Nose running? Hiccups? Wow, I didn't know there could even be a correlation between surgery and either of those. I had Roux-N-Y 4 years ago. I occasionally get hot after eating something spicy, but no nose running or hiccups. I'm curious to know why those would happen. Histamine response...
Just Finished: The Long Walk, by Stephen King
Listening to: The Accident, by Linwood Barclay
Reading: Yonder Stands Your Orphan, by Barry Hannah
Writing: a short story :)
Don't get discouraged. Your body has basically 'gotten used to' your routine. Switch it up. Don't change too much. Start subtle and check the results.
Outdoor exercise is harder now, I agree. Try some indoor things to keep you active. Get some hand weights
Check the food journal...
I'm sorry that you've had such a bad experience. It's a shame that your insurance no longer covers WLS. Can't they see the financial benefits of having healthier customers? That angers me.
I considered the band when I decided to make a change, but the real possibilities of complications are...
You're in this forum for a reason. 1) You're in the consideration phase, and thinking about WLS. 2) You're pre-op, and looking for support and additional knowledge from people that have been through what you're about to go through. 3) You're post-op and want to share/hear information from...
I'm Daniel, from Nashville. As of today, I am 4 years into my journey and still on a steady course :) Congratulations to us all for having the courage.