Debbie S.
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mgauth 20 years, 6 months ago
Wow Debbie.....17 units of blood pre-pop? I'm curious as to why so much blood. The reason I'm curious is because when I first was being tested for the WLS, my blood was so low that the Dr put me on prescription iron pills that would absorb better. I believe my problem for anemia is because I have extremely heavy periods. Years ago my GYN put me on birth control and it helped tremendously, but after getting so heavy and having too many side effects of obesity, I was told to stop taking them. I hope since I have been taking them since June, that I wont have problems with them giving me the surgery. I would like to hear about what you went through. Congratulations on your surgery.....God Bless, Marilynn
CarolineAnnMartin 20 years, 6 months ago
Hi Debbie :) Sorry to hear you are having such a hard time getting your iron in! I get all my vitamins through Bariatric Advantage (.com). Every one of their vitamins is chelated (making it more digestible and better absorbed for us post-ops), are easy to get and keep down and taste awesome (although they taste better sucked on than chewed). Their chewable iron can be either chewed, sucked, or swallowed (and are easy to swallow as they are tiny). Their chewable iron also has Vit C which helps with absorption. <br><br> You will want to ask your surgeon how much iron you need with the BA iron as thiers is more "potent" as it is iron citrate and not the standard iron found in most pills/caplets. To give you an example, early out my surgeon prescribed Trinsicon (which along with B12 and intrinsic factor had 415 mg of iron in it), and since now recommending the Bariatric Advantage vitamins, he only recommends 18 mg of the BA iron. When I asked why the huge difference, he said it was because the BA iron is MUCH more readily absorbed. <br><br> Hope this helps!!!
Laura M. 20 years, 7 months ago
Debbie ~*~ To live your life in your own way ~ To reach the goals you've set for yourself ~ To be the person you want to be ~ That is success ~ Author Unknown ~*~ Congratulations on making the journey of a lifetime. May God keep you safe in his arms during your surgery today and throughout your recovery. God Bless...
Diane B. 20 years, 7 months ago
Hi Debbie! Congrats on your surgery tomorrow! I bet you are so excited! Try to get some sleep tonight! LOL! I just wanted you to know that I was thinking about you today and that you are in my thoughts and prayers for a successful, problem-free surgery and recovery. I'm so happy for you. Soon you will be on the other side and will join the ranks of the losers. wishing you much success in your weight-loss journey. Hugs to you today. God bless, DI from NJ
PookieW2 20 years, 7 months ago
Good Luck Debbie!! May your slide to the losing side be as uneventful and pain free as possible. This is such an exciting time in your life. Take care and God Bless....
Debbie B. 20 years, 7 months ago
Debbie - Best wishes for an uneventful surgery and a speedy recovery. May God hold you and your surgery team in his precious hands.
Melissa S. 20 years, 7 months ago
My prayers will be with you as you go through the surgery and recovery. May your strength be restored; your recovery be swift and your tender heart be renewed.
Karen N. 20 years, 7 months ago
Best wishes and extra prayers for smooth surgery and recovery. A positive mental attitude is your best preparation! You'll do great with this life-saving tool!
Cathy W. 20 years, 7 months ago
I wanted to wish you well with your upcoming surgery. I hope that all goes well and that you are up and out and about real soon. I'll bet you are are doing a happy dance accompanied by a bundle of unwanted "NERVES", but don't worry be HAPPY! You are in my thoughts and prayers. Good Luck!