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MsBatt’s Posts
Post Date 2/9/12 5:08 pm
Topic: RE: Medication question
One of the (many) reasons I chose the DS was because my ability to function depends on daily NSAIDs. I have severe arthritis, and I take Aleve 3 times a day, every day. I have done so for about 13 years now, 8 of those AFTER my DS.
Topic: RE: Medication question
One of the (many) reasons I chose the DS was because my ability to function depends on daily NSAIDs. I have severe arthritis, and I take Aleve 3 times a day, every day. I have done so for about 13 years now, 8 of those AFTER my DS.
Post Date 2/8/12 8:34 am
Topic: RE: if a ds'er absorbs slower & we need to increase
It's been so long I honestly don't remember. I DO remember making some home-made lime sherbet about six months post-op, and having some of the worst gas of my life---I think there was something about the combination of half-n-half and lime juice, because I'd had milk and cream before that. About I tried it again about 3 months later and it was fine. (I make this with Splenda, BTW, and ice cream, too---with real cream. *grin*)
Topic: RE: if a ds'er absorbs slower & we need to increase
It's been so long I honestly don't remember. I DO remember making some home-made lime sherbet about six months post-op, and having some of the worst gas of my life---I think there was something about the combination of half-n-half and lime juice, because I'd had milk and cream before that. About I tried it again about 3 months later and it was fine. (I make this with Splenda, BTW, and ice cream, too---with real cream. *grin*)
Post Date 2/4/12 4:07 pm
Topic: RE: if a ds'er absorbs slower & we need to increase
Thanks
DonnaI doubt taste buds have anything to do with medication---that happens in your gut. BUT---tastes DO change post-op. I haven't really stopped liking anything I liked pre-op---but I have come to CRAVE things I just couldn't stand before.
Post-op, I craved any kind of pickle, deviled eggs, cole slaw, did I say PICKLES?
Topic: RE: if a ds'er absorbs slower & we need to increase
On February 3, 2012 at 6:24 PM Pacific Time, usandall wrote:
I have read that a lot about the taste buds it seems strange but for as many times I read it I assume it must be true. Since the taste buds are in your mouth it seems so strange. I have read anesthesia can cause you to be depressed and it lingers in your system for a while so I do not want to play around with the effexor. Thanks
Donna
Post-op, I craved any kind of pickle, deviled eggs, cole slaw, did I say PICKLES?
Post Date 2/3/12 8:17 am
Topic: RE: if a ds'er absorbs slower & we need to increase
Just be aware that a shake you LOVE pre-op you well may HATE post-op---surgery sometimes does a number on the taste buds.
Yes, you probably will need to change to an immediate release---our shortened gut doesn't always play well with extended-release meds. I suggest discussing this will your surgeon, whatever doc prescribes your Effexor, and perhaps your pharmasist as well.
Topic: RE: if a ds'er absorbs slower & we need to increase
Just be aware that a shake you LOVE pre-op you well may HATE post-op---surgery sometimes does a number on the taste buds.
Yes, you probably will need to change to an immediate release---our shortened gut doesn't always play well with extended-release meds. I suggest discussing this will your surgeon, whatever doc prescribes your Effexor, and perhaps your pharmasist as well.
Post Date 2/2/12 9:07 pm
Topic: RE: Colorado Omelet from IHOP???? Workout/Diet people
What's IN the thing???
Here's the omlette I make at home:
I can *usually* eat this whole thing.
Topic: RE: Colorado Omelet from IHOP???? Workout/Diet people
What's IN the thing???
Here's the omlette I make at home:
| Food Name | Amount | Unit | Cals | Fat (g) | Carbs (g) | Prot (g) | Delete |
| Total | 770 | 64.5 | 14.3 | 35.3 | |||
| Egg, whole, raw | 143 | 9.9 | 0.8 | 12.6 | |||
| Onions, sweet, raw | 9 | 0.0 | 2.1 | 0.2 | |||
| Pepper, sweet, green, raw | 6 | 0.0 | 1.3 | 0.2 | |||
| Tomatoes, raw | 33 | 0.4 | 7.1 | 1.6 | |||
| Cheese, Cheddar or American type | 203 | 16.1 | 2.9 | 11.9 | |||
| Butter | 204 | 23.0 | 0.0 | 0.2 | |||
| Pork sausage, fresh, raw | 172 | 15.0 | 0.0 | 8.6 | |||
| Total | 770 | 64.5 | 14.3 | 35.3 |
I can *usually* eat this whole thing.
