Moonlover’s Posts
Post Date 9/20/05 8:19 pm
Topic: Stomach/intestinal flu???

I've been gone a long time but it would take months to explain so I won't. I lurk when I can and see lots of new names and faces and also miss seeing a few names. Anyhoo, I am having my first "stomach flu" episode that is going around. I'm over the nausea and only vomited once but this gastrointestinal gurgling and churning and loose stools are not fun. I feel the gurgling/churning more under my left breast/rib cage. Isn't that where out old stomach is? And, since our intestines are bypassed, what the heck do you take for this that is effective? I am going to call the doctor's office tomorrow. I should have done it today. Thought I'd check with you all first. Thanks in advance.
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Post Date 3/29/05 12:55 pm
Topic: RE: Knee pain, need advice...

Same thing for me, too. I finally went to a sports medicine physician and was told to only exercise (walking) every other day as the knee needs a day in between to rest. Be sure to ice it after each workout. Was also told to do other less weight bearing exercises such as exercise bike, water aerobics, ellyptical machines, etc. Had a shot of cortisone in each knee to get me through the next few weeks. I joined a gym so I could have access to the pool and other machines.
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Post Date 3/21/05 12:13 pm
Topic: RE: I can wear 14s now

Congrats, Erin!! I had surgery the same day as you did. I'm in a comfortable 16, down from a 26/28. Can't wait to see the 14's. Its fun now trying on clothes. I'm able to get into a "regular" size XL top. You have to put up some old pictures and some recent pictures and you will be blown away by the difference. Keep up the good work.
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Post Date 3/21/05 12:10 pm
Topic: RE: Thai food.... recipie

Sounds great. I, too, am going to give this one a try. Thanks for sharing.
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Post Date 3/19/05 11:32 pm
Topic: RE: Need exercise advise please.

Okay. Here ya go. Lay on your side with your knees bent, almost in a fetal position. Put both your arms behind your head as if you were doing sit-ups. Lift your upper torso up and down while on your side, again just as if you were doing sit ups but you are on your side and you should really be able to feel it the next day in your waist!!!
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Post Date 3/19/05 10:34 am
Topic: RE: Today is.............

Have a great day, Deb!! I'm sure you're still just a little fart. Happy Birthday.
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Post Date 3/16/05 8:24 pm
Topic: RE: OT-Robert Blake "Baretta" acquited..

I am so happy to see he was found not guilty. Even if he did do it, that skank got what she deserved.
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Post Date 3/16/05 8:20 pm
Topic: RE: Great News For Me Today

Linda, I am so happy for you!!! That is great news. You will make one heck of a PI. You'll have to make sure we all get your business card when it is official. Your new picture is beautiful, too. One of these Thursdays I hope to make it to the support group. Do you know in advance what the topics will be? Anyway, just wanted to say congrats to you, gf.
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Post Date 3/14/05 7:23 pm
Topic: RE: DEBBIE H

I just got back from out of town and was catching up on the board. Glad you received the books. The only one I would like returned is the big blue one and I am in no hurry at all for it to be returned. The others you can either keep or pass on to someone else. I hope you find some helpful tips in there for you . . . especially due to your occupation, you may need to make some adjustments in how you perform. Take care.
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Post Date 3/11/05 12:10 pm
Topic: RE: FUN GAME....

You are sooo funny!!
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Post Date 3/10/05 7:57 pm
Topic: RE: FUN GAME....

Absolutely right ~ I'm just too dang sweet Fortunately, never been arrested.
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Post Date 3/10/05 7:56 pm
Topic: RE: FUN GAME....

Yep, you're right. I hate fruit. Always have. Its a texture thing. You are pretty darn good at guessing everyone's lie!!
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Post Date 3/10/05 7:54 pm
Topic: RE: FUN GAME....

I LOVE Willie Nelson. I've seen him in concert many times. I have my picture taken with him. Jumped the stage another to give him a hug.
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Post Date 3/10/05 11:52 am
Topic: RE: FUN GAME....

