ebonymc posted a discussion topic 6 years, 11 months ago

Hello, I go to see the surgeon on 5/01/17...My preference is the sleeve. My question concerns my blood sugar. I'm asking all those that could help me with this question. " Could I get my B/S back in control with the sleeve? I've heard definitely yes w


ebonymc posted a discussion topic 6 years, 11 months ago

6 weeks ago at my support meeting, someone mentioned sciatica nerve pain. I spoke out saying well, I don't have that but I do have other health issues. 2 days later guess what? Yep! low back sciatica pain that is hurting some awful. my legs are the sm


ebonymc posted a discussion topic 7 years ago

I'm still deciding which surgery. I only weigh 220 and Dr. is saying RNY is better b/c of my diabetes and once acid reflux when I was banded. Anyone have/had soreness and weakness in the thighs and buttock area. Did it g


ebonymc posted a discussion topic 7 years ago

Did anyone have painful varicose veins in the leg/legs before surgery? I believe this may be stemming from a change in my B/P medication.


ebonymc posted a discussion topic 7 years, 1 month ago

Hello friends,  No one seems to be posting here. I am still considering having the sleeve in hopes of lowering my A1C levels and to stop/slow down the progression of this condition. I started having pain running up and do


ebonymc posted a comment 7 years, 2 months ago
Are they sure it isn't your gall bladder? I was doing the same...

ebonymc posted a discussion topic 7 years, 2 months ago

Hello!  I've been here a while searching and researching. I have all comorbidities, a small body frame, but huge and extended around the middle. I want to have the vsg due to my stats. I don't want to worry about my body


ebonymc posted a discussion topic 7 years, 2 months ago

Hello!  I've heard that stomach and waistline goes down significantly after having RNY due to the fat that has built up around those areas before surgery.  How about with the sleeve. Has anyone found this to be a problem?


ebonymc posted a discussion topic 7 years, 3 months ago

 Have anyone tried/done the whole30 diet? Let me know.  I've heard good things about it.


ebonymc posted a discussion topic 7 years, 3 months ago

Hey Everyone!  I visited my PCP today and she added a higher cholesterol medicine.


ebonymc posted a discussion topic 7 years, 3 months ago

Hello, I've heard many say that you can't take nsaids after RNY surgery b/c of developing an ulcer. what about with the sleeve? I'm a light weight and still don't know which surgery to have. I was told RNY is better for m


ebonymc posted a discussion topic 7 years, 5 months ago

Anyone having or had surgery with Dr. Bour or Dr. Scott? I'm planning to meet the staff and have the sleeve done. I would like to hear your experience PLEASE.


ebonymc wrote on Revision's support wall 7 years, 5 months ago
Thanks a lot, I rally need it right now. good luck friend

ebonymc posted a discussion topic 7 years, 7 months ago

Anyone out there weighing near 220 or less that had RNY. For the past couple of years I thought I wanted the sleeve. I saw my surgeon yesterday and he said due to my comorbidities, RNY may be a better choice for me. I wei


ebonymc posted a discussion topic 8 years, 4 months ago

Hello! Has anyone struggled or are struggling with diabetes and contemplating WLS to help get control of your diabetes?  My weight is now 213 and my Dr. feels that losing 65lbs should put my diabetes into remission and allow me to control it from there


ebonymc posted a discussion topic 8 years, 5 months ago

Hello all! I want to have the sleeve but I'm oh so worried about having terrible acid reflux. It was awful when I had the band. Also, for those who have diabetes, did it help with your A1C numbers. I have a Dr.'s appointment in 3 days and have to giv


ebonymc posted a discussion topic 8 years, 5 months ago

Hello, I've been hanging around on these forums trying to explain my situation. I'm a diabetic and had the band for 5 years. I had it removed 13 months ago due to not losing enough weight, reflux, pain and no change in blood glucose except it's gettin


ebonymc posted a discussion topic 8 years, 6 months ago

Hello!  I was un-banded 12 months ago and still have the same comorbidities. I weigh 218 and wonder if I could lose enough weight by doing Atkins. My A1C blood work levels are entirely too high and my diabetes is out of control. I'm looking into RNY fo


ebonymc posted a discussion topic 8 years, 8 months ago

Hello all, I've been around on other sites but have decided to post this question. I know the final decision is up to me, but I'm having a really hard time figuring out the best solution. Which one of these surgeries would you do if in my posit


ebonymc posted a discussion topic 8 years, 9 months ago

Hello! I am 5'2" tall, 60 yrs old, and weigh around 220 lbs. I still want to live an active life style. I often wonder if I'm too old to still want to have WLS. I had the band for 5 yrs and had it removed about 9 months a


ebonymc posted a discussion topic 8 years, 10 months ago

Hello!  I know there is a lightweight forum, but I wondered if any of you started out with a lower weight or BMI.  If so, which procedure did you go with. I want the sleeve but afraid that it would not cure my A1-C proble


ebonymc posted a discussion topic 8 years, 11 months ago

Hello!  I believe I'm an apple shaped person because of my rolls and rounded torso. I also have stick legs and wrists. Can anyone tell me how or exercises to do in order to even out or improve my body image. I no longer h


ebonymc posted a comment 9 years, 2 months ago
That's good news! I'm hoping to get there one day. I'll be starting...

ebonymc posted a discussion topic 9 years, 2 months ago
Being here is comforting - If I hadn't said it before, I'll say it now. I'm very happy and feel so comfortable posting here. You all have been an inspiration and I feel that here is where I need to be. I rea...

ebonymc posted a discussion topic 9 years, 2 months ago
Sleeve or RNY? - Okay here goes, I have visited different boards trying to figure out which surgery will suit me the best.  I know that I have to decide for myself, but I was wondering if I could g...
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