Post Date 2/2/12 8:45 pm
Topic: RE: if a ds'er absorbs slower & we need to increase
You can drink Kahlua straight. Kahlua and vodka is a Black Russian. When you add milk, cream, or, even better, a dollop of vanilla ice cream, it becomes a White Russian. White Russians gave me debilitating gas even as a pre-op.
Some people become lactose intolerant, and some are more intolerant than others. Sometimes it goes away, sometimes it doesn't. Even DSers who aren't intolerant often use half-n-half or heavy cream instead, because---well, because we CAN, LOL!
But you do need to avoid all alcohol while you're in the rapid weight-loss phase. Not only is alcohol high in non-nutritional calories, it's hard on the liver---and so is rapid weight loss. If you're lucky, you'll have gotten over any lactose intolerance by the time you're ready for ****tails again.
Topic: RE: if a ds'er absorbs slower & we need to increase
You can drink Kahlua straight. Kahlua and vodka is a Black Russian. When you add milk, cream, or, even better, a dollop of vanilla ice cream, it becomes a White Russian. White Russians gave me debilitating gas even as a pre-op.
Some people become lactose intolerant, and some are more intolerant than others. Sometimes it goes away, sometimes it doesn't. Even DSers who aren't intolerant often use half-n-half or heavy cream instead, because---well, because we CAN, LOL!
But you do need to avoid all alcohol while you're in the rapid weight-loss phase. Not only is alcohol high in non-nutritional calories, it's hard on the liver---and so is rapid weight loss. If you're lucky, you'll have gotten over any lactose intolerance by the time you're ready for ****tails again.
Post Date 2/2/12 7:35 am
Topic: RE: if a ds'er absorbs slower & we need to increase
LOL---it's not the Kahlua, it's the milk!
Topic: RE: if a ds'er absorbs slower & we need to increase
LOL---it's not the Kahlua, it's the milk!
Post Date 1/31/12 8:32 pm
Topic: RE: if a ds'er absorbs slower & we need to increase
Just FYI---Kahlua and milk will *probably* give you some horrible gas post-DS. That's one drink that nearly killed me, gas-wise, PRE-op!
Alcohol is absorbed beginning in the mouth, and continues to be absorbed throughout the digestive tract. However, I've never noticed that it hits me any harder or faster---but I do sober up faster and, well, cleaner. As in no hangover. (Well, at least I haven't had a hangover since my DS 8 years ago, and I do enjoy my ****tails. *grin*)
Topic: RE: if a ds'er absorbs slower & we need to increase
Just FYI---Kahlua and milk will *probably* give you some horrible gas post-DS. That's one drink that nearly killed me, gas-wise, PRE-op!
Alcohol is absorbed beginning in the mouth, and continues to be absorbed throughout the digestive tract. However, I've never noticed that it hits me any harder or faster---but I do sober up faster and, well, cleaner. As in no hangover. (Well, at least I haven't had a hangover since my DS 8 years ago, and I do enjoy my ****tails. *grin*)
Post Date 1/31/12 8:26 pm
Topic: RE: Can anyone help me please? I could really use it right now.
Definitely look into the bacterial overgrowth thing. I recently had a round of antibiotics for a different cause, and as a prventative measure I loaded up on the probiotics. I didn't even think of myself as having any 'bowel issues', but I pleasantly surprised at the change afterwards. (I honestly think I went a week without farting ONCE!)
Topic: RE: Can anyone help me please? I could really use it right now.
Definitely look into the bacterial overgrowth thing. I recently had a round of antibiotics for a different cause, and as a prventative measure I loaded up on the probiotics. I didn't even think of myself as having any 'bowel issues', but I pleasantly surprised at the change afterwards. (I honestly think I went a week without farting ONCE!)
