melmce

I am so grateful to find this thread. I have been fighting a virus/cold/bronchitis/cough for about 2 weeks now. Tonight was miserable. I was dozing off and on, propt(sp?) on pillows - spitting up acid and mucus every hour or so, the pain is terrible, crunching on Tums (only thing I have). Then about 30 min ago or so; started vomiting up acid snd snot, to the point of dry heaves. I will definetly do the days of clear liquids, skip an antibiotic pill today. It is times like these I am so scared the band has slipped or eroded. I am glad to know I am not the only one. Go Clear Liquids. :sneaky: Thanks, Melissa

I wish I could help. I know my surggeon will only fill his own patients, Dr. Baladas at Raffles Hosp, I have heard there is another surgeon maybe at Gleneagles hospital that does Bariatric. I travel quite a bit in the region and I have found it very difficult to eat and travel after some of my fills. I would enjoy all of the beautiful fruit available here and make sure to drink enough Water with the humid heat. Have a Great Trip - Melissa

I am subscribed to this thread, so I will monitor for new messages. I am also searching out members who have mentioned Singapore in their posts. I do travel though, so if I don't respond promptly, please send me an email. So I don't miss talking with you all. You can also send a friend request to a member that has stated they live in Singapore and we can track each other down this way also. Melissa

Hey - Happy National Day. It would be great to get together. I live off Orchard by the Paragon/Mt. Elizabeth. I am going to search for the few other folks that have mentioned living here. I think there are 2 more; and send them messages so maybe they would like to join us. Can you do morning/evening? Luckily, everthing is so convenient here; we can meet at a coffee shop. Melissa

Hi - I live in Singapore. I would love to get together and begin developing a support group here. I had my surgery in May 2007 and have lost 75 lbs. Dr. Baladas at Raffles Hospital performed my surgery. I was also very frustrated by the lack of realistic information from the nutritionist at the hospital. I gathered much better information from this site and used this to support me as I began this process. Do not give up. I have been able to enjoy many of my favorite foods in limited amounts and there are options in Singapore to support you. I will keep checking this site to check for your replies. I hope to hear from you soon. Melissa

Hi, I am getting ready to schedule by surgery tomorrow, can't wait. I am an American Mom living in Singapore - 2 small kids (I have a fat roll named after each of them ) I have been considering lap-band for a while, I found out in March that people come here all the time for this surgeon to do their surgery. I was shocked by this at first but I soon realized that I am probably the fatest person in Singapore -Ha! Can't wait to chat with all of you - DH is home, it's time for dinner. Melissa

Hi - I am so glad to hear from someone. Where are you planning on having your surgery? I had mine by Dr. Baladas at Raffles. Great Doctor, very little pain - great experience. I am so glad to have a buddy - I am from Texas and live in the Orchard area. I had my surgery in May '07 and my first fill at the end of July (delayed because of travel to US) I have lost 68 lbs. so far. I have 2 small kids that go to OFS. I had to make use of my new found freetime.

Thank you so much for your encouragement. I know this isn't a magic pill or anything but I just wish I had some result. I am really trying to be patient. My first fill is scheduled for June 5th, I delayed it a week due to my 3yo DS birthday. I was worried I might be sick, or have trouble keeping things down. I did see a posting of the post-op program from a Dr in the states, so I am going to print that out and use that as a guide. The dietician here was no help so I am a bit on my own. Singapore is fun. My husband works for a US company and we are from Texas, we are here on a 2 year assignment. It is a great place ti live, I try to swim alot; but I have had a run on sick kids for the past few weeks so I know I need to kick it into gear in that area. Thanks so much, it was great to log in this morning and see support from home. Melissa

the surgeon forgot to put in the band. I saw the xrays and fluoroscope pics so I know it is there but aside from some mild pain and gas I have been fine. I had my surgery 5/3/07 - I followed the post-op diet of one week liquid, one week mushie, ease into solids. I have been able to eat normal foods. I try to eat less and stop when I feel full; but I am not seeing any decrease in the amount of food I need to feel full. I make sure to have 50-60 grams of Protein a day (with a protein shake) plus as much water/liquid as I can fit. But I feel fine - please tell me when I get a fill I will need less food. I am so afraid I am not going to see a difference. I have lost about 10 lbs since the surgery but I am trying not to pay attention since it is more about healing right now, then weight loss. I know I am rambling but I am beginning to freak out. Any advise is greatly appreciated. Melissa

I have to head off to bed; It didn't occur to me that it was 10:30pm here. I am still not used to the time shift here - Singapore is 12 hours ahead of the US east coast. I will check again in the morning. Have a great day Melissa