Tammy G.

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You are going to get through this and it will be amazing ;) I am...

What to do when YOU are the one who takes care of -  After struggling for years with my weight, I finally decided to take the plunge and have gastric bypass surgery, more specifically, Roux-en-Y.  It wasn't a light decision, but my ...

Good luck tomorrow! You will do great, I just know it ;) Please let...

You can't have coffee? That's crazy! I can have coffee both pre-op...

Sounds like you are doing well! I think we are having our surgeries...

Countdown.....2 weeks until RNY -  I took my last Enbrel injection before surgery today.  Knowing that I won't be able to take it again for probably 6-8 weeks (until all incisions are completely healed) makes me wo...

Product Review: Coromega Omega 3+D Fish Oil Packe - I recieved a sample of the omega 3 supplement my nutritionist recommended today from Vitacost--Coromega Omega 3+D Tropical Orange squeeze packet.  I have been taking omega 3 supple...

I've used CPAP since about 1998. I can't imagine sleeping...

Have You Changed Your Mind Abt Surgery Type After -  Let me start with this....I have severe rheumatoid arthritis and some other medical problems.  I have a high BMI of 77.  I take 8-10 prescription meds at any given time daily.  I ...

Pre-Op Vitamins/Supplements -A List -  This is for my own information in case I need it in the future.  These are the vitamins and supplements I have taken for 6 weeks prior to surgery. Bariatric Advantage Complete ...

Bad Night...... -  I had a very bad night.  I was weepy all night.  All I could think of was that if I was to die on the surgery table I only have 2 more weeks to live.  I know that is NOT the minds...

Frustrated- Need Reassurance -  Howdy everyone, First off, I am 2 weeks pre-op.  I have been on low carb (30 grms) high protein (60+ grms) pre-op diet for 2 weeks, with 2 weeks to go.  It is not a big deal be...

Oh I completely understand. My rheumatologist is a great doctor. ...

Wow, I am really thankful for my surgeon after reading your...

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You did great getting in all that protein! Tick tick...we'll both be on...

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That is a wonderful accomplishment! And where you live is so...

I can't believe he isn't going to remove your gallbladder, but it going...

Traveling for Surgery -  For several reasons, including, but not limited to, the quality of surgeon and hospital, I am traveling to have my RNY.  It is about a 7 hour drive and my surgeon has asked me to ...

Why the Pre-Op Diets are Important and how they wo -  The purpose of a pre-surgery diet is to: Reduce body fat around the stomach and liver, as well as shrink the liver itself. If the liver is too large, the surgery may have t...

You CAN do this. No one said it would be easy, but it is bearable. ...

Oh, okay. You said nurse, so that's why I was wondering. Good...

I would suggest you up the protein in the form of lean meats to 50-60...