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Surprise! I'm skinny and had lap band surgery.... 6 months ago
Mimilou2004 replied to AlienBandit's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I told everybody!!!!!! And I admit there are days I wish I hadn't, but overall it has been a positive experience. My experiences have helped educate a lot of ppl and they can see that I have lowered my food intake and increased my exercise so they know that while the band is helping, ultimately it is my hard work that is succeeding. Go with your gut, if it says don't tell then don't tell. Best wishes, Mimi -
Yes, pick your general category and make a new post!! Welcome and congratulations on your long term success. Mimi
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I feel your pain and sadness. I am almost 14 months out and can eat about 4 bites at a time of very tender filet mignon. A Longhorn Flo's Filet lasts me about 3-4 meals, which is good economics, but my mouth head and eyes want MORE at one time!!!! Steak and Pizza are what I miss most. Mimi
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I've been postponed 6 mos for gaining too much weight
Mimilou2004 replied to AbbeMac's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I, too, am sorry. They should have told you their stinking rules!!!! Mimi -
Sharing my PS results...pics.
Mimilou2004 replied to HappyMamma's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Vicky thank you for all the pictures. You don't even look like the same person. Your results are spectacular, congratulations!!!! You are beautiful. Mimi -
I don't think I was on your social thread but I was banded 10/07/08 and have done fairly well, not spectacularly like some, but good for me. You have done well, too. Mimi
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It's Allie's turn for plastics!
Mimilou2004 replied to allielee's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Hi, Allie!! Thanks for posting. I, too, am sorry about your UTI....I had one once and still remember the pain. You look so very tiny in your post op pictures. I am eager to see tonight's pictures. Hang in there, Mimi -
Please help! Am I Over Filled?
Mimilou2004 replied to lingra's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I agree, maybe .2 unfill? Mimi -
I think that you are so close that if you stop losing, that is the right place to try to maintain. Most of us have spent our lives gaining or losing but not maintaining. I have decided that when the calories I am not willing to go below and the exercise I am not willing to go above match and I stop losing, that will be my goal wt for maintenance. I am scared though of not being able to maintain. Best wishes Mimi
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I got a fill and can't drink anything w/out throwing up
Mimilou2004 replied to diana6303's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am glad you got a small unfill and are feeling better. It is a miserable feeling to be so swollen not even your saliva will go down. Mimi -
Skinnyjeans turn for a flat tummy
Mimilou2004 replied to skinnyjeans's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
I am not surprised you ran a little fever, with all you did!!! Actually that indicates a good and resilient immune system, which is wonderful. That is wonderful that you are almost upright, yay for being in such good physical shape!!!! Is it easier getting in and out of the chair? Mimi -
Surgery tomorrow at 7:30am
Mimilou2004 replied to dragonflylover's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congratulations on your decision to get banded and your upcoming surgery. You picked a tough time of year to do it!!!! I am sure you will do fine, keep reading and posting for support. Mimi -
From the album: ME
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Do you burp more now that you are banded? (non-productive, just air)
Mimilou2004 replied to dustout's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I noticed this thread because I am burping a lot since my fill 5 days ago!!!! It is very strange, but this thread made me feel better. Mimi -
I got a fill and can't drink anything w/out throwing up
Mimilou2004 replied to diana6303's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Diana, are you out there? I am glad you called your doc and he is willing to help you today if necessary. Mimi -
Skinnyjeans turn for a flat tummy
Mimilou2004 replied to skinnyjeans's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Yes, Skinny, just relax and enjoy your book. I am glad you love your Mom, flaws and all. She stepped up to help you and that is super. I wear my Mom's wedding ring set and every time I move my hands they clink together and remind me of her. She would be proud of my wt loss as yours is of yours. Mimi -
Now that you are losing Weight...
Mimilou2004 replied to Patterba's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Good question Pat!!!! I am coloring my hair lighter and standing up straighter. I am wearing bolder jewelry and accepting compliments with a simple "Thank you". Now how about you? -
I am glad you got quick care. I want a low profile port and my scar tissue removed but am afraid the scarring will just come back!!! Mimi
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I got a fill and can't drink anything w/out throwing up
Mimilou2004 replied to diana6303's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Most likely your stomach swelled in response to the vomitting causing the band to tighten. You need to call for an unfill tonight if you are not keeping fluid down. You can dehydrate rapidly and get into serious trouble. Mimi -
Feeling the port....
Mimilou2004 replied to deb12983's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My port bothers me the most when I am working out on the stability ball and putting pressure on it, other than that situps and stretches don't bother me. I must admit that it was 6-8 wks post op before I could do crunches and situps and stretches. My port is on my right side about 2 inches above and to the right of the belly button right on the midriff. Mimi -
Where do you go for your fills?
Mimilou2004 replied to paigesplace's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Very strange for the surgeon to be that way....are you already banded? If not couldn't you choose a doc that does fills? Besides calling around in your community to find a place to get your fills you could go to www.Fillcentersusa.com to see if there is a center within driving distance. Good luck. Mimi -
Congratulations!!!! You have done so well and are so much healthier in a short time. I wish you continued success!!!! Mimi
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Thought I had escaped Bandster Hell....
Mimilou2004 replied to 20zmom's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hang in there, you have an upbeat positive attitude and even if you gain a little you are going to do fine. I well remember that famished feeling, I went through it AGAIN a few weeks ago when I had a total unfill. Makes me appreciate even more what the band is doing for me!!!! Mimi -
From the album: ME
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From the album: ME