jndrake posted a discussion topic 6 years, 2 months ago

Wow, I'm happy to report that I'm almost 6 months out from my revision from VSG to DS and have lost 67 lbs since the surgery in July. I started this process with a VSG approximately 5 years ago. My highest weight was 420 lbs. After my VSG I lost 180 bu


jndrake posted a discussion topic 6 years, 4 months ago

Hi, I just got my first set of labs -3 month labs- done. I am good in all vitamins but low in my albumin and pre albumin. My legs, ankles, and feet are swelling pretty bad. I know I have not been keeping track of my protein so I am now going to count


jndrake posted a discussion topic 6 years, 6 months ago

Hi, I have noticed lately that I am really hungry in the morning. Before surgery I would have to have at least 2 cups of coffee and I wouldn't eat until maybe 10:00 am. Now I am not drinking any coffee- I've lost a taste for it which I can not believe


jndrake posted a discussion topic 6 years, 8 months ago

I had to get up 4 times last night in the middle of the night to go # 2! I know this can't be forever right????


jndrake posted a discussion topic 6 years, 8 months ago

I had my DS two days ago. Just got home from the hospital. I feel a million times better than I did after my VSG 3 1/2 years ago! I can't wait to see what this journey holds in store for me.


jndrake posted a discussion topic 6 years, 11 months ago

If you leak oil "oil slick" does it smell fecal? Another big worry for me as I work in an office


jndrake posted a discussion topic 6 years, 11 months ago

Hi, I am about to sign papers with my surgeon to have the DS surgery. One of my biggest worries is an obstruction. Can anyone tell me if they have had obstructions and what happened? Thanks.


jndrake posted a discussion topic 7 years, 1 month ago

Hi, I am three years out and have been talking to Dr B about a second surgery. Has anyone else on here been referred to the new surgeon on his team and or is anyone already planning to have a DS vs the VSG?

 


jndrake accomplished a goal 8 years, 6 months ago
weigh less than my husband

jndrake accomplished a goal 8 years, 6 months ago
Run and play with my boys.

jndrake accomplished a goal 8 years, 10 months ago
polish my own toenails.

jndrake accomplished a goal 8 years, 10 months ago
ride roller coasters with my kids, cross my legs, and run

jndrake accomplished a goal 8 years, 10 months ago
Weigh less than 250 pounds!

jndrake accomplished a goal 8 years, 10 months ago
be a good example of healthy eating to my kids.

jndrake accomplished a goal 8 years, 10 months ago
Ride a bike again

jndrake accomplished a goal 8 years, 10 months ago
Be comfortable in front of the camera rather than behind

jndrake lost 5 lbs since Nov 17 9 years, 2 months ago

jndrake lost 5 lbs since Nov 02 9 years, 4 months ago

jndrake accomplished a goal 9 years, 4 months ago
Fit in a regular bathtub

jndrake accomplished a goal 9 years, 4 months ago
Fit in a booth
About Me
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, XX
Location
22.4
BMI
VSG
Surgery
12/10/2013
Surgery Date
Jun 12, 2007
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