RestlessMonkey

Seminar July 10 2008 First surgery Date Aug 11 2008. I wasn't self pay, either.

Personally for me how long I stay full is based very much on WHAT I choose to eat. Things that are Protein dense and have to be well chewed, like steak, chicken breast etc, keep me full for hours. Other things, like baked fish or salad, don't have the same punch. Most of us can and should be able to drink easily...I CAN gulp but don't want to overload things and stretch my pouch so I don't. If you are really getting truly hungry too soon after meals then you need more fill.

I think you should probably find another doc. Most likely your insurance has contracted with him (or part of a network) to provide services for a set fee; I think the "admin fee" is his attempt to make a run around that and get more money. I don't know if it's illegal, but it isn't really, ummm...on the up and up? Check around for different surgeons, or if he's the only one in your area, call and talk to your ins about it; get their take. As to hernias, many of us have one of some type; some have them fixed before or during surgery, some wait. It's not usually a big deal.

If you thought I was criticizing the original poster, I'm sorry you interperted my post that way. I wasn't. But to each his own.

Respectfully, you should know the answers to some of this already...if your surgeon educated you, and if you researched the band. (don't mean to be snippy, just get exasperated with lack of basic info out there! Docs should be making sure their patients are better informed.) Your first fill probably won't do much unfortunately unless your doctor is very aggressive with fills, or you are one of the few who doesn't need much to have a decreased appetite. The band takes care of physiological hunger. The emotional/head/just because hunger you have to deal with on your own. Yes many gain post op, until restriction, unless they intentionally diet. It's because, until the band is tightened, it's there but not really doing much. Hang in there and it will happen for you! :grouphug:

I agree. If all you want to do is sit around, well, you don't need the band for that! Exercise is LOTS of things....it's walking while you shop, it's being able to run errands without needing a "scooter" it's being able to take care of life without needing frequent breaks to rest and catch your breath. In other words, exercise doesn't mean doing an aerobic video every day. However your heart needs you to get active enough to sweat. I don't "like" exercise either but I like less feeling unable to do things I want to do because I'm too darned fat. So you have to ask why do you want to lose: if it's to be healthy, exercise is part of that. You can be that fat lump sitting on the couch, or a thin flabby lump sitting on the couch....OR you can exercise and be that active person! If it's for looks, then exercise is just as important! There's no reason to take the drastic step of banding where exercise doesn't make as much sense.

NewMommy1 you shouldn't be so tight that you PB with each meal (that's not healthy or good for you!) The band takes care of true physiologic hunger but we have to deal with our habits on our own. A discussion with your doc or nutritionist might help. My doc is quite clear on how he feels we should "use" the band and when I follow his advice it works marvelously. If you still have trouble perhaps some counseling may be in order! Good luck!

I live in S. Texas. Of course you don't have to give up spicy foods!

Did your doc say you could have propel? If yes, you're ok. If no, don't drink it. If unsure, give him a call. :thumbup:

JUJUVEE Hugs! LOL Lord help you if I am your idol you wanna be short fat and mean! :thumbup: And jerseygirl that tire thing doesn't work, or maybe only to a point! ...I check the air in my tires to find out where they are at, then inflate them as needed to factory specs. You never just grab the old air hose and plop a little in until you feel like it. I may not know how MUCH air I put in, I'll give it that. But I know my tires are inflated to 32 pounds psi. (or whatever depending on the tire) I still think it's kind of our business to KNOW. I'd bet that doc wouldn't ever want a band one without knowing how much, what brand, etc! I think the big thing for me is I grew up in a time when docs were treated as little godlets and we fought to equalize things some. I personally feel like it's in ME, it's MINE, you tell ME about it. :crying:

You should research this (find some hard science) and also discuss with your surgeon and endocrinologist. I know bypass can almost be called a "cure" for DM II but not sure about type I. I think, because the cause of the disease is different, that it doesn't matter one way or the other; neither surgery will make your pancreas produce insulin. However your endocrinologist might have some input based on how well controlled your disease is, how well you heal, etc. Good luck!

SLIME is mucus secreted by mucousal lining (like the esophagus). It isn't saliva. When you PB you may bring up saliva and SLIME (nickname) but mucus is different.

Do you mean every night? OR do you mean..."pre-band"? If it's every night I try to finish at least 4-5 hours before bed time. If you mean the other; I'll eat my LAST meal right before I die, I'm guessing. Even banded AND restricted I still haven't found a food I like that I can't eat at least in SMALL portions...exactly as my surgeon promised me.

That only happens to me when I eat too fast/don't chew well/and-or eat too much.

Mine tilted, which I think is kind of common, but it didn't flip around. Your surgeon, if experienced, SHOULD know the best area for placement....?

Mine's Lap Band AP Large holds 14 ccs.

It's an average. That means some lose all, some don't lose any, and the average is %55-60 at 3 years out.

It occurs to me that of course as a diabetic you know this...sorry! :thumbup: I've had too much "Rock Band" tonight and am not thinking straight! LOL Good luck.

If it's an ulcer it may delay your surgery while they clear it up. Acid reflux...probably not; it is usually well controlled with modern medicines. Whichever, you do need to tell your surgeon about this incident before he bands you. He needs a good medical picture of you; if it IS delayed, it will really be so that you can have the best chance at success (which is the point, right?)

Ask your doctor! Your surgeon or your doc who prescribed the metformin. Don't just quit your meds w/out your docs knowledge/guidance. You'll need to do more liquids post op...

Cathy S I'm like you...I say my tract is ONE WAY ONLY. I've PB'd more than I wanted (chew well small bites and it won't happen) but it isn't like the few times I actually vomited...no bile, no sore throat, no vile taste in mouth. The weight loss is worth it.

I cheated and didn't get my band the 1st time! Hang in there; it's worth it! :blushing:

I usually agree w/you jujuvee but I have to say I don't obsess about it...it would freak me out more to NOT know. And as a medical professional myself there's no way I'd have it in me and not know what it is, how much of what is in it, etc. Docs should let each patient decide.

I get plenty nutrients eating 3 meals a day! I am more careful what I choose to eat...not because I'm trying to diet, but because I can't eat as much and the right foods fill me for up to 6 hours. It is a no brainer, for me.

Often docs want you to d/c them because of increased risk for clotting/stroke Once healed though a person who COULD take them should still be able to.