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Hi Ussr28. I got banded by Dr Kuri on Nov 26. He did not fill the band because you will need time to heal after the surgery. You will still lose weight. You will notice going into the 5th and 6th week you may start to get your old appetite back and you will be ready for your first fill when that 6th week comes. I just had my first fill mid Jan and I have since lost another 5 lbs. Slowly bit surely it's coming off and will for you too. Maybe even faster. . I absolutely love Dr Kuri and his staff. They took such good care of me during and after my surgery. All his staff is very nice. Annabelle especially. I was so pleased I went back to Dr Kuri for my fill as well. I didn't want to go anywhere else. I am from AZ tho so both trips were easy for me. Good luck with your surgery. I am so happy I made the choice to get lap band for myself. Best wishes to you!!!

I had my surgery done on Tuesday, November 26th and didn't go back to work until Monday the 2nd. I feel I could have gone to work on Friday, but I was off because of Thanksgiving. Most likely you would be fine, driving to school and sitting through a class depending how long it is, you may need to get up and walk in between if it's a long seesion. Just make sure to not carry anything heavy. You may have to leave your books behind and just bring a notebook. Everyone does adjust differently however, so you may have to just use your judgement when the time comes. Maybe notify your teachers that you are having surgery and could potentially miss class, but that you will try to be there as long as you are feeling well. I'm sure they would understand. Or as someone aboved mentioned maybe reschedule to have the surgery done over spring break. Best wishes and Good luck!

Surgery went well. Had it done yesterday morning and was released this morning. A little sore at the incision sites and some shoulder pain. Nothing unbearable. Just walking and walking and waiting for my flight home.

Uhhhggg. I feel like I have a cold coming on and I am suppose to be banded next Tuesday. I don't want to be turned away for being sick!! Does anyone know what is ok to take to get rid of the muck just before surgery?

Thanks Icy, I emailed my patient facilitator so I'm sure she will get back to me in the morning. I definitely wouldn't want to go through with the surgery if my body is weak. I just know they told me not to take things like aspirin or ibuprofen this week but was hoping I could do something like Tylenol cold. I have stuck to hot tea and honey for now and some Vitamin c drops. It could just be allergies too.

Bring the lip balm... Check!! lol Congrats Icy. I'm glad it everything went well for you!

Congratualation! You look wonderful!

Glad it went well for you twinsmommy. Best wishes to you on a smooth recovery.

Thanks irishflower78! Yep, I'm on it!

Thanks ErinMarie. Your exactly right. I don't have to let anyone know for I fear I wouldn't be supported. I have only told 2 people other than this forum and thank goodness because tho I want to keep my decision semi private in my personal life I feel I can get support on this forum as people don't know me or some may have experience that is similar to me. Everyone's feedback has been a positive impact on me and I'm very appreciative of that. Although I'm doing it alone I don't really feel that way thanks to many of you.

That is great you met up. Please let me know if you do so again and I will join. . I will have to see if I can find the November thread. I seem to have a little trouble navigating on this phone app. lol glad you are doing well. Keep us updated.

Congrats Icy. Glad it went well for you. Good luck freedom! I will be praying for you. I'm just around the corner. Getting banded next Tuesday!! Can't wait!

Hi all! I'm getting banded by Dr Kuri next Tuesday. So glad to see all the positive posts on this thread. Glad everyone is doing well.

Congrats Moxy and good luck LindZ. I'm scheduled for next Tuesday. It can't come soon enough for me.

I am having it done in Mexico because insurance and my BMI is under 35 and currently I have no comorbidities. I have yo-yo dieted for years and can lose some weight but I tend to always gain back and then some. I honestly at one point didn't think I would be able to qualify it have it done because I thought their were even stricter requirements to qualify. Then I happened to stumble upon a conversation one day and found out that I could potential have the lap band procedure done and use t as a tool to lose Nd maintain before I run into health related issues as obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure all run in my family. As well as I will soon be 40 and dieting seems to get harder and harder the older I get. I just decided I want to make the choice to do this now and have the healthier lifestyle with the assistance of the band.

Congratulations Dragonstar!! I'm glad the surgery went well and you are getting through the post op days. Keep us updAted on how you are doing!

Welcome canthony! I too just joined this site for info, support, and encouragement. So far thanks to everyone my questions are being answered. I'll be praying for you for good news. I unfortunately was denied by my insurance so I have made the choice to have my procedure done in Mexico. If there is anyone that went through this same experience please let me know how it went. I am very confident with my decision to get banded however still nervous about having to go out of the US.

Hi Kelmet! My surgery is scheduled for next Tuesday. I will keep you posted how it goes. I too found the info and support from everyone on this forum to be so helpful and encouraging. I have been both nervous and excited about getting banded but the more I get feedback from everyone the more excited and motivated I get. I'm so ready for this.

Congratulations FLORIDAYS on being a low BMI bandster!! When did you get banded? Have you reached your goal weight now and just trying to maintain? I know everyone is different but just curious on how many times you had to fill/unfill to be comfortable. And once a goal weight is reached how to maintain. Thanks for the feedback. It's so encouraging hearing your success. Though I know it's not an easy road but you prove it can be done. . Congrats again! What an accomplishment.

Hi all, I am getting banded on November 26th. This was a very big decision for me and I am so excited that my surgery date is just around the corner. I have been yo-yo dieting for years and as I get older it has just been harder and headset to keep the weight off. It has been so great hearing everyone's experiences and I saw some other low BMI bandsters from back in July and August. Would love to hear back from anyone as to how you are doing after these past few months and if there is any newbies out there about to go through this with me. . Best wishes everyone!

Thanks Princessleah! I'm very glad you are doing well 7 days post op. I was not prescribed the pre op diet so I have not had that pressure so far. I have however cut out things like soda and eating out just to prepare myself for what's to come post op. I have been successful of dropping weight in the past but never successful keeping it off. And when I gain it back I gain even more. What has always worked best for me is the Appetite suppressants when I am on them however I get unhealthy side affects as in no sleep until the point I just crash. Otherwise I can be a healthy eater and love most healthy foods even over many junk foods. My biggest issue is portion control because I always feel hungry. I am hoping I can find the right fill to curb my appetite and be successful. I have a lot of motivation going for me. I am so ready to feel comfortable in even a pair of jeans again. I'm tired of the yoga pants. Lol. Keep me updated on how you are doing and if you have any recommendations based on your experiences send them my way!!! Best wishes to your road to healing and this new life venture.

Congrats YaYa1397! Wishing you a smooth recovery. Keep us pre-ops updated. I go in for my surgery next Tuesday, Nov 26th. Can't wait!

Congrats IrishFlower78! How is everything going for you? I am getting banded November 26th. I'm from AZ, however I am traveling to Mx to have it done because of my insur. Getting every excited counting down the days. Hope you and everyone else are doing well.

I'm a week out. My date is November 26th. Thank you all for posting your experiences. It helps settle the nerves to know things to expect post-op. Can't wait!

I'm getting that same thing AmandaRaeLeo. I'm glad to hear your Mexico was an amazing success. I am getting banded Nov 26th and having it done in Mx. I've done a lot of research for months and feel very confident about my decision. I will admit I am feeling a bit anxious as the date is right around the corner now but also so excited to become a healthier me.