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Hi there Bamababy- I am doing good, down 40 lbs and only one insulin shot a day instead of 3, off all other meds. So things are definitely going in the right direction. No I have not dumped, what did you get sick from eating?? Are you still taking protein drinks or do you mean protein foods...

cmount 72 I have not experienced "dumping" and I too was so cautious of what I ate because I heard and read how absolutely horrible it is. Then I tried a sugar cookie and it went down and stayed down. I have myself on track again and doing very well. I guess when you fall you get back up...

fkrebs- I totally agree with you and I have got back on track with NO sugar, I had to tell myself that just because something went down easily and didn't make me sick DID NOT mean I could have it!!! I really am doing well and don't want to blow what I have accomplished, mainly good health...

Happy New Year Everyone....I have been Walking 1 to 2 miles a day in my home with Leslie Sansone Walk Away the Pounds and I love it!!! I have always enjoyed walking but I cannot handle cold/rainy/snowy weather, I know some that weather does not stop them but I am a wimp..LOL. I highly...

Happy New Year to all!!! Wanted to get opinions on being nervous about food, I am 7 weeks out and I believe that my total weight loss is 40 lbs since pre surgery. I really have not had to much trouble eating anything except for chicken, which causes horrible pain. Granted everything I eat is in...

Good for you CarolF5!!! Its amazing how your body responds. I hope you are feeling well, be blessed. Time 4 me

Rhonda and Eggnuts- I hope you all are feeling better!!! I can tell you I was released the next day after my surgery and did have quite a bit of pain in the middle of my chest....it DOES get better!! You need to concentrate on sipping, walking and resting, I cannot stress these 3 things enough...

Angie--thanks so much for the inspiration!! I too am truly enjoying moving, it is amazing that I can exercise without huffing, puffing and feeling like I'm gonna pass out. I have found a wonderful series of "walking" dvds by Leslie Sansone and they are perfect for this time of year when the...

Good morning Sunshine--It's 8:47 am and I am praying for you!! Stay positive and remember all your rules-sip, sip, sip/walk, walk, walk/and rest, rest, rest!!! Take care and God bless, keep us posted.:) Time 4 me

Hi everyone--I am 4 weeks post op and I am still having trouble with pain with drinking. I agree that warm beverages are better and more soothing (in love with peppermint tea). The pain I have is right in the middle of my chest and I would describe it as a stabbing pain, very uncomfortable...

Thanks Bamababy--How are you?? I hope everything is on track now. Take care :D Terri

It's awesome!!! My next milestone is getting below 200 lbs, which will hopefully be this week. I am 2 lbs away but so excited to get there, good for you Angel I see you made it there!!!:D

Welcome Snazzle- I had my surgery November 13th and I am insulin dependent with an A1C of 10.8/avg daily blood sugar 250-340, 3 injections of Novolog 30 units each and 2000 mg of Metformin daily. Since my surgery I have lost 31 lbs, Metformin is no longer prescribed and I am down to one 10-20...

Carol--So excited for you, what a wonderful Christmas present to give yourself!! Sounds like you are totally prepared, I'm sure you will do fine. Take care/God Bless and keep us posted. Time 4 me

Mergatroid-Boy oh boy do I know about itching, although I was having allergic reaction, my surgeon gave me permission to use benedryl cream in with my body lotion. Make sure you are moisturizing well with something good like Lubriderm or Nivea and a saving grace for me was Aveeno oatmeal bath...

Hi there Qaterra--What an ordeal it turned out to be, while I was hospitalized (post surgery) for the pneumonia I was treated with Avelox for 5 days because I am allergic to Penicillin and it has now been discovered that I am allergic to Avelox. Then they gave me Predisone to counter act the...

Sandie, Joy and Mergatroid-- I am so glad to hear you are all doing well!! It seems we have all had some complications along the way but thank God it looks like we are all on our way to healing healthy. I totally agree with Mergatroid be very careful not to "Zap" yourself, the minute I felt...

ninaxxxjean- I began my journey in March and once all the testing was done, everything was submitted to insurance. After 2 surgery dates that did not stick due to insurance wanting more paperwork I was approved on the third date which took over 90 days. Believe me it sounds like a long time...

Hi there...no need to worry I did not "poop" for about 10 days after surgery and I think it is many due to liquids only, nothing can form. I am 3 weeks out eating a pretty normal diet and I am going regularly now. If you are passing gas then things are moving in the right direction!! Take...

Congratulations!!! Remember to rest and drink your fluids-it is difficult to get them in but extremely important!!! DO NOT push yourself allow your body to heal, you will do great. I am 4 weeks out and that was my biggest mistake not allowing my body to rest and recoup. Take good care and keep...