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(deactivated member)
on 9/11/06 11:29 am - Florence, KY
on 9/11/06 11:29 am - Florence, KY
Topic: RE: Fat free refried beans
When I went for my 2 week post op I was told to try Wendy's chili. It is low fat and full of protein.
It was wonderful! Of course the .99 size is 8 ounces so it was almost 3 meals.
Refried beans with cheese are another thing that are really good.
(deactivated member)
on 9/11/06 11:27 am - Florence, KY
on 9/11/06 11:27 am - Florence, KY
Topic: RE: Motivtion to exercise
I couldn't walk before my surgery from the van to the store because of the pain in my knees. My doctor tells me to find a place to swim!
I hope as soon as I can eat and drink again I will feel up to going to gym and just treading water.
Wondering too if the motiviation will come once the movement starts.
Topic: RE: WORK?
Hi Traci, I will be returning about Sept 28, one month after surgery. I think I will try to go in a couple of half days that last week I am off. I am a teacher and need to get my energy up for the little darlings!
Cindy
(deactivated member)
on 9/11/06 11:21 am - Florence, KY
on 9/11/06 11:21 am - Florence, KY
Topic: RE: Anyone Struggling
My surgery was 8/23 and I was doing great until this weekend. I started puking up blood and so I called the doctor. He said to stay on clear liquids until Monday and they were going to get me set up for a endoscopy.
At my two week post op visit last Thursday I was 25 lbs down. Wow.
I have an appointment on Tues at 1:30 for a review by the doctor who will be doing the scope. This whole thing sounds like oh so much fun!
(deactivated member)
on 9/11/06 11:17 am - Florence, KY
on 9/11/06 11:17 am - Florence, KY
Topic: RE: Tired all the time
I too am tired all the time. I am taking my vitamins but having problems eating. I have been taking a 90 min nap in the early afternoon and that has been getting through the evenings.
Topic: RE: WORK?
Wow...I am glad you are doing better. I couldn't imagine going back to work now...whew. They would have to come looking for me...
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Hugs,
Traci

Topic: RE: WORK?
Hi Trish,
I wasn't asking when "I" should return to work....
. I asked when you or everyone else was returning to work.
I return to work October 2.
Hugs,
Traci

Topic: RE: 1 week post op
Thanks I ve been eating my food right now I'm really worried because I can have the whey in our protien shakes do you have any ideas that i can try
Topic: RE: WORK?
It depends on whether you had open or lap. I had open and was told 4-6 weeks. Given that I am two weeks out and feelilng like a wet dishrag, I am not upset about this.
Talk to the doc. He/she is the expert on this and knows your case better than anyone.
Good luck,
Trish
Topic: RE: WORK?
I have been back at work for quite awhile now!
i returned part time a week after surgery and full time the second week.
It was hard becuase I was SO tired all day, but my energy is finally returning and i can make it through the day AND still have energy when I get home!
YOU should take as much time as you and your doctor think is necessary!