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I never had a problem with getting enough protein and I took 15000 mg Biotin every day once I could swallow pills, about 1 month post op. At about the 4th month I started to loose my hair too and did so until the sixth month. Then suddenly not as much hair in the brush or down the drain. The...

NorCalGirl56, These are very good questions. First with the liquid diet you should monitor your BS often and keep Glucose or OJ etc close at hand in case you need it. You may need to adjust your insulin, your doctor should help you on this subject. From what I understand your neuropathy should...

Hi Rebeccajcs, By my calendar you had surgery just 25 days ago. You're still healing so you should feel tired. This is normal. When you go back to work make sure you are getting a minimum of 60 grams protein and your 64 oz of water. Both will help give you energy. You are walking a lot, I...

Amber H could you be lactose intolerant ? If I were you, I'd try different protein drinks to see if that helped. Also are you recording your calorie intake and most importantly your fluid and protein consumption which should be at least 60 ounces and grams relatively. Since you are eating foods...

You also have us, your Bariatric Family too.

Booly, I'm sorry the Doctors don't have an answer for you yet, I'm sure this is frustrating and scary. Are you able to walk without fainting or getting dizzy? Do they think it is weight related? Gosh I hope you find out soon why your blood pressure is dropping. I'm guessing you are monitoring...

I'm so very sorry for your loss. I hope you are getting a grip on your grief and responsibilities and are able to start moving forward again in your quest to become healthy. I would recommend you call the Bariatric department and speak to the Nurse Practitioner or Physicians Assistant and the...

Take StinkerBelles advice and follow Ralph's program. Nausea and hunger feel a lot alike. Call your doctor now. Heck you are two years post op now...are you still with us?

We were told by our surgeon to ask our Primary Care Physician to prescribe either crushable medicine or liquid form for use after out surgery. We took our meds in this form for two months post surgery. UC Davis treats both sleeve and bypass patients the same for the first two months, after that...

I agree with Dancibr, but I just don't see that Starlightjenna is advertising anything, or if she is,frankly she's not doing a very good job of it since she regained as is typical, like Ralph said with just about all diets. She says she is currently using the protien products formerly offered on...

I knew we were soul sisters. You could just about replace my name with yours on that last post. I'm 62 but what the heck, if I fall I fall. I just broke my rib playing Army with my grand kids and dog. I will probably get a rescue too. Once I reach Onederland I will volunteer at a horse rescue...

Fantastic! I had my 6 month check up today. All my labs were great so that's a relief. My weight loss is 62.4oz since surgery. So that's ok. They were so busy that I wasn't able to see my Nut so she'll call me next week. I'll be able to spend more time with her and find out where I can make...

Tillie, you know you're my surgery buddy and I got your back. Please listen to your PA and Deb, they are not trying to blame it on your head so don't let that idea get into your head and bother you, it's not productive. You have been through so much these past six or seven months, that you...

Debrah, congratulations on your surgery and your partner's surgery. Being a nurse I know you know the importance of having follow up exams. Did you arrange with a Bariatric doctor before having surgery in Mexico? Have you gone in for post op surgery and labs yet? I hope this isn't too personal...

LOL. I know what you mean, I do the same thing. Like I'm trying too hard.

WOW,! You look great and I'm sure you feel great too. I wish I was where you are. You had your surgery one week after me and I've only lost 60 pounds. I've hit a plateau and that's disappointing. Could you please share what your typical menu is and exercise program? I meet with my surgeon on...

I would do whatever feels right for you. In other words, if preparing more than one ounce is more convenient and possible to save for later, then do that. If not prepare the one ounce or minimum size and eat that. Eat slowly. I found it worked best for me to eat standing and walking around while...

Good luck and congratulations. I'm so happy and excited for you. Keep us posted and take care. Good luck and best wishes, Kt

Cheyenne, it looks like you're coming up to your first annaversery in a few weeks and what a year it's been. You are amazing. You have accomplished so much in this past year that it just makes my head spin. You should be proud and happy with your success. Thanks for all the advice and...

Don't worry just start up again with the liquid diet and you'll be fine. My surgeon didn't require the two week liquid diet. I don't know why, I didn't ask and I'm glad I didn't have to go through that diet. I had to go all liquid 3 days before the surgery and that was bad enough. My surgery...