sistercin

Hey, today is Sunday the 28th and I'm 9 days post. I'm a hair stylist and I went back this past Wednesday, 5 days post. I felt great!!! I did sit a little, but I was fine. I think it depends on the person and the type job you have. If your feeling good and done well with your surgery I say let your body lead you and take it easy....like everyone told me, just don't over do it....Sistercin

HELP!!! I was banded on the 19th. Procedure was done around 5:45 that fri evening. I have not eaten since Thursday the 18th. I've done good so far. Gas pain a lot better. Actually went to gym this morning(tues) and walked a mile very slowly. All was well doing protein drinks and liquids until I decided to make a puréed soup today. I drank probably 5-6 oz and I drank about 3oz of apple juice and water over a period of 3 hrs. Anyway, I'm miserable! Feels like something is stuck I'm my throat and my stomach is a constant rumble. I took nausea pill and Gasx and NO relief yet. My stomach is actually sore. I can't even imagine drinking h2o. I even keep burping. Anybody had this or similar?...please help me!!!...sistercin

HELP!!! I was banded on the 19th. Procedure was done around 5:45 that fri evening. I have not eaten since Thursday the 18th. I've done good so far. Gas pain a lot better. Actually went to gym this morning(tues) and walked a mile very slowly. All was well doing protein drinks and liquids until I decided to make a puréed soup today. I drank probably 5-6 oz and I drank about 3oz of apple juice and water over a period of 3 hrs. Anyway, I'm miserable! Feels like something is stuck I'm my throat and my stomach is a constant rumble. I took nausea pill and Gasx and NO relief yet. My stomach is actually sore. I can't even imagine drinking h2o. I even keep burping. Anybody had this or similar?...please help me!!!...sistercin

HELP!!! I was banded on the 19th. Procedure was done around 5:45 that fri evening. I have not eaten since Thursday the 18th. I've done good so far. Gas pain a lot better. Actually went to gym this morning(tues) and walked a mile very slowly. All was well doing Protein drinks and liquids until I decided to make a puréed Soup today. I drank probably 5-6 oz and I drank about 3oz of apple juice and Water over a period of 3 hrs. Anyway, I'm miserable! Feels like something is stuck I'm my throat and my stomach is a constant rumble. I took nausea pill and Gasx and NO relief yet. My stomach is actually sore. I can't even imagine drinking h2o. I even keep burping. Anybody had this or similar?...please help me!!!...sistercin

He'll everyone, I was banded yesterday and Praise God everything went well. I had to have hernia repair done also, but EVERYTHING WENT GREAT! I will be honest and say that I had the worst gas pain ever after I was awaken. I just didn't expect that, but I've been takin pain Meds and I'm MUCH better. The gas is from the air that's pumped into your abdomen during the surgery. It's not your normal gas...trust me it's not.... NOW, remember we are all different everything doesn't affect us all the same. I had my procedure about 15 hrs ago and I'm soooo much better. Pray, take your med, include gas-x and walk. I'm moving forward and very excited.... Sistercin

I'm sorry your not feeling well. You will get through it. Hang in there and keep us posted...Sistercin

Hello everyone! I'm scheduled for this Friday(April 19)... I'm nervous, but excited. My doctor did not put me on a liquid diet, just no sugar and lots of protein. Has anyone out there had this same type of pre op? Also, I'm looking to lose 45-60lbs. I'm only 5"2 and weigh in at 210 give or take. My BMI is 39.5 and I'm self pay. Is there anyone out there that needs or had the band done with my similarities?...again, I'm nervous, but hope this is one of the best decisions I've ever made for my health....hope to hear from someone soon...Thanks!....Sistercin

Hello everyone! I'm scheduled for this Friday(April 19)... I'm nervous, but excited. My doctor did not put me on a liquid diet, just no sugar and lots of protein. Has anyone out there had this same type of pre op? Also, I'm looking to lose 45-60lbs. I'm only 5"2 and weigh in at 210 give or take. My BMI is 39.5 and I'm self pay. Is there anyone out there that needs or had the band done with my similarities?...again, I'm nervous, but hope this is one of the best decisions I've ever made for my health....hope to hear from someone soon...Thanks!....Sistercin

Hey dearlh! I sent message yesterday, but I don't think it went through. I'm excited for you! My emotions have been up and down. I'm a bit nervous, but excited and in much prayer. I hope you continue to post your progress. It's very encouraging. If you don't mind me asking, how was your post op?...down time, pain, gas, nausea, eating, etc.??? You sound like its been going pretty well. I'm sure each day gets easier. Your doing great. Keep sending encouragement. Thanks!!!...distercin

Thanks for such a quick response! You have done great! I'm doing the sugar buster now and leaving Orlando headed home. I did enjoy and ate whatever....until Wednesday. Thursday it ALL began and I've not felt deprived. I've only cut sugar/bread and tomorrow will be my big day to start liquids. If you don't mind please share some of what your liquids consisted of pre/pro op... My desire is to drop 50-60lbs. I've been holding around 209-213...heaviest ever 225...never been small and don't desire to be too small. You were not big from the beginning, but we all have our own personal desires. I do have a hital hernia and will be repaired at same time. My biggest concern is down time and "stuck"...whatever that really means. But, I can't afford to be our of work for over a week and I stand all day at work(hair stylist), but I'm gonna trust God! Your story has been quite encouraging and I hope we keep in touch and keep up the good work!!!...sistercin

Hey mandymoo, I'm sistercin and you have made my day. I've been reading such negative post that I told my husband this morning that I didn't think I could do the band....mine set for April 19...I've been waiting to hear someone with great news and you've done it for me. I'm sooo glad you're doing well. I've gotta think positive and do this for me and my family. Please keep me and others like me updated on your success. Keep doing what you're doing!!!!

Hey that's great news!.... What was your starting weight? I'm asking because I see you just had your surgery the end of January and already on the 100s...I'm suppose to have mine on the 19th of this month and only want to lose about 50-60 lbs. I woke up this morning and told my husband I don't think I can go through it and he encouraged me to go for it. I've fine quite a bit of research and I've been reading a lot of negative outcomes. I know everyone is different, but I'm feeling a bit nervous about it now. I've read you can eat, your in severe pain in shoulder and neck, hair loss, no real wright loss, vomiting, etc....can anyone give me reassurance thats it's REALLY worth doing. Thanks!!....sistercin

Hello, I'm patiently waiting for my band. I have now started the sugar buster diet. I'm on vacation and can't eat what I want....who cares????...lol....I'm excited. I see my doctor on the ninth and hope to have my surgery on April 19. Just a little nervous, but ready for the new me. I only want to lose between 50-60 lbs. is there anyone out there that only needed to lose the same? Please let me hear from you.