Citizen Kim’s Posts
on 4/2/12 5:29 am
The OP will not be successful with ANY surgery until she gets her emotional eating under control with therapy and recommending revisions to people who are not ready, will only ensure they fail at their next surgery too! Even the VSG and DS can be eaten around by determined people ...
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 3/25/12 7:39 am, edited 3/24/12 7:57 pm
I have 3 type I diabetics and 3 type II diabetics in my family (besides me).
I believe (no research to back this up) that RNY may put you into remission but I do NOT believe it is a cure (obviously not for me!) The DS seems to have a much better record ...
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 3/25/12 4:29 am
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 3/17/12 1:13 pm
Kelly has had no medical training and so is probably unable to answer a question like this - I don't think she even does her own injections! If you just post a general question, one of the myriad of trained nurses and medical staff on here will be able to help you better!
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 3/17/12 8:04 am
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 3/15/12 4:16 am, edited 3/15/12 4:21 am
If you are happy to have had major surgery to alter your digestive system and still feel a need to go on diets from time to time, good luck to you. That's not the life I chose for myself.
Choosing to live a healthy lifestyle (for life) was the reason I had this surgery - you do whatever YOU think you need to do to rock your VSG! I like to encourage people who have had RNY to live their lives as functionally as possible.
Oh, and "thanks"!
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 3/15/12 3:15 am
If you follow the guidelines Kim gave you, you will be able to lose the weight you have gained and maintain for life!!!!
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 3/14/12 10:53 am
They should be great helpers at this age - fetching and carrying, helping to prepare their own food, even running a vacuum cleaner over etc - I'd make the most of it if I were you - my 11 month old was useless in the helping department !!!
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 3/14/12 5:42 am
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 3/8/12 6:30 am
I had a BMI of 40 with 100lbs to lose to achieve a normal BMI. I initially lost 120lbs in just under 7 months. I regained the 20lbs in years 4 and 5 and have maintained the 100lb loss since.
I do work at it, but am very happy to be where I am today ...
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 3/8/12 6:20 am
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 3/8/12 5:43 am
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 3/7/12 2:54 am
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 3/2/12 7:20 am
The whole point of WLS is to make losing weight easier ...
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 3/1/12 1:26 am
My surgeon had a pamphlet when I saw him for the first time listing all the extra expenses involved with having WLS :
Plastic surgery - very few people seem to factor that particular one into their thoughts - and most of us HAVE to pay out of pocket - I certainly did because as a lightweight the skin wasn't enough for medical necessity - I am definitely a vanity project!
Gym memberships, gym clothes, running shoes etc - these can run into hundreds of dollars if you want to look cute (and you will)
Whether you are drinking protein shakes or eating the best quality protein - once you can eat more than two bites of something - the necessary protein (80-100gms per day) IS going to cost you - as will vitamins - and these things really are non-negotiable!
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 3/1/12 1:18 am
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 2/29/12 4:32 am
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 2/27/12 10:02 am
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 2/27/12 6:12 am, edited 2/26/12 6:12 pm
I have been having them annually for several years and they do nothing but IMPROVE the way I feel - I hope it goes the same way for you!
Having now reached menopause, I'm really hoping that they become an infrequent necessity or even unnecessary (has to be some good reason for going through the rest of the PITA symptoms) - we'll see ...
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 2/27/12 4:52 am, edited 2/27/12 4:54 am
I loved Taipei although I was definitely seen as a freak - 6ft 3" in my heels and blonde - people would literally stop and stare at me LOL!!! Very friendly though - had lots of help with the language where necessary!
I hope you have a great time!
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 2/25/12 7:44 am
I honestly don't get why anyone thinks we are so precious after WLS - sheesh ...
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 2/24/12 9:29 am, edited 2/23/12 9:31 pm
She certainly has never had any midwifery or obstetric training and I don't believe she has had a pregnancy after WLS!
You might not like the delivery, but there are lots of people on here with a LOT more knowledge and experience ...
Make sure you don't burn any bridges that you might need later on!
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 2/16/12 10:53 am
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 2/14/12 3:34 am
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
on 2/13/12 2:56 am, edited 2/13/12 2:56 am
In the early stages of WLS I don't see a problem with it, but I do believe it is necessary for us to eat solid food as soon as we are physically able. If someone believes they are unable to tolerate solids and there is no medical reason why, then I believe a visit to a psychologist is necessary ...
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