MissCheri18 posted a discussion topic 5 years, 5 months ago

I am just over 4 months out VSG and last few days I've been having these spells... Just reading or watching TV and all of a sudden I feel like things are going black and that I'm about to pass out, I even try to brace myself so I don't fall because I'm


MissCheri18 posted a discussion topic 5 years, 6 months ago

As most of you know, we always see ourselves as who we were (size wise) especially in the beginning. I have caught sight of me often in mirrors and mainly in store glass (doors etc.) and even though I have lost weight, even given away tons of clothes


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MissCheri18 posted a discussion topic 5 years, 8 months ago

This may be long… I am so very frustrated this morning, I am where I have been since week 3 and I’m in week 6 now! (same pound range of about 3 lbs. to bounce in and same inches lost) I actually found tears streaming down my face this morning.


MissCheri18 posted a discussion topic 5 years, 9 months ago

So, I have had trouble for years now in trimming my big toenails, in part due to my paralysis and mainly due to my obesity. I always get them uneven and too long, and I huff and puff whil


MissCheri18 posted a discussion topic 5 years, 9 months ago

Hi all!

OK, I am nowhere near ready for salad BUT that said I've heard that many people, even years later, cannot eat lettuce. So, my question is can or do any of you have issue with lettuce and is it all "lettuce" (like Romain etc.)? How abou


MissCheri18 posted a discussion topic 5 years, 9 months ago

OK, just had to share this. When I was at my Dr. office the intake nurse, now to be fair my surgeon does many different procedures not all gastric related. OK, so she askes about my diet and I tell her Broth, SF Jell-O, SF popsicles. AND she ask me, wh


MissCheri18 posted a discussion topic 5 years, 9 months ago

I've been doing pretty good...UNTIL about 12:30pm yesterday my 1 week anniversary. I made a huge mistake, or I think it was what I did? I drank down about 2 oz. of Protein2o in a hurry like the old days; about 15 min. later cramps hit me and hit me har


MissCheri18 posted a discussion topic 5 years, 10 months ago

Good Morning! Thought I’d do an update. I had my VSG last Monday (6/25) I’ve had to mentally process some issues the Doc found. He got in there and I had a mess needing cleaned up (scar tissue) but worse still he found my diaphragm had a tear he ha


TheWombat wrote 5 years, 10 months ago
Wishing you a speedy recovery!

Kathy S. wrote 5 years, 10 months ago
Congratulations on your upcoming surgery!? Here are some links to information you may find helpful: http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/photographing-your-weight-loss-surgery-journey/ http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/weight-loss-surgery-hosptial-stay-what-to-pack/ http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/four-on-the-floor-self-care-after-weight-loss-surgery/ We can't wait to hear from you post-op!

MissCheri18 posted a discussion topic 5 years, 10 months ago

Question, I managed to fix my ticker (I hope) but how do I add my VSG and surgery date to the right side?


MissCheri18 posted a discussion topic 5 years, 11 months ago

Hi, Silly as this may sound, where and how do I add those cute little weight tracker I see at the end of most peoples posts?


MissCheri18 posted a discussion topic 5 years, 11 months ago

I only recently started using one (last Dec) and one of the hopes I have after my surgery is that I can get rid of the darn thing! I have seen where someone gave theirs up (on TV) but I am not seeing where anyone on here has. I know everyone is differe


Kathy S. wrote 6 years, 2 months ago
Welcome to ObesityHelp! We are glad that you have joined our OH community. Be sure and check out the tutorial that appears when you log in. As you check out OH, you'll see many features and tools that are created for our members as you embark on your WLS journey. We suggest you upload your avatar, fill in your surgery type, date and surgeon. If you have not done so, let us get to know you by adding some information on your profile "about me" section. Hang out on your surgery type forum to interact with those that had the surgery you are going to have. Great support and information. If you want assistance with finding a surgeon, and or have any additional questions please email us at [email protected]. Regards, Kathy ObesityHelp Community Services 866-957-4636 Ext 393
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Daytona Beach, FL
Location
35.0
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VSG
Surgery
06/25/2018
Surgery Date
Jan 29, 2018
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