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Topic: 6 month checkup!!
I went to the doctor today for my 6 month checkup. I lost another 14lbs for a total of 123lbs since my surgery (153lbs since first consultation with my surgeon!!) I feel like a TOTALLY different person...I actually lost a whole person!!! 
Well I am so gratful that I had this surgery...it has given my my life back to live again!!
Lisa
371/341/218/140
Well I am so gratful that I had this surgery...it has given my my life back to live again!!
Lisa
371/341/218/140 
Topic: RE: Hey! Have you seen my hair anywhere?
HI TEMEKA
I'M IN THE SAME BOAT AS YOU. I HAVE LOST A TREMENDOUS AMOUNT OF HAIR. MY SURGEON SAID IT SHOULD SUBSIDE AROUND SIX MONTHS. MINE IS SLOWING DOWN BUT HASN'T STOPPED AND I'M AT SIX MONTHS AND ONE DAY.....BALD IS MORE BEAUTIFUL WHEN YOU'RE THINNER?!?!?!?!
KEEP YOUR CHIN UP.
SUEB
Topic: RE: Hey! Have you seen my hair anywhere?
Tameka,
My surgery was 2/24/05 and I too suffered from extreme hair loss. It was coming out by the handfuls.
I switched to a liquid vitamin (Centrum) and whether it was time for it to stop or it was the vitamin change....my hair is now done shedding for the past couple of weeks. Centrum also includes Biotin which I have heard helps to retain hair.
If you think about it, the liquid vitamins can be immediately absorbed while the the chewables need to be broken down prior to absorption.
I don't know.....but for this worked.
Best wishes
Diana 
Topic: RE: Can anyone help???
Thanks everyone for your care and concern. I am feeling better now. I called the doctor as suggested, but had to leave a message. They returned my call, but I was gone to pick up Mason from school. Anyways, since I am feeling better I haven't called back. The only thing I can think of is that I am simply not eating enough. I think this causes spasms, and air, which results in the pain. Also, I had skipped my allergy meds for a few days and the sinus drainage probably causes some irritation. Sheesh...I'm a mess! Well...lesson to myself...must eat, must take meds, must remember my needs are important too!
Thanks again to all *****sponded!
Sheila
Topic: RE: I HATE INSOMNIA
I know how you feel! I have been waking up at 4AM and then pretending to sleep the next 3 hours. Tossing and turning a lot. I just wake up and feel rested but that is WAAAYYY too early for me! I too hope this shall pass... 
Topic: I HATE INSOMNIA
i have no trouble getting to sleep at all. but lately i've been waking up earlier and earlier. this morning it was 3 in the fricking a.m. then i start dozing off at about noon. hope it passes soon.
dorthe
Topic: RE: Worried!!!
I too am woriied. I can eat anything (except hot dogs and white bread like buns) without any problems. I've been stuck between 172 and 175 for several weeks now. I work out with weights 3 times a week and occasionally walk on the treadmill.I do 2 double scoop protein shakes a day and get in 64 oz of water a day. Getting in my fluids is the hardest part for me. If I'm not at work it is even harder. I can't drink plain water, it has to be flavored and I'm picky it has to be Aquafina flavor splash. I drink 2 or 3 bottles a day plus two 10 -12 oz protein shakes. I had to try several waters before I could find one I could tolerate. Plain water gives me stomach spasms, I don't know why it just does, weird huh? Good luck
Janice
258/172-175/150 my goal
Topic: RE: Hey! Have you seen my hair anywhere?
Temeka I just read your profile; it was great! I really enjoyed it.My surgery was 2/23/05 too! The shampoo they may be talking about is called Nioxin, they also have treatment serum and vitamins. I just started double scooping my protein shakes (morning and before bed) and my hair loss slowed way down. I also take Juice Plus (it's a product I sell that is basically fruits and veggies in a pill). I tried the oatmeal and Biotin and it didn't seem to help. However I've heard it said we the loss is usually between months 3 and 6 so maybe it would have stopped anyway. My husband has thinning hair and has been using the Nioxin shampoo conditioner and treatment serum and after about a month or two it seems to be helping him. Have a great day and good luck!
Janice
258/172-175/150 my goal
Topic: RE: WLS magazines?
hi angie:
if you click on the STORE link at the top right of your screen, you'll be able to find a place to order a magazine such as you're describing. hope that helps.
dorthe
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