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I tested pos and Was put on antibiotics for 2 weeks along with flagyl after taking the meds I got my band. take care of it.

My fav changes alot currently I am wearing Burberry London very nice I get alot of WOW's wearing it .

I too had pork roast green bean casserole and mashed potatoes w/gravy (for my son) for lunch I had tuna salad Harley, great minds think alike huh

I was told that coffee is ok with equal or sweet and low I found out that Splenda spikes your blood sugar . I was allowed to have coffee with a touch of skim milk in it during my liquid shake phase. Carbonated beverages are a no-no But you can make it flat then drink it . I have heard other do that in my support group.

Saron i was banded by Kwon on 2/9/05 the office staff were caring . The nurse practioner is great she is very kind and caring . I know that hey are now asking for pt to go to some support meetings I go every other Monday and have found it to be very informative and helpful . maybe you should come to one and see what goes on there is one in Matamorous every other Wednesday . Let me know again I love That office and Dr. Kwon

I would like to go on What not to wear and also extreme makeover. both useful to daily living. extreme home makeover would be nice, but I don't have a story or hardship other than I would love to see what someone would do to improve my home. Trading spaces would also be nice . Fear factor-yuk, amazing race is ok but I really don't think I would like to be away from family that long.

since I was banded. I cannot even think about food until about 10 am. I eat about 1/2 an Atkin's protein bar. I think the peanut butter ones are the best they taste like a peanut butter cup.

I am so sorry to hear about your acident. Glad that everyone was ok. I was in an accident several years ago it was a clear sunny day. and I rolled my truck 3 times. I hate the north east weather . BTW I was driving a Ford Truck in my accident.

when I was pregnant I used to eat plain yogurt and dip kit-kat bars in the yogurt .... When I was little I used to eat dog biscuts ,sick huh ?

I was told that I was feeling the band that is where the band is placed.

Albacore tuna is the best . The stores usually have it on sale . I use a spoon of real mayo and some pickle relish with a bit odf onion and galic ,yum the best .

I did a complete Atkins diet for a bout one month before surgery. I ended up dropping 16 pounds. Think of this as an experiement. try different protein shakes and powders. try mixing different flavors my favorite shake was a vanilla protein shake with a dash of cinnamon in it.yum. Don't be afraid to try different things. 1000 cal isn't that bad the weeks go by fast and just remember that you are taking steps to the new you. Good luck

I have never smoked before but My roommate woke up one day and wassick and tired of being sick with sinus infections so she quit cold turkey. Congrats on setting a date do keep your hands busy my friend still drives with a pen in her hand. Remember your doing this to improve your health. You can do this .

I use the word "fudge" alot. Or fudgesicle it seems to work for me .

I suffered also. My doc said its ok as long as it is not excessive. I took 200mg of Advil. every 6 hours and it did take the edge off my cramps. pre-op I usd to take 800mg Motrin every 6 hours . So I think I am doing ok. I thought about taking the liquid Vicodin that was given to me post-op but I had to work. The Advil 200mg enabled me to work. I am also open to any other ideas .

Congrats and happy birthday ... I was trying on a pair of scrub pants the otherday that were tight and today they were too big ... Thatsa great feeling .

I am doing mushies now I just drive by the fast food I just can't eat it anymore THis happened to me pre-op I do like tuna salad and you can get it at any deli so its not a big deal to eat I take a lunch bag with me to work thow in an ice pack and its cold for my entire shift(10 hours). my doc had me on clear liquids for the first 4 days the I did protein shakes and water for 2 weeks and now mushy then reg. food but to be honest I really don't miss it all that much.

I was born in NJ but have lived in Orange county all my life . I am now up in sullivan its only 15 min to Middletown not too bad we should get together are you guys going to support this monday let me know k

I was banded on 2/9/05, so I guess that makes me a newbie. I think it has been te best choice I ever made. I had a chance o be in the OR during a lap-band surgery,I was in nursing school at the time. I ended up doing a report on the subject about 2 yrs later I had the procedure. It so far has been great. I have lost 26 lbs and feel great .Today my blood pressure is 104/72 Pre -op 140/90. I had little pain and was back to work in 1 week. (I work in an MD's office. ) no regrets at all . good luck in your decision.

the east coast is a great idea. I live in NY .Atlantic city is a great place lots to see and do and the hotels have great packages.

They ask you to lose weight to reduce the size of your liver .Also kinda like a commitment thing. I did low-carb and lost 16Lbs in a month .Also they are some insurance companies that ask you to lose 5% of your body weight before surgery. My surgeon recommended to use protein shakes-1for breakfast 1 for lunch then a low carb dinner. and drink water it flushes fat.

I have lost about 26 lbs total before and after surgery. I am onlt lik 3 weeks out now I wear a uniform to work and the backs have ties .I never tied them before now I have to. Also I had several scrub tops that were tight and not they fit. the pants are baggy and I found that I am currently between sizes. People at work noticed a diference the day I came back. Enjoy the ohh and ahh's that will be coming to you soon.

walk ,walking helps alot. and congrats . Take it easy now remember you just had major surgery. You will feel better in a few days

Hi there I am an allergy and immunology nurse. I am the person who skin tests you and gives people their allergy shots. You should go and see an allergist. Do some research and ask your PCP for a referral. The allergist will do a complete history and look up you nose down your throat and then decide if you should be tested either by skin testing( no antihistamines for 5-7 days prior ) or throught RAST blood tests. Most docs will try medications first before offering allergy shots. Just remember that inmmuunotherapy is a commitment to a least a year if not more of shots, first weekly then bi-weekly then monthly. I hope this helped. Alsotry to drink water it thins out the mucous. store the eye drops in the fridge it is more soothing that way. and remember to use the Flonase and make sure you are using it correctly.

I too am a food network addict. there I said it . I love the 30 minute meals and good eats. I have tried to make te 30 minute meals but it always takes longer than the 30. maybe they use special lights or cameras. I used to watch low carb and loving it but I don't like the way he rushes though a dish . anyway I get ideas from all of them and tryto adapt them to me and my new lifestyle.