BrightsideSusan
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 ...