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I think it's a good idea to wait too. Although - this band, to me, is better than any vacation or trip I could ever take. I am over the moon knowing I have this tool - I don't think I need a spring vaca this year . .....and I definitely can't afford one now!

Thanks! Anything sounds good to me at this point (no solid food in 3 weeks ) I will definitely try that - thanks for sharing!

I would give your dr a quick call to discuss what you did, but you can "undo" it - so not worth freaking out. Now you know the risks so you can follow the plan the dr gave you! Don't be too hard on yourself - just move forward!!

You could have be me writing! I also came to that realization quickly - and it made me very sad. I created a world for myself where it was the food and alcohol that I looked forward too and the people and events were secondary. Having lunch, going home at night from work - it was all about the next food "fix". What to do on weekends with the family - why there was nothing to do unless it revolved around food. I had the same realization day 2 of my pre-op (once I felt human again) diet. Mentally it has gotten easier over the weeks and I realize now that I need to find things that bring joy and happiness that do not revolve around food. On the weekends - I want to start taking my little ones everywhere - so that they too do not develop this terrible habit! I'm not cured - but I am aware of it now! This will be harder for me than the diet.... Best Ann

congrats on your weight loss! that is fantastic (both of you). I was banded a few days ago - I know I will lose weight, but I am scared to be one of those 5 year stats where it is gained back . Going to work with my psychologist to make sure I don't put myself back in that place! Best of luck.

Also - I read somewhere (so it may not be true) that you should get clearance from your dr before you have a massage. there could still be a risk of blood clots becoming dislodged. good luck.

Banded on 1/11/11. I did not have a good night last night and I too woke up in pain. I am ready to feel better now...... I'm pretty sure it's just the gas pains... Enough already .

Banded on JAN 11TH . On my third week of protein shakes. I am not a huge fan of most of them. I can tolerate Carnation Instant Breakfast (no sugar added), Glucerna Chocolate and Pure Protein (Chocolate). All are pretty good. Netrition.com sells Pure protein. The other ones can be found at your grocery store! Best of luck.

Hi All. Here is my surgery story! I was banded on January 11th at NYU. I have all the respect in the world for my surgeon - I had a 3 for one procedure (lapband, hiatal hernia repair and gall bladder removal). The surgery itself was a breeze (especially since I was out the whole time), but leading up to it was fairly miserable. I was scheduled for surgery at 9:45am. They told me to get there at 7:30am. I left my house at around 6:30am and was seated in the waiting room around 7am. I made all my payments (I am self pay ) and filled out all the forms. At around 7:30am, they brought me back into the waiting area. 7:45am passed, 8:45am passed 9:45am came. The surgeon stopped by to give me a few bits of info and then said that there was an emergency surgery required by one of his partners. There was no room available for my surgery and we would have to wait for them to finish. He also reminded me that if there was any problems at all with the gallbladder, that they would not be able to move forward with the lapband for a few weeks. While I understood both of these things on an intellectual level - for some reason I got very emotional and started crying. I waited for the Dr. to leave . 10:45am passed, 11:45am passed 12:45am passed. I was getting more agitated and upset each hour. Some part of it was because I paid 15k out of my own pocket and had to endure this, the other part was just stress of not knowing what was going to happen. Being the baby I can sometimes be (I am 40) - I told my father that I was going to leave at 1:45pm if they didn't take me by that point. I don't think that really was my intention, but I was very emotional. I was also torturing my husband by text during this period - he was home taking care of our 4 children. My dad felt bad for me and told the staff that I was upset and wanted to leave. I ended up have the other surgeon come in to talk to me (the one who had the emergency procedure). She was very very nice - which just made me ball more and look like a complete idiot. Things started to move around 1:45pm. I started signing consents (OR nurse, Surgical Assistant, anesthesiologist etc.) Not sure exactly what time surgery started or how long it lasted, but came out of it fine, was able to see my dad and they wised me out ofin recovery a up to a room. I don't remember any bad pain or discomfort. Was thrilled to find out from my dad that they were able to do the lap band. My heart felt lighter then - some of the nurses were encouraging me to stay overnight, my dad was and my husband was. I wasn't completely in my right mind due to the anesthesia, so I agree to stay the night. Wonder how much that is going to cost me?? My roommate that night was a lovely elderly lady who kept the light on until 1am and coughed up a lung the entire night. The nurses were lovely, but there really wasn't much for them to do for me. They set me free the next am and I was home by 10:30am. I have some gas pain and general discomfort in my stomach area. it hurst to take a deep breath. The pain medication makes me feel a little dizzy - but I am a big believer in not stressing your body with pain. Spending a lot of time on computer and sleeping when I can. I will definitely walk on the treadmill tomorrow am. My mouth is dry and parched - it is hard to get down enough water to combat it!

Hi Congrats on your surgery. I was banded on 1/11/11! I also had a hernia (apparently a huge one!) I never had heartburn before the surgery - but I had a persistent cough, that they thought might be caused by acid! I haven't coughed even once since the surgery. I do have some pain - managing it with the liquid vicatin (sp??) I feel so happy and positive about the surgery - I am on top of the world! Wish you all the best!

Wow! Congratulations!!! Inspiring!

Hi there! Happy New Years! I am scheduled for surgery on Jan 11th. I am 4 days into the pre-op diet. First few days were really hard - but it feels like it's getting easier!! Just wondering if anyone has had any experience with Dr. Bradley Schwack or the Langone Weight Center? I've had all the other tests, but I still haven't had the psych exam - trying to get it scheduled! It would be a bummer if that held me up! Would love to hear others experiences! Thanks Ann

Thanks for the info! Glad to hear things went well for you!! Hope you are feeling great. I haven't received my surgery time - do you know if that happens the day before?

Thanks for the info. Best of luck. I am all set for Jan 11! Very excited!!

Jan 11th in NYC. Can't wait.... I feel so positive and hopeful!