St. Luke's Hospital Bariatric Support Forum http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/ This is an XML content feed of; St. Luke's Hospital Bariatric Support Forum : Last 10 Posts Sat, 04 Feb 2012 18:40:28 +0000 Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:51:07 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.54 30 mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/RSS_topic_feed.asp St. Luke's Hospital Bariatric Support Forum http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/http://www.mystlukesonline.org/imgs/logos/bariatrics_forum.gif http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/ Late Post-Surgical Discussion Forum GASTRIC BYPASS : Cosmetic Surgery http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/forum_posts.asp?TID=7193&PID=55156#55156 Author: filmgirl
Subject: Cosmetic Surgery
Posted: 04 Feb 2012 at 5:51pm

Once I reach my goal weight, I'm fully planning to do cosmetic surgery.  I did this to be healthy, but also to look good, and I am grossed out and frustrated by the way my body looks now.  I, too, can hear my skin flapping when I run/train, and forget about it when I'm lifting weights!  Disgusting! 

I'm currently making a wish list of surgeries: 
1.  arms,
2.  thighs,
3.  stomach/torso skin removal/contouring,
4.  breast lift (went from a 44D to 36D, so no real need for augmentation), and
5.  butt lift. 
 
I'll be anxious to hear how your appointment goes!!  Good luck!
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Subject: First Anniversary
Posted: 04 Feb 2012 at 5:43pm

Congratulations, and kudos to you on your amazing success!  Happy 1 year anniversary!  Here's to many more years of good health and happiness.]]> Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:43:21 +0000 http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/forum_posts.asp?TID=7289&PID=55155#55155 Immediate Post-Surgical Discussion Forum GASTRIC BYPASS : MY HAIR!!!!! http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/forum_posts.asp?TID=7275&PID=55154#55154 Author: filmgirl
Subject: MY HAIR!!!!!
Posted: 04 Feb 2012 at 4:18pm

I was going insane when my hair started to get really thin.  I had thin hair, but a lot of it before the surgery.  I'm about 8.5 months out, and it's now starting to slow down.  Amen to that!  I did end up going to a short pixie cut for the interim, but am now growing it back out because the hair loss seems to have slowed.
 
Just keep on getting your protein and taking your biotin.  It WILL stop eventually.  It's just part of the ride.
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Subject: Cant Believe its Been a Year
Posted: 04 Feb 2012 at 4:11pm

Amazing transformation!  Congratulations!!]]> Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:11:07 +0000 http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/forum_posts.asp?TID=7285&PID=55153#55153 Immediate Post-Surgical Discussion Forum GASTRIC BYPASS : MY HAIR!!!!! http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/forum_posts.asp?TID=7275&PID=55152#55152 Author: tyara888
Subject: MY HAIR!!!!!
Posted: 04 Feb 2012 at 4:09pm

shelly im sorry ...hopefully itll stop and turn around for you.  now that i actually took some time for me, my hair is healthy and im having less and less loss.  ]]> Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:09:58 +0000 http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/forum_posts.asp?TID=7275&PID=55152#55152 Before and After Pictures : 8 months and 130 lbs lost! http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/forum_posts.asp?TID=7085&PID=55151#55151 Author: filmgirl
Subject: 8 months and 130 lbs lost!
Posted: 04 Feb 2012 at 4:09pm

Lookin' great, Stef!  =)  Congratulations!]]> Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:09:31 +0000 http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/forum_posts.asp?TID=7085&PID=55151#55151 Immediate Post-Surgical Discussion Forum GASTRIC BYPASS : Tailbone Bothering me http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/forum_posts.asp?TID=7316&PID=55150#55150 Author: filmgirl
Subject: Tailbone Bothering me
Posted: 04 Feb 2012 at 4:05pm

I've been having the exact same problem, actually.  My tailbone is really sensitive.  It feels like it's right underneath my skin now, and if I sit for any period of time, it is painful.  And some of those backwards-leaning poses in yoga -- well, forget it.  Painful!  ]]> Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:05:17 +0000 http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/forum_posts.asp?TID=7316&PID=55150#55150 Clothing Exchange : I got a Secret ............. ( . ) ( . ) http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/forum_posts.asp?TID=7271&PID=55149#55149 Author: Shannon
Subject: I got a Secret ............. ( . ) ( . )
Posted: 04 Feb 2012 at 10:10am

Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My husband thanks you too.  Hee Hee]]> Sat, 04 Feb 2012 10:10:53 +0000 http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/forum_posts.asp?TID=7271&PID=55149#55149 Immediate Post-Surgical Discussion Forum GASTRIC BYPASS : Tailbone Bothering me http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/forum_posts.asp?TID=7316&PID=55148#55148 Author: Shelly-belly
Subject: Tailbone Bothering me
Posted: 04 Feb 2012 at 9:19am

So for the past few weeks I have noticed my tailbone, and I must admit we are not getting along quite well.  I cant sit on hard surfaces or even on a cushioned chair without feeling this bone getting sore from contact.  I did think at some point that its too long but after researching a bit online I found that its quite common after WLS?
 All the "cushioning" on my bottom has disappeared with the weight loss and now I can feel that bone. I cant even lay on my back cause I wake up sore from it.
 I have been considering seeing a Dr for this issue to see if it really is normal or if it is indeed to long.  Whatever it is . I hope there is a fix to it.
 
]]> Sat, 04 Feb 2012 09:19:58 +0000 http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/forum_posts.asp?TID=7316&PID=55148#55148 Immediate Post-Surgical Discussion Forum GASTRIC BYPASS : MY HAIR!!!!! http://mystlukesonline.activeboards.net/forum_posts.asp?TID=7275&PID=55147#55147 Author: Shelly-belly
Subject: MY HAIR!!!!!
Posted: 04 Feb 2012 at 9:10am

I have been having the same issue. I starte loosing hair by clumps in December and I am still loosing a lot of it. My hair was very thin to begin with so my scalp is fully visible now Cry I started a new place of employment in January and bought a wig for my first day. I have been using it daily since.  I feel much better wearing it.  I just hope it stops soon and that my hair grows back in very soon. 

BTW> I have been taking the Biotin, tried the shampoos and am watching my protien.. its still just falling right out.  its sad that I am getting used to the idea of being nearly bald.
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