Post Date 1/13/12 9:22 am
Topic: RE: Why did you choose DS?
The RNY scared me---the thought of dumping, getting food stuck, frequent vomiting, food intolerances, and eating 1/2 cup meals---well, when I thought that was my only option, I decided I'd rather stay fat.
But I didn't just stay fat---I got fatter and fatter, and finally I decided even the RNY was better than dying. So I gritted my teeth and scheduled surgery.
Then I met a couple of DS post-ops, and---it was like a dream come true. After talking to those two ladies for an hour, I went home and started researching. A week later I cancelled my RNY and made an appointment with a DS surgeon.
The DS offered me a lifestyle I could be HAPPY with. It offered me genuine hope that I'd NEVER develop the dibees that runs in both sides of my family. It offered me hope of curing my high cholesterol, and it would allow me to continue to take the NSAIDs that I NEED for my arthritis. And it would allow me to EAT.
I enjoy eating rich, fatty foods---bacon, sausage, cream, butter, nuts, well-marbled meats, cheeses, etc. With the DS, those are health foods.
I'm 8 years post-op, and I've never had one moment's regret.
Topic: RE: Why did you choose DS?
The RNY scared me---the thought of dumping, getting food stuck, frequent vomiting, food intolerances, and eating 1/2 cup meals---well, when I thought that was my only option, I decided I'd rather stay fat.
But I didn't just stay fat---I got fatter and fatter, and finally I decided even the RNY was better than dying. So I gritted my teeth and scheduled surgery.
Then I met a couple of DS post-ops, and---it was like a dream come true. After talking to those two ladies for an hour, I went home and started researching. A week later I cancelled my RNY and made an appointment with a DS surgeon.
The DS offered me a lifestyle I could be HAPPY with. It offered me genuine hope that I'd NEVER develop the dibees that runs in both sides of my family. It offered me hope of curing my high cholesterol, and it would allow me to continue to take the NSAIDs that I NEED for my arthritis. And it would allow me to EAT.
I enjoy eating rich, fatty foods---bacon, sausage, cream, butter, nuts, well-marbled meats, cheeses, etc. With the DS, those are health foods.
I'm 8 years post-op, and I've never had one moment's regret.
Post Date 1/12/12 8:26 am
Last Edit: 1/12/12 8:28 am
Topic: RE: Several questions re: ds
Well, ask them! (*grin*)
Have you read the info at www.dsfacts.com yet? It's really the best place to start. You should also check out the link in my signature---that's where many of the long-time vets can be found.
Last Edit: 1/12/12 8:28 am
Topic: RE: Several questions re: ds
Well, ask them! (*grin*)
Have you read the info at www.dsfacts.com yet? It's really the best place to start. You should also check out the link in my signature---that's where many of the long-time vets can be found.
Post Date 1/11/12 9:21 am
Last Edit: 1/11/12 9:23 am
Topic: RE: what surgery should I get
The immediate, surgical risks of the Sleeve and the full DS are very similar. Long-term, the DS has the best maintained weight loss stats of any form of WLS for patients of any size, even moresoe for those of us who have a BMI greater than 50---and yours is 55.7.
Yes, the DS does require greater dilligence about taking your vitamins and supplements, and getting regular bloodwork done---but the Sleeve requires this, too. With just the Sleeve, it's almost impossible to eat enough food to get all your necessary vitamins and minerals through food alone---and if you could eat that much with your Sleeve, then you probably would not maintain your weight loss. Any WLS is going to require vitamins and supplements in order to be successful long-term.
Only you can decide if you're mentally and emotionally ready to make the necessary LIFE-LONG committment any WLS requires. For me, I wish I'd had the opportunity to have the DS when I was your age---but when I was your age, they hadn't invented it yet. (*grin*)
Last Edit: 1/11/12 9:23 am
Topic: RE: what surgery should I get
The immediate, surgical risks of the Sleeve and the full DS are very similar. Long-term, the DS has the best maintained weight loss stats of any form of WLS for patients of any size, even moresoe for those of us who have a BMI greater than 50---and yours is 55.7.
