takingcontrolguy
takingcontrolguy posted a discussion topic 9 years, 3 months ago
1 Year Ago Today! - I've been waiting all year to celebrate my 1 year "surgiversary" as some on this site refer to it. Well i am happy to report that in spite of the miserable first few weeks i can sa...
takingcontrolguy posted a discussion topic 9 years, 4 months ago
Ulcer free! - After the serious bleeding ulcer complication which left me passed out in my hotel room on a business trip in July, it was nice to have the follow up scope today to learn it has co...
takingcontrolguy posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
First complication 8 mos out - emergency hospitali - Well, Up until now I have been one of those complication free, do anything, eat anything, lose weight lucky ones. I was on business travel last week and didn't feel very well in m...
takingcontrolguy posted a discussion topic 9 years, 9 months ago
6 Month Surgiversary - Past goal - 100% Excess Wei - Highest weight ever = 256 lbs. in October of 2011, height 5' 7". Severe sleep apnea, cholesterol at 250, triglycerides at 900. I started most recent yo-yo diet struggle in April 20...
takingcontrolguy posted a discussion topic 9 years, 10 months ago
So thankful for that afternoon coffee!!! - Before my surgery I took my enjoyment of coffee for granted - now it's part of my afternoon routine and one skinny vanilla latte or even just a regular coffee with splenda and crea...
takingcontrolguy posted a discussion topic 9 years, 10 months ago
OK - I want the weight loss to stop now! - My goal was 155-160 - I've been in the 147-149 range last two weeks - I want to stop losing, find some balance. At the same time I am very, very, very afraid to start eating more....
takingcontrolguy posted a discussion topic 9 years, 10 months ago
prednisone effects for us RNYers? sudden hearing l - I've had a complete sudden loss of hearing in my right ear, been tested and the ENT has prescribed a 14 day prednisone treatment to stop the constant pressure and ringing and hopef...
takingcontrolguy posted a discussion topic 10 years, 2 months ago
Old habits die hard! LOL! -
So my very first restaurant breakfast on the road. I took such careful measures to order a healthy omelet, planned my time to eat slowly. I spent 20 minutes at a brisk walk on ...
takingcontrolguy posted a discussion topic 10 years, 2 months ago
5 weeks out - travel challenge -
I travel for a living and I knew this day would come after 5 weeks grounded since surgery. Traveled Dulles to Las Vegas via Chicago (ORD). Day one was OK - passed on all airpla...
takingcontrolguy posted a discussion topic 10 years, 3 months ago
12 days post-op! Better daily but sooo weak -
Everything is going well after RNY10. Following DR instructions to the letter! So glad the gas pain seems to be over. I went out with my wife today for about 2 hours Christmas...
takingcontrolguy posted a discussion topic 10 years, 3 months ago
Home just 2 hours now - not feelin so well -
Had an RNY on Tuesday. Three nights in the hospital because my vitals didn't want to stabilize so well. The numbers all looking better but I feel like hell. This was my first e...
takingcontrolguy posted a discussion topic 10 years, 3 months ago
Dec 10 Surgery - So ready -
Day 1 of the liquid diet pre-surgery just about over! Looking forward to this online support!
takingcontrolguy posted a discussion topic 10 years, 3 months ago
Surgery scheduled Dec 10 -
Day 1 of the three day clear liquid diet before RNY surgery Tuesday morning. Today is the day I take back the power I have given to food and to my own unhealthy eating habits. ...
About Me
San Diego, CA
Location
23.2
BMI
Surgery
12/10/2013
Surgery Date
Surgeon
Dec 07, 2013
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