BrightsideSusan posted a discussion topic 6 years, 10 months ago

Has anyone experienced surgery and hospitalization following DS? I expect I will have about 3 days in the hospital before I go home to my routine foods and supplements. Concerned with being able to avoid flatulence and diarrhea based on the usual hos


BrightsideSusan posted a discussion topic 7 years, 9 months ago

For the past couple of years, since the TSA put in the total body scans, I have been pulled aside for a pat-down every single time I fly.  I am told that there is an "anomaly" in my midsection.  I have explained my post surgery tummy and each time the


BrightsideSusan posted a discussion topic 10 years, 6 months ago
Weight has dropped below goal - help! - I know!   A year ago I would not have believed I would worry about losing too much weight, but here I am.  I wanted to lose 130 pounds and did at 11 months post op.  Now I am  1...

BrightsideSusan posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
Anyone interested in buying my unused Vitalady DS - I bought the Vitalady DS regime but I can't tolerate them.  I have 24+ days I hate to throw out.  Retail for 30 days is about $140.  I'd like to get $50. and will pay for shippi...

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BrightsideSusan posted a comment 11 years, 1 month ago
I had the DS so I can't advise on the VSG but I wonder if there is a...

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BrightsideSusan posted a discussion topic 11 years, 5 months ago
FINALLY FOOD! - I am almost 5 weeks out and finally seem to be on the mend and able to eat soft foods.  It has been quite a struggle for me, which I did not expect, but I actually ate most of a...

BrightsideSusan posted a discussion topic 11 years, 5 months ago
Day 15 - Can barely get anything down - I am 15 days out from surgery.  Was doing great in the hospital, but I am not seeing much improvement since I have been home.  I can sip on ice water all day, but I am having a ...

BrightsideSusan posted a discussion topic 11 years, 6 months ago
6 days post op - maybe a little dehydrated? - My surgery and recovery have been excellent until my travel day yesterday.  Today I am feeling like I got behind on my fluids but I don't know how best to catch up.  I feel full...

BrightsideSusan posted a comment 11 years, 6 months ago
Thanks for the laugh! I am 3 days pre-op and sooo hungry (liquid...

BrightsideSusan added a goal 11 years, 6 months ago
Lose 20 Pounds Before Surgery

BrightsideSusan wrote a blog post 11 years, 6 months ago
My Blog - I have an ongoing blog as linked here: http://fitnessfoodlife.blogspot.com/ I am writing about my experiences there - drop in!!

BrightsideSusan posted a discussion topic 11 years, 6 months ago
FIGURING OUT THE VITAMIN DOSES - I can see that there is a wide range in the vitiamin programs I have seen on this forum and elsewhere. I am trying to get stocked up now before surgery in less than 2 weeks!  My...

BrightsideSusan posted a discussion topic 11 years, 6 months ago
Surgery in Mexico - How to get good post -op care? - My GP is on board with WLS but can't get his head around me not doing it within his medical group.  How did everyone who did surgery out of the country get their post-op care arran...

BrightsideSusan posted a discussion topic 11 years, 6 months ago
Support Group Near me in Pleasanton?? - I am scheduled for DS surgery on Octover 23.  I am self-pay in Mexico and looking for a support group near home for post-surgery.  Anyone aware of one?

BrightsideSusan posted a discussion topic 11 years, 7 months ago
Surgery in Mexico - Post Op care in US?? - I am about there in terms of deciding - a DS in Hermosillo with Dr. Ungston.  Insurance covers nothing for obesity - so I am out of pocket for surgery and after care.  How did ...
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