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    Re: Long term sleever success thread

    I had my surgery April 2012.... Lost 140 lbs in one year... at 16 months I got pregnant with my now 6 month old son.. Gained 35 lbs through my pregnancy and lost it all within 3 weeks after giving...
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    Re: Pre-op poopy help (TMI)

    I would take it on Saturday. I flew out on a Sunday and my surgery was Monday and that's what I did. The constipation is no joke.. It seems as if some folks get diarrhea and some get constipated....
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    Re: All stopped up :( Prune Juice???

    took me 11 days before I "went"..... I was miserable... if you do the juice dilute it with water.... Also, try some applesauce and you can use glycerin suppositories and stool softeners as well.... ...
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    Re: Changed my goal weight

    Good for you!! So much emphasis is put on a # when it comes to weight... I was very happy that my nutritionist set my goal weight at 200 lbs. She obviousuly took the time to understand my genetic...
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    Re: How to decide if the sleeve is my choice

    LOL about the paid comment!! I would be RICH if that were the case..... :)
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    Re: How to decide if the sleeve is my choice

    I would never ever recommend that anyone have bypass surgery..... I know so many people that have gone that route and I would have to say that 80% of them have gained all of their weight back and...
  7. Re: after having your surgery in Mexico question

    Does your PCP know are having surgery in Mexico? If so, have they agreed to do your aftercare if needed? I am very lucky as my PCP was extremely supportive of my decision to have surgery in...
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    Re: Weather affecting my Surgery

    It's not a sign.... just Mother Nature showing her fury! I'm right on the MD/PA line and yes... this winter has been brutal!! We were without power last week as well....so I feel your pain... ...
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    Re: Celebrating - Advice

    I went to a big amusement park and rode all the rides!! Some of them 2 or 3 times! There was nothing that I couldn't fit which had significant meaning because I explicitly remember at 15 years old,...
  10. Re: Did you wish you had stayed additional days in TJ post op?

    I had my surgery on a Monday and while I could have left on Thursday I spent an extra day in San Diego with my mother... I felt good.. We walked through Old Town and shopped, etc.. I was glad to...
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    Re: Mexico Dr Finalist

    I had my sleeve surgery done at OCC with Dr. Ortiz.... can't say enough about the entire process.... BEST decision I have ever made...

    If I can make a suggestion... Lori, one of his coordinators...
  12. Re: Is it weird I'm terrified of leaving my kids motherless if I pick a MX doctor?

    I went to Mexico but to a different surgeon but I will say that I have heard nothing but good things about the surgeon you are choosing.. Keep in mind... 85% of the patients that the surgeons in...
  13. Re: Shapewear, Your post op MUST Haves, No pre surgery liquid diet??

    I took my Spanx with me to Mexico and was soooo glad that I did! They feel like a 2nd skin to me and gave me some added support! If your experience with shape wear is that it's too tight more than...
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    Re: Incision options

    Vaginal?? wow.. never heard of that one.... I had 3 very small incisions.... you can't even notice them now. I will be 2 years post-op in April and they were pretty much completely gone by month...
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    Re: burping after eating?

    At almost 2 years post-op I still get the noises... I call my sleeve Chewy cause it sounds like Chewbacca from Star Wars at times! LOL

    Also, I still take heartburn meds... I have reflux and a...
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    Re: I'm 5 weeks out and I stay hungry

    thank you!!!! :)
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    Re: I'm 5 weeks out and I stay hungry

    regarding the stomach stretching.............

    At almost 2 years post-op I STILL get full pretty easily..... I have no dietary restrictions and pretty much eat whatever I want although I try and...
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    Re: I'm 5 weeks out and I stay hungry

    I 2nd the acid reducer/blocker!!

    I will be 2 years out this April and I still take one. I just buy the otc generic Priolosec (Omeprazole) and it keep the reflux and heartburn at bay.. I also...
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    Re: The big day is tomorow!

    My sleeve surgery was my first surgery ever and I didn't have any pain.. Just a general discomfort and soreness in my abdomen that was easily controlled by the pain meds that they gave me. Imagine...
  20. Re: Self Pay - best price + surgeon closest to Maryland?

    I live in Hagerstown, MD and went to Mexico.... GREAT Experience.... can't say enough about it!! I come from a medical family and trust me...... I was taken better care of there then I would have...
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    Re: How long does it take to eat a meal?

    at this stage you are doing just fine.... listen to your body...... :)
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    Re: Never use Cpap?

    very odd... never heard that either.... I brought mine to Mexico with me... Sleep Apnea will not be cured overnight so if you have it you still have to make sure you are using it.
  23. Re: Self control is easier now . . but you still need it!

    We had the same surgeon and yes... you are right.... we can pretty much eat whatever we want now... while the portions are still small you have to still make good choices.... I'm almost 7 months...
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    Re: diabetes and gastric sleeve

    you will be cured.... mark my word!! :) Wayyyyy too many other side effects with Bypass.. Listen to your Dr. They are absolutely right! :)

    Good Luck!
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    Re: No pasta? Bread? Ever again?

    I tried to take a bariatric vitamin daily but there were times that I missed a few days here and there.. I also tried to take B12 just because its a wonderful supplement and I believe in it so much!...
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