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  1. Re: Back Pain - 4 days out - upper and mid back sore - wondering why and what to do ? any ideas

    I agree with the other posters above. Also, make sure that you are drinking enough fluids. Sometimes you will get that pain in your back especially around your kidney area if you are a bit...
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    Re: Finally decided to self pay!

    Yup!! I totally agree. I have United the HIGH Plan and would not even be considered because I have no diagnosis of Diabetes, Hypertention, etc., etc. I was overweight but not "morbidly overweight...
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    Re: Iiiiiiiii'm alive! :)

    You do not have to tip but it helps. The staff there are so friendly and helpful. Even with the language barrier you can tell that they are sincere and is trying to help you. I tipped the driver...
  4. Re: After losing weight, did you look older or younger?

    FlowerGalTX, weight loss affects appearances differently in people. I look the same in age just less FAT in my face. You have a youthful looking face so you just might look younger with your...
  5. Thread: Hello

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    Re: Hello

    This is a decision that you have to make for YOU. What are the reasons that had you so hyped about having the surgery in the first place? Just think about them and if they are still valid to...
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    Re: Everybody check in!

    Great Thread.

    Just checking in. 66 days post-op and down 50lbs including 3 days preop liquid loss of 5 lbs. I too had trouble getting my liquids in but I have found that by adding Crystal Light...
  7. Thread: Mad at my PCP

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    Re: Mad at my PCP

    Hi Splendaaa,

    Do not let her steal your joy. You are almost there. She will soon be your biggest cheerleader. You will be able to thumb your nose at her soon. Just because she is a doctor does...
  8. Thread: Thirsty

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    Re: Thirsty

    Hi Marbe,

    Welcome to the forum.

    If you are feeling thirsty then you are probably not drinking enough fluids. You can try adding Crystal Light to your water and take little sips throughout the...
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    Re: Louise Johnson as patient rep?

    Both my friend and I used Louise. Louise is everything that is mentioned above. I called her after my surgery because I wanted a report of my actual surgery and she was able to provide it to me...
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    Re: WHOLE FOODS: My Soon to be New FAVE

    HappyMe, I hear you. We sleevers will be saving so much money on the FAT lifer things that we will have enough to be good to ourselves. bobbybeegood, yes greenwise is a brand at Publix but they...
  11. Thread: hi, I'm new

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    Re: hi, I'm new

    Hi Deb, it sounds like you are taking all the right steps to deal with this issue. One good thing about the sleeve is it will not allow you to overeat without letting you know. I am still in the...
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    Re: WHOLE FOODS: My Soon to be New FAVE

    HA! HA! I like your post. I love Whole Foods too. I also like Greenwise which is Publix supermarket Organic chain. I will be going mostly organic. Now that I wil be only able to eat such small...
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    Re: how do I tell everyone?

    Thus is nobody's business but our own. I only told 2 people. One went with me to have the procedure because we have both been struggling with weight for years and have tried every dit known to to...
  14. Re: Surgery on 7/5, Looking for someone's local support

    I look at my computer and it is 3:13 am EST. You will be in the OR by now your time. I will be praying that you will have a successful surgery. Come on and post about your surgery and recovery. I...
  15. Thread: This is It!

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    Re: This is It!

    MamaTre, it is quite normal for you to feel the way you are feeling right now. This is a big step but it is all worth it. Hang in there it is a quick procedure and the recovery is not bad. I am...
  16. Thread: hi, I'm new

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    Re: hi, I'm new

    Hi Debfromnyc, welcome to the forum. I had my sleeve done 11 days ago. Best decision I have made in the battle of the bulge. Just wish I knew about it before now. I thought about getting the lap...
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    Re: Read about sleeve leaking

    Yup! Dr. Almanza is a STAR. Lisak19 you wil be fine with Dr. A. bobbybeegood, you are so right...Practice does make perfect. Dr. Almanza is so cool and confident with his patients and his work. ...
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    Re: Exercise: Walking

    Great post FlowerGalTX. I agree. I once lost 60lbs just walking 5 miles a day for 5 days a week in a period of 4 months. Unfortunately, I gained it all back once I stopped. This time it will be a...
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    Re: My Journey to a new me!

    Hi fcplott, congrats on your approval and upcoming pending surgery date. Best thing that happened to me in a long while. I hope it won't be long before you get your surgery date.

    Best of health...
  20. Re: How fast did you go back to work after surgery?

    5 Days after. No problems at all.
  21. Thread: Photo Update

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    Re: Photo Update

    Congrats. You look amazing.
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    Re: So Tired of Being Fat

    Hi Pebbles, Just wanted to say this is not a "bad thing." I had my surgery done by the same surgeon you are going to and I had to take 2 planes to get there. I travelled a whole day. I hate long...
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    Re: Finally!!!!!!!!

    Congratulations on getting out of the stall mode. Hope it be a while before you get to the next stall in the road. Just keep up the good habits that got you going and do not be discoraged. I hate...
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    Re: Read about sleeve leaking

    My surgeon, Dr. Almanza uses a 3-step closure technique. Titanium Staples, Sutures, and Surgical Glue. I am sure a lot of surgeons does the same. I agree you should discuss this with your surgeon...
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    Re: Major Complications

    Candace, hope you will feel like your self soon and enjoy shopping for new clothes for the new you. Hang in there kiddo. Things will be better.
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