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MandaElaine

LAP-BAND Patients
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    May Bandsters!

    I was banded on a Wednesday and was back to work on Monday. Receptionist here! LOL! Other than being bloated i'ts been easy.
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    May Bandsters!

    I have been having the same feeling with the burning under the skin. I thought maybe it was just gas around my port. It is very bothersome though. I'm back at work now and i'm a receptionist and boy does it hurt sometimes. I'm either all slouched down in my chair or sitting straight up on the very edge to keep it from bothering me. I'm also still very bloated and have to undo my pants...LOL! Luckily I work with an older crowd so we all have our issues and no one even pays attention.
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    May Bandsters!

    I can't even begin to tell you what a wreck I was. I didnt sleep for the 3 days prior to my surgery, seriously I had a total of maybe 4 hours. I'm such a punk when it comes to these types of things. I will be honest with you, it was the easiest thing. The most pain has been the gas. That's it! Of course a little sore from the surgery but the gas pains were the biggest annoyance.
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    May Surgery Day Stories

    Well I survived! I was so nervous and anxious I didn't sleep for about 3 days, but I was officially banded on the 16th. It went very smoothly. I arrived at the surgery center about 7:30 am. I got weighed in at 212.2 lbs, they hooked up my IV and I waited. Finally at about 8:30 the anesthesiologist came in, slipped me a little some thing and before we reached the door I was out! I have absolutely no recollection of any of the events that followed! AWESOMENESS! I woke up about 10 and was home by noon! I have been a little sore, the gas has been the worst part. Other than that doing really well. I am now allowed protein shakes, water, tea, sf jello, sf Popsicles, and broth for the next 14 days. Hope everyone is doing well! Good luck to those still waiting!
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    Approved!!

    I got the call this morning that my insurance has been approved and she has let the dr.'s office know!!! I'm just waiting on them to call me back to officially set my date. I'm hoping for May 16. This is so exciting and scary all at the same time. As soon as I seen her number come up on my phone my heart dropped! New me here I come!
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    Texas Where You At???

    Northeast Texas here, getting banded May 16th!
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    May Bandsters!

    This is totally something I would do, cause myself to have a panic attack, which is my worst fear. Congrats and wishing you a speedy recovery!
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    New To Group

    @eyewonder - had you asked me how my pre-op diet was going a week ago I would have probably broke down in tears. I cant lie the first couple of days were horrible, but now 9 days in, it's not so bad. The hunger wasnt as big of an issue as my mental hunger was. Fighting myself mentally was hard, I never realized how stubborn I am (LOL). Sorry lack of carbs is making me crazy. Yea its going to be a lot of trial and error. I currently like the powder proten, I have Body Fortress in Vanilla and it's good for mixing with fruits and what not. I also use skim milk, because cutting it with water just doesnt work for me. I was ranting yesterday about stressing over the pain after surgery so i'll take one for the team today.
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    Pre-Op Diet Woes & Wows!

    That's what I was telling my kids (ages 16 and 14) yesterday. I was like man I have been super cranky the past two days from the moment I wake up, then I read your post and was like YUP that's the answer right there. Today is Friday and i'm in a much better mood. Getting syked to get this over with and moving forward.
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    Pre-Op Diet Woes & Wows!

    Today is my first day of my pre-op diet, and I cant lie i'm so emotional. I'm scared and anxious all at the same time. I'm afraid i'll be hungry, and moody and emotional. Ok so emotional has already kicked in. My mind is playing with my emotions big time right now. I'm such a worry wart anyway, so my mind is going 90 to nothing. I keep trying to tell myself i've been through worse things. Here's for hoping I dont break down crying at work, let's just hope everyone is nice today.
  11. Amazing story! Congratulations on the weight loss. I get banded on May 16th. I'm super excited and super anxious.
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    Pre-Op Diet Woes & Wows!

    Man those first couple of days were really tough. It has definitely gotten a lot better on my end. I have a huge sweet tooth and I still get a craving but nothing like those first few days. You would have thought I was coming off heroin or something, LOL! I have 6 more days and i'm excited, anxious, nervous, etc. I'm a ball of emotion!
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    May Bandsters!

    I'm a big baby when it comes to pain, LOL! As usual though I let my anxiety and emotions run my thoughts.
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    Surgery Is Done

    Natalie, Just wanted to check in with you and see how you are feeling today.
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    May Bandsters!

    I just keep telling myself it cant be too much worse than a c-section and I made it through that just fine. So hopefully it won't be as excruciating as it sounds.
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    New To Group

    Welcome Wanda! Glad to hear your surgery went well and recovery was easy. My surgery is scheduled for the 16th. I'm 7 days into my pre-op. I cant wait to get this journey started and we all started shedding the pounds. I'm from Texas, so very nice to meet you!
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    May Bandsters!

    Hope everything went well. Can't wait to hear from you! With everyone talking about all this excessive pain i'm a little worried now.
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    May Bandsters!

    Omg congrats!!!!!
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    Pre-Op Diet Woes & Wows!

    Well day 6 and the pre-op diet hasnt been as bad as it was the first couple of days. I dont have an issue for breakfast and lunch, dinner is what gives me grief. I guess i'm just used to eating with my family and that's what makes it difficult. I did have one bad day but recovered from that quickly (except for the guilt). I have lost 4 lbs, so that was a positve! I'm back on track and now hoping to lose a little more before surgery on the 16th!
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    Pre-Op Diet Woes & Wows!

    Natalie, Just wanting to check in with you and see how your surgery went. Hope you are doing ok.
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    May Bandsters!

    YES!!!!!!! I have been having this issue as well. It has seemed to not be as bad the past two days, i'm on day 6 of my pre-op but I was told the same thing about it being the loss of weight. I have been chewing sugar free gum and trying to down as much water as possbile to keep my mouth from being dry. I have been having an issue with tasting vitamins all day now that, like indegestion. UGH I hate it.
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    May Bandsters!

    Great Job, Jennifer!!!!!
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    May Bandsters!

    I'm on day 3 today and i'm on the same diet as you. I have a protein shake for breakfast and lunch and a sensible dinner (lean meats and green veggies). I'm not going to lie the first 2 days were pretty tough for me. Yesterday evening got a little better and today well I think i'm starting to get used to it. I have had some constipation though and I have drank my 64 oz of water. My dr told me to drink some warm tea first thing in the morning that usually can help get things going. So i'm going to try that and hopefully it will work. I do tend to get hungry during the day but learned yesterday if I chew sugar free gum then it doesnt bother me. So gum is my best friend today.
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    Protein Shakes

    I've been on my pre-op for 2 data and was wanting to get some suggestions on kicking up my shakes. What are some of your fave recipes, or combinations?
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    May Bandsters!

    Congratulations!!!! Cant wait to hear your story! I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

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