Minxz
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YOU know that never clicked I was wondering why people would get loose after having restriction. IT makes so much more sense now :thumbup:
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Time off/Returning to Work
Minxz replied to 303'sJourney's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was able to schedule mine on Thursday and had a long weekend so didn't have to go back until Tuesday. I think if I had gone back on Monday it might have been harder but I could have managed. Pain wasn't the problem though I did find sitting up straight put more pressure on the incisions. It was how tired I was. -
Im with you on the food front but I have been dropping weight fast. Either I was retaining a LOT of fluid or my body is working OT trying to heal. I have dropped almost 11 lbs since surgery.
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I love Curves. I have been a member for awhile and whenever I work out regularly I feel better and have more energy. The work out can be made harder or easier. I think it will continue to suit my needs but I might add running or some extra stuff as I progress. They have also started a new thing in my curves where your info is entered into the computer a baseline is set and you use your tag at each station. Your progress is tracked and at the end of the workout you go to the computer and it tells you which machines you need to do better on and how many calories you are burning. If you consistently hit green they progress your routine making it harder.
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Name................Start........Current........Goal....To Go Capitolchick.........215.............215..............200.....15 Chocolate_Snaps..219.............219..............199.....20 JasonR................314.............289..............289.....25 Kaninag...............210.............210..............190.....20 Aluv82................281.............281..............235.....45 LibbyJane............264.............264..............240.....24 Minxz..................282.............282..............240.....42 newdicarlo...........236.............236..............208.....28 Angelyco.............412.............412..............375.....37 I added myself. I set a high goal lets see how it goes.
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feeling weak, tired, dizzy 1 week post op
Minxz replied to hollyr's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was given a incentive spirometer as well. Its still a little uncomfortable to do a DEEP breath but I can work through it. -
My surgeon didn't put me on a liquid diet before hand at all you should be fine!
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Does Anyone Else Have This Problem??!!
Minxz replied to Scorpioqt's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I weigh myself in the AM (I like the result best lol) During this week I admit to adding an evening weigh in as well lol -
i got banded 5 days ago and i need advice
Minxz replied to oliviasmommy's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm hungry as well the first 5 days weren't bad. Yesterday I started getting hungry and today STARVING. Looking forward to graduating to the next level of food next week. -
Messed Up, No Excusses, Ate Wrong Food, Moving On!
Minxz replied to Juliewants2bthinner's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I am so sorry about your nephew and sister and hope their recovery is swift! Don't beat yourself up so much I would recommend telling your surgeon just to make absolutely sure you didn't hurt yourself. Remember its not about hating yourself for messing up. Right now the main concern is healing so if you didn't hurt yourself like you said just move on!! You have enough to deal with right now. *hug* -
What food stage are you at? What are you eating?
Minxz replied to Carriedaway78's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I'm on the mushy creamy foods. SF Yogurt, SF Jello, SF Pudding, Cream soups, Cottage Cheese and protein shakes. I think next Tuesday I get cleared for soft solids. Which means deli meats, Cheeses, Beans, Eggs etc.. -
I need a kick in the butt...slap in the face...something!!!!
Minxz replied to CyndiMomto3's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I started getting hungry yesterday I knew to expect this part would be tough its not called bandster hell for nothing but I admit to nursing that hope that I would be one of those rare souls that felt restriction right away. Lol I am looking forward to advancing to stage three next week. Something with more taste might help all this creamy mushy stuff doesn't even feel like food. -
Lol I know what you mean. The gas in my stomach is definitely uncomfortable it feels like the monster in Alien stretching and wandering around. (not that I have personal experience just a good imagination)
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My Surgeon said I have to give it up but from what I can tell Kaiser lumps Bypass and Band in the same category and gives us the same instructions. I plan on being cautious after all it does dehydrate and is acidic but I do plan on having some!
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I was told that 2 weeks post op I could start working out again. Right now I am walking some and pottering around the garden. I work out at Curves but would like to add some more aerobic to my workout a wog in the evening? I have been eying the couch to 5 k program for awhile maybe someday I will really try it lol.
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I have a LOT of head hunger. Watching TV during recovery didn't help. Not just the commercials but everything seems to center around food. I get to graduate to stage III next week I think which is soft but substantial food. I am looking forward to a taco salad w/ NO carbs lol.
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I want to start riding again. I used to own a horse and ride all the time and now I am just to heavy. I found a place nearby that has a half lease program set up that I would love to try. I also plan on a breast (whatever it takes) and maybe a TT if necessary.
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Laugh *ow* Laugh *ow* Laugh *ow* Note to self: don't read PSA when I still have my steristrips on.
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I was banded on the 21st. Our plan has me on creamy stuff for the next two weeks. Cream soups, Cottage cheese, sugar free pudding and Jello and no sugar added applesauce. I haven't taken any of the lortab today just mostly feeling tired and a bit weak. I return to work tomorrow. The most discomfort I am experiencing is gas in my stomach. I feel pressure under my ribs and have had hiccups and burps. I bought some gax x strips that help a little. Anyone else finding the same thing?
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Hi Candace. I had my surgery on May 21'st. Kaiser had me spend one night in the hospital and provided a morphine drip which was very effective for pain management. They want you up walking as soon as possible and at my second walk i felt some nausea. I reported it and they gave me something that made it go away. I have been feeling sore and a little bruised but nothing extreme. They sent me home with a bottle of liquid vioden which I used a lot on Friday and Saturday and started using less on Sunday. I haven't taken any today. I am planning on being back at work tomorrow. I have some gas pains (not from the surgery from internal digestive gasses) I got some gas x strips that have helped. The gas is uncomfortable pressure. Please let me know if you have any other questions!
Emily
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MAY 2009 Bandsters - shout out!!!
Minxz replied to ibelieve's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I just finished all my post op apts yesterday as well as my labs. SO excited. I am ready for this!!! -
Anyone get away w/o having upper GI?
Minxz replied to AJW2's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Fortunately that wasn't a requirement for me! I would have done it though. Its worth it! -
Stitches/Staples/Skin Glue
Minxz replied to TXAmy07's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
We were told to expect Steristrips. Don't know if there is skin glue as well or not. -
Anyone from the San Jose area? Im getting banded on the 21st *yay*
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No more tears of joy...
Minxz replied to savannahsmommie's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
UGH I hate insurance. Can your Doctor put some pressure on them? Hang in there I know it seems forever but don't give up that is their tactic!!