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J.e.t.
on 9/19/12 5:50 pm

Topic: RE: Reactive Hypoglycemia, Seizure

Just had the following response from Dr. Jossart, so maybe it really isn't too much to worry about:

"It was probably a one time event related to the heat, mild dehydration and either some sugar you ate or no calorie intake for several hours."

It sure seemed like a big deal to me, lol, but I suppose as doc's, they see things like this all the time. Anyway, that's reassuring. :-)

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 9/19/12 5:44 pm

Topic: RE: Reactive Hypoglycemia, Seizure

Thank you both. Yes, I believe the neurologist is a precaution. And no, I don't currently see an endocrinologist. No diabetes or pre-diabetes, just this. I do have a message in to Dr. Jossart, so maybe he'll suggest the endo? Ugh, this was not what I wanted!

Anyway, thanks for your kind words, all.

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 9/19/12 4:51 pm

Topic: RE: Reactive Hypoglycemia, Seizure

Thanks for the responses, guys. It seems to have been triggered by my eating half a soft serve ice cream cone. It happened a couple of hours after that. I guess I'm not sure why they're sending me to a neurologist?--It seemed like that was standard. I do know they want me to have an MRI just to be sure there's nothing in there to be worried about. ;-) I guess the scary thing for me is that there was no notice--no shakiness, light headedness, queasiness, none of the things that I've had with other episodes. Just all of a sudden my vision was very distorted (sort of like in a scary movie), I was screaming, and WHAM, seizure. I can tell you I won't be eating any more ice cream cones!

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 9/19/12 4:18 pm

Topic: RE: Reactive Hypoglycemia, Seizure

Hi all,

I wanted to share something scary that happened to me this weekend while we were camping. Apparently my blood sugar dropped very rapidly, and I had a grand mal seizure (now called Tonic-Clonic). Luckily, my friend who was with me is an MD, and she handled it well, but it was terrifying. I was taken about 30 minutes away by ambulance, and upon arriving at the hospital after being given a full bag of glucose, my blood sugar was still just 60. I didn't have any symptoms that I was aware of until just before it started.

I have had several episodes of RH since the surgery, though nothing like this before, obviously. I have an appointment with a neurologist next week. Anyway, I know that there has been significant talk about RH with RNY, but I have seen less about it with VSG. I'll update if I find out any useful information.

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 9/19/12 4:10 pm

Topic: RE: public service announcement for pre-ops & new post-ops

Newsflash: It doesn't end with the liquid diet.

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 8/24/12 5:45 pm

Topic: RE: Prof After Pix - 21 Mos out!

Holy smokes, you look spectacular! Transformed. And you're TINY! Thanks for posting.

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 8/13/12 3:39 pm

Topic: RE: Can't concentrate. Normal?

I feel that way when I am too low on carbs.

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 8/13/12 3:38 pm

Topic: RE: Tortilla chips Substitute - I need ideas????

I also like cucumber slices, and also endive.

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 8/13/12 3:36 pm

Topic: RE: Will a neck waddle retract??

I have it too. That, along with my thighs are the worst part. I can live with pretty much everything else.

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 7/18/12 9:43 pm

Topic: RE: The beautiful people...

Wonderful, what a victory!

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 7/17/12 11:38 pm

Topic: RE: Does anyone regret VSG?

Not for one minute. Only wish I could have had it 20 years ago.

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 7/17/12 11:36 pm

Topic: RE: Face Time ~ Before and After Pics

Gorgeous! We have the same surgeon, love him. :-)

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 7/13/12 1:53 pm

Topic: RE: 1 year Surgaversary w/pic

Congrats! You look fabulous!

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 7/12/12 8:50 am

Topic: RE: Really want to eat today

Hang tough, these kinds of days are hard. Remember, a craving is just a craving--it will pass. Eat some protein so that your tummy feels full. Tomorrow will be better.

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 7/10/12 7:43 am

Topic: RE: 4 year surgiversary

Congrats! You look fantastic, I so appreciate you taking the time topost your experience.

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 7/9/12 10:05 am

Topic: RE: OT: Saturdays Post

Damn, I miss all the good stuff! Can someone give a recap?

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J.e.t.
on 6/25/12 2:41 pm

Topic: RE: 5 Year Anniversary

Congratulations! I love it when people come back to tell us how it's gone. And yes, tell us about your restriction at this point? Was your sleeve done when Cirangle was making them bigger?

Congrats again!!

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 6/25/12 8:27 am

Topic: RE: What is everyone's problen with water intake?

I was a huge water drinker pre-op, and it was one of my biggest fears about having the surgery, that I would be unable to drink plain water. Not the case, though, I've been able to drink cold water since almost the very beginning.

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 6/19/12 7:22 am

Topic: RE: Ladies! The ugly apron, the stomach flap, the floppy vajayjay cover.

What are soapy women? I've never heard that term!

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 3/23/12 2:02 pm

Topic: RE: But I still wanted to enjoy my food

It'll come back! I had a lot of concern about it too, because I really wanted to still enjoy food. It's definitely back to normal now.

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 3/9/12 6:05 am

Topic: RE: 6 Months Out, 100 Pounds Down! (pics)

Good for you! You look fantastic.

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 3/7/12 7:36 am

Topic: RE: Feeling deprived. :{

You're the best Brandi. I love your posts!

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 3/6/12 7:45 am

Topic: RE: 15 Months Post Op - Century Club - Photos

Oh, holy smokes! You are gorgeous! Wow! And you don't look like you'd need plastics.

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 3/5/12 9:27 am

Topic: RE: I had my VSG surgery on ______ and I have lost _________ pounds.

September 1, 77 pounds lost since surgery day. (7 months)

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.

J.e.t.
on 2/27/12 2:25 pm

Topic: RE: Why do people think it's ok to keep asking me...

When people ask how much I've lost, I just say "oh, thanks so much for noticing. I don't reveal the number". I've never had anyone ask a second time. Respond with self-assuredness and then change the subject. Unless you hang out with some really classless people ,they'll get the message.

HW 263, 3lbs lost prior to surgery, weight loss ticker is since surgery.