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CarolineAnnMartin 20 years, 4 months ago
Hi George :wave: Good to see you in the PA message board! Did your surgeon actually examine you to rule out a hernia? I ask because gas pains alone can cause incredible pain. For my first year postop, I had the opposite problem. I had a LOT of gas build up but experienced major constipation. Once I reached goal and I started adding in higher carb foods, the constipation went away though the gas got worse. Fortunately there's not much odor thank goodness... I know it's easier said than done, but try not to worry about the possibility of a hernia until you know for sure you have one. Even then, know that MANY people have or develop hernias following WLS and have surgery (or not) and do fine. I totally understand though about the fear that goes through one's mind... Even at almost 3 years postop, I still feel as though things have gone too well for me since my WLS. I keep expecting a shoe to drop... This Friday, I go in for surgery to have 2 of 3 VERY palpable and enlarged lymph nodes biopsied. It's not a big surgery (about 1 hour) and I'll go home the same day, but even so, I am pretty scared. I was this way with each of my reconstructive surgeries as well - just waiting for that shoe I suppose... I'll be keeping you in my thoughts and let us all know what your dr says! As for your weight loss, TERRIFIC!!!!!!!!!!!! Way to go! :cool: Any word on a date for your support group's meeting? I'm still open to presenting! Beginning Feb 9th, I'll be taking part in a karaoke competition on Thursday nights, and I could come out your way either any Thursday before then (except this Thursday) or any other night (or day). Feel free to send me an email :) Sending lots of hugs and smiles yours and Barb's way! Caroline, Lap RNY 5/2/03, -225 lbs @ goal, http://abutterflyemerges.com
CarolineAnnMartin 20 years, 4 months ago
Hi George :wave: Good to see you in the PA message board! Did your surgeon actually examine you to rule out a hernia? I ask because gas pains alone can cause incredible pain. For my first year postop, I had the opposite problem. I had a LOT of gas build up but experienced major constipation. Once I reached goal and I started adding in higher carb foods, the constipation went away though the gas got worse. Fortunately there's not much odor thank goodness... I know it's easier said than done, but try not to worry about the possibility of a hernia until you know for sure you have one. Even then, know that MANY people have or develop hernias following WLS and have surgery (or not) and do fine. I totally understand though about the fear that goes through one's mind... Even at almost 3 years postop, I still feel as though things have gone too well for me since my WLS. I keep expecting a shoe to drop... This Friday, I go in for surgery to have 2 of 3 VERY palpable and enlarged lymph nodes biopsied. It's not a big surgery (about 1 hour) and I'll go home the same day, but even so, I am pretty scared. I was this way with each of my reconstructive surgeries as well - just waiting for that shoe I suppose... I'll be keeping you in my thoughts and let us all know what your dr says! As for your weight loss, TERRIFIC!!!!!!!!!!!! Way to go! :cool: Any word on a date for your support group's meeting? I'm still open to presenting! Beginning Feb 9th, I'll be taking part in a karaoke competition on Thursday nights, and I could come out your way either any Thursday before then (except this Thursday) or any other night (or day). Feel free to send me an email :) Sending lots of hugs and smiles yours and Barb's way! Caroline, Lap RNY 5/2/03, -225 lbs @ goal, http://abutterflyemerges.com
ANewLife805 20 years, 12 months ago
Good luck with everything!!!
ANewLife805 20 years, 12 months ago
Hey guys!!! Chris and I have been thinking about you the past couple of weeks! (we are the pre-op couple at the gettysburg support group)! Anyway, I'm so glad to hear Barb has gotten through it, and we hope that you'll be able to post something soon on George! You guys take care of yourselves... we are thinking about you, and look forward to seeing you on the losing side! Take care! Shawna & Chris
ANewLife805 20 years, 12 months ago
Hey guys!!! Chris and I have been thinking about you the past couple of weeks! (we are the pre-op couple at the gettysburg support group)! Anyway, I'm so glad to hear Barb has gotten through it, and we hope that you'll be able to post something soon on George! You guys take care of yourselves... we are thinking about you, and look forward to seeing you on the losing side! Take care! Shawna & Chris
jenniferw 21 years ago
George, just wanted you to know that I'm thinking of you this morning as you become a loser. Hope Barb is on the road to mending and you're now an official "loser"! Congrats. Jennifer (RNY LAP 12/17/04)
jenniferw 21 years ago
George, just wanted you to know that I'm thinking of you this morning as you become a loser. Hope Barb is on the road to mending and you're now an official "loser"! Congrats. Jennifer (RNY LAP 12/17/04)
LivinLifeOnTheEdge 21 years ago
Hi, just wanted to wish you luck with your surgery. Prayers are with you. Annie
special kay 21 years ago
Good thoughts and prayers are sent your way for your upcoming surgery. I will pray that you have a successful surgery and speedy recovery!