What a fun game, Marta!!! I will have to just guess on a couple of you. Marta, I'll guess you're not a NASCAR fan. Linda, I don't think you sang for Prez Clinton. Deb, I'll guess you weren't married for 12 years. Here's mine: 1. I was a pregnant senior prom queen at an international high school. 2. I love Willie Nelson. 3. I have never been tatooed or arrested. 4. I love all types of fruit.
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Post Date 3/9/05 10:30 pm
Topic: RE: Pictures from Sac. luncheon

Hi Lili ~ I would love a copy of the first two group pictures! Thanks so much.
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Post Date 3/9/05 4:04 pm
Topic: RE: I NEED SOME LOVE & PRAYERS

Bless your heart, Len! What a loving brother and son you are. I will send up prayers for your mom and sister. BTW, how is your gout? Hope you and doing better physically. Take care of yourself.
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Post Date 3/9/05 10:25 am
Topic: RE: I'm home!

Wow - you're home already?? That's great. Just be to sure rest, rest, sip sip. Glad to hear things went well (except for that long recovery room wait). Welcome to the losers' bench I'll be saving those size 16's for you.
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Post Date 3/9/05 10:21 am
Topic: NSAID question. Need your opinion please

Over the past 10 years, I had been taking 1600 to 2400 mg of ibuprofen a day for my joint pain and fibromyalgia - all without any stomach problems. Prior to surgery I had to have an endoscopy to see if there was any damage and there wasn’t any. Since two weeks before surgery (10/18/04) I have been off the ibuprofen and have been told that I cannot take it due to potential stomach bleeding/ulcers etc. I have been in miserable pain the last few months. I had high hopes that the knee/joint pain would subside after surgery and having lost 70 pounds. But without the med, it just got worse. I have tried Tylenol, Vicodin, Tylenol with Codeine and it doesn’t help. Two days ago I went ahead and took my 800 mg ibuprofen in the morning and one at night. Today I feel almost normal! Its amazing. I can walk without each step being so painful and will be able to really exercise harder. My primary care physician, an internist, said he has other WLS patients who are able to take the ibuprofen “now and then” for pain. Since my pouch is still a tiny part of my original stomach, am I crazy to think that it won’t hurt to use the meds again? Have any of you gone back to ibuprofen occasionally? You can be brutally honest.
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Post Date 3/9/05 9:44 am
Topic: RE: qotd wed

Thanks, Kristin!!! I am going to print them all out and keep them in my kitchen.
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Post Date 3/8/05 12:41 pm
Topic: RE: Clight...Compliments of Beth P

I do! I do! Really want a sample and would be willing to pay big bucks for it. Maybe you could auction them off Thanks for offering it.
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Post Date 3/8/05 12:33 pm
Topic: RE: Onederfuls!

WAY TO GO, DEB!!!! That is incredible. It is very very exciting, or should I say ONEderful to get into ONEderland. I love it here. Keep up the good work.
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Post Date 3/8/05 12:12 pm
Topic: RE: I NEED SOME PRAYERS, PLEASE!

You got it!! Hope that phone rings soon with the great news.
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Post Date 3/8/05 9:46 am
Topic: RE: qotd tues

I don't have to because I am spoiled. My husband does all our banking on-line and I don't have to worry about it any more.
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Post Date 3/8/05 9:42 am
Topic: RE: NEW HABIT GROUP!!!

Hi Marta. It was great to finally meet you on Saturday. Did you do well at the Galleria? I am doing pretty well on this new habit thang. I've got 8 days in and plan to do more today. There's one day that I am not counting because I was in too much pain to even walk. Had taken 6 tylenol with codeine with no relief. On the other days I was able to walk through the pain. I must tell you that it was only because of this new habit thing you got going that made me do it a couple of days so I thank you for that!
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Post Date 3/7/05 11:22 am
Topic: RE: qotd monday

I guess I'm the oddball out today. Without a doubt is would be the MASSEUSE. It would be so wonderful for my fibromyalgia flare ups. In fact, I'm getting a massage this weekend at our timeshare. Can't wait.
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