NormaRae
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Considering a lap band - scared after reading this forum!
NormaRae replied to Elrix's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I had my lapband 10 years ago. It has worked well overall. There were times that I would eat too much and throw up but it was occasional. Now I have been having some problems. A recent endoscopy revealed intestinal metaplasia. The doctor suggested removing the band and I answered why would I want to do that? That was before the biopsy came back. He did not tell me anything more. My surgeon is in a different state. Has anyone had this problem? I’m wondering if I just have the fluid removed, is it possible that my situation would repair itself? It is obviously pre cancer but I don’t want to wait for full blown cancer. -
Any October Bandsters!??!?!
NormaRae replied to SoCalCass's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Good for you Don! You are looking good! -
There is always room for one more. Welcome! Dr. Lahmann was my doctor too. He is wonderful but did you know that Dr. Lahmann and Dr. Joyce both attend every surgery. You get two excellent surgeons for the price of one. I am sure you are getting excited and perhaps a little unsure of everything. It has been almost 15 months since I had my surgery. My only regret is that I did not do it sooner. Best Wishes on your surgery and keep us posted.
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Hi Ellinida,
I hope you are doing well and have had your surgery. I have not been to a support meeting for some time. I guess I have been busy. It sounds as if you have gone through some difficult times. Here's hoping that 2010 and the new you will be the new beginning of a more joyfull life!
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Are you doing anything for bandaversary?
NormaRae replied to sim78's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
It's been a wonderful experience. My overall health is so much better than it has been for many years. Somehow I have trouble believing that I am a senior citizen because I feel so healthy. I am wearing the same size clothes my 36 year old daughter wears. Yet, there is a small voice in the back of my head saying "Will this last or be like the other times you have lost weight and regrettably found it again"? I hope it will last. I think it will last. I know it will last! -
hi again
Thanks for the message, i went to iowa for the weekend. It was my birthday on Saturday. The woodlands of crest hill is located off theodore, buy the public library. I go 11/6 for consult with dr. joyce....im gonna have it for sure this time. have you had a chance to see my blogs? it kinds goes over what i've ben t hrough the last 2 1/2 years, with kids/ex boyfriend etc..look forwrd to talking to you soon ......................katerina
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Any October Bandsters!??!?!
NormaRae replied to SoCalCass's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks for your kind words. You are right...what a difference a year can make. You are doing very well yourself! Doesn't it feel good!!! -
Any October Bandsters!??!?!
NormaRae replied to SoCalCass's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I finally had a new picture done for my business cards. I am not quite sure if that is really me, but I think it might be...lol. -
Are you doing anything for bandaversary?
NormaRae replied to sim78's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
My best friend will be going away for the weekend after my bandaversary. We will be visiting an Amish area. I am looking forward to some beautiful fall days! -
Hi Giddyup! Sorry to hear about your knee. I have not been to the last couple of support meetings for various reasons. Miss seeing you! How are you doing with your horses? My problem at this point is getting my Protein in. It is so easy to grab the wrong things to eat and you do need to sit down and take time for most Proteins. Bad habits are so easy to get into. Now that I am pretty healthy I can't let those bad habits get hold of me. You were looking really good the last time I saw you. Slow weight loss at this point is not so bad. It may make it easier for your body elasticity to keep up with the loss. Hang in there! Just think how good you feel/look compared to a year ago.
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Hi, I am still here and doing well. Still hoping to find as accountability partner to exercise with? Anyone? Yes, I love Dr. Lahmann. He and his beautiful wife are expecting baby # 4 sometime in September 09... My company, Century 21 ProTeam, 1020 Essington Rd. in Joliet is doing a community service project on 10-24-09 between 11 and 2 pm. It is a pumpkin fest with lots of free stuff for the kids including a petting zoo and pony rides, hot dog lunch, games, face painting....all totally free. Our doctors are helping by sponsoring. Please bring your kids out for a really good time.
