LeslieWesleysyxx posted a discussion topic 5 years, 8 months ago

Hello, it’s been a minute since I have posted on this site, but I always get the best help here with my questions.

So lately for the past few weeks I’ve been feeling so run down, chronic sore throat, sore sensitive tongue and numbness in m


LeslieWesleysyxx posted a discussion topic 6 years, 1 month ago

My revision surgery went well. They also found a hiatal hernia and repaired that too. I also had adhesions from the previous surgery they took out. Lots of achy and gas pain but I’ve been up and walking several times already.


Kathy S. wrote 6 years, 1 month ago
Congratulations on your upcoming surgery!? Here are some links to information you may find helpful: http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/photographing-your-weight-loss-surgery-journey/ http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/weight-loss-surgery-hosptial-stay-what-to-pack/ http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/four-on-the-floor-self-care-after-weight-loss-surgery/ We can't wait to hear from you post-op!

LeslieWesleysyxx posted a discussion topic 6 years, 2 months ago

it’s been awhile since I have posted, but the paperwork has been submitted for revision to bypass due to horrible reflux. I’m nervous it might get denied. It’s been going on for almost year and has only gotten worse. I’ve tried 3 different PPIâ


LeslieWesleysyxx posted a discussion topic 6 years, 6 months ago

Hello everyone, I am 13 months out from VSG and for the last week I have been dropping 1-2 pounds a day. It’s like my body is in overdrive at the moment. While I don’t mind loosing weight that quick, my brain makes me think it’s too much at once.


LeslieWesleysyxx posted a discussion topic 6 years, 7 months ago

One year ago today I was Sleeved! It has been the best decision of my life and I would do it again in a heart beat! I feel like i've gained so much of my life back. I am currently down 141 pounds and just over half way to my goal. I started this journe


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LeslieWesleysyxx posted a discussion topic 6 years, 11 months ago

Yesterday I went shopping for shorts/Capri's to wear to a music festival next weekend. I found these pair of Jean capris that I loved but they didn't have my current size left in them. I hesitated but decided to try on the next size smaller. I fit int


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LeslieWesleysyxx posted a discussion topic 6 years, 12 months ago

Hello,

Some of you know I've been fighting some increased acid reflux issues. My surgeon prescribed me a medicine called Carafate to help coat my esophagus until i had the EGD. The good news is, EGD went well and it did show acid reflux as we t


LeslieWesleysyxx posted a comment 7 years ago
I am 7 months out from VSG. Getting enough protein in everyday is...

LeslieWesleysyxx posted a discussion topic 7 years ago

Hello, quick background about me. I had VSG on September 12, 2016 and have lost a total of 115 pounds. That includes pre-op weight loss. I had very mild acid reflux prior to surgery and my surgeon felt ok with VSG because of this. Since March my acid r


LeslieWesleysyxx posted a discussion topic 7 years ago

My nerves are up for an appointment I have with the surgeon tomorrow. I've been dealing with acid reflux off and on since about January. In March around my 6 month post op time I started feeling alot of esophageal swelling so my surgeon had me up my PP


LeslieWesleysyxx posted a discussion topic 7 years, 1 month ago

Hello, my allergist prescribed me 20mg prednisone to take for the next 5 days. Has anyone ever taken prednisone after VSG? The doctor seemed to think the low dose would be ok with sleeve. I thought I would check here before taking since everyone usuall


LeslieWesleysyxx posted a discussion topic 7 years, 2 months ago

Hello all, I thought I would post an update since this week will mark 1 year since I started my weight loss journey. A year ago was when I decided to call the surgeons office recommended to me and get signed up for the mandatory orientation. I left tha


LeslieWesleysyxx posted a discussion topic 7 years, 3 months ago

Hello all. I woke this morning with what felt like a bad swollen throat. Had a hard time swallowing and pain in the front of my neck. At first I thought I was having a allergic reaction since I do have food allergies, but I usually get hives along with


LeslieWesleysyxx posted a discussion topic 7 years, 4 months ago

So this Saturday evening I have a surprise birthday party to attend at SPAGHETTI WAREHOUSE!!! This will be my first time eating out since my surgery 3 months ago. I have already looked over the menu and had planned on the grilled chicken and steamed ve


LeslieWesleysyxx posted a discussion topic 7 years, 5 months ago

Hello, I was wondering if anyone knows of or has tried a workout app? I'm wanting to add more strength training to my workouts, but I'm totally confused on what are the proper ones to do. Originally I had a personal trainer I started with before my sur


LeslieWesleysyxx posted a discussion topic 7 years, 7 months ago

hi guys, I had my surgery on Monday at 2pm and was discharged about 4:30 pm on Wednesday. The nurses kept commenting on how good I was beacuse I made myself get up a lot and walk the hallway. Everything went well during and after surgery. I'm still hav

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