Brandy's Success Diary

keepitoff83 said:
so im assuming youre often having to try all the foods you try? i wouldn't be able to stop myself!
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We (most of the time) HAVE TO try the food. No option unless there are allergies. Because we are supposed to develop our pallets. And learn which flavors enhance other flavors, or compliment other flavors well... its hard!!
 
Hi Brandy! I just wanted to say thanks for your support. I am so happy that I joined the WLF. I was hoping to find motivating people like yourself. I envy you for being in culinary school, cooking and baking is one of my passions as well. This is a probable contributor to my weight gain, oh and cause I have sat on the couch for the last 15 years. Now I'm moving and have so much energy! Keep working out, moving is the key to losing! I'm excited about the "Summer Solstice Challenge" as well, can't wait!:newbie:
 
I just had to call my doctor's office to speak to a nurse. It is sort of embarrassing to talk to anyone but my mother about certain things... especially my poop. lol.

Please, someone tell me if I'm being ridiculous..

I've been having a really weird pain/feeling in my upper abdomen. Its a combined feeling of when you're really hungry, and when you get heartburn((but down more lol, as when I get heartburn I feel it in my chest, not my abdomen.)) and sort of like I want to throw up. It happens a little while after I eat. Its only been happening for like 3 days now. And my stool is black as can be. It got me nervous because I've heard my step mother say that its ok if your poop is any color except for red and black... or green and black...or something like that. But black was definitely one of them. And I looked it up online... and it said that its caused by internal bleeding. Does anyone know anything about it?? Sorry to be gross. I'm just worried about myself. So I called and spoke to a nurse... which I was really embarrassed about.. because like I said... I only talk to my mommy about these things. (I'm only 19, so I haven't been out on my own for long.) The pain in my stomach can't really be called a pain anyways... its more of an uncomfortable feeling. An annoyance... it doesn't hurt badly.

Was I foolish for calling the doctor?? Could it be nothing?? Well... seeing as I am going to the doctor's tomorrow.. they will probably weigh me. So I am going to do lots more exercise... I HATE being weighed there. I was hoping that I wouldn't have to go back until next November for my annual checkup... and I would be much thinner by then.
 
Well, first of all I am not a doctor. But I too have had pains after eating and have tried to self diagnose for years to no avail. You are only 19 but, you could have possible gallstones? If the pain is in your upper right abdomen and can radiate to your shoulder and in your back as well. Maybe you ate something that gave you an allergic reaction in your intestines which caused bleeding? Colitis? It is good that you are going to the doctor, they have tests for all ailments. Make sure you write down all your symptoms ie poop colour, take a sample if you can, pain and where. This way you won't forget any details when your there at your appt. Don't be upset or nervous, you will be OK. Sorry, to hear your under the weather.:cry:
 
I'm a med student so I definitely am not a doctor, but on my way to become one. Black stool is always a good reason to call your doc. Usually it's a sign of some sort of bleeding in your GI tract (i.e. stomach, intestines). It could possibly be some sort of ulcer as that can lead to some blood in your stool. You also usually get abdominal pain kind of above the belly button when you have an ulcer. A lot of times this is caused by a bacteria, which they can medically treat you for with antibiotics. Do you take a lot of ibuprofen, aspirin, or caffeine? Those are other causes. It sounds like you may have an ulcer based on the fact that you have the black stools and the abdominal pain. Obviously there are other causes, so it's good to see your doc. They'll probably want to check your stool for blood. Anyway, you really shouldn't be embarassed by it....most people in the medical field are VERY IMMUNE to anything with pooping or peeing and aren't even phased by it, so no worries. Anyway, my point is you didn't overreact by calling the doc :).

Edit: I agree, it could also be gallstones (even though you're pretty young) as some of the risk factors are being female, at an age where you can reproduce, and also overweight (which you are working on!). Usually you will have pain after eating fatty foods....what kind of food were you eating when you had the pain? Was it more all over the abdomen or just in one area?

