White Dove posted a discussion topic 7 years, 5 months ago

Just for anyone who does not know, if the laws are changed and insurance can once again be denied due to pre-existing conditions, most of us have one.

Four years ago I needed to purchase health insurance.  I was denied because of my pre-existin


White Dove posted a discussion topic 7 years, 5 months ago

I had my gallbladder removed today.  I was worried about the surgery, have had zero symptoms from it but a cat scan found gallstones and my weight loss surgeon said it is not good for a RNY'er to have gallstones.

So I was scheduled for surgery


White Dove posted a discussion topic 7 years, 5 months ago

THOUGHT FOR ELECTION DAY:

The question now that really vexes

Is where we're gonna place our "X"es.

Voting, folks, should not upset ya --

Be glad we're livin' where they let ya.

XO,


White Dove posted a comment 7 years, 6 months ago
Of course the surgery changed me physically. Before surgery one...

White Dove posted a discussion topic 7 years, 6 months ago

American Housewife starts tonight.  It deals with an overweight housewife living in a town of perfect women.


White Dove posted a comment 7 years, 6 months ago
When I had RNY I stayed at about 500 calories a day for the first three...

White Dove posted a discussion topic 7 years, 7 months ago

What is the latest code to get a PatchMD discount?


White Dove posted a discussion topic 7 years, 7 months ago

In January, I purchased a Garmin Index Scale.  It measures my weight, BMI, fat percentage, water weight, muscle mass, and bone mass.  Everything transfers to my phone and computer when I use the scale.

I now have nine months of data and can loo


White Dove posted a comment 7 years, 8 months ago
http://www.obesitycoverage.com/bariatric-surgery-selector-tool/...

White Dove posted a comment 7 years, 9 months ago
RNY is faster weight loss and more weight loss. You have to learn...

White Dove posted a comment 7 years, 9 months ago
The longer you have Type 2 diabetes the harder it is for surgery to put...

White Dove posted a comment 7 years, 10 months ago
I eat 1300-1400 calories a day to keep from losing more weight. If I...

White Dove posted a comment 7 years, 12 months ago
The smaller we get, the less food we need. I am always adjusting...

White Dove posted a discussion topic 8 years ago

So I never smoked, almost never touched alchohol, did not drink coffee, stayed on my diet, did great at all my medical checkups and watched the stress, salt and sugars.

I made sure I exercised and usually went to sleep by ten o'clock. So now I


White Dove posted a discussion topic 8 years, 2 months ago

About a year ago I replaced my Presto stove top pressure cooker that I had been using for at least ten years. The new one has been a real headache to use.

I have to use the edge of a knife to get the stopper lined up and let it build steam. Tha


White Dove posted a comment 8 years, 2 months ago
Great article Lora. Thanks for writing it. We are all so proud of your...

White Dove posted a discussion topic 8 years, 2 months ago

I have tried unsuccessfully with several browsers to post pictures today.  I used the Help form to report the problem.  The Help form takes me to a screen that asks who I am sending it to.


White Dove posted a discussion topic 8 years, 3 months ago

I have been seeing some new weight loss surgery patients and thought is was a good time to remind people why we should not drink for thirty minutes or more after eating.

This video gives a great vi


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White Dove posted a comment 8 years, 4 months ago
Wow you look great

White Dove posted a discussion topic 8 years, 4 months ago

I saw my doctor this morning.  Every time I eat something I have chest pain about an hour later.  He prescribed a muscle relaxer to take 30 minutes before I eat a meal or snack.  I will see if this takes care of the problem.


White Dove posted a discussion topic 8 years, 4 months ago

Last week after dinner I had terrible chest pain with pain in both arms.  It lasted about 15 minutes.  I am suspecting gallstones.  I have a doctor appointment Monday.  I have had four more similar attacks all right after eating.  Does this sound like


White Dove posted a comment 8 years, 5 months ago
Well it is an honest mistake and one you will probably never make...

White Dove posted a comment 8 years, 5 months ago
In addition to what Kathy said, get a good scale and use it daily. ...

White Dove posted a comment 8 years, 5 months ago
This will damage eyes and result in blindness
About Me
Warren, OH
Location
24.9
BMI
RNY
Surgery
10/16/2007
Surgery Date
Feb 13, 2014
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