Amanda M.
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
Increased sense of smell? - This may be me tagging myself as crazy, but anyone else have a hyped up sense of smell now? Everything smells stronger it seems...I feel like I am pregnant!
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
Want to try refried beans for pureed stage, but... - ....I have to mix it with something to thin it out and keep it moist. All recipes have called for sour cream, salsa or taco sauce. I dont like any of those.
Are there any other...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
My incisions wont stop itching!!! - I know this is GOOD as it indicates they are healing. But daaaaaaang it is annoying! Anyone have tips to relieve it?
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
9 days out and calories seem high? - I am tracking everything on MFP and yesterday and today, with meeting protein goals, I am between 550-600 calories a day. I have seen some people who are only around 800 at 6+ mont...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
Why is my lactose free milk causing lactose intole - I was drinking my protein shake, which I am reeeeally struggling with (they taste like soap to me all of a sudden). About 15 minutes into it, I got the cramping, bloating and diarr...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
Where did Jane (judyjetson) go?! - I just noticed Jane deactivated her account! I adore her and she was a great source of support for me. Does anyone know if she is okay or why she left? Anyone have an email address...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
Second day of full liquids.... - ...I got 66g of protein in! It is still under my doctors goal for me, but I am still proud. I was able to do 2 protein shakes and 2 tbsp of greek yogurt two times. I felt sooooo fu...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
How in the world can I avoid chunky cream of wheat - I am on my full liquid diet and need to have my cream of wheat SMOOTH. I followed the cooking directions and my doctors tips to make it smooth (mainly just portioning out my 2 tbsp...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
OT - need to vent about my thoughtless husband - Kay....I am lactose intolerant. Pre op I was using almond milk with my shakes because it was yummy. I told my husband EVERY time we went to the store that I didnt think I could use...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
Burps and hiccups every time I drink - I am having a really hard time getting my fluids in. I can take a sip and then feel really gassy and feel like I have to burp/puke (not really nausea though). After the second sip,...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
NSVs already! - I am only 6 days post op, but my wedding band fits again and today I got my period! I have not had a period start on its own since I was 16! 11 years! I have to use birth control o...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
getting kind of sick of the diarrhea and IBS sympt - I was kind of delusional in thinking that post op I wouldnt be having extreme IBS symptoms and diarrhea still. I had a 10 day liquid diet, a bowel prep, and now nothing but clear l...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
pneumonia? - Hey all! I have been using my incentive spirometer and am only now starting to be able to cough. I am making small progress with how much I can breathe in though. Problem is, when ...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
hiccups? - Surgery was 4 days ago, and every time I sip I get this weird half hiccup. It is like the sharp spasm of the first part of a hiccup, but no release. I hope that makes sense to some...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
3 days post op.... - OUCH!!!! I am still in a lot of pain. There is never a time when I dont feel pain, the pain med just quiets it down a little bit.
My tummy is making sounds like 5 trucks revvin...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
surgery yesterday.... - My pain still isnt being managed the best. They could give me stronger IV meds, but would prefer to give me the same oral stuff that I will be taking home. I am hoping to sip enoug...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
surgery went well, but pain meds arent working - Surgery went good with no problems. However, I am in a lot of discomfort and pain. The pain meds arent working well for me. My nurse has been great, I have been sipping and walking...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
bowel prep - TMI - Ok....I drank my nasty crap at 1. It took a couple hours, and I had 2 BMs. Nothing then until about 7. It is almost 10 and my tummy is gurgling and I have had to visit the potty se...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
magesium citrate trouble - I drank my 10 ounces of magnesium citrate....I am holding back vomit so bad. I almost immediately felt light headed and started sweating and my stomach is burning. Is it just from ...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
Not really thinking about it... - My surgery is in three days, on Friday. Yikes! When I was originally scheduled last month, I thought about it constantly. The previous few weeks I was obsessed. But this time, I ha...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
What can I expect the 2 hrs before surgery? - My surgery is scheduled for 7am on Friday, but I need to be there by 5. I am guessing maybe some blood tests will be done, IV put in, talk to anesthesiologist and surgeon, sign my ...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
Sensitive topic - have you identified what trigger - I know what triggered me to develop an unhealthy relationship with food. I dont know how people will react to this post, so I will wait to share until I know if people will be offe...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
weird question - what happens with the staples? - So obviously the staples used to cut and seal our stomach and intestines will stay there forever. But does tissue grow around them? When does the risk of a leak at the staples dimi...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
OT - need advice about my son with autism - My son is 3 and was diagnosed with autism in early 2012. He was doing occupational therapy and speech therapy twice a week, home visits once a week, and psychology every other week...
Amanda M. posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
waist/hip ratio? - Who is willing to share what their ratio is? Anyone know pre op and post op stats?
