I will lose. I've been stuck at the same weight for 10 months. sw- 256 cw-187 gw-140 Thank you! Katie
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Veteran Post-Op Participants...
Foxbins replied to PreciousCargo's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congratulations on 83 lbs lost! I picked my goal weight by wanting to be a normal BMI--for me that would be 160. When I hit 160 I was still losing pretty easily so I wondered if I could hit 150, where I had maintained easily in my late twenties and early 30's. I hit 150 and decided to maintain. I had two surgeries back to back and lost an additional 13 lbs and I like how I look and it's not difficult to maintain so I am staying here. I maintain by eating higher calorie foods for Snacks, like nuts and nut butters, eating the skin on chicken, sugary fruits like strawberries and cherries, and using full-fat cheese and dairy products. I added in extra calories pretty slowly (100 extra a day for a week) and monitored if I lost or stayed even. It took a little while but now it's balanced. Also, I too have days when I can only eat a little bit and days when it seems like I eat all day. It's the nature of the sleeve, I guess. I think your goal weight should be where you are happy with how you look and at a point that you think you can maintain. Don't be afraid to go below your Dr's goal if you want. I expect a little bounceback at 3-5 years and I have some wiggle room being toward the bottom of a normal BMI now. -
Don't let anyone tell you where you should be weight wise. You decide when you are satisfied then work on maintaining that. I am honestly not sure why people think it is ok to tell a former fat person what they should weigh? I am starting to get that now too (even at 162) and it boggles my mind. I would never presume to tell someone they are too fat so why would I say yoy are getting too skinny? It is our bodies, we have to live in them and so it is about your confort zone. Don't make yourself crazy about a number on a scale iit doesn't define you.
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I'm having the same dilema right now. I've just about emptied my closet of all the old clothes and I don't want to spend a lot of money for clothes that will last only a few weeks, but I still need to dress halfway descent for work. My boss gave me permission to wear jeans during the weight loss, but I don't want to take advantage of that. I'm trying to find inexpensive staple pieces (black pants, plain shirts) and so far that has been working. I do buy the pants a little snug so they have been lasting a little longer. I think once I'm closer to the goal weight, I'll really start investing in clothing. It's a different dilema to have, that's for sure!
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I go for my fifth of six weigh loss visits (insurance mandatory) tomorrow, I also have a stress test scheduled which will be my last test then all I will have left before submitting to insurance company for approval is my last weight loss visit. I am hoping to have surgery in February.
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7 days Post-Op - what a week!
GreenEyes604 replied to Andy810's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
BRAVO!!! It sounds like you are doing amazingly well. I know it has to be a shock that you've lost so much weight already, but I know that you are thankful that you went through everything you did just to get where you are right now. If you're happy now, just imagine how you'll feel another 6 months from now. I very happy for you, and pray that you have continued success with no complications. -
So today im 3 weeks post op. Im still on pucc line for nutrition. Surgeon said maybe nxt thursday hell take it out. I was down 39 lbs but I have gained 10 since being on this nutrition. Surgeons not concerned. He says its all liquids and once im off theme weight will come off. Im basically starting over. I wasnt able to drink nething until this past weekend. W.o the nutrition id be so dehyrated. Im lucky if im getting 5-10oz fluids in. I was given permission to start trying liquids again. Im good with water, G2 & sf popcicles. Just made some noodles and im drinking the broth.so far so good. I bought some girl scout thin mint creamer for coffee today. I dont drink coffee but I was going to add some to my proteon shakes to see if that helps my stomache tolerate it. So far not hungry or thirsty. Im actually scared to try stuff. Dr said once I tolerate fluids again I can start a few bites of yogurt. Im so scared. Did neone else feel like this??
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New to forum and WLS... many questions.
Djmohr replied to jbrizz's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
Welcome! Everybody has to start somewhere. I would suggest taking some time and searching on this site. There are so many great posts about WLS and there is a ton on here about having it done in Mexico. As of the ibuprofen question, you are right....in both Bypass and sleeve they prefer you dont take it as it can cause ulcers which can be very serious when a good portion of your stomach is no longer there. I suffer from severe osteoarthritis and Psoriatic arthritis. I used to have it something fierce in my ankles and knees. I also have it badly in my spine and shoulders. I take NO ibuprofen ever. Since losing weight, My knees, ankles and feet no longer bother me at all but if they did, I would go and have some cortisone. My back on the other hand is much worse and i suffer with pain everyday. I use alot of heat, ice, bio freeze and when desperate i take tylenol and muscle relaxers. I have also used essential oils for pain relief and relaxation. Regardless of the pain in my back, I feel 1000 times better than when i weighed 310lbs. I have more energy and get way more out of life. It is very likely that your arthritis will improve greatly with weight loss. I wish the very best for you and hope that you are able to get in and get things moving so you can enjoy life. You are young and have lots of time to bounce back. I always say if I have had any regrets it is that I waited too long but thank goodness i am there now. I am 53 and was 51 when i had bypass. -
Anyone With Stomach Pain/Reflux Before Having Sleeve Surgery?
Babbs replied to Pea523's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Honestly @@Pea523, my husband had it 9 years ago, and he's done really well. No complications whatsoever, and has pretty much kept the weight off. He actually wanted me to get the RNY, but I'm not the best vitamin taker, and that is something you MUST do with the byoass. Like I said, I'm basically happy with my decision for the sleeve, and the GERD has subsided some. -
Anyone who's had sleeve surgery have gerd before hand? How about a hiatal hernia... I have gerd pretty bad on protonics twice a day. I'm assuming weight loss will cure this, but concerned it will make it way worse
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sleep apnea diagnosed after denial
vandernoordh posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My sleep apnea was diagnosed after I was denied the first time for not having a comorbidity. We resubmitted this past Wednesday. (crossing fingers) I am just wondering if they will count my 6 months of weight loss because now it is older than two years. Do they go back to the initial date you filed, or use the date you filed appealed as the two year mark? If nothing else in 2 months I will have another 6 months of physician monitored dieting under my belt, just hoping it will work for the initial date filled. Thanks for any input! -
3 month physicians supervised weight loss
Rovobay replied to deedee19625's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
do not recommend gaining weight. I have read stories on here about those who gain weigh during the supervised diet can be denied for wls. use that time to start training your body for its new lifestyle. during my supervised diet I gave up drinking and soda, as well as other bad habits.
