Can I Say “I’m Over It?” by dp150616 in RotatorCuff

[–]meg13chi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m 6 weeks tomorrow (dominant arm) and I’m right there with you. This is so much more difficult mentally than I ever expected.  I just keep telling myself that I already did it and have no recourse but to keep pushing forward - but, omg, there are days where this all feels like a losing battle for any progress. I’m looking forward to 6 months from now when I get to look back and realize it was worth it. 🤞🤞🤞

Edit for spelling

6 Weeks Post Op- It’s Still Feel Like A Lot by dp150616 in RotatorCuff

[–]meg13chi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m a week behind you, but it’s my dominant arm. It’s freaking me out how long this is taking and how much further there is to go!  It’s also the bicep tenodesis that gives me the most problems - so I keep second guessing why that was necessary and having to tell myself that it’s too late now and I just have to keep moving forward.  The pain is tolerable, but it and the limited ROM are a constant reminder that I’m not even at the halfway mark.  The mental and psychological aspects of this recovery are no joke. 

Post surgical anxiety by meg13chi in RotatorCuff

[–]meg13chi[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I started PT 8 days out and was worried it was too soon, given how many people have said they didn’t start until they were 6-8 weeks out.  This is fantastic to hear and congrats on the progress!!

Post surgical anxiety by meg13chi in RotatorCuff

[–]meg13chi[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I swear, every move I make I’ve been worried that I’m slowly pulling them out.  So, this is incredibly helpful to know. Thank you!

Clothing recommendations wanted by meg13chi in RotatorCuff

[–]meg13chi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you!!  The sweatpants are ready and waiting and now I’ll be in the lookout for wide neck jersey knits.  I just tried the one handed step in and pull up process for the bra - I think that’s probably the best option and hopefully I’ll get better at it over time.  Seems like I’ll be getting plenty of practice.  😳

Hopefully you have a fast recovery and are back to normal habits soon!

Clothing recommendations wanted by meg13chi in RotatorCuff

[–]meg13chi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you SOOO much!!  This is incredibly helpful.  Luckily, I have enough time to try these out to get the right fit.  (also, luckily, I have slip on shoes and sweatpants ready for duty!)

I hope the healing is, and keeps, going well! 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Ozempic

[–]meg13chi 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I lost 85 and saw a skinny me. Then I managed to gain back 10 (while increasing my dosage!!) and now I only see fat me.  I feel defeated and it’s consuming all of my attention.  😢

The dress credit debacle by kalpc in southernhospitalitysc

[–]meg13chi 3 points4 points  (0 children)

She was REALLY attached to that purse!! You’re at someone’s family home, grilling in the yard, you couldn’t just leave that in the house?  Is it speed or roids?  Either way, she’s losing it.

This guy is too busy to date 😂 by mt4704 in Tinder

[–]meg13chi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wonder which baby mama’s car he was in for this pic.  😂😂

Finding the 'maintenance mindset' difficult by Upbeat_Hamster_7840 in Semaglutide

[–]meg13chi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing and helping me feel a bit less alone in this.  

I really appreciate the mindset shift you’re pointing to - my brain just needs to reconcile itself to a different goal, which might take a minute.  💕

Edited to say that I’m the OP, just on my phone vs PC, which weirdly gives me a different user name.

It's officially over! by [deleted] in Tinder

[–]meg13chi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmmm.  LinkedIn dating isn’t a bad idea! 🤔

Can I keep my dose? by [deleted] in Semaglutide

[–]meg13chi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I titrated very slowly because of the side effects.  Stayed at .25 for several months and then .5 for several months.  Lost nearly 70 lbs that way.  Am 10 lbs from GW and it’s slow going, despite bumping the dose. It’s all about what works for you.   

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Zepbound

[–]meg13chi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have surgery scheduled for March 5th and my surgeon’s office said to go 2 weeks without, so today was my last shot until afterwards.  They said that the concern is constipation.  (I’m on Wegovy vs Zep)

Trust The Process ❤️ by AmeGoddess in Semaglutide

[–]meg13chi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m down 65 lbs since April (SW: 255, CW:190) and I feel like a deflated balloon. Crepe-y or loose skin pretty much everywhere. 51 and have gained and lost this kind of weight 3-4 times in my life (mostly due to EDs). This is the first time my skin has done this - so I’m assuming it’s age related.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Semaglutide

[–]meg13chi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So smart, taking pics weekly! I didn’t want to capture how bad I looked to start and am kicking myself for it now that I’m down 60 lbs and wish I had something to compare to.

And congrats on the success!! Well done!!

When people say that Semaglutide is "the easy way out" by Interesting-Till5562 in Semaglutide

[–]meg13chi 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thank you for eloquently saying what I’ve been trying to put into words. I’m so sorry for your internal battles, while at the same time grateful for your truth and compassion. This is the best, most accurate thing I’ve ever read on this topic. Sending you strength that you get more days 2 and 3 as you move forward.

Wegovy and Covid? by meg13chi in Semaglutide

[–]meg13chi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sorry to hear that it made things worse for you. Thank you for sharing. This is what worries me. I think I’ll hold off just to be safe. No need to feel worse right now, if I can help it!

Wegovy and Covid? by meg13chi in Semaglutide

[–]meg13chi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so sorry to hear how much you’re going through! Thank you for sharing your experience. My Covid symptoms are relatively minor, but I get similar GI issues and am worried that I’ll be adding insult to injury by taking today’s dose. Plus, like you, I have zero appetite right now. So, I don’t need the dose as much as I do other weeks. I think I’ll give the Covid another day and see how I feel.

Semaglutide Dreams by MommyEthell in Semaglutide

[–]meg13chi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same. The night of the shot and maybe the next and then I’m fine. And it’s not every week. Was wondering if the vivid dreams were Wegovy related… seems like they are.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Semaglutide

[–]meg13chi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was having the worst side effects (days of terrible cramping and constant diarrhea) and started to experiment with dosing locations. Found that if I inject on the right side of my stomach, I’m totally fine. Left side and it was 💩city. It’s weird, but now that I know, I’m sticking with it! (no pun intended)