I'm sorry you're worried and not feeling well :(
 
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India said:
Hi Brandy :)
just wanted to say that it's good that you want to lose weight for your anniversary but remember that it's not losing weight that will help your self-esteem but your self-esteem that will help your weight loss. Never forget this..and things will be easier.
You're a great person, no matter how much you weigh. It's the beauty you have inside that matters. And I know you're not just beautiful but gorgeous.
A big hug!
India
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India nailed this right on the head. I completely agree with her. :grouphug:

Also, don't let your college classes suffer b/c of exercise. They are both important, and I'm sure you can manage to take care of both without having one suffer b/c of the other. Remember--finishing school will land you a good job that will help ease your lack of money issue. ;)

I don't think you're silly at all to call the doctor. And don't worry about getting weighed there. Don't even pay attention to the scale--if you've eaten and drunk anything, it won't be a true low anyway. Just tell them you don't want to know what it said, and don't look while the nurse is weighing you. ;)
 
bikinibound said:
India nailed this right on the head. I completely agree with her. :grouphug:

Also, don't let your college classes suffer b/c of exercise. They are both important, and I'm sure you can manage to take care of both without having one suffer b/c of the other. Remember--finishing school will land you a good job that will help ease your lack of money issue. ;)

I don't think you're silly at all to call the doctor. And don't worry about getting weighed there. Don't even pay attention to the scale--if you've eaten and drunk anything, it won't be a true low anyway. Just tell them you don't want to know what it said, and don't look while the nurse is weighing you. ;)
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I'm not letting my classes suffer. lol. I just took the time off because I also needed rest... I had an awful migraine yesterday, and I figured I needed some rest.

I will definitely tell the nurse not to tell me!!!
 
keepitoff83 said:
I'm a med student so I definitely am not a doctor, but on my way to become one. Black stool is always a good reason to call your doc. Usually it's a sign of some sort of bleeding in your GI tract (i.e. stomach, intestines). It could possibly be some sort of ulcer as that can lead to some blood in your stool. You also usually get abdominal pain kind of above the belly button when you have an ulcer. A lot of times this is caused by a bacteria, which they can medically treat you for with antibiotics. Do you take a lot of ibuprofen, aspirin, or caffeine? Those are other causes. It sounds like you may have an ulcer based on the fact that you have the black stools and the abdominal pain. Obviously there are other causes, so it's good to see your doc. They'll probably want to check your stool for blood. Anyway, you really shouldn't be embarassed by it....most people in the medical field are VERY IMMUNE to anything with pooping or peeing and aren't even phased by it, so no worries. Anyway, my point is you didn't overreact by calling the doc :).

Edit: I agree, it could also be gallstones (even though you're pretty young) as some of the risk factors are being female, at an age where you can reproduce, and also overweight (which you are working on!). Usually you will have pain after eating fatty foods....what kind of food were you eating when you had the pain? Was it more all over the abdomen or just in one area?

I'm sorry you're worried and not feeling well :(
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It is my left abdomen mostly. A little on my right as well...but most of the feeling is on my left. I feel fine... I can carry on through it...it just sucks. When I started feeling it I ate pork chops, stuffing, asparagus, and scalloped potatoes. It makes me feel like I am hungry almost. Its weird...but I know there is no way that I am hungry. Last night I also felt it while/after I ate a tad bit of icecream (real little though.) I feel guilty about eating the icecream...but there was only 1/2 cup of icecream left... and I wanted some sugar (so that maybe it would help my head pains.)

Thank you for your help. I appreciate all the information you are giving me.
 
Eldaweesda said:
Well, first of all I am not a doctor. But I too have had pains after eating and have tried to self diagnose for years to no avail. You are only 19 but, you could have possible gallstones? If the pain is in your upper right abdomen and can radiate to your shoulder and in your back as well. Maybe you ate something that gave you an allergic reaction in your intestines which caused bleeding? Colitis? It is good that you are going to the doctor, they have tests for all ailments. Make sure you write down all your symptoms ie poop colour, take a sample if you can, pain and where. This way you won't forget any details when your there at your appt. Don't be upset or nervous, you will be OK. Sorry, to hear your under the weather.:cry:
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Its not so much under the weather... as it is a bothersome feeling. But thank you. I am nervous that they will ask for a stool sample. Thats pretty gross. I'm going to be so embarrassed. Especially if they tell me that there is nothing wrong in the end. lol.... I get embarrassed easily.
 
