Journal Entry for September 12, 2007
September 12, 2007 9:11am
Hey everybody. I had my upper GI done yesterday. My DR said everything looks good, but he still wants to give me the scope. I think …
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I am a wife and mother of 2 young children. I am getting Gastric Bypass Surgery on Aug 16th. I am excited and nervous about it, but I am ready to live a new, healthier life.
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I like to swim, go to zoos, my favorite vacation spot is the beach, I love to shop, I am going to nursing school next Aug.
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Journal Entry for September 7, 2007
September 7, 2007 2:12pm
Well, I was at the DR on Tuesday. I have to go for an upper GI, he thinks my man made hole might be going shut. So, if it is, I will have to get an …
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Journal Entry for August 21, 2007
August 21, 2007 10:44pm
Well, I had my surgery on Aug 16th. My gastric bypass, that is...let me tell you, it was no fun. My Dr. messed up and had to do the same surgery on …
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Journal Entry for August 10, 2007
August 10, 2007 12:27pm
Well, I started my fasting for my surgery. Trust me, its not fun. I have a headache and my stomache is cramped. This carnation instant breakfast is …
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Journal Entry for August 9, 2007
August 9, 2007 1:42am
Well, its official!! I went for my pre-addmission testing on Tuesday, signed my life away, and now I am all ready. My surgery is @ 8:30 a.m. I have …
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Oh Mel, I'm so sorry your going through all this extra on top of the surgery. I hope the Doctor clears it up for you soon. The upside is, congrats on the weight loss. Carrie
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Hey girlfriend. I'm so sorry about all those post-op complications you endured. I'm glad you're better now and at home... It's a long road ahead, but trust the process, okay? I had gastric bypass surgery on July 16th and that first month sucked!!!! Just plain sucked! But literally, a month to the day, the dumping and discomfort disappeared for me! At this point, 7 weeks out, I eat by and large anything I want to --in very small amounts. The trick to the protein drinks is to drink them very slowly...sip for a while. But the ones in the can because the lactose in the ones you have to mix with milk can be a bit tough for your new pouch to handle. The Adkins Advantage, Slim Fast LOW CARB (optima has too much sugar and even the high protein has too much sugar in it!) and EAS protein drinks, and Myoplex protein drinks you can buy at any Walmart or grocery store. They are premixed and when cold, aren't half bad. They pack about 17 to 20 grams of protein--that will help you get the recommended amount of daily protein. I know this first few weeks is rough...and you wouldn't wish this crap on your worst enemy..but in time, as you learn your new body, you will learn pretty quickly how to eat, what to eat, the speed at which to eat, and how to drink. I'm 7 weeks out and think I have it pretty down. I haven't dumped in weeks!!!! If I can support you in any way, or if you need some suggestions for how to tolerate your foods/drinks, let me know. I would be glad to help in any way I can. Jessica RNY 7/16/07 Start: 320# Today: 284#!!!!
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Thank you for making me feel so much better today. This site is letting me know I am not the only one. Thank you!!
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I started the process of my GBS in Oct 06. I am now scheduled my my surgery on Aug 16th.
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