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I was told yesterday that my gall bladder will be removed during the banding.. WOW, getting a weeee bit nervous. Has anyone else experienced the banding and gall bladder done at the same time? How does that effect the recovery time? I have read several threads about gall bladder problems after banding. Any information will be greatly appericated. OFFICAL DATE FOR BANDING 06-28-05

Hi All I found liquid Protein in GNC. Its berry flavored 18g protein,per serving. Take 3 tablespoons between or before meals.... the taste is very tart but not unpleasent and its a welcoming change from the powder mix. Cost 18.00 for 16 FL OZ.

Hello everyone, I was banded on June 28, its been a week .Minimal amount of pain my worst episode was having to drink the yellow Fluid from the bowels of hell.,omg that is the most foulest tasting liquid on earth. I'm doing better everyday managed to walk around the neighborhood for 30 minutes yesterday. experienced some discomfort my first few days at home.. gas and difficulty getting out of the bed. thank GOD for GAS-X AND 2 STRONG ARMS... Had lost 10 pounds before surgery, and 10 this week. staying on the liquid diet but have upgraded to creamy Soups made watery..its really a threat after bland liquids for days. Vitamins,water and the Protein drink HOPE EVERYONE HAD A GREAT 4th. MZFAB50

welcome to band land...your going to love it here...

Hi giveyouthemoon Thank you for the well wishes... I love your screen name...

Hi Alexander If you find out the name of that yellow foul tasting liquid, please let me know.....I shiver at the thought of having to drink that again...please please put my mind at ease and tell me that will be the last time I will ever, ever have to drink that ****lol

I know this is a subject people try to avoid, however in the past few months we have been made aware of the necessity for having a living will. Having my family and friends know what my wishes are is very important and I don't want anyone guessing or causing conflict. I found a web site that reasonable and easy.. the cost is $5.00 and takes less than 10 minutes to complete.you can print it upon completion... send a copy of your living will to family or whom ever you wish to know your wishes ..the site is called... LivingWillsNow.COM my surgery is schedule for 06-28-05 and I'm trying to cross all T's and dot all I's before Tuesday. Just thought I would share this information.

Good luck...speedy recovery...

I have enjoyed reading all the post, been informed, encouraged and laughed until I almost wet my pants. My surgery is schedule for June 28 2005. If all post op test are satisfactory. EKG, chest xray,etc. also have to attend a post op class this Friday. I live in the Maryland, 48yrs young and soon to be fabulous at 50. Wife of very handsome man, mother of 4 and grandmother of 6 beautiful girls. 5'0 200lbs sleep apnea, joint problems etc..BMI 39 Dr.Sighn in Baltimore is doing my banding. LOVE TO ALL Debbie

Happy Birthday Ladies

Lu Ann, I'm excited also...on the banding count down... 6 days to banding how are you progressing with your surgery date?

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thanks everyone for your support....I panicked Friday when the admissions person told me that my gall bladder was going to be removed... that was news to me...i was shocked. I trust Dr. Sighn...but I was planning on leaving the hospital with all of my body parts...lol since friday i have discovered that 80% of folks that do not have it removed will have to at some point after bariatric surgery. its because of the high Protein intake and rapid weight loss. Looking at the positive side... losing the gall bladder i'm ahead of my weight loss goal by atleast a few ounces... and i have to agree, its better to have it done now than later.... thanks guys

schedule for June 28 Congrats to all June bandsters

hello, I'm assuming you are in the Maryland...Dr.Singh would be a good place to start for information....410-368-8725...The office is located in Catonsville,MD they would be more than happy to answer any question. hope this is helpful... Good luck to you

OMG, Thanks for the info...will have my husband feed the dogs after my banding..don't want that type of temptation...lol

Saying a prayer for you.

Thank you for the support..

Welcome, Its a journey that we have decided to take,to improve our quality of life. For me I battled the yo yo effect for years ranging from 90-200 lbs. since my early 20's.. i'm now 48.I want to live a healthy life, free from joint pain, rashes,and big a** underwear... lol so welcome newbie, from a fellow Marylander. If you have any question, I will be happy to share any information Debbie

Hello , Thank you for welcoming me to LBT. Looking forward to posting my weight loss. I live in Bowie,MD and seafood is a favorite, but the sacrifices we must make for beauty..lol. The crab population will reach its peeks this year,due to it being a no no for me...this summer. Is it possible to suffer from shrimp withdrawals? OLD BAY seafood seasoning could be my signature scent..lol TAKE CARE