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Bruised Ribs and Having Anemia!
I recently had gastric bypass done a yr ago and Ive lost 120 lbs. .... I don't know anything related to gastric bypass as the only time I have weighed over ...
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- I've been anemic most of my life. In my case, I have too much iron (almost to the point of toxic)...it is an absorbancy issue and I am on liquid B-12. At times, ...
- If you are anemic (iron deficient) - you can also be B12 deficient, which is called pernicous anemia. You will need to take supplemental iron. Given your surgery, like...
- A bruised rib just literally means one of your ribs is bruised. It'll hurt while it's bruised but will heal in time. Lortab and Motrin are normal prescriptions for t...
Lap Band Surgery
Hi, Well, i've been in the process of having a gastric bypass done. Still having some insurance issues. Might have to self pay, but that is my choice. ...
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- Hi D., My cousin actually had this done, and had the story broadcast on the local news. He is losing a ton of weight, and is feeling great. He had to go through a b...
- My son has a physical soon,and i am going to ask his primary about a referral to a doctor that does that,my son as a child has gain weight,he's 6"1 and almost 300 poun...
- D., Hi, Well, i've been in the process of having a gastric bypass done. Still having some insurance issues. Might have to self pay, but that is my choice. I have done...
Has Anyone Had the Lapband?
Hi I am L. I just had the gastric bypass surgery on Jan 23,2008 I am in a Size 26-28 top and 22 pants at 255 The doctor told me that with my high ...
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- Yes, I had it in August of 06 and am soooooo happy. I was right at the obese mark and since I was a cash pay, they gave me the OK to get it done. I am 5ft and weighe...
- A friend of a friend had it done 6 weeks ago and has lost 45 lbs and says she feels great. I don't know if she really feels great, but she has not gotten sick from it.
- Yes, i have. I had it placed in Monterrey and loved it. I lost 70 lbs within the first year. I then got pregnant.I had tried to get pregnant for the past 4 yrs and fig...
Curves
BUT one of the people who they featured at my local club had lost her weight through gastric bypass. When I questioned the staff about the pic they told me ...
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- I used to work at Curves. I really recommend it there, because it's a supportive atmosphere, plus you can work out in just half an hour! In my area, Curves is cheape...
- I had joined Curves several years ago and loved it. It was a quick workout. I liked the variety of machines - helped keep me interested and targeted different body p...
- I joined curves and never lost a pound it really built my muscles up but never lost. I joined the YMCA and went swimming and walking and lost 40 lbs. So i like the y ...
Losing Weight
I will be having gastric-bypass surgery in June but I wanted to try to lose .... I had a gastric by-pass in Nov. of 06. Best thing I ever did for myself. ...
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- F., I have just lost 47 pounds since the beginning of this year using a wonderful, free website called sparkpeople.com. Becoming more active certainly does help (I joi...
- you might have hit a plateu. if you can add weight training to your routine, it has helped me, and i like the slim fast shakes too, i have lost all my baby weight and ...
- Sorry, no help here onlosing weight! But I am curious what kind of surgery and where. My husband is considering a vertical sleeve operation.
Any Relief for Morning Sickness?
Plus I had Gastric Bypass Surgery so I was in double trouble becuase I cannot eat much as it is! The dr gave me zofran to help curb the throwing up and ...
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- Hi M.- I had horrible morning (afternoon, evening and during the night) sickness as well with my first pregnancy from the minute I found out I was pregnant until I ...
- M., I feel your pain. I was soooo sick with my 2nd son. It was awful. I too lost weight during my 1st trimester. There is nothing worse than feeling like crap all...
- Congrads on your pregnancy! I also agree with everyone, esp about Lemonheads, small, frequent bland meals every 1-2 hrs. Eat as soon as u get up in the morning. To ...
Lap Band
I had the gastric bypass. i considered lapband, but considering the fact you have to ... I'm very pleased with the gastric bypass. It too is something that ...
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- Hi D., My advice to you is to lose weight the "old fashion way" since improvement modifications like losing weight HAS to be ingrained in your everyday life or else...
- Dauraice, I had mine done nearly 6 years ago. What kind of information are you looking for? I have lost a total of 80lbs it took me nearly a year once I was dedicate...
- D., I had the gastric bypass. i considered lapband, but considering the fact you have to keep regular appointments & go in the office & have the band filled with sali...
Thinking About Weight Loss Surgury
Read all 7 responses: "I am thinking about having gastric bypass surgury. has anyone done it? have any advise? any recommended dr's in the euless area?
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- C.: Please do not think I am being critical, but unless you are morbidly obese and unless your life is threatened if you don't lose weight immediately I would sugge...
- I personally have not done it but my mother has, and I took care of her afterwards. She had the gastric bypass (spelling?) and has had a LOT of success with it. She ...
- It seems that lap band is more popular these days. I don't know the difference but it is worth investigating. I say go for it. You only live once. If you aren't ha...
Anyone Had Experience with LAPBAND Surgery?
I did not have the lap band but I did have gastric bypass in 1991. ... I highly recommend the gastric bypass. They can do it laproscopic now days. ...
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- D., I have not had the surgery, however, I have been over-weight all my life too. If I was you, I would really consider waiting until your youngest is a few months o...
- Before doing something this radical might I suggest you check out Tru Chocolate? Call 1-###-###-#### and press 1. Then contact me at ____@____.com if you want to learn...
- D., You will be giving you and your family the greatest gift if you do this for yourself. I did not have the lap band but I did have gastric bypass in 1991. It chang...
Doctor Saying Was Treated at Appointment for Something Wasn't Treated For
Also, if you do not wish to have to pay the administrative fees Dr.'s offices usually charge for medical record copies, just send him the letter and bypass ...
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- You can request your files from the doctor and see what they say and you can also file a complaint with the state for the demeaning phone conversation and also about l...
- Shari, I would definitely report him. Here's a review I found online from someone... http://www.insiderpages.com/b/15239999738 Here's a link to complain to the Texas ...
- Hi Shari, I don't know this doctor but I would recommend you write to the BBB and complain about him. Perhaps you shold also contact the AMerican Medical association...
