
JaneJetson

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 6 months ago
What is considered a light weight for surgery - I have read people mentioning they were a light weight for surgery and wondering what is the cut off for what is considered a light weight?

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 6 months ago
Does anyone have or know someone with Polymyalsia - I have been battling this since 2010 and am having a difficult time finding any current support forums on the net. It is not a widely known condition, but a bit familiar to Fibro...

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Chatroom - Hey Everyone,
We had a poster wanting to know if we use the chatroom. I have wondered why that myself why no one is hardly ever on there. Were there problems? fights, arguments,...

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
I like sleevers spunk! - I came over from the RNY forum to read up on the sleeves. Had the RNY in May, and I can say you folks don't put up with any crap. If someone is having problems, you get right in ...

JaneJetson posted a comment 12 years, 8 months ago
How much did you have to lose when you got the sleeve? If you...

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
I need help with choices to get my fluids in! - Ok, cannot do anymore Crystal Lite. I cannot gag down straight water or with ice. I do not like decafinated ice tea. I am getting my fluids down and I have diluted my Crystal Li...

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
OT- Holy Guacamole! A Brazilian Wax! - Ladies! Ouch, Ouch, OOOhhhhh OMG Ouch! Kuddos to those that have had it done, but I am not sure what was worse, watching this being done or my RNY!

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
blessings - I am grateful for great doctors who have helped us see the way to a better life. I am grateful I woke up in recovery, even though I had to be reintebated till 9:30 that night. ...

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
OT- Guitar Hero - Hey Peeps, just want to share the fact that I play a wicked Guitar Hero and Rockband. I started 3 years ago and play expert level on many of the discs. I am extremely proud beca...

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
Surgery in Mexico - I know the successes of surgery in Mexico and I also know the horror stories. I would save, borrow take a loan out to have surgery here in the US. In Mexico you have no protection...

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
grateful for BM's! - I know, what a topic to post but hey, everything is game here. Up to this point and things can change at anytime, I have been able to go to the bathroom. I am not jumping my guns...

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
please help - Have been so sick to my stomach. Dr. put me on zefron, zefran what ever it is. I had diareah all night.
Walking and drinking. Meds barely touch my upset stomach.. Guys, help me...

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
Had Surgery - Hi everyone,
Had my RNY Monday, came home Wednesday around 4 P.M. I will make this short. I feel like I have been hit by a train, but other than that I am doing ok. Haven't fel...

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
Ok, I might as well do it - Ok, Whoo-hoo! Everyone else does it! Tomorrow is surgery! Whoo-hoo! Ok, Im done........

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
Magnesium Citrate - Was dreading this, but I ordered Berry flavored magnesium citrate off of Amazon and it wasn't as bad as I thought it was going to be. I chilled it in the fridge and drank it cold...

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
Why such different protocols for RNY's from Surgeo - You would think after all the research and studies over the years on RNY's that it wouldn't vary much as to what is put into the pouch. I am amazed at what people are eating acco...

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
Axiety level: A 10 - Ok, Monday is the day, Peeps. I was doing ok, until 30 minutes ago and BAMMM! It came up behind me and hit me like a truck. My husband said one year of getting ready is coming dow...

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
Good Morning, Everyone! - After getting the news on my gallbladder removal I am now more at peace with that. I was just rather shocked because I have never had a problem or pain so when they said that pup...

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
Having gallbladder removed also Monday - Just got word today from my surgeon tha the gallbladder needs to come out also. Might as well, being as it can become a problem down the road for many after surgery. It is not im...

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
For Kelly: Strictures - Kelly, do all the surgeries pose the risk for strictures? Why do some have a problem and some do not? Thank you. Jane in California

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
Menopause - I am wondering being as I went through menopause several years ago, with all this release of estrogen into the body from weight loss, am I going to get nutzoid again? Sigh...........

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
Approved???? - Ok, I must be out in left field. At no time was I waiting for an approval or told we have to wait and see what your insurance says from my insurance company. It was a given from ...

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
To M M: - Bought some of the Syntrax mint cookie protein shake. Outstanding! They call for one scoop. No scoop in the container, so how much is a scoop? Thanks!

JaneJetson posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
OT Stricture - How common are strictures? Do you have to be put out for this? Thanks!