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Looking for Bandsters in Dubai and Qatar
eenerms replied to Norskambandster's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I was banded in Doha at Al Amadi Hospital. (Private) the Governement hosp. does less expensive but you have a difficult time with followup. I've had my band for 17 months and have 10 cc fill. Lost 66 lbs(30 kgs) but it is work. Stalled right now. Hang in there. -
Just got home from banding/ Dr. Mohammed Al Amadi at Al Amadi Hospital Doha, Qatar. I believe I was the only western woman they have done. I stood out:smile:. Beginning weight 288 target weight 150-160
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6th fill..haven't hit my sweet spot yet. But still losing. Off to Paris next week! Hope I don't do too much damage:cool2:
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I hear ya! I have lost 60 lbs and my airtravel experiences have been great. Fit in the seat, can put the tray down and walk easily between terminals! I go to the gym everyday and on the off day go bowling! I love my band TOO!:thumbup:
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I am so happy!! I thought for sure traveling and eating out MOST of the time I would have not lost any or even gained some kgs back. Today I went for a fill and I had lost over 3kgs!! Yippee!! I'll be back on the forum now that I am home.:cool2:
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I've been in the USA for a month now heading back to the Middleast end of July. I have been remiss visiting the website due to ALL THE traveling I've been doing. I've been steady at the gym, but I'm afraid I fell off the cheese wagon again:). I'll see tomorrow if I have maintained or lost any more. Last weigh in was 106.9 kg.(June 14) fingers crossed!
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WATER ... It's sposed to be good for ya!
eenerms replied to Southern Missy's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I drink up( well not right up) to eating and wait 30 minutes after to drink anything. Hardest part for me was not having a glass of wine with a good dinner. But I figure once in a while won't hurt me especially if it's a special occassion. My weight loss is going well over all. -
Two weeks in Sweden and Denmark...fell off the cheese wagon, but I was careful and didn't over indulge. It was difficult eating when I am used to, small meals over the day. Got my protein with fish, and occassional egg and...cheese:drool: Go for another weigh in and hopefully a fill next week. I don't think I did too much damage..probably didn't lose but didn't gain either!!
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Sweden was great< Liked Denmark too. Expensive but the dollar is taking a hit right now. Just had a weigh in and didn't do too badly Yippeee!!:thumbup:
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I'm SO PISSED OFF!!!
eenerms replied to singledad167's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It is illegal to tell anyone about any medical procedures without the permission of the patient.(IANAL) The Feds take this very seriously. You really should lodge a complaint to the office manager/doctor they want to protect themselves as well as you when it comes to a chatty employee. -
Reading a lot of negative feedback, any regrets?
eenerms replied to AMLP's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I'm losing steadily. But I work the band. Exercise and diet! The only regret I have is that I didn't do it sooner. I'm impatient to be at my goal weight!:wink2: -
-33 pounds, no dieting or walking
eenerms replied to donnabarney's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hear hear! I have lost about 40 pounds and it has been work. I follow a diet of 1400 cals(+/-) a day and exercise EVERY DAY! I know the band is a tool and am using it.:cry_smile: -
Shoulder pain when eating
eenerms replied to mle1211's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yes, it happens to me if I eat too much at once. It's uncomfortable until the food passes through the band. Might take a few hours. -
When were you banded and how much have you lost?
eenerms replied to chrisssssy's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Banded Jan.15/08 lost about 41 lbs. -
I've been sweating quite a bit. Sometime I think it's flashes:huh2: During my workouts I'm dripping. Maybe it is an increase in metabolism.
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Calories...the 1st 6 weeks...How Many?
eenerms replied to raedelicious's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Jiminey Cricket! I was on liquids for 6 weeks!! For 5 weeks I was on a 1400 cals/day, still am but I am eating solids. Banded 1/16/2008 -
Do not starve yourselves!
eenerms replied to nymoosic's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I eat average about 1300 cals/day. I follow a balanced nutritionist planned diet. Sometimes I have difficulties eating enough! You eat when you are hungry and quit when you are satisfied! You NEED calories to lose weight. I recommend using a calorie count website for help. -
No worries. There are plenty of other sources for protiens. Beans/lentels/soya. I'm doing some adjustments in my protien intake because I haven't eaten many eggs or much cheese in the 12 weeks since I was banded.
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How full do they normally fill a 10cc band?
eenerms replied to Leah Peets's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had 2 cc 6 weeks out then 4cc more 4 weeks later. I felt no restriction either times. I go back in three weeks and the we will decide if I need more. -
How strict were you on the NO LIFTING?
eenerms replied to katie78's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Everyone is different. I treated it like my gallbladder surgery and was exercising within the week(not hard) You do what you are able to do. Doesn't help does it? -
Just had my 1st fill -- need advice from old timers
eenerms replied to ericab's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I had my first fill 2/26 felt no restriction. Ate solids I worry that there wasn't enough 'fill'. I go back in a month. -
As others have said in different threads, the time after the surgery is for healing, if you lose weight it is a bonus(looks like you have a huge bonus!). Don't worry.
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I think it is normal (what is normal?) to feel freaked about any surgery. I felt like getting off the gurney on the way into the theater! I was afraid, but now that it is done, I am 98% glad I had it done. I'm 5 weeks out and have lost over 9Kgs (about 20 lbs.) But I'm on a liquid(balanced) diet.
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Day 3 postop- am I drinking enough?
eenerms replied to MrsFlipFlops's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Every morning I drink 2 cups of water & then drink a cup of hot water with lemon juice and a tsp honey. This is per my dietitian. 45 minutes later I start with liquids ( I am alson on liquids for two more weeks) Because I live in the desert I have to make sure I drink enough. Drink small sips over time it's important! -
surgery 2/11 Atenolol
eenerms replied to Beachcomber3's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I take it every day, including the day of the surgery. Are you saying the doc. wants you to take it a week before? Do you have hypertension?