Yes, the DS does require greater dilligence about taking your vitamins and supplements, and getting regular bloodwork done---but the Sleeve requires this, too. With just the Sleeve, it's almost impossible to eat enough food to get all your necessary vitamins and minerals through food alone---and if you could eat that much with your Sleeve, then you probably would not maintain your weight loss. Any WLS is going to require vitamins and supplements in order to be successful long-term.
Only you can decide if you're mentally and emotionally ready to make the necessary LIFE-LONG committment any WLS requires. For me, I wish I'd had the opportunity to have the DS when I was your age---but when I was your age, they hadn't invented it yet. (*grin*)
Post Date 1/10/12 1:55 pm
Topic: RE: hoping to become a DSer...
Have you changed surgeons? I ask because the one listed under your avatar doesn't appear to have ever done a DS.
While I agree that converting to the DS is a better option than converting to an RNY, I would NOT allow myself to be anyone's first solo DS. I've heard sewing duodenal tissue compared to sewing wet tissue paper---VERY tricky!
Topic: RE: hoping to become a DSer...
Have you changed surgeons? I ask because the one listed under your avatar doesn't appear to have ever done a DS.
While I agree that converting to the DS is a better option than converting to an RNY, I would NOT allow myself to be anyone's first solo DS. I've heard sewing duodenal tissue compared to sewing wet tissue paper---VERY tricky!
Post Date 1/10/12 1:50 pm
Last Edit: 1/10/12 1:51 am
Topic: RE: Down & Dirty of DS?
There really shouldn't be any reason for you to need to run to Mexico, unless you developed a REALLY serious complication---once you're healed from surgery, you don't need your surgeon any more. Most of us do our follow-up stuff---labs, etc.---with our PCP. Of course, it's important to find a PCP that really understands the DS (almost impossible), or one that's willing to be educated about the DS (much easier!)
My surgeon retired six months after he did my surgery, 8 years ago.
Last Edit: 1/10/12 1:51 am
Topic: RE: Down & Dirty of DS?
There really shouldn't be any reason for you to need to run to Mexico, unless you developed a REALLY serious complication---once you're healed from surgery, you don't need your surgeon any more. Most of us do our follow-up stuff---labs, etc.---with our PCP. Of course, it's important to find a PCP that really understands the DS (almost impossible), or one that's willing to be educated about the DS (much easier!)
My surgeon retired six months after he did my surgery, 8 years ago.
Post Date 1/8/12 4:08 pm
Topic: RE: surgeon might switch fr/sleeve to DS..????
Do you know how to put a link in your signature? I don't, but others do. (*grin*) Come on over!
Topic: RE: surgeon might switch fr/sleeve to DS..????
On January 8, 2012 at 10:43 AM Pacific Time, PatXYZ wrote:
There is a woman on the other board who has helped many, many dozens of people to get surgery through there insurance after they had been denied. She has gathered cases and information for many years and even attended hearings to help people get the surgery they need. Please, please speak with her before you make this decision! I'll send you another PM.
Post Date 1/8/12 4:01 pm
Topic: RE: surgeon might switch fr/sleeve to DS..????
Britt---have the DS.
I don't know what I would give, to have had my DS at your age. Please don't throw this opportunity away.
Topic: RE: surgeon might switch fr/sleeve to DS..????
On January 8, 2012 at 10:14 AM Pacific Time, Britt_Bearpaw wrote:
Thank you both for the feedback. This is what I was afraid of-the costs of the DS after surgery. I will eventually lose my Medicaid and to be honest I am very poor at this time. I go to school, and am using my loans to afford the surgery. Even if it is the best surgery for super obese ppl such as myself, when I lose my insurance I don't think I could afford the lab appts, vitamins, ect. With the sleeve, there are no labs, or vitamins really needed. I like how powerful the DS seems to be, but being low income and all-it might not work for me sadly. Hoping to convince the surgeon-Dr. Garcia-that the sleeve really is the best choice for me for financial reasons.I don't know what I would give, to have had my DS at your age. Please don't throw this opportunity away.
