JerseyGirl2u
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Congrats on your weight loss... You've done very well! Thanks for he friend add!!! Lucy
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Hi everyone!! It's been a while. I'm down about 60lbs... a bit disappointed that is all the weight I lost. I pretty much stopped losing all together. I'm ok with my weight right now... The only problem that i had a fill about 6 weeks ago, and i now have developed reflux!!! It's horrible!! It happens at night... acid actually comes up into the throat, and mouth by itself.. like vomit in your sleep! I will get up maybe 2x a nite choking! I'm fine during the day, but I'm having the problem at night. I cut off drinking or eating anything around 7... but no luck. I take previcid 2x a day, but no relief. I have an apt. w/ the doctors tomorrow.. hopefully he can figure something out w/o unfilling me!!! But I have to honestly say... Getting the band was the best thing I ever did for myself. Best wishes to all!! Lucy
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Hi everyone!! It's been a while. I'm down about 60lbs... a bit disappointed that is all the weight I lost. I pretty much stopped losing all together. I'm ok with my weight right now... The only problem that i had a fill about 6 weeks ago, and i now have developed reflux!!! It's horrible!! It happens at night... acid actually comes up into the throat, and mouth by itself.. like vomit in your sleep! I will get up maybe 2x a nite choking! I'm fine during the day, but I'm having the problem at night. I cut off drinking or eating anything around 7... but no luck. I take previcid 2x a day, but no relief. I have an apt. w/ the doctors tomorrow.. hopefully he can figure something out w/o unfilling me!!! But I have to honestly say... Getting the band was the best thing I ever did for myself. Best wishes to all!! Lucy
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Hi everyone!! It's been a while. I'm down about 60lbs... a bit disappointed that is all the weight I lost. I pretty much stopped losing all together. I'm ok with my weight right now... The only problem that i had a fill about 6 weeks ago, and i now have developed reflux!!! It's horrible!! It happens at night... acid actually comes up into the throat, and mouth by itself.. like vomit in your sleep! I will get up maybe 2x a nite choking! I'm fine during the day, but I'm having the problem at night. I cut off drinking or eating anything around 7... but no luck. I take previcid 2x a day, but no relief. I have an apt. w/ the doctors tomorrow.. hopefully he can figure something out w/o unfilling me!!! But I have to honestly say... Getting the band was the best thing I ever did for myself. Best wishes to all!! Lucy
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Hi everyone!! It's been a while. I'm down about 60lbs... a bit disappointed that is all the weight I lost. I pretty much stopped losing all together. I'm ok with my weight right now... The only problem that i had a fill about 6 weeks ago, and i now have developed reflux!!! It's horrible!! It happens at night... acid actually comes up into the throat, and mouth by itself.. like vomit in your sleep! I will get up maybe 2x a nite choking! I'm fine during the day, but I'm having the problem at night. I cut off drinking or eating anything around 7... but no luck. I take previcid 2x a day, but no relief. I have an apt. w/ the doctors tomorrow.. hopefully he can figure something out w/o unfilling me!!! But I have to honestly say... Getting the band was the best thing I ever did for myself. Best wishes to all!! Lucy
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Protein Drinks Vs Meal Replacements Drinks
JerseyGirl2u posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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Best Wishes!!! Remember it's just a tool... U have to do all the work!!! & Don't expect over night weight loss! If you ever have an questions or wanna chat, hit me up. Lots of luck!!
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Whata you mean your a bit stuck??? Scale is not movin or u got food stuck??? If you're talkin about the scale not moving.. .don't be alarmed. You may need a slight fill.. I'm a bit on a standstill the moment. Seems like once you hit that 50lb mark.. you slow down big time! Keep me posted on your progress! Lucy
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I know what sliming is, and what I'm experiencing is not sliming... It's just excessive saliva production. I dont have to eat anything... and it comes on...The faster I swallow it.. the faster it produces.. This really sounds gross!! haha... :cursing:
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Wow... you look fantastic girl!!!!!!!!! How you been?? I just came accross a message you sent me right after my surgery!! It was rude of me not keeping in touch!! Let me know how your doing!! lucy
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OMG.. I have the same problem!! I just got a fill a week ago.. and now I have too much saliva building up for no reason in my mounth! My mouth is producing it!!! I've been searching this site for some answers, and havent found it!!!! Please someone help us!!! LOL
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How much can I lose?
