Victoriana

I hope all goes well, you are doing the right thing.

I agree that the fleet enema is very helpfull. It softens and lubricates, and cleanses very effectively. It comes in 3 sizes. Child, Adult, and Extra volumn. It works quickly and it is not uncomfortable. Warm the bottle slightly to get the chill off. Be carefull, do NOT everheat. Set the bottle in a sink full of hot water and keep shaking the bottle to check the temperature. I think this is the most humane method. Ask your Dr.

What a brave and sweet girl, she has a lot of courage. Would she want to read some of the post? Some times the distraction helps. Can she get in some extra sleep? Do you think that she can do something outside the house, perhaps the library? Visit the Pets at a shelter or pet store? I tried everything to keep my mind off my tummy, even though it reminded me often enough! How about a deep massage from a spa? I think the last one is a bit pricey but it sure feels good! It could be a start for loving her body. I agree that the protien drinks are very sustaining. How about getting into beadwork? Making bracelets and earrings and stuff. Its lots of fun, she probably already does most of these things but anything to distract could help. We are all pulling for her!

P.S. Im so proud of you, you were banded after me, and you have lost more weight than me already!! You go girl, and I mean that literally! Good job!

Hummos is a blend of tahinni(crushed sesame seed) and ground up chick peas, sometimes called garbonzo beans. There are roasted garlic types, ground olive types and some peppery types for starters. a lot of different stores have different brands. The containers are usually small so its ok to experiment. It is often used on warm fresh pita bread, sometimes fallafel, salads and crackers Its Mediteranian in orgin. have fun!

WOW Ladies! Ican only say Im so sorry for your bad experiences, my heart goes out to you. It shows me just how vigilant we need to be when working with this band. I still havent had a fill and I cant feel the band at all, I hope this is normal. It seems that you had some internal intuition, and you followed that lead. I hope I can be as astute as you are. Thank you for your care for us in sharing your experiences. Ill remember you in my prayers.

I believe you are being hard on yourself, and I do believe that it is important to look at truth and recognize problems and try to resolve issues. There is definate baggage when moslestation is involved and counseling can help you take the power that was taken from you when you were victimized.(unfortunately there is a little experience with this) You are worth following through on this point, even if it is a little way down the road. As Jack said its about baby steps. Pat yourself on the back as you have already taken HUGE steps in correcting the things that have taken away your happiness. You also mentioned mood swings, and there is a possiblilty of chemical imbalances that can be corrected with proper meds. You are very courageous because you are not afraid of self examination and you have to give yourself credit for this. There are tons of people that refuse to take responsibility for thier own happiness, It is truly a choice and when people dont believe that, then they dont even try to make choices or make changes. Its called POV or perception of victimization. It can truly disable anyone that has been traumatized. Can you see that you have started to make changes and that is usually pretty scary for most people. There is a line in a song that says it takes a little while to turn the Titanic around. What I like to remember is that one very small rudder (compared to the size of the Titanic) actually can and does turn lots of Titanic sized ships around. Mercedes, you have given yourself the gift of wings.

At first the out of pocket was $8.ooo.oo and I am waiting for insurance to reemburse me. I had pre approval but my clinic wanted thier cut up front. I could not have done this without insurance as I know my clinic charges $19.5000 now, but when I first started investigating thier charge was $17.500. This pays the Hospital, anesthesia,surgeon,and 1 full year of follow-up appt including all fills and unfills. I think that this is very comprehensive as I also had the pre op phyc eval, nutrition eval, and Surgeon eval wrapped up in this charge. I had to pay my co-op charges for Cardioligist, sleep study (found to have apnea and needed c-pap), and primary care approval. My cardiologist needed bloodwork and nuclear scan of my heart to clear me for the band. He was extreamly happy that I chose this option, he wouldn't clear me for a bypas or rny surgery.

I believe you would get a fever, If you can see where your port is and it is sticking out as much as I envision it, I would also get a second opinion. My port reminds me that is it there whenever I bend over to tie my shoes. but usually I forget that it is even there.

