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AronGlower
on 8/14/21 2:55 am, edited 8/17/21 5:57 pm
Topic: RE: Losing so much of my hair!

Of course, the hair loss has greatly affected my image. At first, I couldn't even look at myself in the mirror without dislike. Before alopecia, I had long, thick hair ? something that was defining in my appearance. I wore a high ponytail, braids. When my hair started to fall off, I decided to shave it off, and I didn't know what to do with the new image. How to perceive yourself, how to behave. At first I wore wigs: at first it was unusual, then I got into the taste and perceived the change of wigs as a game, but then I realized that it was not mine, I was uncomfortable. I decided to grow my healthy hair and thanks to https://hairdryerfair.com/why-does-my-hair-get-greasy-after- a-day/ I did it! Their advice helped me a lot!

Partlypollyanna
on 8/13/21 5:20 pm, edited 8/13/21 10:20 am
RNY on 02/14/18
Topic: RE: How long after surgery can you eat tomatoes?

There is a lot of variation in plans. Tomato soup would be a puréed food so probably not an issue if you have moved to soft but doesn?t have a lot of protein. My program had me on normal solid foods around 9 weeks, as tolerated, keeping in mind guidelines of protein first then vegetables or fruits.

HW: 306 SW: 282 GW: 145 (reached 2/6/19) CW:150

Jen

annette910
on 8/13/21 11:49 am
Topic: RE: How long after surgery can you eat tomatoes?

my surgeon says he is just a surgeon he isnt a dietition but i'm on the soft diet now and can you have tomato soup and when can you eat salads again

Tidgel
on 8/13/21 7:20 am
RNY on 04/15/19
Topic: RE: After Weight Loss Surgery, what has been your greatest struggle?

I should have kicked myself sooner but I am doing OK now...still a struggle. Glad that you had the strength to work through it all early on and sounds like you are doing ok!

LeonaCR
on 8/13/21 6:54 am
Topic: RE: After Weight Loss Surgery, what has been your greatest struggle?

I am sorry hear that. It's a fear of mine. Wishing you well.

LeonaCR
on 8/13/21 6:53 am
Topic: RE: Well they didn't reject my offer out of hand !

Hang in there! You will get through this time and better days ahead.

(deactivated member)
on 8/13/21 6:19 am, edited 8/12/21 11:20 pm
RNY on 01/01/14
Topic: RE: After Weight Loss Surgery, what has been your greatest struggle?

It?s funny that I pay a big price for daring to b honest about these struggles.

I KNOW there are many people out there who don?t dare speak up - nor would I risk the lifelong stigma within my family or work if I couldn?t post honestly over the ? " anonymous " ? internet .

Yet even here some people think it?s ok to reject and judge and even block that person from posting if it?s within their power

(deactivated member)
on 8/13/21 6:04 am, edited 8/18/21 12:20 pm
RNY on 01/01/14
Topic: RE: Eating disorder

No but I can relate . ((((())) wishing you a speedy and thorough and healthy recovery ....

Please don?t ever forget ....desirable looks are NOT the first priority... health and longevity and a happy much- loved productive life IS .

Lg111
on 8/12/21 8:34 pm
RNY on 05/15/19
Topic: Eating disorder

Currently in partial hospitalization for eating disorder treatment being classified as atypical anorexia. After being evaluated by two treatment teams and various outpatient specialists, I still feel very out of place in eating disorder treatment due to still being in a larger body. Is anyone else experiencing this?

Alexpope
on 8/12/21 10:24 am
RNY on 10/21/20
Topic: RE: After Weight Loss Surgery, what has been your greatest struggle?

I started down that route and had to really give myself a swift kick. I am not even a year out yet but the social drinking was getting crazy when I would go out with my buddies. I am still going out with them I just drink seltzer water or bring crystal light. I have not struggled with food nor have I struggled with portions. But the alcohol snuck up early. My weight loss stalled for a bit but luckily I had dropped pretty quickly so the stall just put me into a normal weight loss vs time category. I still get a bit keyed up and want to drink socially but I am working through it.

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