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Hi, I was planning on the Sleeve, but my insurance company said no, but I could have R-N-Y, so I did. I would do it again in a heartbeat. i've been very lucky in that I haven't had any real issues until last month. I did have an umbilical hernia and had it repaired. What I like most about...

I am almost 15 months post surgery and still have gas issues. I've tried lots of things, so far no success. So far it hasn't caused any embarrassing moments. Frank :cool:

Hi Abbie, Wow has it really been that long. Congrats on being down 110 pounds, though I'm very sorry that it's been so rough. The important thing is that you haven't given up. What do the Doctor and the Nutritionist say about your problems? I will keep you in my prayers, that things begin to...

Hi Isales, congrats on being back at work. The fatigue will go away, remember you are still recovering from major surgery. It took me almost 8 weeks before I felt ok after a day of work. Glad to hear you resisted the temptation of soda and caffeine, those get less and less strong as you move...

Until TriCare Prime changed it's requirements, by Weight Watchers documentation was good. Because of the wording, I would suspect that it will be accepted, but call your insurance agent to be sure or check with the Dr. office, they usually have a handle on what's acceptable and what's not. Let...

Congrats on your date. Each Dr is different when it comes to the liver shrinking diet. I had 3 weeks on liquids only presurgery, but I didn't have any problems sticking to it. I kept a picture of my grandson with me, so if I felt like I was going to fail, I would look at him and remember why...

Hi Sherrie, don't worry too much about the change in weight loss, it happens all the time. Question, did you start going to the gym or increase your exercising? I hit a stall at the six week mark, just after I started at the gym. I was going four days a week and doing well. For six weeks I...

That's what I like to hear. I stumbled, but I got up, dusted myself off and am back on track. The only time you are a failure is when you give up and go back to the destructive behavior that got you to the point where WLS was your best option. Keep up the great work. Check in and let us know...

Pinky, Most of the recommendations you are getting, particularly about the carbs are from experience. The experience that others have gone through will help you avoid the pitfalls that have caused others to fail at this WLS journey long term. Having goodies because the hair is going to fall...

Hi cmintah, welcome to the board. Sorry that you are having problems. Most of the issues you've described are temporary and will go away. I promise you it will get better. Right now focus on getting your protein and water in. I would look at eating mostly soft foods that you can add...

Welcome Michele, your paranoia is normal. It does get easier as you go along. With the tool you've been given, you can and will succeed, as long as you stick to the plan. You're off to a very good start. I would suggest weighing once a week or every other week, and measure yourself at the...

Outstanding. You are so right, I've felt many of the same things as you did. I watched the videos, they are very good. Frank :cool:

Hi Pinky, hair loss is normal and the best treatment is Biotin. Check with your Dr. office to find out how much you should take. I started taking 2500 mg at three months when my hair started to fall out and took it for two months. My hair stopped falling out and has been fine since. I highly...

Linney, it is great to see you back here. You have been my inspiration since I started this journey. Thank you for being an inspiration. I am completely impressed by the video, I could see the change, not only in the weight loss, but in your attitude. Here is a picture of me before surgery...

Dumplin, congrats and welcome to the board. The next months will go by very quickly and your surgery date will be here before you know it. Spend your time asking all kinds of questions, reading and absorbing as much as possible. Also, begin to look at changing your habits, because after...

Thank you Stinkerbelle, just giving back what others on here gave me. SpaGuy, that is how I felt, couldn't walk across the building where I work without huffing and puffing. My grandson used to say I waddled like a penguin when I walked, now he calls me Skinny Grandpa. As you start walking...

Ralph, that last bit of advice is so important. A local support group is really helpful, it allows you to meet others face to face on this journey. Now when I have a problem, I can talk to them as well as post. That local support is so important. Frank :cool:

Karenina, that is the truth. :) Frank :cool:

I wore regular pants as soon as they let me, which was the day I left the hospital. Frank :cool:

Hey Spa Guy, congrats on the upcoming surgery. I'm glad to hear your having second thoughts and some doubt, if you didn't I'd be worried. This is a monumental step you are taking, but one well worth it. I had RNY on Oct 17 2012 and I'm now down to 201, down 191 from my all time high and 186...