-Cindyloo- posted a discussion topic 6 years, 11 months ago

I am almost one week post op from an LBL and breast lift. So far this has been a fog of pain and pills. For those of you who have done this, please give me some uplifting news. So far I am in so much pain that I haven't been "enjoying" the processes


-Cindyloo- posted a discussion topic 6 years, 12 months ago

What do your doctors say about ibuprofen? I am four years out of surgery and getting plastics on Thursday. I haven't taken anything but Tylenol since my VSG four years ago. How do y'alls doctors feel about Advil, Motrin or Aleve? I was told never t


-Cindyloo- posted a discussion topic 6 years, 12 months ago

I have my plastics scheduled for this Thursday. After so many years of working at this, I am really nervous as I hit the end goal. A 7+ hour surgery and all the pain after has me pretty freaked out. I think I am prepared. Have my meds and have read


-Cindyloo- posted a discussion topic 7 years, 12 months ago

Anyone have a PS recommendation for Austin, Texas?


-Cindyloo- posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
Carbonated Beverages and Straws - My nutritionist advised us to not drink carbonated beverages and to never use a straw after surgery.  I was just wondering if anyone knew why?  I am just curious.

-Cindyloo- posted a discussion topic 11 years ago
Hair Loss - I'm losing quite a bit of hair recently.  I saw my doctor for my 3 month follow up and all vitamin levels were great.  Anyone else having/had this problem?  What did you do? ...

-Cindyloo- posted a discussion topic 11 years, 1 month ago
Dumping Syndrome - Has anyone experienced any dumping syndrome after VSG?  I think I may have had it, or maybe a touch of a stomach virus?  What has your experience with this been? Thanks!

-Cindyloo- posted a discussion topic 11 years, 3 months ago
Stomach Virus - My son has spent the evening vomiting.  It looks like he brought a stomach virus home for the rest of us.  I am six weeks post op.  To anyone who has had a stomach virus with th...

-Cindyloo- posted a discussion topic 11 years, 3 months ago
Extended Release Meds - Does anyone know if the XR in these meds work after our VSG?  I take Ambian XR and keep waking after 5 hours of sleep at night.  Is there a chance the XR is not working since th...

-Cindyloo- posted a discussion topic 11 years, 3 months ago
Will Power - I was recently reading a study about will power.  The study results basically content that people have a limited supply of will power.  Will power seems to be something that sho...

-Cindyloo- posted a discussion topic 11 years, 4 months ago
Soft foods... Ideas out there? - Yay!  I get to start soft foods tomorrow, BUT, uh other than adding scrambled eggs I have no idea what to make.  Ideas anyone? Thanks!

-Cindyloo- posted a discussion topic 11 years, 4 months ago
Pureed Food - Hi!  I need to move on to pureed foods this week.  I was hoping some ideas from the basics I've been given.  Those are: Apple Sauce Mashed Potatoes Yogurt Sugar ...

-Cindyloo- posted a discussion topic 11 years, 4 months ago
Protein Drinks - I would really like some recommendations for protein drinks, both pre-made and powder.

-Cindyloo- posted a discussion topic 11 years, 4 months ago
B12 - I was just wondering what everyone's general opinion is regarding how to get your B12 in.  I use the sublingual tabs... Do any of y'all do the shots once a month?  Any opinions ...

-Cindyloo- posted a discussion topic 11 years, 4 months ago
WLS and Protein Relationship - I am a new member (sleeved last week), but I was hoping that someone could explain the relationship between protein and weight loss with regards to our sleeves.  I see how every...

-Cindyloo- posted a discussion topic 11 years, 4 months ago
Swallowing Pills - I had my sleeve this past Tuesday (10-31-12).  I am wondering at what point I can stop crushing pills?  I have one that is an extended release.  I am loosing the XR part because...
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