Hmmmm, well I'm glad you're going to the doc tomorrow. It could also just be a "gastritis," which is an inflammation of your stomach, often caused by that same bacteria that causes an ulcer. They likely will ask for a stool sample, and don't worry, it's NO BIG DEAL :) No one even thinks twice about it.....I'm not even kidding! They'll prob also draw some blood to make sure you're not getting some sort of anemia from the stools (b/c I'm assuming that's blood). Anyway, just make sure you tell the doc everything and don't worry about giving a sample!
 
keepitoff83 said:
Hmmmm, well I'm glad you're going to the doc tomorrow. It could also just be a "gastritis," which is an inflammation of your stomach, often caused by that same bacteria that causes an ulcer. They likely will ask for a stool sample, and don't worry, it's NO BIG DEAL :) No one even thinks twice about it.....I'm not even kidding! They'll prob also draw some blood to make sure you're not getting some sort of anemia from the stools (b/c I'm assuming that's blood). Anyway, just make sure you tell the doc everything and don't worry about giving a sample!
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I don't think I would be able to resist feeling that way. Its weird... I would feel uncomfortable... "would you like me to poo in this here bag??? And then give it to yoU?? well, jeez... I hope it doesn't smell!!!" lol
 
Hi Brandy,

Hope all goes well at the doctor's tomorrow. I give you credit for seeking medical advise so quickly. When something just doesn't feel right with me I tend to ingore it, thinking it's nothing and will just go away, which isn't a good thing. Let us know how it goes.

V.
 
thekrinse said:
Hi Brandy,

Hope all goes well at the doctor's tomorrow. I give you credit for seeking medical advise so quickly. When something just doesn't feel right with me I tend to ingore it, thinking it's nothing and will just go away, which isn't a good thing. Let us know how it goes.

V.
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I sure will. Thanks for caring. As great as my boyfriend is to me... I don't think he's worried about it. He doesn't even listen when I try to talk to him about it. He thinks I over-react a lot. lol. I appreciate that people care.
 
I just got back from my doctor's appointment. I had to give blood, give urine, and I have to make an appointment for a catscan. I will probably call her back within the next few days for another appointment anyways. Because I can feel the pain getting worse. In one spot mostly. Luckily its not my appendix, because the pain is on the opposite side. I am trying to stay away from crappy foods today. I didn't go on my walk this morning, so I will have to do it later this afternoon. I just want to make sure I'm here when the doctor calls. ((I'm waiting for a call to schedule my catscan!))

I gained a WHOLE bunch of weight recently because as soon as my last challenge ended... I ate CRAP again when I craved it during my TOM. UGH. Oh well. I lose 1 lb of it from all my great exercise yesterday. I'm happy. I feel ok about myself today. I will definitely get the walk in for another 45 minutes today. :D

Well, I'm going to go watch Space Jam on tv. And wait for my doctor's call. And probably get some lunch.
 
congrats on the walk even with pain and wow can the doc ask ya
for anything else lol.Anyway just get better and take it easy.HUGGS Tammy
 
I'm glad to hear that you're doing well today :). Way to go with all the exercise! I totally know how you feel about gaining weight after the challenge....stuff seems to keep coming up and I seem to keep slipping now that I don't have a challenge to motivate me!!!!!!! Ahhhh can't wait til Friday.....it'll be great since there are two different ones it'll keep me focused on different things at the same time!
 
Hi. I'm glad you're getting some medical help with this issue. Yet another good choice!

I'm looking forward to your challenge starting too.

I hope your tummy is sorted out quickly.
 
Hi Brandy,

Don't worry about that weight you put on after the last challenge. We'll take care of that in this next challenge and then some! I hope the 3 of us can push each other to do our very best.

Please keep us posted on what the doctor says. I guess the catscan will tell a lot. Has she given you any indication as to what it might be?

I'm glad to see you are feeling really good about yourself. An attitude like that will take you a long way.

I'm trying to come up with some names for our team. These aren't all that creative but we're going to need one very soon so we can get our team thread started.

The Dream Team
The Blue Crew (Since we are all former memebers of the blue team from the last challenge)
Team Destination Healthy

These are just some ideas. Whatever you guys decide is fine with me. I'm going to post these in Keepitoff's diary too.

V.
 
Brandy,

I'm glad you went to see the doctor and that you have a catscan scheduled. Hopefully, your pain doesn't get any worse. Take it easy and try not to worry. Don't worry about your weight right now get your pain sorted out then you can concentrate on losing. Good luck with your tests.:blush5:
 
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