forneygal
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i have 5 scars, the one for the port is the largest. of the 5 scars, 3 are "bumpy". i asked my doctor if anything could be done and he said no, they were keloid scars. it's been 1 year since my surgery and they're still "bumpy".:crying:
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hello there. hope you're doing good. how has your journey been? it's been 1 year for me and things have gone really well.
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I am a few lbs pounds short of my goal weight. I recently started having port pain. I asked my doctor about it and he says its because when I had my surgery the port was sewn into the fat tissue, now with the weight loss there isn't so much fat for the port to hold on to. Has anyone else noticed this? It isn't a constant pain, just when I cough, sneeze or bend over for a while (tying shoes).
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I had my surgery 4/24. I was 212 before surgery and have had 2 fills, currently at 178. I noticed several people have had at least 4 fills since their April surgery. Does it just vary, because my dr suggest every 12 wks although I could tell I needed a fill before the 2nd one was scheduled.
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Maddie, I had my surgery with Dr Stephan in Mesquite and it was great. His nurse Cindy is really easy to talk to and gives most of the info. I had my surgery 4/24.
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hello all, i'm 9 days post op. things are going really well. i had my post op follow-up & have lost 15 lbs.-not too bad, i'm happy with it. i'm still on a liquid diet and am getting anxious and can't wait to start pureed foods next week. i'm walking on the treadmill and doing pretty good. my fill date is july 7th, seems kind of long but i can call and get in sooner if i feel like i'm able to eat more than i should. i'm in a size 18 and tried on some of my old 16's and i'm able to get into them but i'm really liking the loose feel of the 18's. i've noticed my shirts fit better. i think i've lost of my weight in my face and stomach area. everyone tells me my face has slimmed down, guess i lost most of it there. good luck to everyone, keep on keepin on!!
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i was banded 4/24 and am up and around. my daughters prom was on Saturday (2 days post op) and i was able to go with her to get her make up done at the mall and also to get her hair done. i was pooped afterwards but i was glad to be able to get out. it's true, the more you walk the more the gas pain reduces. i'm a back sleeper but was able to roll on my side last night. i do have the stomach gurgling sounds and am quite hungry, i just keep drinking my liquids in small intervals. good luck to everyone out there.:huh2:
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Hey,
It finally let me message you the website has been crazy! I hope everything has been going smoothly let me know please! I start the pre op diet on monday..i tried a protein shake yesterday and it made me feel like i ate a thanksgiving dinner. I also got a tattoo last night and i love it ! Take care of yourself!
Mandi Jo
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i had me surgery today at7:30am and made it home about 3. i feel really good compared to what i thought i would be. i've walked around the house and spent 10 min on the treadmill. i wanted to make sure i moved around because i'm told that's the answer to avoiding gas pain, i've been burping quite a bit.the only pain i've felt is my shoulder. i took a 1 hr nap and woke up feeling good. i too have some discomfort getting in/out of the car and bed. if its been almost 12 hrs since surgery and i haven't needed ANY pain med, my experience has been just fine!!:crying:
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i'm going to pre register at the hospital tomorrow am. i'm so ready for the surgery, this liquid diet is for the birds. i've done really good, today is day 6 of the liquid diet. the next time we talk, i will officially be banded for life!! yeah me!
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HI!
Awesome...Thanks for the tips..we should keep in contact and do this together! It might make this journey a little easier!
take care!
Mandi Jo
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hey there, i just wanted to make contact with you since my surgery date is before you. i know
you're worried about the pre op diet, believe me, if i can do it anyone can
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we are about the same size and i've started my pre-op diet. my surgery is thursday 4/24.i was really worried about it and i'm now into day 3 and all is going well. i've tried to keep myself out of the kitchen and my family is helping. when they eat i come to the living room. its so much easier if you keep yourself busy.
