m1aman
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This is me. It takes at least two weeks for things to settle down and give me a real feel for what level of restriction I have.
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Man I am really having trouble picturing this. What is your secret to magic skin?
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I have BCBS and I had to pay the hospital my deductible upfront. In fact, they charged me too much and I got a refund about 4 weeks later.
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No you don't feel the band. The port may sometimes be sensitive for some people but not the band.
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Good luck with your band. I know you must be happy. I even felt relieved!
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Like a true fence sitter, I agree with everything said.
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Yep, you probably just need some lubrication!
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How Fast Do You Drink A Protein Shake??
m1aman replied to Betsy16049's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I use a protein shake to take my meds in the morning so I guess I drink it pretty slowly. But if I have one for a snack I slam it down because it is about the only thing I can do that with. -
New to forum, having surgery doubts
m1aman replied to Want2behealthy's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
If you have tried everything else and have failed then maybe you do need the band. 200 lbs is a lot on a 5 foot frame so I agree with you there. I think this is something you and your doctor should decide. Honestly, most other people just don't understand what it is like to live in your shoes. To answer your question I think a lot of ladies on here have started out in the 200 pound range. -
Happy But Disappointed
m1aman replied to jerseyguy's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Don't get hung up on the fills. It is about losing weight which you are doing GREAT at. I suspect your weight loss will slow down and the fills can come later. Like Missy said, are you hungry between meals........ -
is a little drainage from the incisions normal?
m1aman replied to yaya9805's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My incisions were glued together so I didn't have any tape. Doc just told me not to stand directly in the stream of water. I pat dried immediately upon finish. -
That will be a great birthday present for you. I had my surgery in my birth month too. You should be starting your pre op diet soon shouldn't you?
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Hey, good luck to you and good job on that nesting!
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I crush anything bigger than an aspirin based on my docs instructions. I have also changed some meds to liquid. Doc said he doesn't want all of my meds piling up in the pouch and wants them to pass to the stomach.
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friend who has had wls now has the most repugnant breath. its unbearable!!
m1aman replied to Lapbandster's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I know that must have been hard to do. I hope your friend doesn't acquire any hard feelings. I think you did the right thing though to save her future embarrassment. -
is a little drainage from the incisions normal?
m1aman replied to yaya9805's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I never had any kind of leakage or draining. Talk to your doc and make him earn some of that money you threw at him. -
I like knowing that if I have problems with my band I can post it on here and someone else has probably already been through the same thing. I also like the fact there are people here with so many different experiences. PS: don't like the negative nannys!
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Took me three months of hoop jumping and then another month to get scheduled for surgery. Four months total. It all went by fast enough for me. Hope it does for you also.
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friend who has had wls now has the most repugnant breath. its unbearable!!
m1aman replied to Lapbandster's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
We had a guy in the Air Force that smelled so bad we had to mail him a bar of soap. Message received. -
Weight Loss Challenge at Work - Unfair Advantage??
m1aman replied to Redesigned_Curves's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I think some people might be upset if they found out. Might make you look bad. Ask your boss to give you a $500 bonus! Good luck in whatever you choose. -
You look very trim and fit. I'm impressed!
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All I can tell you is I was glued also and I never bled, Might want to talk to the nurse at your docs office.
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Valentine's Day (My Rant)
m1aman replied to PattyGirl66's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
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Ideas for people who don't like breakfast
m1aman replied to Terry Poperszky's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I agree girls, food is food. -
Where is your Lap Band port?
m1aman replied to Anali11's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Different doctors put the port in different places. Mine is above my naval and slightly to the left. I have heard some have them placed higher or even in the waistline.