Post Date 1/8/12 3:55 pm
Topic: RE: Please comment on my lap band doc email regarding DS
Here is the email from my lap band doc............ I omitted only stuff which applied to his baby however any thing to do with the DS I kept and did not alter other then protecting some names he offered.
So one last time- consider this all carefully. I don't think you need that malabsorption and all the issues that come with it. You will lose weight fast - and will struggle at first to keep up with the protein requirements, and probably will be protein malnourished for a while.
Do consider just the sleeve portion of the DS or just a plication. They are easier on you, and your body, and do not have the malabsorption.
I won't bother you again with that opinion, but hope you keep it in mind, because I really do have your best interests at heart, and would really like you to think again. Remember, I've done more DS than most people - and one of the reasons I stopped was in 2003 I did over 350 DS and in 2005 only 3 people came back to follow up with their labs. There are still some DS patients who I follow - they are on facebook. I have banded over two (Kim and Bonnie ) (note I removed the pt's last name as they did not give me permission) - and one- Stephanie is doing well and living in Tampa- the other Kathy has regained a fair bit of weight, but is a lovely person, just got her nurses license and is working for a GI doc. So- you might think about asking them. They have given me permission to talk about them. I have asked my old DS patients to identify themselves on Facebook- so perhaps you can interact with them.
First year is a b&^$# (changed the 4 remaining letters as it might not be allowed on this site) with DS - up to ten stools a day. There are some things that can help with it. I have those outlined in my first book. Lots of gas. It is like having Ally all the time without being able to get away from it. It does settle down- although some patients have no issue with any of it.
Me again........I am hoping to make the decision and never regret it any help would be so appreciated. Note I only lost 16 pounds with the band.
Sincerely
DonnaYou should be the ONLY person deciding which form of WLS, if ANY, is right for you.
All of them work. Some work better than others, but all of them DO work, for some people. It's important to research them all, so you can figure out which one will work the best for YOU. It's also important to know that you can fight your insurance company if they say they won't cover the WLS that YOU want.
We can help.
Topic: RE: Please comment on my lap band doc email regarding DS
On January 7, 2012 at 1:18 PM Pacific Time, usandall wrote:
I received an email from my lap band doc and I feel like it coming from his heart & now I am torn. My surgical date is either Feb 14 or 21 with Dr U. I was planning on going Monday to the bank to put the down payment in Dr U bank account to book the surgery. I do not feel My lap band doc was up front with me regarding my lap band or maybe I was looking through rose color glasses and wanted the lap band to work so bad I was sold on it without taking into account the failure rate. I am a self pay. I want to make sure I am making the right decision and I thought the best people to ask is other ds pt's. I have to be honest the information I have received from this site has been more helpful then the doctors so I would be grateful if you would take the time to respond as it will assist me with making a life long decision. Thank you sincerely DonnaHere is the email from my lap band doc............ I omitted only stuff which applied to his baby however any thing to do with the DS I kept and did not alter other then protecting some names he offered.
So one last time- consider this all carefully. I don't think you need that malabsorption and all the issues that come with it. You will lose weight fast - and will struggle at first to keep up with the protein requirements, and probably will be protein malnourished for a while.
Do consider just the sleeve portion of the DS or just a plication. They are easier on you, and your body, and do not have the malabsorption.
I won't bother you again with that opinion, but hope you keep it in mind, because I really do have your best interests at heart, and would really like you to think again. Remember, I've done more DS than most people - and one of the reasons I stopped was in 2003 I did over 350 DS and in 2005 only 3 people came back to follow up with their labs. There are still some DS patients who I follow - they are on facebook. I have banded over two (Kim and Bonnie ) (note I removed the pt's last name as they did not give me permission) - and one- Stephanie is doing well and living in Tampa- the other Kathy has regained a fair bit of weight, but is a lovely person, just got her nurses license and is working for a GI doc. So- you might think about asking them. They have given me permission to talk about them. I have asked my old DS patients to identify themselves on Facebook- so perhaps you can interact with them.
