icej2003 posted a discussion topic 7 years, 8 months ago

How do you get through the cravings.....I just started my monthly and i am just craving Chocolate  Chocolate what do I do??


icej2003 posted a discussion topic 7 years, 8 months ago

Had barium swallow test this morning.....everything went good and had drain removed now I can move to puree stage!! Oh did I mention im down 11pounds since surgery Aug 3!!!!!


icej2003 posted a discussion topic 7 years, 8 months ago

I am 6 days post op I feel extremely horrible I have been walking and sipping and still have gas it feels as if its in the upper area of my stomach and i am having a hard time breathing chest hurting I thinking it could be gas also and now Nausea. ...w


icej2003 posted a discussion topic 7 years, 8 months ago

So I finally had my surgery....just in alot of pain....today I get to start my liquids and get out of this bed and start walking around


Kathy S. wrote 7 years, 8 months ago
Hi icej2003 Congratulations on your upcoming surgery!? Here are some links to information you may find helpful: http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/photographing-your-weigh t-loss-surgery-journey/ http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/weight-loss-surgery-hosp tial-stay-what-to-pack/ http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/four-on-the-floor-self-c are-after-weight-loss-surgery/ We can't wait to hear from you post-op!

icej2003 posted a discussion topic 7 years, 9 months ago

Well I finally had my Preop appt yesterday.....so starting today im on a 1400 calorie diet!!! Hopefully it won't be bad


icej2003 posted a discussion topic 7 years, 9 months ago

I was wondering when did you make your last day your last of Work.....my doctor is filling out my FMLA papers but I was wondering when I could actually let them know my last day....my surgery is August 3 so I was thinking maybe July 25....that way I co


icej2003 posted a discussion topic 7 years, 9 months ago

Just curious did anyone or everyone have this done and how was it??


icej2003 posted a discussion topic 7 years, 10 months ago

I am so excited and nervous all at the same time...I have a few questions should I go ahead and buy my protein shakes, what should I bring to the hospital how long is the hospital stay...... everyday I'm just thinking about my upcoming surgery!!!


icej2003 posted a discussion topic 7 years, 10 months ago

Received a call from the nurse that works for my insurance company she told me she was assigned my case and I was scheduled for surgery July 25!!! I was shocked couldn't believe it .....I told her I hadn't received a call or letter in the mail stating


icej2003 posted a discussion topic 7 years, 10 months ago

I have finally completed my 6 months of supervised weight loss ...so tomorrow I have a appointment for doctor to sign clearance form and fax it off to surgeon's office so they can submit paperwork to insurance company.....I am hoping and praying that I


icej2003 posted a discussion topic 8 years ago

I met with the Surgeon on March 21,2016...Appointment was very productive....he said I made the right choice with going with the bypass, and that if my hernia needs to be repaired then will also do that... Everything is completed just waiting to be don


icej2003 posted a comment 8 years, 1 month ago
I would think so....Congratulations

icej2003 posted a discussion topic 8 years, 1 month ago

I was just wondering did anyone have a problem getting approved because NP signed off on 6 month supervised weight loss...or does it matter? When that time comes should I just have both the NP and doctor sign off so there won't be any problems since sh


icej2003 posted a discussion topic 8 years, 1 month ago

my doctor had me on Belviq it was suppressing my appetite but I would have severe headaches, so she prescribed Phentermine has anyone taken this drug....I didn't know this drug was on the market my Grandmother use to talk about this drug when I was lit


icej2003 posted a discussion topic 8 years, 1 month ago

I wanted to know if anyone had Molina insurance of Illinois, and how was the process....afraid I've done all the necessary steps and when its time to submit paper work I wont be Approved


icej2003 posted a discussion topic 8 years, 1 month ago

I wanted to know if anyone had Molina insurance of Illinois, and how was the process....afraid I've done all the necessary steps and when its time to submit paper work I wont be Approved


icej2003 posted a discussion topic 8 years, 2 months ago

I have really been having a hard time losing weight...my doctor prescribe belviq to help cut my appetite but I still have not lost any weight. She wants me to lose at least 30 pounds before I have to submit my information to the insurance company for a


icej2003 posted a discussion topic 8 years, 3 months ago

 I started my WLS process in December by attending the first seminar...it is now January 13 and I am almost done with all the requirements...I have seen the Nutritionist, Physical Therapy, seen the nurse Practitioner  , completed all lab work, mandator

About Me
Belleville, IL
Location
49.4
BMI
RNY
Surgery
08/03/2016
Surgery Date
Jan 11, 2016
Member Since

Before & After
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307lbs
226lbs

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