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watching what I Eating less and Exercising...but still NOT able to lose much weight!
Nologoz replied to vkcse03's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
You are describing my worst fear. I would be so upset. I'm so sorry, that must be horrible. There must be something physically wrong... The diet you describe above seems quite modest. I would go to the doctor...even though it could just be a temporary plateau. Not knowing your caloric intake could also be the problem. For example, last month I stopped losing weight all of a sudden. After three weeks I had lost nothing. Then I tried one thing to solve the problem...I stopped getting my morning and afternoon mochas from the coffeeshop that is conveniently located next door to my work. I lost a pound the next day. ...and I continue to lose now that I get Iced Coffees with Low fat milk and sugar instead. It turns out those Mochas have like 800 calories! I knew they werent low fat...but I'd never have guessed 800 calories each. -
Congrats Allison! Dont'cha just love being a bandster?:w00t: My guess is Allison found her "sweet spot" quickly. I dunno for sure cuz the band works differently for everyone... But in my situation I found my sweet spot about 3 months after surgery...so the pounds have just flown off.
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My experience as a bandster has been that I lose my appetite for anything that gets stuck. I'm pretty lucky. I can eat beef, chicken, etc. But one time...I got stuck on very chewy bbq chicken wings... and I will never try to eat those again! .
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Name: NATASHA Date you were banded: April 2nd '08 Weight loss to date:28 lbs How are you feeling? Not Hungry! Got my first fill yesterday...5cc's in a 10cc band. Hope this lasts! I love my band.
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I'm not a doctor, but I would guess that you are passing out due to dehydration and rapid weight loss. I had this happen to me about ten years ago when I was on one of my starvation diets. One moment I was fine...the next moment everything would go grey and my vision would get distorted for a few seconds...then suddenly it would clear up and go away. It happened quite a few times, but only twice (when I came down with a cold) did I actually faint and fall to the floor. I think the fact that you were eating both times is probably just a coincidence...but you should definately talk to your doctor about it just in case I'm wrong.
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...and I feel great! I'm down about 20 lbs since surgery and feel almost no hunger (even without a fill). I still have cravings for food, but not being hungry really helps control the craving. I feel healthier and find it much easier to get around then I used to. I have had a few minor NSV's: the seatbelt in my car has more slack, my jeans are getting baggy, and my large bath towel wraps around my body better than it used to.
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I hope you are doing better than you were a week ago. I just got your message and I hope you are ok. If you haven't already, I would demand to be seen by your doctor. Are you able to drink soups or protien shakes?
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Had surgery on the 2nd, went home same day. Days 2-4 were the most difficult to get through. It's now been 13 days since surgery and I feel 100% recovered (except for a few scabs on my scars). Now I just have to wait for the first fill...
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I don't think it really had an effect. The scars are in different places. The gall bladder suregery had a scar in near the belly button and around the lower stomach...with only a few upper incisions. The lapband incisions are all at least one inch above the belly button and much easier to deal with that the GB incisions. For example, I can wear jeans and the waistband doesnt hit any of the incisions. I doubt it would make a difference...I'm sure the Surgeon would have mentioned it if it was an issue.:purplebananna:
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Oh man, I can relate! I have the gurgles...big time. It's day 4 post op for me and I'm really starting to feel better. I am up and doing light chores around the house, wearing normal clothes (instead of a nightgown), and walking my dog. Last night I was able to sleep on my side for the 1st time since the operation. The difficulties currently are a gurgling stomach, ZERO appetite (really hard to drink those protien shakes), and a general sadness that I cant eat chili, bbq chicken, or a salad yet. :regular_smile: It's really remarkable how full I get on such a small amount of food. I hope this feeling stays and isn't just a post op lack of appetite. I think it must be the band because when I had surgery before (gall bladder) I was ravenous by the second day after the operation. I'm just keeping my fingers crossed that this band will continue to make me feel full on such a small amout of food.
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Hey there... I had surgery on the 2nd at noon. I'm told surgery took about 20 minutes. I woke up as they were wheeling me out of the Operating Room. I was groggy but felt fine. Had some minor gas pain and a sore throat. Once I walked around the gas pain subsided. The pain meds numbed the sore throat. I was released from the hospital at 7pm and home by 8. Since I have been home I have been walking and the gas pain from surgery is gone. I have zero appetite and its hard to drink the Protein powder. My stomach is gurgling a bit, but I don't have nausia and I'm not hungry. I do enjoy drinking the broth though...feels good on my sore throat. I do have a little back pain from getting up and down out of chairs and the bed, and from sleeping on my back. I'm a side/stomach sleeper...so laying on my back to sleep has been the hardest part of the whole ordeal.
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Hey Kathy,
I'm doing well.
My throat is still sore and I do have occasional gas, but otherwise I'm doing great. I'm having trouble getting down the protein shakes...All I really want to eat is broth and ice chips!
How are you doing now? Are you going out? Driving? Still on Pain meds?
Unfortunately I'm dealing with healing and a broken water pipe that has flooded the downstairs where I sleep and use the computer. I've relocated upstairs and using a wireless computer...but the power keeps going out due to all the equipment the water restoration people have set up to dry up the flood. Why couldnt the pipe have waited a week or two before busting? Just my luck to have it happen day 2 home from the hospital!
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Your words express my feelings exactly. Had surgery this morning...I'm at home now...and other than a sore throat, I feel great!
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Hey there.
Thanks for the good wishes.
I know how you feel being nervous...but let me just tell you that I had really good experience and feel great so far.
I'm off to bed now, but do feel free to message me with any questions (or even if you just want to talk)
ttys
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The Oregon Bariatric Center at Sacred Heart Medical Center
Nologoz replied to Nologoz's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
If you have the same experience I just had, things will move FAST after insurance approval. I got a call the day after it was approved and had my pre-op appt scheduled the following week. I just got released from the hospital (had surgery with Dr Yarborogh earlier today). I feel great! Dr Yarborough is fantastic. Everyone at the hospital, the nurses, CNA's, and the anesthesiologist....they were all great! :huh2: -
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