Cheryl Damon
Royal Freakness
Surgery Date: 4/18/11
Surgery Type: Sleeve Gastrectomy
From:: Caddo Mills, TX
Posts: 265
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Hi all! My surgery on Monday went well, or so I was told, I don't even remember being wheeled into the OR. As usual, I was the "problem" patient. After getting to my room, I had a lot of pain control issues, mostly because no one would believe that morphine has the same effect as sugar water on me. Once we got over that and I had a hefty dose of dilaudid, I was ready to walk, drink some fluids, and LEAVE!  It's sooooo much better being at home. The past 2 days I have been able to get my 60 gms of protein down, but the fluids (minimum of 60 oz.) is a much bigger challenge. I was glad to read other people's posts about that same problem--it's always nice to know it's not just me. Hope all of you are freakin' on! |
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baka
Mr. Wizard of Protein
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 07-27-09
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: Surf City, CA
Posts: 4926
Tuo Ku Zi, Fang Pi
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« Reply #1 on: April 22, 2011, 04:36:40 PM » |
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Welcome to the BTV Freaky Losers bench!
Ian
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2bthinagain
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 03-18-11
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: Redondo Beach, CA
Posts: 511
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« Reply #2 on: April 22, 2011, 06:14:56 PM » |
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Happy to hear that all went well with your surgery.
Vickie
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Jabba2Halle
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 3/3/11
Surgery Type: VSG
From:: So. California
Posts: 760
Jabba no more.
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« Reply #3 on: April 22, 2011, 07:30:39 PM » |
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Welcome home. Let the healing begin.  |
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"We may encounter many defeats but we must not be defeated." MAngelou "It's not a miracle cure. It's up to you to lose the weight." Henry,My 600lb Life
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« Reply #4 on: April 23, 2011, 02:55:18 PM » |
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Gratz on becoming a freak! Welcome aboard.
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rokjen
Royal Freakness
Surgery Date: 19 July 2010
Surgery Type: VSG
From:: Seoul, S Korea
Posts: 397
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« Reply #5 on: April 23, 2011, 03:12:24 PM » |
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Glad you are home! I can't believe you are getting all of your protein in already! Way to go!
Jen
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kristi-bisti
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: Nov 18, 2009
Surgery Type: Lap RNY
From:: Calgary Alberta (Dr. Christou/Montreal)
Posts: 917
Feeling Great!
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« Reply #6 on: April 23, 2011, 06:56:57 PM » |
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You have officially entered a wild place called Freakdom. Buckle up!
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T2Nashville
Queen of the Kitchen Freak
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: October 13, 2008
Surgery Type: VSG
Posts: 4740
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« Reply #7 on: April 25, 2011, 08:30:26 AM » |
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Welcome to the losers' bench, Cheryl. I'm totally amazed that you're able to get all that down - didn't happen for me until at least 3 months out. Great job!
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"The body vs. the mind - now THAT'S a fight!" Hetty from NCIS: Los Angeles
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Cheryl Damon
Royal Freakness
Surgery Date: 4/18/11
Surgery Type: Sleeve Gastrectomy
From:: Caddo Mills, TX
Posts: 265
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« Reply #8 on: April 25, 2011, 04:06:13 PM » |
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Hi T2 (and everyone else): I have been using an egg protein powder that I found at GNC. When I mix it with 6oz milk and a couple ice cubes, there are 30 gms of protein in an 8oz drink. I have to add some sweetener and a little vanilla to mask the taste of the protein, but it sits easy on my stomach (a much appreciated plus since the whey protein doesn't always). Hope that info helps someone who is having trouble getting their protein in!
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auntb
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 8-25-09
Surgery Type: rny
From:: southeast michigan
Posts: 2170
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« Reply #9 on: April 26, 2011, 12:58:28 AM » |
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Wow you seem to be doing great. Glad you found your way here.
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If of the many truths you choose but one and follow it blindly it will become a falsehood and you a fanatic.
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Indykitty
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 12/15/2008
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: Indianapolis, IN
Posts: 4783
I'm going to be a diamond, some day...
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« Reply #10 on: April 26, 2011, 07:16:10 AM » |
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Congratulations Cheryl! Glad you got past the pain part. Happy healing to you! |
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T2Nashville
Queen of the Kitchen Freak
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: October 13, 2008
Surgery Type: VSG
Posts: 4740
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« Reply #11 on: April 26, 2011, 12:25:54 PM » |
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Cheryl - that sounds great! It's so important to find a protein drink that you really love. Even at almost 3 years out, I still do protein shakes - not only do I love mine, but they help supplement and get me back on track. Great job! So proud of you!
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"The body vs. the mind - now THAT'S a fight!" Hetty from NCIS: Los Angeles
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LowCHO
Royal Freakness
Surgery Date: 11/02/10
Surgery Type: VSG
From:: West Coast, USA
Posts: 451
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« Reply #12 on: April 30, 2011, 05:58:55 AM » |
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Great Job ~ Best Wishes |
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kristopia
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: July 21, 2009, Dr. Armando Joya
Surgery Type: VSG
Posts: 2805
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« Reply #13 on: May 01, 2011, 07:40:50 PM » |
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Congratulations and welcome to the loser's bench!
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Superfreaky
Royal Freakness
Surgery Date: December 22, 2010
Surgery Type: Gastric bypass
From:: Tennessee
Posts: 450
Victory comes one day at time!!
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« Reply #14 on: June 22, 2011, 04:42:43 PM » |
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amazing job with the protein!
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saucywench
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 1/21/11
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: BFE, OR
Posts: 863
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« Reply #15 on: June 22, 2011, 06:55:54 PM » |
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 Wow your doin great that's so good to hear. Sounds like freakin is workin for you. Awesome!! Please keep us posted! -Mel
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VSGmeg
Fresh Freak
Surgery Date: 4/12/11
Surgery Type: VSG
From:: Orange County, CA
Posts: 24
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« Reply #16 on: June 23, 2011, 03:29:19 PM » |
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Welcome back! The dilaudid after surgery was like heaven, glad they finally got you the fix!
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VSG
Surgery Date: April 12, 2011
Highest Weight: 252.8
DOS (4/12/11): 247.2
Current Weight: 210.0
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ttowe
BTV Hostess and Future star of Chihuahua Hoarders / Licked to Death by cuteness
Administrator
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: July 4, 2004
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: Santee, CA
Posts: 4604
BTV Bling
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« Reply #17 on: June 24, 2011, 06:09:15 AM » |
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Congrats!!! and keep up the good work.
toni
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Hello.. My name is Toni.. And I am a chihuahua addict.
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