JennaSoto
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I started at age 42- 210 pounds- got surgery right after my 43rd birthday and have lost 43 pounds as of Sunday. It is the best thing I have done for myself in years!
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I made some meatloaf balls made with turkey- they are perfect because I put them in the freezer and just take out one at a time.
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1 week laterrrr....
JennaSoto replied to ChloeHouston's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am concerned that you are eating chicken already- at one week out I was only doing clear liquids. I can't imagine having tried to eat something solid at one week. I would call and talk to my doctor- I would be afraid you may cause damage eating solid foods so quickly- especially if they are getting stuck. -
I too hope you decide to share this with your spouse- I personally believe there should be no secrets between spouses and this is a pretty major thing to keep to yourself. My port doesn't really show, but you can certainly feel it. My husband is my biggest supporter and I can't imagine doing this journey without him!
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PRE filled band (during surgery)
JennaSoto replied to Wanna-Be-Healthy's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had 2 ccs put in mine during surgery- I am down 32 pounds- have had no issues with eating or gettig stuck. I am not hungry between meals and I honestly don't think I wil get a fill on my 6 week appointment. -
Migraines Since Banding
JennaSoto replied to stacyjo615's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am just the opposite- I have suffered from 2-3 migraines a month for years. since being banded a month ago I have not had one headache at all. I cannot remember the last time I have gone a whole month without a headache. Good luck- the best thing I can tell you is to work with your doctor to get the right mecicine- It took awhile and trying many different ones, but when we finally found "the one" it was such a blessing!! -
I was off for a week and two days- I had my surgery on a Tuesday and would have been fine to go bak on Monday except my work requires a return to work form after three days and I didn't go back to see my doctor until the Wednesday after and that's when I got my RTW form.
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I asked my Dr. about it since I will be going to Silver Dollar City 6 weeks after my surgery an he said I would be fine.
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Tummy Tuck and C Section Cut and Financing
JennaSoto replied to supersweet31's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
My insurance will cover a tummy tuck an breast redution if deemed necessary- My doctor just needs to document if I have rashed where my belly sags and bak problems from my breast being too big for my size. He has been documenting the rashes I have been getting from being overweight for over a year now, so hopefully when it is time it will all go through -
I'm down 25 pound from April 28th!!!
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I was told no- I gave it up when I started my preop diet. Really haven't missed it as much as I thought I would.
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Getting banded tomorrow at Lexington Medical Center- Columbia SC
JennaSoto posted a topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I can't believe the time is finally here- I've been woring on this since September. I've heard that LMC is a great hospital- I went there on april 28th to do my preop stuff and it was so much nicer than the hospital here. They gave me a volunteer who walked me from place to place so I wouldn't get lost. I'm nervous, bu super excited! -
Mine was one week later. No fill until my next appointment at 6 weeks. I had 2 ccs put in at surgery. The only thing he did at the first appointment was remove the staples.
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I felt the same way you did- I never really had too much pain and only took my pain pills to sleep at night. The day after my mom and I went shopping at Lowes and Walmart- I was tired when we got home, but I think that getting up and functioning as much as normal helps lots!
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I am so excited to get my staples out tomorrow- They are itching and are really annoying. I think I will sleep better at night without them too.
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Tentative date scheduled. July 22
JennaSoto replied to maggiei's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was only there for a couple hours- but my mom came (22 hour drive) It was nice to have her around- got a little more sympathy than I think I would have from my husband. He's a great guy, but sympathy is not one of his strong points. -
Staples out tomorrow
JennaSoto replied to JennaSoto's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Not the actual procedure- but happy to have them out! -
I had some coughing too- didn't break anything- it hurts for the first 3-4 days, but gets better after that.
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May be a dumb Question?
JennaSoto replied to kng39212's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was banded 5-7 and am going on a big family vacation on 6-14. I think I will be fine- I will be transitioning to the real food stage during the week. We are planning on cooking a lot of our meals in because there will be such a large group of us eating out will be will be quite an expense. I have old my family and am going to rely on them for help during the week. -
I know this may be TMI- but I have been having pretty bad diarrhea today. I was banded last Tuesday (5/9) and am still on the clear liquid part of the diet- I switch to mushies tomorrow. Is this common? I am worried about becoming dehydrated- I continue to drink my water, but feel it is coming out faster than it is going in. Anyone have the same thing at about this point?
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Diarrhea- 1 week post op
JennaSoto replied to JennaSoto's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks all I'm feeling a lot better today. -
The future looks bright....
JennaSoto replied to zacknktsma's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I was banded a week ago- I don't think I could have done the bypass- I too thought that was a bit drastic for me to actually cut out part of my body. I have been happy so far- I am down 20 pounds since I started and feel great! Looking forward to a new me with more energy than I have had in years! -
If it weren't for the staples I would have been ready to go back yesterday- I was banded a week ago today. The staples really bother me though- I get those removed and will be going back to work on Thursday.
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You will do great!!!!
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Diarrhea- 1 week post op
JennaSoto replied to JennaSoto's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Glad to know it's normal- looking forward to having thin oatmeal for breakfast tomorrow. If it continues tomorrow I will call my Dr and get his opinion- my followup with him is Wednesday morning (Can't wait to get these staples out!!)
