running_scared
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First Fill, Kind Of A Terrible Experience
running_scared replied to akurre12's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Having the surgeon that put it in, do the fills, has the added benefit of them knowing where the port should be. -
How Do You Get In 1000 Calories
running_scared replied to Threetimesacharm's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I eat breakfast at 7am, then a mid-morning snack around 10:30, with lunch at 12:30. I have a snack at around 4, then dinner at 6:30 or so. -
I also got the advice to take biotin from some posters here, and the hairloss seems to be back to a normal level.
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First Fill, Kind Of A Terrible Experience
running_scared replied to akurre12's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My first and second fills were like that, unfortunately. The last one was super easy though. As you lose weight, it will get easier, because the fat covering the abdominal muscles and port will shrink, and the port will be easier to find. -
Self Pay - Looking For Good, Least Expensive U.s. Option
running_scared replied to BeeBlueHeron's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I wouldn't recommend travelling to Mexico for surgery. There are only a few doctors that will treat patients who had surgery in Mexico, and I don't think you want to be continually flying back and forth for fills. -
I'm A Vomitphobe - Help!
running_scared replied to BeeBlueHeron's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm 3 months post-op, and I haven't vomited at all. -
Getting Fills And Going To School
running_scared replied to Erin O'Donnell's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Good luck Erin! I'm also going to be moving a 8 hour drive away from my surgeon, and I called this morning for a recommendation on a new fills person closer to where I'll be. -
Getting Fills And Going To School
running_scared replied to Erin O'Donnell's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
What about asking your current doctor for a recommendation for someone closer to where you'll be? -
Slipped Band... Will Mexico Reposition?
running_scared replied to Kalipso2's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I'd get your surgeon at home to do it. I wouldn't go to Mexico for surgery myself. -
Maintaining Question For Bandsters Over 4Years
running_scared replied to dramastarr's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
What about getting smaller fills, more frequently? I get 0.2ccs at a time now. -
Taking Big Bites
running_scared replied to Mellissa's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm 3 months post op, and I still take large bites, and chew a lot. It is something that you might have some time to learn. -
So Sad/heartbroken/angry/frusted!
running_scared replied to newskinnygal's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am so sorry to hear about the problem's you've had. I hope the infection heals, and you can have your surgery at Christmas. -
Anyone Flown To And From Tj Alone?
running_scared replied to BeeBlueHeron's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Do you have aftercare organized at home? Do you have a local doctor who will do your fills? Many surgeons won't do fills for people who had the band put in in Mexico. -
I did scads of research before surgery, but I think my surgery clinic would really do the lapband on anyone who showed up with the $17,000.
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I think there is a whole thread of before and after pics somewhere.
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Sharp Pain In Upper Lft Shoulder & Neck
running_scared replied to sgmommy's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Could it be referred gas pain? How about a tight muscle? -
How To Be A Wls Success
running_scared replied to Jean McMillan's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Magazine
I really like the line about 'practicing'. I'll keep that in mind -
Congratulations! I can't wait to be there myself!
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Having A Band Over Bypass - Looking For Others With Same
running_scared replied to Shira's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I believe Carnie Wilson had it. She seems to be doing alright. Best of luck! -
I get fills every 2 to 3 weeks, but my fills are only 0.2cc's at a time. The largest fill I had was 0.8ccs, and it made it hard to burp for a few days.
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Hey All...need Some Advice.
running_scared replied to beane007's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm with Honk. You should aim to eat between 1/2 and a cup of food at a meal. 1/2 a cup is 8 tablespoons, just for reference. And good job on the loss! I'd say you have good restriction now, and maybe don't need another fill just yet, but see what your doctor says. -
I eat breakfast as normal for mine, and then have a protein shake instead of lunch. All of my fills are in the afternoon.
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Help?!?? Weird Pains Suddenly...
running_scared replied to Coley1603's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ooh, can you get water down? -
Help?!?? Weird Pains Suddenly...
running_scared replied to Coley1603's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Whenever you can't get anything down, I think you are supposed to seek medical attention immediately, so either call the on-call number for your surgeon, or head to the hospital. -
Maybe make an appointment with your surgeon.
