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Anyone banded in Mobile?

Hey all! IM in Mobile. I've been struggling for the last 2 months and just wondering if there is anyone in Mobile who would enjoy going to the gym, park, or somewhere to exercise together

Didn't know we had a support group! Would also be hard for me to get to.

Cool. I was banded by Dr. Weinstein on Sept 24 07. How much have you lost?

I originally expected to be out a week, but decided to do 2 weeks. I went back to work on a Wednesday and decided i didn't want to push myself.

I was banded sept 24th. I will be on mushies on Oct 8. I started at 276 before pre-op diet and as of today im down to 255

I was banded on sept 24 and my fill is oct 28th

I never had mine ooze or anything. It never scabbed over either. Took the strip things off about day 6 My other cuts have scabbed over though

Im getting my first fill 4 weeks after surgery. I think it costs 150$

angel, the lapband definitely is not magic. It controls your appetitie, but not your mind. I had my surgery a week ago monday and my mind is still the same as it was before. You will still have your cravings, etc. It's just something you need to overcome. Like today... I cheated and highly regret it. I was bored so I went up to Sonic and got me an order of cheese sticks. I ate four of them and felt like I was going to vomit all over the place. But, now I realize why I got the lapband. I've lost 20+ lbs now and my mind is set of my future. I hope to become married, have children, etc... that is what keeps me going. Find a hobby or something that will keep your mind off of food!

My dietrician and doctor required 10 days of liquids then 3 days prior to surgery clear liquids.

Mscas3, surgery is a piece of cake compared to the pre-op diet

My doctor required blood test, urinalisis, Upper GI, EKG and chest x-ray

I didn't take any blood thinners prior to surgery. However, when I got to the hospital they placed these pump things on my legs they pumped up and down. I also received 5 blood thinner shots after surgery. (Not sure what i got during)

On my right side, about an inch from center

Does anyone have any tips for pureed foods?

So far im thinking chilli and mashed potatoes. Im just worried about getting protein, etc. My doctor hasn't given me any plans or shake information. Since my surgery ive been eating creamed soups three times a day and lots of water.

I didn't have any complications. Never even received pain medication after the surgery. Everyone is different and some people handle going under and surgery better.

Considering the pre-op thing, my doctor now has a rule that if someone gains weight between the time when they were approved and to their surgery he cancels the surgery. He also said that when he goes into surgery if it requires the person being cut open he stops there and doesn't do it.

I woke up in the operating room after surgery. I kinda had a "why did i do this" feeling. I woke up while the people while getting me into my bed, they kept telling me to lift my legs and i couldn't. I could feel that something was different with my stomach. I never felt any bad pain but the nurse gave me two shots into my iv to keep me relaxed. It was weird because the last thing I remember was hugging my brother waiting to go into surgery and then waking up right after. Everyone still had their masks and hat things on. When I went into recovery i dosed on and off. I think I was having trouble breathing so they gave me an oxygen mask. When i got into my room they kept checking in, etc. During my visit I received 4 blood thinner shots in my stomach, gave blood 2 times. The iv made me have to pee every 15 minutes.

Also had surgery yesterday.. got home today at 2pm. really sore from incisions.

September 24 here. This Monday :-o

My name is Mandy. I'm a paralegal at a law firm in Mobile, Alabama. I'm 21 years old. I'm having my lap band surgery this Monday (Sept 24)!!!!!! :eek:

Good luck Kelly :whoo: