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My scenario is just a little different. I lost what I wanted but I gained back 10 lbs because I wasn't feeling full and was devastated. I went back and my band had loosened and lost a little so got a fill and was then too tight. Went back again and she took out a little. I thought that was going to take care of it but it hasn't. I lost 7lbs but because I find myself plugging up when I eat chicken or turkey because I think I am still a little too tight I have started eating the "easy" foods which don't keep me feeling full. I really hate to go back because it costs me $250.00 every time I go in. I keep thinking it will loosen up a bit but it hasn't. I have a 10cc band with 9 1/2cc in it. It is very frustrasting to go to all this work and spend all this money to see it start to creep back on. Not to mention depressing and we all know what happens when we get depressed.
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Hope you have a good day. It was nice talking with you. Don't know about this time difference. It was 11:20p.m. your time and 7:20a.m. my time. It gets confusing LOL
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New to this/lots of questions!
luv2ride replied to barkleigh's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
You can call your insurance company and see if they cover any type of weight loss surgery. It will depend on what your employer has listed as to what is covered. I was self pay and my surgery was 17,500 which seems like a lot but when you think about it most people go out and pay anywhere from 10,000-20,000 for a car. I know I am going to have this body a lot longer than I will have any car and I want it to last me. I have lost 85 lbs. and would do it again in a heartbeat. Be absolutely sure this is what you want. It is a tool, not a quick fix and you will have to make some changes. I only know what I was doing before the surgery wasn't working for me. I was banded October 9, 2007 not everyone loses at the same rate, some slower than others. You measure your success in small goals. If you have any questions just ask. There are a lot of good people on here who will be happy to share their information. Good luck and keep us posted on your decision. -
New here...banded on 12/23 and have some questions!
luv2ride replied to amberd910's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi Amber, The gas is probably caused from the anesthesia. It will take some time for the anesthesia to get out of your system. The best way is drink plenty of water. At this stage your Dr. probably has you on clear liquids. Don't worry about losing weight at this point, concentrate on healing and don't rush yourself. Eventually you can try drinking some prune juice and see if that helps you work things through. I can't stress enough about the drinking because it will help flush the anesthesia out. Gatorade, tea (I drank hot green tea), liquid jello, chicken broth are all good liquids. As for the port I didn't have any problems there. I am a side sleeper and it helped me to have a pillow in front of me to lean on. That way I wasn't putting all the pressure on my stomach area. Good luck on your journey.:hurray: -
Hi Tracy, I see you are from Kansas and was wondering if you go to any support groups and if so where. I was banded in Overland Park but got my fills in Wichita. Since we live so far away from Overland Park and Wichita I haven't been able to attend any groups. Just how close you are. I see in one of your pictures that you have a Bikers for Babies shirt on so I am going to assume you live close to Kansas City and ride bikes. Thanks,
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Saw you are from Abilene Kansas, I live just west of Salina. We were in Abilene for the Toy Run. Just wondering if you go to any support groups or just get your support on here. I was banded in Overland Park and got my fills in Wichita but my year was up in October so will have to pay for any fills I get now. I haven't reached my goal yet and I am really having trouble with portion control especially around the holidays, Never have used the friends feature on here. Have a good week.
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Anyone beaten sleep apnoea?
luv2ride replied to thinkingslim70's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have so much more energy now and don't need near as much sleep as I used to. I average 6 hours of sleep per night and DON'T need to nap during the day. It is great. My DH says I sleep more soundly and my breathing is regular and I don't snore like a freight train anymore. As far as how much I lost before I noticed a difference I think it was around 40 lbs but then again I would imagine it would depend on how much you had to lose. I know that after 73 lbs I get up at 5:00 a.m. and don't go to bed till 11:00 or 11:30 and am wide awake at 3 in the afternoon which before I would come home and take a nap. It will happen gradually and you won't even realize it till you discover you are awake more and alert. Good luck -
Hi Everyone, it has been awhile since I have been on. I celebrated my 1 year bandiversary Oct 9, 2008. So far I have lost 73 lbs. I have 12 more to go to hit my goal but I am stuck so will have to shake things up but I look at the whole picture and how far I have come and I am feeling great. We have done quite a few poker runs this summer and are gearing up for the upcoming toy runs in our area. One of the great joys is that our son has taken up riding and loves it. His first Harley is a 95th anniversary Road King ours is the 95th anniversary Road Glide so we get a lot of looks and compliments when the pair pull in. I have to tell everyone that it is so much easier to get on the bike and DH says it is like I am not even there. I haven't had any problems when we ride as far as getting my water in and stuff, I order off the menu and just make wiser choices than I used to. I ordered an omlet for breakfast one morning of a poker run and cut off 1/3, and gave the rest (along with the hashbrowns and toast)to DH (it was a 3 egg omlet) and off we went. Hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving. Ride safe:)
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One Year Status - How much lost? How many CC's? Problems?
luv2ride replied to dustout's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hi Everyone, Congratulations on each goal you have reached this past year. I have a 10cc band and just had a fill the 8th so I am now at 9cc and have lost 71lbs. I try not to compare myself to everyone else who has lost so much but it is hard. I feel so much better than I did a year ago and have so much more energy. I used to go to bed at 8 or 9 get up at 6:30 and still be tired and not have any energy oh yes, and have a nap in the afternoon when I get home from work. Now I go to bed at 10 or 11 and am back up by 5:30 or 6. I was hoping to have lost 80 lbs by now but I haven't so will just keep plugging along. Everyone says oohh you don't want to lose too much, are you sure you want to lose more. My response is I will know it when I hit it and I am not there yet. It is annoying to have people say these kinds of things and they are usually skinny people who don't have a clue:blush: Anyway hang there fellow bandsters and keep up the good work.:crying: -
What was your "Sweet Spot" when it came to fills?
luv2ride replied to Cassy's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
On Thursday it will be 1 year since I was banded. I have lost 75lbs but don't think I have ever found my "sweet spot" The most I ever lost in one month was 8 lbs. The rest has been 2-4 lbs per month. As far as eating half cup or a couple of bites that isn't happening to me, I still can eat more than I think I should be able to. I guess I just have to be thankful I have never had any trouble with my band and still have been able to lose weight. I still haven't reached my goal yet and don't know if I ever will, I am kinda depressed about it cause I am so afraid the weight will come back. I don't have any will power and it is a constant struggle -
Confused with how much food i should be eating...
luv2ride replied to MyMeshelle's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Losing weight right now is not the priority. You need to let your band heal. I have been told about 2 cups of food, my sister was told a cup, others have been told 1/2. You need to find where you start getting that slight feeling of being full and stop. Get up and walk away, if after 15-20 minutes you are still hungry then eat some more. Always eat your protein first and eat slowly and chew, chew, chew. I have been very lucky and not much bothers me, I don't drink pop, because of the carbonation, I don't suck threw a straw, because of the excess air, I don't eat bread, because it is empty calories. Mind you it is not because I can't do these things I have made a choice not to. I have not ever had any problem with pasta or bread. Others can't tolerate even a little bit. Everyone is different and you will find what works for you. If you are questioning your stomach size please talk to your doctor, they are the ones who know best what size you are and how much you should be able to hold. Good Luck -
I have been drinking the professional strength whey protein you get at wal mart. I drop some ice in the blender and crush it, then add skim milk, blend it then add the protein powder and blend again. It seems the colder it is the easier it is to drink and it doesn't really taste that bad. At first it seems a little sweet but not too bad. Good Luck