JerseyGirl2u replied to Chentelwilliams's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi everyone... I was banded on 4/16/08, and down 53lbs. Some people think that was quick.. but it wasn't quick enough for me! For the last month I've lost nothing at all... Trust me, it gets discouraging!!! You just have to remember, you didn't gain it over night... nor did you gain it all over the last 6 mo... As long as it's coming off... who cares how long it takes. So far, I'm really am happy with my results. I do exercise every day.. I walk 2 miles on my treadmill 30 min... You have to work at it!!! and it's NOT EASY!!! Eventually we will all meet our GOAL!!! You all must remember the band is a TOOL... and not a automatic Weight loss system!!! I have relatives that have had the Gastric done, and I have to be honest... the weight came off of them QUICK!! My cousin lost over 100 in 7 months!! She takes tons of Pills, and looks like CRAP! Sorry to say that, but I don't know how else to describe it. Very withdrawn... face sunken in, lost alotta hair... white as a ghost... soooo un-healthy looking!!! I think when you loose it slow, you body adjusts sooo much better and less flabby skin and you look sooo much healthier!! What ever you decide, I wish you best of luck!! God bless you all on your weight loss!!! -
female only ORGASM, why is my PORT area givin me a PROBLEM?
JerseyGirl2u posted a topic in The Gals' Room
I'm really embarrassed to talk about this stuff, but I need to know if anyone is feeling this. As I begin to climax, the Muscles in my port area start contracting, and totally ruins everything!!! It's like kids banging at your door in the heat of the moment!!! Who the heck wants to be reminded about their band during this time???? It's been 5.5 mo, since surgery....How long will this last???? Is this forever?? Now it's taking me forever to reach climax because of this! :tt2: -
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To all that have had lap band
JerseyGirl2u replied to packmiss's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I don't have that problem, but I would recommend taking Miralax. (you can get this at your local supermarket or drug store) You mix it w/ water, and have it everyday. I give that to my son because he has problems going. Because the stool sits too long, it becomes very hard and bulky, making it difficult to come out, and causes bleeding. Good luck! -
Hair Loss After 2nd Fill
JerseyGirl2u replied to Barbiek's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm sorry, but this is only the beginning!!!! I've been banded for 5 months, and loosing hair!! Make sure you take your protein and take Biotin Vitamin. It helps a little, but will not stop the hair loss. I've also went to see a dermatologist, and she said it's because of your decrease in calorie intake, and rapid weight loss. I hope it ends soon!!! Good Luck to you! -
Hey Bandaisowunder, Congrats!!! I wish you best of luck. It will be a little difficult in the beginning, and going though the adjustments will be rough, but at the end it will be all worth it!! I love my band! This was the best thing I ever did for myself. God Bless and keep me posted on your progress!!!:thumbup:
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Hair loss!!!!!!!!need help!!!!!
JerseyGirl2u posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ok... I have been banded for 4.5 months, and shedding like a DOG! I take in approx 75-80 grams of Protein A day, I also take Biotin. Thank god I have a lot of hair to begin with, but that will not last much longer at this rate. Anyone Experience this??? How long does it last??? Anyone have any suggestions???I do eat well... HELP!!!:w00t: -
I'm 3 weeks post-op... and I have a burning sensation that comes and goes over the port site, and surrounding area... Its an uncomfortable feeling. I told the Dr. about it, and he tells me it's part of the healing processes, that the muscles are healing??? Any one experience these feelings??