First year is a b&^$# (changed the 4 remaining letters as it might not be allowed on this site) with DS - up to ten stools a day. There are some things that can help with it. I have those outlined in my first book. Lots of gas. It is like having Ally all the time without being able to get away from it. It does settle down- although some patients have no issue with any of it.
Me again........I am hoping to make the decision and never regret it any help would be so appreciated. Note I only lost 16 pounds with the band.
Sincerely
Donna
All of them work. Some work better than others, but all of them DO work, for some people. It's important to research them all, so you can figure out which one will work the best for YOU. It's also important to know that you can fight your insurance company if they say they won't cover the WLS that YOU want.
We can help.
Post Date 1/8/12 2:56 pm
Topic: RE: How Often do you feel the need to Eat
Every three hours, without fail, I need to eat a small farm aminal. Or cheese. (*grin*)
The DS kinda promotes a certain kind of grazing---we really DO need to eat protein several times a day. I keep ready-to-eat meat, cheese, nuts, etc. on hand ALL THE TIME---because if ai DON'T have ready-to-eat protein conviently at hand, I will eat bad-for-me carby **** Which ain't good.
Topic: RE: How Often do you feel the need to Eat
Every three hours, without fail, I need to eat a small farm aminal. Or cheese. (*grin*)
The DS kinda promotes a certain kind of grazing---we really DO need to eat protein several times a day. I keep ready-to-eat meat, cheese, nuts, etc. on hand ALL THE TIME---because if ai DON'T have ready-to-eat protein conviently at hand, I will eat bad-for-me carby **** Which ain't good.
Post Date 1/6/12 5:29 pm
Topic: RE: revision to DS
There's not a lot of revision that can be done to a DS. Have you tried journaling your food? That's where I'd start. Cut carbs, increase (if necessary) protein, amke sure you're drinking enough water.
It's possible to re-sleeve your stomach, but it's a pretty high-risk procedure. It's also possible to shorten your common channel, but that's probably not a good idea unless your labs are super-good.
I bet you can lose that 40 pounds pretty easily.
Topic: RE: revision to DS
There's not a lot of revision that can be done to a DS. Have you tried journaling your food? That's where I'd start. Cut carbs, increase (if necessary) protein, amke sure you're drinking enough water.
It's possible to re-sleeve your stomach, but it's a pretty high-risk procedure. It's also possible to shorten your common channel, but that's probably not a good idea unless your labs are super-good.
I bet you can lose that 40 pounds pretty easily.
Post Date 1/5/12 5:08 pm
Topic: RE: Getting back on track... you can do it
The problem is that pre-ops read here as well, and many of them are just learning how the different surgeries work. This post gives an unrealistic idea about post-DS lifestyle.
I know you meant well, but you REALLY need to remove this from the DS board---it simply doesn't apply.
Topic: RE: Getting back on track... you can do it
The problem is that pre-ops read here as well, and many of them are just learning how the different surgeries work. This post gives an unrealistic idea about post-DS lifestyle.
I know you meant well, but you REALLY need to remove this from the DS board---it simply doesn't apply.
Post Date 1/5/12 8:18 am
Topic: RE: Two year Surgiversay photo whoring time
Liar---there's no WAY you're almost 40!
Topic: RE: Two year Surgiversay photo whoring time
Liar---there's no WAY you're almost 40!
Post Date 1/1/12 6:12 pm
Topic: RE: Just want to say Thank you!!!!!
Good for you! You might also want to check out the link in my signature---there are a lot of long-term vets over there, and a lot of insurance gurus as well.
Topic: RE: Just want to say Thank you!!!!!
Good for you! You might also want to check out the link in my signature---there are a lot of long-term vets over there, and a lot of insurance gurus as well.
Post Date 1/1/12 6:09 pm
Topic: RE: why am i so hungry?
Are you eating anything other than broth? I was on pureed foods from the start, but even so, I was really, truly, hungry---because all I could eat was a couple of bites at a time.
Topic: RE: why am i so hungry?
Are you eating anything other than broth? I was on pureed foods from the start, but even so, I was really, truly, hungry---because all I could eat was a couple of bites at a time.
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