My Dr. said to take the pills one at a time on an empty stomach, swallow some water between each one, and take it slow. I have to take a horse pill called niacinamide which is a slow release. After I get my fill I bellieve that I should get the half doses and take 2 pills in place of the one large one. So far Ive had no trouble, thank goodness.

Jack you crack me up! I think you could make money writing shoebox cards. As for the gas, yup and yea protien shakes do make me worse, but I use digestive enzymes and that helps tremendously!

This is really good thinking on our moderators part, Thanks, I learn something new everyday. I hope though that there isn't an awfull lot posted here as none of us wish to have any complications, however Im sure that this thread is needed. Good job!

Im glad you are discovering this about yourself, arent you? I hope all goes well for you, Please keep us posted on your findings, we are always here! Blessings.

You can also fight candida by taking live enteric coated lactobacillus and bifidus, found at the health food stores. The enteric coating allows the capsule to only open in an alkaline environment which is in the latter part of the small intestine. These good biotics sometimes referred to as probiotics excrete enzymes that are hostile to candida, and viruses. There is so much danger by not geting rid opf the ulcer causing bad guys!!, at least candida will not kill you. the candida does require sugar to reproduce so there are cleansing diets that you can go on, no refined carbs, no sugar, no potatoes or rice, chips etc. This combo gives the candida a one two punch. Another thing is that when the candida reacts with sugar, you can actually produce as much as 1 pint of alcohol in your gut causing headachs, lethargy and later on liver produced cholesterol. I would visit a naturpath DR. asap and get on the natural cures for candida and also take the antibiotic the get rid of the stomach bacteria and then be able to get the band. If you noticed that you continually crave sugar, the candida is asking for your cooperation... Dont give it!!!

I liked cream of wheat, Blended Gispacho soup, refried beans with melted cheese, I put a little taco seasoning in the beans to liven them up a bit, Baby food from the jars, some of the stuff is actually ok. Cheddar cheese chewed very well, and Baked squash with a little parmasian cheese salt and pepper, Steamed apples with cinammon and brown sugar from my pressure cooker, steamed carrots, and paul newman oreos with the frosting bumped off and I chewed and chewed and drank milk, and one of my favorites was grahm crackers in milk.

Thank everyone, My DH has to take anitbiotics because fo mvp, I didnt even think to ask my Dr. or my dentest for my sake, I so appreciate the info.

Thanks you guys, I appreciate the info, I think I will keep an eye on the stock, (keep asking questions how long it will be around) and Probably buy a 7 when I need to. I never had a ring size lower than a 6 even when I weighed 140 so a seven sounds safe, and a ring guard would work if I needed another size bigger. Merry Christmas!

Wheetsin that would get me freaky deaky too. Its funny how your vision blurrs when you upchuck. But dont you always feel better when your done? Doesnt everyone? I always say better out than in.

Milk of magnesia was effectlive withou cramps, worked fairly quickly, but ask you DR.

I had a great time today, I was a lot of fun to meet you all, Makes my surgery and the journey even all the more real. Vines I hope you Dr visit went well today! Merry Cristmas to tou all. :Bunny

I felt bad just because I wanted crunch, So I took 2 of newmans own cookies, scraped off the frosting and had four cookies to crunch. I felt like I was being so naughty. In the past I didnt feel bad eating 6 or 8 complete cookies. Its amazing how perspectives change. I was noticing on another post how other people see themselves, and how perspections about that can change so quickly too.

With the flu season still comming to full stride, I would use it as it helps yur immune system and you sont want this to drag on. I too used prednisone for asthma and I only noticed its helpfull effects. Isnt it just water wieght anyway that comes off shortly after you finish your pillpak?

Thanks, I finished the survey too, and I have been rcently banded November so I thilnk Seahawksimms is right about the date thingy. Thanks folks!!

Amen Sister!!

Yo everyone, Ill be there too, this will be nice! And vines I hope finals went well.