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Hair loss!!!!!!!!need help!!!!!
JerseyGirl2u replied to JerseyGirl2u's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
YES, taking multi Vitamin and Calcium!! Everyday.... -
Feeling wonderful!! Down 43lbs and Wearing size 12 Jeans!!! Finally noticing the weight loss. People are noticing.. and it makes me feel good. It's been 8 months since I stopped smoking, My cholesterol has dropped from 257 to 191!! It's now considered NORMAL! I even had a halter monitor on for 24hrs, and the results have improved since prior to surgery! This has all been worth it!! I do have some pain once in a while where the band is located. I think it's more of a spasms then anything. I also have learned that I need to eat slow.. otherwise my food will get stuck, and it's not a pretty site. One thing I would like to let you all know, I still do not get a full feeling. Never had! I've told my Doctor, and they keep filling me.. .and the easier food gets stuck. I think everyone is different. You have people that take a couple of bits and are full... then u got people like me that can eat 2 cups of food, and are fine.... I think it's depends on the person. You need to be aware of what you are putting in your mouth, and know when to back off the table. But I have to say, I don't think 43 lbs in 4.5 mo is too bad! I've learned to eat better, and make wiser choices of foods and I walk 2.5 miles a day!!!! Thats it for now... God bless!:tt2:
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Feeling wonderful!! Down 43lbs and Wearing size 12 Jeans!!! Finally noticing the weight loss. People are noticing.. and it makes me feel good. It's been 8 months since I stopped smoking, My cholesterol has dropped from 257 to 191!! It's now considered NORMAL! I even had a halter monitor on for 24hrs, and the results have improved since prior to surgery! This has all been worth it!! I do have some pain once in a while where the band is located. I think it's more of a spasms then anything. I also have learned that I need to eat slow.. otherwise my food will get stuck, and it's not a pretty site. One thing I would like to let you all know, I still do not get a full feeling. Never had! I've told my Doctor, and they keep filling me.. .and the easier food gets stuck. I think everyone is different. You have people that take a couple of bits and are full... then u got people like me that can eat 2 cups of food, and are fine.... I think it's depends on the person. You need to be aware of what you are putting in your mouth, and know when to back off the table. But I have to say, I don't think 43 lbs in 4.5 mo is too bad! I've learned to eat better, and make wiser choices of foods and I walk 2.5 miles a day!!!! Thats it for now... God bless!:tongue2:
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Wow... what a story. I'm really sorry to hear about your experience. My question to you is, have you been seeing a nutritionists? I know I'm no doctor, and I'm not a truly experienced bandster, but your situation doesn't sound right. Something is wrong. You may want to seek a 2nd opinion. Even if you are in starving mode... your body will start loosing weight eventually. No way can you go on for 1 full year, and not eat, and not lose weight. What ever you are putting in your body must be High in calories, and you are not burning enough calories because of lack of exercise. Please see a nutritions for guidance. Best wishes to you. Lucy
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Hey Patriciann, I'm sorry I have not responded. I also did not see your post. To bad there isn't some kind of notification sent. Anyways, I'm doing really well. Have had 2 Fills so far. I do not go to the meetings. I dont feel the need to. I see the nutritionist when I see Dr. Strom, and thats about it. I'm down 31lbs and it will be 8 Weeks on MONDAY!!! Not bad! I really don't have much restriction, but I do watch the amount of food I take in, and what I'm eating. I'm really scared to screw something up! Being stuck is terrifying to me.. so I watch everything i put into my mouth. How are you doing?? Keep me posted on your progress. Lucy
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Hey Lovey... Just checkin up on you! How are you??? I'm hangin in there. i have another dr. apt on Thursday. I think i need another fill. Just dont have that full feeling when I'm eating. It comes on 2 hrs later. I know.. it's weird... Hopefully everything is ok.. I'll keep you posted. Hope all is well with you. Keep in touch!