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Happy Anniversary! Thank you to the OGs, the admins and all who participate to keep this site going. There are also some good DS boards on FB if anyone needs additional resources. It gives me such peace of mind knowing this community exists to support DSers. It's been 9 years since my DS and I...

Thanks all! I’m drinking a ready made chocolate premier protein shake right now and it’s not bad. It’s very sweet but no bad aftertaste. Maybe this could be my dessert each night. I’m going to order some of the other recommendations to try too. Larra there is some vitamin E in the shake. I’m...

I’m 4.5 years out from my DS surgery and it’s been about 4 years since I’ve tasted a protein shake. I need to boost my protein for 2 surgeries I’m having in the next two weeks and my lab work shows my protein has dropped to 5.7 gm/dL (6.4-8.9 is standard range). Can anyone recommend a chocolate...

I need to increase my iron intake. I currently take 300 mg of elemental iron in my first batch of AM vitamins. If I add 150 mg - can I take it all together in that first batch or do I need to take it at another time of day? Not sure how much iron I can take at one time and still be able to...

@Clematis who did you ultimately decide on for your LBL surgery? I'm looking to get the same procedure and am in the process of scheduling consultations with Dr. Capella in NJ and Dr. Michaels in the DC area. I had a brief consultation with Dr. Greenbaum who performed my DS as I found out he...

I weigh 125 pounds now - 2 years after my DS but I look pregnant due to weak ab muscles and extra skin. I'm tired of wearing shapewear all the time. I'd like to get a tummy tuck w tightening of the ab wall. Someone told me I won't be able to wipe myself after using the bathroom for the first few...

How bad was the recovery? I'm just starting to look into this. Any advice on how to find a good surgeon? I have a list of doctors who perform the procedure but I don't really know how to figure out which of them has the best reputation. Thanks!

I had virgin DS surgery w Greenbaum in February 2015. I was quoted $13K - 15K for everything (hospital, Greenbaum's fees, anesthesia, etc.). It came in just slightly less than 15K. I was self pay. He does all of his DS surgeries open.

Thinking about you, Scott. Sorry things are still a struggle. I keep hoping to check in here and see you are feeling better. Hopefully that will happen soon!

Sounds like you're doing great!

Glad to see you are doing so well w your recovery!!

Hello and welcome!

Thank you for posting the link, Diana. I'm wearing my Texas shirt today for Steve.

Hello and welcome to the board. Good luck as you move forward w your revision.

I feel you. The pre-op diet sucks as does the initial recovery after surgery. Just keep your eye on the prize. You've got this!

Glad all went well with your surgery. Good luck w the trip home. Take care of yourself and stay hydrated through your recovery. I hope it's a quick and easy one. Welcome to the dark side.

I just can't believe it. :cry::cry::cry:

Wow. So scary. I am glad she will be ok. Sending good thoughts and prayers to her and your family.

Good luck Jim! Hope your surgery goes well and that you have a swift and uneventful recovery. Stay hydrated!

I am heartbroken. Steve/robs was my surgery buddy. He had surgery one week after me and we kept in touch and supported each other. He was such a wonderful man - warm, intelligent, totally devoted to his family and had such an awesome sense of humor. My heart goes out to his wife and daughter. I...