labwalker

I wish folks told me that, but with a BMI of over 50 it was obvious I needed the surgery. I would have considered it a compliment... sure beats being called "fatty" and other ugly terms.

So long as YOU are NOT giving the big family meal, I'd go for it! Most doctors only operate two or three days a week. There should be a bariatric wing in the hospital. Most doctors require a two night stay for the sleeve. If you are concerned about staffing; I'd ask the doctor and express your concerns.

http://www.genryou-syujyutsu.com/english/english03.shtml Not sure how close any of these doctors are.. but they do lap band adjustments. You could contact them, and ask if they know of anyone closer to where you be. Weight Loss Surgery Center Team Members - 減量手術.COM www.genryou-syujyutsu.com/english/english03.shtml We are also always ready to accept gastric band adjustments for those who underwent gastric banding surgery outside of Japan. ... Dr. Kasama is the director of the Weight Loss and Metabolic Surgery Center at YMC, and is a Fellow of the ...

I wanted the lab band, then decided that the gastric sleeve might give slightly better results. My surgeon strongly advised the lap band, based on my health, age and weight. He does all of the popular procedures. But, he makes a sincere effort to advise his patients on what surgery is in their best interest. He doesn't sugar coat the risks, either.

If you research other news stories, it mentions that this facility specialized in handling larger people. What I am seeing is blaming the victim to cover the careless of the employees. And there was no need to mention the size of the person being cremated in the first place. But, this is where so called journalism is these days.

I take 2000 IU a day... OTC from Kirkland. My doctor noticed it on my six month panel. So far the OTC softgels are doing the job. My surgeon never commented on it. My folks living in the northeast have some Vitamin D deficiency.

They will pass! Hiccups beat terrible pain! Hoping you feel better soon! Did they recommend a lot of walking after surgery? That may help.

If anyone with a band (or other WLS or condition) can't hold down liquids it is important to realize that you can become dehydrated very rapidly! Vomiting, diarrhea, etc. quickly exacerbate this condition!! You do not want to become dehydrated--you will end up in ER with IV fluids!!!! Don't ignore the symptoms.

I've read that you can be unaware of an erosion problem until after the damage has been, and that there no symptoms until that point. But, your doctor should be the one to answer those concerns.

Don't let this go! See the other doctors ASAP.

And Alex, the site owner and administrator--he has had a lap band for ten years.

Happy Birthday!!

There are several on this site... I am sure they will all chime in. A few have been banded longer than I have, and I haven't see too many negative comments from other males concerning problems or not being happy with the band. I've lost around 85 pounds in under two years. I could have lost more, but I enjoy a few foods that I should probably avoid. There is a jim," "jack" a "catfish" and "2muchfun" who are regulars.

I allow myself one large cup of coffee in the morning, with some Half and Half, and at most two tablespoons of sugar. That is my limit for added sugar to anything I eat. I need my cup of coffee, prepared how I like it. I take into account those calories, and they are my treat for the day.

Good luck! There are many lap band veterans on here should you have problems! Just make sure to follow your doctor's orders before and after surgery! Let us know how it works out! And welcome aboard.

It seems a bit odd that your hunger increased after a recent fill, that doesn't sound right. It is normal for your weight to plateau, or stall, for a few weeks or longer, at times. The body is catching up and readjusting. The only thing I can suggest, besides calling your doctor's office advice, is to ensure you are eating enough Protein at each meal throughout the day. You be satiated for at least four hours between meals. If you need to, eat four smaller meals, spaced out at 4 hour intervals. Foods like sliced, lean turkey breast, Water packed tuna, fat free yogurt, etc. are good sources of protein. Protein takes longer to digest (and burns more calories in the process) and protein also increases the period of time before you start feeling hunger pangs. Make sure the hunger is real; and not just an urge to eat before you are really hungry.... I'd guess what I am trying to say is that early hunger pangs might be a symptom regarding a lack of proper nourishment. But your surgeon or his staff would be the best to advise you on that.

Those labels mean little to me... we've been lead to believe that foods that are sugar or fat free are healthier, but they often contain the same number of calories as regular foods. I'd opt for the sugar free, only because the body does need some degree of healthy fat intake. I can eat those foods, but I avoid them. As you noticed, they aren't that tasty. Again, I'd worry about intaking too many sugar substitutes that are questionable chemicals that may cause long term harm. The latest fad is "gluten free," a legitimate concern for many folks, that is being exploited by ad agencies. One has to really read food labels very carefully to ascertain what the package contains.

It sounds like the sutures on your port are bothering you. Mine was very, very sore, and finding a comfortable sleeping position was a challenge! But, the amount of pain you are having doesn't sound right at ten days out. I'd call the surgeon's office and ask.

I am not sure, my blood pressure was borderline (at 150/90)... I've been taking the lowest dose prescription since then. I asked my doctor about possibly getting off the meds, but he feels that staying on them is more beneficial as we age. I know one thing, I was wiped out for months when I started taking BP medication, and my dosage had to be reduced.

It could be an infection. And, the infection can follow the tube from the band to the port area. You need to see the doctor to find out what is going on.

I use an archaic on line program called FitDay... I've been using it for for many years, and it provides a good record of my previous weight losses and successes. What is interesting is being able to go back and see when I had managed to loss 70 pounds, and then see the weight come back when the colder weather came (no longer to go for long walks, etc.) I still use it, and now it shows a good steady weight loss since I had the surgery... there are plateaus, but no backsliding. I also track what I eat, watching calories and protein; and I do a daily weight log. I've always worked in technical fields, and being a bit nerdy I tend to like to document things.

Everyone can find success and failure with any WLS modality. For that matter people can find success with Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig or Medicinal intervention. For most of us our reasons for choosing Weight Loss Surgery was because we have exhausted all other other attempts to lose our weight, keep it off, get and stay at a healthy weight. Well said... the current results for the band have improved over the past few decades... better devices, more experienced surgeons, improved surgical techniques. You can find folks who have serious problems with hip and knee replacements or any other surgical implant--look at the TV ads for hungry lawyers preying on the industry. When a doctor says people fail the band, it is a generality that applies to a majority of the cases. But like any elective surgery, there always risks, and things can go wrong. And, there are good and bad surgeons.

I'd guess being tense and edgy would be normal for anyone who is going to have major surgery. Just tell your mom that you are under a lot of stress, and for her not take it personally.

Why didn't you go back? I'd be looking for answers, and to be honest, your surgeon should be the one who should be providing them. If your doctor said what you say, then he is the TOOL, and not the band. You should not be feeling pain or experiencing PB with an empty band. Something is wrong. The doctor should have expressed a strong interest in finding out what was going on. If I were in your shoes, I'd be looking for another surgical group for a second opinion, ASAP.

Copper, go back to the surgeon, and let us know how you make out... there is no reason that tomorrow can't be a reset and fresh beginning!