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jbflorida

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  1. I will need to do 2 weeks of Optifast when my time comes. My doc said he did it himself to see what his patients go through---I was impressed with that!
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    Hey 50 & over gang We have a new spot

    Dear Green, I am sure everyone joins me in sending you thoughts of healing and get well wishes. Take each step that is needed to get to a complete recovery and remember, that we are all suppporting you. God Bless.
  3. When I was in my mid-40's, divorced and weighing about 160, my father said to me, "If I saw you in a bar, I would walk past you." I replied, "One, you won't see me in a bar and Two, I'd be happy that you would walk past me because that would help me to separate a real man from an asshole." Story 2--at a family event last year, my mother wanted to take pictures of the family (father is deceased now). I whined about hating to take pictures (I now weigh 200) and she said, "When you lose weight and look at the pictures, you can say, 'Ooh, look how fat I was!'" Discrimination instead of unconditional love. I pray for them anyway. The band is going to be for ME and MY HEALTH! No other reason!
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    Considering Giving Up

    Is it possible to find out a particular doctor here? How do I go about doing that?
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    Poll for self-payers

    Hmm...thought I'd do the cash thing, but now, may put it on a credit card--get 1% cash back--that will be $155--and pay off the credit card that month!
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    Hey 50 & over gang We have a new spot

    Apples--be prepared, because this "friend" will probably drop you before you decide to do the same. You were safe when you were fat--your misery made her feel better. She can't and won't address your wonderful weight loss (good for YOU!) as she can't be happy for someone else; she is so unhappy with herself. She says she doesn't need friends? Oh my, what a wall she has built around herself and her world of denial. My suggestion is--don't get mad at her (too much of an energy waste on your part), instead, pity her, BLESS her in your thoughts, and send her on her way. At this point in life, remove the toxicity of negative people and move on!
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    Hey 50 & over gang We have a new spot

    You know how when you eat something, it is GONE in minutes? Sometimes I PRETEND that I have already eaten it and it is gone. I think, "ooh, that was good!" (Only now I don't have the guilt and anger) This may sound strange, but it works for me!
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    That lady at the top.

    About the gal at the top of the page...maybe someone else walked into the room with an American Flag and she just tried to pledge as quickly as possible.... I would love to see before/after pictures! My next vote is for the cute dog pictures to be there.... And while I am here and feeling silly-- is anyone ELSE addicted to this website? I'm going to start LBTA. (who can I blame for this?)
  9. So sorry your feelings were hurt. And no, they don't understand. Unless they have walked in our shoes (size 8W), they won't get it. And when I am told, "I don't understand," I reply that I am glad for them that they didn't experience the pain and shame and countless efforts and strong desire to be healthy. I tell them that I hope they never have to experience it, but if they love me, they'll put their feelings and judgments aside, and support me...just because it's me. And then I think, screw 'em.
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    UHC DENIED - Need support

    I went to a seminar tonight and was told that if there were insurance exclusions and NO mention of medically necessary--to call Human Resources at my employers' and ask why they exclude this. THEN ask if they would allow YOU to purchase a rider on the insurance that would permit weight loss surgery. It's worth a try. I will not be using that surgeon/practice that I visited today. Sometimes you just get a bad feeling. The patient coordinator seemed put out that I was asking questions; she seemed impatient. So....bye! I have learned so much from all of you and can speak "intelligently" about the band. It was amazing to me how many people were at the seminar and knew nothing! One lady declared that she wants to look "gooooood" and she doesn't care about the rest of it. Then she asked when it is taken out. I think she is in for a surprise!
  11. Sorry to hear that you are not doing so well right now. Hope it all gets cleared up soon! As someone who had done this awhile back, what are your thoughts? (I am researching this for myself!) Do you think the weight came back because you weren't able to get fills--or what? I hope you get the answers that you need about the barium.
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    I Want My Band Removed Now!!!!!

    Think of how much we have learned because of Yaz's experience! Yaz, I am sorry that you experienced what was a hard situation, but you have done such a service to those of us learning about this. You taught me what I may experience and now, I know that "buyer's remorse" or depression is normal and that this, too shall pass. I also know exactly where to come for help and support! So, I feel compassion for Yaz's emotional roller-coaster--and I THANK HER for sharing and teaching me so much. jb
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    Journey Lite

    Has anyone heard of a group called Journey Lite? Lapbands are all they do. I would be using the group out of Tampa and the physician is Dr. Renke. Any thoughts are welcomed!
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    Hey 50 & over gang We have a new spot

    Do the protein drinks keep you feeling full? I was under the impression that liquids slide through the band....I need your expertise, please!
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    UHC DENIED - Need support

    Is there an APPEAL FORM or do we write our own letter to appeal? Should I include the doctor's letter with mine, or do it separately?
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    Lap band as a tool

    I see that ice cream, chocolate, milkshakes go down easily and will put the weight back on....but those Snacks are not a problem for me. I am a chip eater--potato chips, Doritoes, pretzels--give me something that crunches! Question--how does the band take to those? (I am hoping you tell me either that chips will make me sick, or that I can have 5 and that's all the band will allow....) not banded yet.....still asking questions....jb
  17. I have a question-- How do you take your medications? I take a few a day, some in capsule form. (hope to decrease that!) I am so grateful for this board and all of you!
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    The patient who knew too much....

    lattidah--another cute story.... I was once speaking my 6th graders and mentioned something about me being fat. One boy yelled out, "You're not fat; you're just short, so you LOOK fat." The rest of the class was horrified. I was hysterical! Sooo funny!
  19. Kat817 Thanks! I think we are the same person!!! I don't get hungry because I am always eating! (not really, but it seems that way according to my clothes and breathing and health and appearance.) I plan to make a list of THINGS I DON'T HAVE TO PUT UP WITH ANYMORE when and if I join the Band. Maybe we can all add our 2 cents in this list! Let me start: 1. Size 20 2. sleep Apnea 3. Chapped thighs 4. Bad knees 5. Arms that swing in the breeze 6. Being the fattest one 7. Wide sized shoes 8. HATING to have my picture taken what else? (I once made a list like this when I broke up with a guy--things I wouldn't have to put with anymore----the list helped!!!
  20. Please explain "head hunger." thx.
  21. You are all so brave and honest in your writings! The support is amazing. I have not yet made the decision to join The Band. I am learning all I can. But I know that if that day comes, it will be easier because of the knowledge and encouragement of all of you. I know you'll be there--you understand all of the pain that we have experienced with the pounds. My goal is to have ONE day in the future that I do not think at all about weight. Possible?
  22. Counting the days--congrats! I have an exclusion. How can I find out what I am really entitled to? How do you do an appeal? Please share the steps you took. I would be sooo grateful. And tell me about the doc in Bradenton....(I am about 30 minutes north....)
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    UHC didn't deny me, IT WAS MY EMPLOYER!!!

    So---if I have UHC, but there is an exclusion for WLS, is it possible to fight it?
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    Anyone banded for 3+ years?

    I am interested in hearing from people who have had the band for a number of years. This is my question (as I have not had this yet). when I diet, I am successful....and then put the weight back. Does the weight come back with the band? It's as if I just can't believe that this tool will take care of that problem.
  25. Does EVERYONE get some kind of complication? Slippage, reflux, etc.? I have read so many success stories, but is this a surgery in which complications should be expected? And is it worth it? I am trying to learn all I can.....thanks.

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