JenFenRen

Ok, so I had surgery on 9/21/09... and finally after 8 fills, I am feeling restriction... but yakking (sorry, TMI) a lot of my food up... I am sure that it is due to not having any restriction at all prior to this. I guess I am looking for guidance as to what I should be doing, because I have been kind of half-*ssing it at this point because I could pretty much eat whatever I wanted (there are a few foods I couldnt get down previous to this fill). Interestingly enough, I should have had 7cc's in my 14 cc band and the Dr was stumped as to why I wasnt getting any restriction. So he removed the Fluid which only amounted to 5cc's when there should have been 7. He said it was possible that he had missed on previous fills (which take about 7 stabs for him to find the port) so I am kind of peeved that I paid for 7 fills which really only yielded 5 fills. Anyway, any help is much appreciated!

Thanks for all the info everyone! I talked to my nurse today, she said I could take it that time of the month, but to make sure I take a Pepcid with it and to eat before taking it. There isnt any more risk of ulcers than there was pre-op. It it just more likely to irritate our smaller stomachs now. THANK GOD!

I know that the risk of NSAIDS is potential ulcers, its just that Tylenol does not cut it for cramps! I am going to take a couple and deal with the Dr's office tomorrow if I have to. I figure its only for a couple of days per month, right? My primary did prescribe a mild pain reliever, but it makes me loopier than liquid Lortab! And, I do a lot of problem solving at work and cannot afford to be loopy or hunched over into the fetal position under my desk! Thanks for all the info!

Hey all, Does your doc let you take ibuprofen post op? I remember we couldnt do it for two weeks pre-op... It's, ahem, that time of the month, and nothing else cuts it.... Thanks!

Though I am not supposed to be eating soft food yet, I am curious as to what slider foods are exactly? Purely, so I can make sure to avoid them. I've read many threads and I am still a little confused. Is this an individual thing?

I lost about 8 lbs. But, not a pound since (I am on mushies). This is totally normal according to everything I have read here, and what my nutritionist said. YOU ARE HEALING! And I keep hearing, dont worry about losing weight, give your body time to heal. Remember, this is a marathon, not a sprint!

Oh and a side note, for those juice lovers out there. Of which I am one, but lust after it instead of drinking it because of the sugar, try Sobe Lifewater. The Fuji Apple Pear tastes like slightly watered down apple juice!

I was banded 9/21/09, and my side effects have disappeared! No more excruciating thirst, peeing every hour, and getting up in the middle of the night to pee. No more afternoon naps because I was so exhausted! I am only 3+ weeks out, and already feel normal again. I dont test every day, just get A1C's. And, I have stopped taking my meds (Glucovance 2.5/500) and my Dr is ok with that. I just cant wait to go in and get my A1C done again!

I got this recipe off of the food Network website and LOVE IT. I made it long before I decided to have surgery. Roasted chicken Sausage Meatballs Serves 4 Preheat oven to 450 degrees 1 and 1/2 lbs ground chicken Black Pepper Salt 2-3 spriggs fresh Rosemary, leaves stripped and finely chopped 2 tsp fennel seeds (gives it the sausage taste) 3 cloves garlic, grated 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes 1 cup ricotta (I always use cottage cheese, I just prefer it) 1 egg (I have used egg substitute before) 1/2 c grated Parmesan Combine the chicken, salt, pepper, rosemary, fennel seeds, garlic, red pepper flakes, ricotta, 1/2 c parmesan, egg, and breadcrumbs. If the mixture seems too wet, add more breadcrumbs. Mix well and form 8 large round balls, about 3-4 inches across. Grease baking sheet with extra virgin olive oil, and coat (I eliminated this part) each meatball with olive oil. Arrange balls on the baking sheets and roast 17-18 minutes until juices run clear. I do not have the Protein amount, or the nutrition information, but if you choose lower fat options, I cant imagine that it is all that bad!

Hey there fellow September-ers, how do I get added to the list? Banded 9/21!

Well at least the bright side for you is the possibility of less loose skin! Supposedly, according to my DR, the slower you lose it, the less likely the chance. From one bandster to another, hang in there. Even if you arent losing lbs, I am certain you are healthier than you were 2 months ago! Do you have plans on doing any racing? 5k's etc... ultimately I would like to do a half marathon... but I havent even started running yet!

This sucks! I am 2+ weeks out and am starving and the pureed foods just arent cutting it. I have a MAJOR craving for McDonald's. I am exercising, eating what I am supposed to and my weight is stuck. This is why I always quit diets and stop going to the gym. I work hard and eat right and NEVER see any results. I know that others have/are experiencing this, but this is the hardest thing I have done. I cannot wait to get filled. 3 more weeks! And, I may just have a couple of fries.