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Hi, I wondered if anyone has experienced feeling like they weren’t
absorbing enough nutrients from their foods? I use to live in LA,
California and had a lot more information on this. I am not sure
what to take. I’m 15 mo. post-op and have lost over 156lbs. I have
tried protein powder - Atkins. It was ok. But I’m feeling like I
can’t continue to eat a lot of meat, and yet I don’t feel well if I
don’t. I am wondering if anyone has been into nutrition from a
spiritual holistic point of view that understands how someone who has
had Open RNY gastric bypass can get the highest nutrient absorbtion?
I take the flintstones vitamins my Dr. recommended I continue.
Anyway, if anyone has suggestions I’d appreciate your assistance. I
haven’t posted in a long time. Thank you!
suntara1

Hiya, everyone!
I just had an open RNY on May 17, and I’m already down 13 pounds.
(Hooray for me!) But I find that I’m very, very hungry. I’m sipping
on water constantly, and I’m on soft, bland foods. But I’m hungry!!
Anyone else felt this?

Hi everyone. I was wondering if any women who have PCOS (Polycystic
Ovarian Syndrome) have experienced a slow weight loss after surgery.
Also, have the symptoms of PCOS improved for anyone after surgery.
- Danielle
Open RNY
April 19, 2002
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Hi All,
I’m very new to this !!!!! I have had my first consultationb with my
dr. and I have decided I want to pursue this “adventure” I really am
in need of some serious step by step what to expect assistance.
Thanks so much for being there for me!!
Linda

Hi, everyone. I am not really new to this group though about two years ago I
have a VBG done—it didn’t work (I was in the group then). I could go over
all the reasons why I believe it didn’t work—me, meds and anything else you
can figure on but no one knows for sure. I thought I was doing a good job.
I lost 60lbs at first and then boom, boom, boom I had it all back on me. The
weird part is I can’t eat like I did before that surgery—I can’t eat pizza
or meat or a whole slew of odd things. I don’t pig out on junk food. I
don’t do alot of snacking either. So if you can figure it out let ME know
ok? My surgeon can’t figure it out.
So here I am again. I was/am still so ashamed of the failure. BUT I want to
do it again only this time I am having the RNY done. I guess I should say I
MIGHT have the RNY done. I am still jumping through the hoops trying to get
all the things ready to send into the insurance company. I was informed
today that they might give me a hassle. Still I just right inbetween getting
approval and getting a surgery date. I am chomping at the bit. I would like
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I am almost 2 months post op (rny) and I am wondering if anyone has heard of
a support group near Des Plaines, IL- Northwest suburb of Chicago.
Penny-

Hi everyone my name is Susan and have just started looking into
Gastric Bypass surgery. I have spent the last few weeks online
reading others stories. I read one and say this is for me then I read
another and wonder do I want to do this to my body. I am 5′6″ and
weigh 260. That is not as bad as some of the stories I have read but
I have other health problems. Also my mother died at the age of 57
and it was linked to her weight, my father died also at the age of 65
of a heart attack. I am 36 I want to be around to see my childern
grow up and play with my grandchildern. My husband is very supportive
he loves me the way I am but I can tell he is scared for me every
time I go to the doctor he gives me 20 questions he wants me to be
around for a long time. He will be behind me 100% if I do this or if
I dont.
Thanks Susan in Oklahoma

Generally how long is it before you feel like travelling after surgery? I have
a cruise scheduled and paid for on Jan 5, 2003. If I can get the surgery by the
end of October - is 2 months healing time enough where at least you would not be
miserable? I know I’d not be doing much - but laying around - but I will be
driving to FL from OH and just curious how soon after the surgery did people
feel like getting out for a major vacation like this.
Thanks!
~ ~ Kim ~ ~
Those who say they will forgive but can’t forget, simply bury the hatchet but
leave the handle out for immediate use.

Hi Cathy,
What you’re facing is a dilemma I’m anticipating. I have not had the surgery
yet, but I keep wondering if this will be only a temporary fix for me if I go
through with the surgery.
The one thing I keep seeing constantly is this: gastric bypass is only a tool.
Only you can make it work.
I’m considering going to counseling to deal with my food issues. If I can’t
control myself now, I don’t know how this surgery will change that on a
permanent basis. Maybe this would help you as well. Good luck.
Lulu