Sylvie G.
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 5 years, 6 months ago
im having my first iron infusion on Thursday and a second one the following Thursday. For those who had had them, how long before you started feeling better?
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 5 years, 7 months ago
i recently moved to the US from Canada. I had an RNY in 2013. My iron is extremley low. I am going to my doctor to get a requisition for iron infusions. Does anyone ya e any experience with getting them done in the US? Does insurance typically pay for
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 11 months ago
Need a Shoulder to Cry On -
I am six weeks post op and feel like crap. Everything I eat or drink tastes awful and I'm getting depressed. I go back to work on Monday and don't know how I'm going to manage ...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 11 months ago
Why Does Everything Taste Gross -
I'm almost five weeks post op and find everything tastes awful. It's become so difficult to eat or drink anything because it all tastes off. Will this go away? Just want to be a...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 11 months ago
Carbonated Beverages...Aga -
Ok, so the last time I dared to ask if it would be ok to drink Perrier water, which is naturally carbonated, I got ripped a new one by several people on here. People made comme...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 11 months ago
Pasta -
I'm having a hard time coming up with stuff to make for dinner. I used to make various pasta dishes at least twice a week. Pasta seems to be a no no right now from what I'm read...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 11 months ago
Bad Taste -
I'm almost a month post op and everything leaves a bad after taste in my mouth. I even wake up with a bad taste. Has anyone else experienced this? Will it go away?
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 11 months ago
When Will I Start to Feel Like Myself -
I'm almost four weeks post op and still feel like hell. I still have a little pain but the big problem is my lack of energy. I could sleep my life away and I just don't feel we...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 11 months ago
Mineral Water -
I know carbonated drinks are a no no, but what about mineral water? Pop and soda get there bubbles from a gas forced into the drink but Perrier gets its bubbles naturally from t...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 11 months ago
Carbonated Drinks -
Does anyone drink carbonated drinks. In particular, mineral water, not pop. If so, how long after surgery did you start them?
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 11 months ago
Carbonated Drinks -
I'm two weeks post op. at what point can I have carbonated drinks? I would love to have some Perrier!
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 11 months ago
Sweetener -
Just wondering what sweeteners everyone is using. Since sugar is a no-no, what are the best options. I've used sweet n low in the past but maybe something more natural is better...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 11 years ago
Nestea Iced Tea Singles -
Would like to drink something besides water. I'm five days post op and would like to have some of the nestea iced tea singles. I don't like any of the crystal light or mio. They...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 11 years ago
Home Yesterday - On the Bench -
So I was released from HRRH around 1 pm yesterday. I'm in some pain but not too bad. The gas is worse than anything. Trying to eat but I'm not very hungry. Sipping my water all ...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 11 years ago
The Butterfly is About to Emerge -
So tomorrow is the big day. Surgery at HRRH at 10:30 am. I'm sure I won't sleep a wink tonight. This has been an interesting journey so far. There is still so much to learn. ...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 11 years ago
Carbs, Fats, and Sugars -
In a meting with the nutritionist, she mentioned I shouldn't eat things with so many grams of carbs, fat, and sugar. I think it was like 5 grams. Does anyone know for sure?
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 11 years ago
One Down, One to Go -
So I've completed my first week of Opti. It hasn't been as bad as I expected. Thank God for broth and caramel syrup. I drink lots of broth which fills me up. My husband brought ...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 11 years ago
What to Bring to the Hospital -
So my surgery is in eight days and I'm already thinking of what I need at the hospital. I would imagine I need PJ's, probably a two piece. Do I need a robe for strolling the h...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 11 years ago
Protein Powder -
My surgery is in 9 days. I bought some of that unflavoured protein powder from bulk barn. How much of it would I put in a gastric bypass sized serving of a meal?
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 11 years ago
One Down, 13 to Go -
Just drinking my last Opti of day one. They are not great but doing my best to get them in. Four a day seems like a lot, wish it was only three. It's going to be a long two wee...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 11 years ago
Before Pictures -
I start Opti tomorrow so had hubby take some before pictures. I avoid cameras like the plague so what an eye opener those pictures are. I can't believe how huge I look! Especia...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 1 month ago
Sweetener? -
So I won't be having sugar after surgery. Is stevia an acceptable substitute? Will it cause dumping? I would rather use something natural rather then chemical sweeteners.
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 1 month ago
Surgery Time -
I'm sure I read somewhere how long the bypass surgery is. Does anyone know? Also how much longer does a revision take?
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 1 month ago
Heck of a Long Day at HRRH -
What a day. Left home at 10am for an appointment with Dr, Hagen. Signed my consent forms and picked up my Opti. Yay. Then it was off to Dr. Glazer. Got cleared for surgery ...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 1 month ago
Question about PATTS -
So I'm going to HRRH today for my patts. Do I go anywhere besides the patts office in the hospital? Do I have to make an appearance at the bariatric clinic? My appt is at 2 pm ...
