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    ds ("sleeve") bariatric surgery

    I had the gastric sleeve 12/1/11. I felt this was the right one for me because I did not have any health concerns but I did have problems with my knees. I have to be honest with you (but it also depends on your body), the first month was rough for me. First 2 weeks you have pain on your left...
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    Running nose and sneezing

    I had gastric sleeve on 12/1/11 and I have been having sneezing and hiccuping issues. Didn't realize they were signs that I were full - interesting.
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    Sleeve

    I had the gastric sleeve 12/1/11 and yes the drain tube was in the hospital but they remove it before you leave as long it looks like its drained all excess blood from within your body. When I got home I did need help because the left side of your body will hurt more than your right side...
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    Best Vanilla & Chocolate Shakes?

    I use the GNC Total Lean alread prepared protein drinks. They provide 25 grams of protein per 14 ozs and they come in chocolate, vanilla and strawberry. The chocolate and vanilla are good the strawberry is good too but my favorite is chocolate :) I also have tried the Premier protein drinks...
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    Really Pissed off!

    I had the gastric sleeve December 1st 2011 and I was told by my doctor that they only expect you to lose between 20 and 25 lbs the first month. I lost 22 lsbs 2 weeks out and another 2 lbs by the end of the week for a total of 24 lbs in the first month. I am now at 7 weeks out and have lost 30...
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