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pam k. S. 20 years, 10 months ago

Denice, Congratulations on the 100 lb.loss. Welcome to the Centruy Club. You are doing great! Keep up the good job. I live in Columbus also. I went thru OSU. Tried BTC but insurance didn't work. Hugs!

Karen N. 20 years, 10 months ago

CONGRATULATIONS! Welcome to the Century Club! I wish you continued success as you work toward your goal.

MommaAngel 20 years, 10 months ago

HI DENICE Can I say (((((((WOW)))))) That is a awesome weight loss. You should be very proud of yourself. Keep up great job your doing.LORD BLESS

Suzy C. 20 years, 10 months ago

Hi Denice -- Congrats on running your first mile! What a great accomplishment. I also started running after WLS, and couldn't believe I could run any distance at all at my age (44). It's been great fun. Like you, I also find that nothing crushes depression for me like exercise. I really miss it when I can't do it. I wish you continued success with your WLS, and with your running/exercise program. Enjoy!

denicel 21 years, 3 months ago

Well, I had my surgery on Thurs 1-16-03. It was harder than I expected. I had severe and very painful muscle spasms Thursday after waking up. I had 2 other complications that caused problems for me. One being that there was just no good place for them to put an I.V. The I.V.s kept busting through my veins and filling the surrounding tissue with fluid causing painful swelling (feeling like my skin would burst open). Both of my hands and wrists are dotted with holes and are still somewhat swollen. The other problem was more major. My swelling would not go down enought to let ANYTHING through the stoma of my new pouch. This caused me to have to take the barium test three times this also meant three days worth of agonizing vomiting. Any blood from surgery, the barium from the tests, sinus drainage, or even accumilation of saliva would eventually cause me to vomit. Which is not fun with a huge incision in your belly. I am fortunate that I didn't have any leaks because I have heard that is even worse. Finally, on Sunday the test showed that stuff had began to trickle and after that I began to recover more quickly. Just being off the I.V. and getting to drink some liquids made a huge difference in how I felt. I am not regretting my decision. I know a few months from now when I am off blood pressure meds, buying smaller clothes, and able to have more physical freedom I will be very thankful I have had this procedure. But for right now I pretty much feel like cr*p.

Carole L. 21 years, 3 months ago

Good luck with your surgery. I will keep you in my thoughts & prayers. You will soon be on the other side, and keep smiling. Carole

Tammy K. 21 years, 3 months ago

Good luck with your upcoming surgery and God bless for an uneventful recovery!! We are all pulling for you!!

Melissa S. 21 years, 3 months ago

My prayers will be with you as you go through the surgery and recovery. May your strength be restored; your recovery be swift and your tender heart be renewed.

Dorothy G. 21 years, 3 months ago

only a few more days to your new life. I know its scary, but remember you have alot of support here on this site. I will be right behind you, I go in on the 20th. I wish you a speedy recovery, and hope you loose all the weight you want gone. Good Luck and God Bless

Sharon Neva 21 years, 4 months ago

DENICE~~I WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU ON YOUR BIG DAY~~ May you always have an Angel by your side......Someone there to catch you if you fall, Encouraging your dreams... Inspiring your happiness... holding your hand and helping your through it all