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jry17

LAP-BAND Patients
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  1. Has anyone used any ointments on their scars? I was told by my surgeon that they would disappear over time, but I would like to speed up the process. I was curious to see if anyone used Maderma or any other products.
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    Surgery 9/2/08

    I also had the gas pain in my shoulder. I just kept moving around and took gas x, and it seemed to help. It is hard to drink water the first few days, but it will get better.
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    3 Meals a day?

    I was also told 3 meals a day, and two protein shakes in between.
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    newbie from maine

    As long as your bmi is over 40, most insurance companies will cover your surgery. My first step was to go to a seminar, and get informed. The second thing I did was meet with a surgeon, and than my primary care doctor. I would suggest that you find a seminar first. That is what helped me with my decision.
  5. I got banded on July 7, and I used Dr. Edward Pucci in Denville. The group is Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeons Of New Jersey. They were excellent and I am pretty sure they have a few locations.
  6. It took me about 3 months to get the lap band. The first thing I did was to attend a seminar. After that it went rather quickly. My insurance was great also, so I did not have to do the six month diet like a lot of others.
  7. I was very sick after my surgery due to the anastasia. I slept most of the entire first day. The second day I was able to move around in my house, but I would not have been able to go to class. By the third day I was doing a little better and drove to the store. After being out for about an hour, I was exausted. Good luck, and every situation is different.
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    Vitamins???

    I agree with the viactiv. It is like having a little treat. I also take vitamin B-12 (sublingual).
  9. That is exactly how I feel. When I eat, I get full quickly. About 2-3 hours later, I am starving. How can the hunger be controled?
  10. I also know how you feel. I don't get the headaches, but I always feel hungry. I drink plenty of water, but I still get hunger pains. I am 2 weeks post, and I hope it gets better.:biggrin2:
  11. Hi everyone. My name is Jennifer and I got my band on July 2. I went today for my 2 week check-up, and I lost 16 pounds. I felt the first three days after surgery were tough. I had a lot of gas pain in my chest and shoulders. I am so happy that I decided to go through with the band, even after the pain. I wish a lot of luck to everyone in their weight loss journey.

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