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Anyone else get Pleurisy after surgery?
klutzyazhel replied to klutzyazhel's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
nobody? seriously?! -
Where could you tell first when you lost some weight?
klutzyazhel replied to razberry*kisses's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
BOOBS! Always lose the boobies first..Then some tummy and face.. -
I know what you mean, I have had 4 sinus surgeries and will probably be having #5 before to long..A sinus rinse is a good thing..Unfortunately, I am allergic to most everything....But surely not related to the band..
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Day 1 Post Op - Trouble Urinating
klutzyazhel replied to airman97's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I didn't pee for 15 hours after surgery..I was in SO much discomfort, my doctor told me to get in the shower and the water should help, very little came out..I'd go sit on potty every 20 minutes and finally it just came..I did NOT want to go get cathed! During surgery they did NOT palce a catheter..And I was NOT required to pee before I left..My doctor said this is a problem with males usually and that anytime surgery is done around the belly button area, it can become an issue..Now my problem is, I still can't tell when I have to pee except by the fact that my back aches a bit..Weird huh! I usually have this problem with surgeries...But this time it's not the same..My surgery was the 19th of dec... -
Wow weight is dropping off
klutzyazhel replied to toniobryan's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My surgery was the 19th too! I have lost 23 pounds..Is slowing up some now..But I really think it depends on how much you need to lose that makes it faster for some..C-O-N-G-R-A-T-S-! -
Where Decembers Bandsters?
klutzyazhel replied to pfrance's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
plh2u, I too had my gallbladder out the same time..My surgery was the 19th. I had some discomfort but nothing I couldn't handle.. -
Trying to lose weight without banding
klutzyazhel replied to marieg's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Well, good luck to ya! Know I truely don't know your age, but the older we get the harder it becomes. I know in my heart I DID give it all...However, even though I can get the weight off, I just could never keep it off...And yo-yoing does far more damage to the body..And also since I care for my ADULT son whom has a disability, and don't work outside of the home,which doesn't allow me to leave home much so this just seemed to be MY answer..Having said that, I got my band the 19th which is only alttle over a week out, but I have lost 23 pounds thus far..My "ONLY" regret is; I didn't do this much sooner..So whatever choice you make, it is your choice.And I wish you the best..I wouldn't have done it, if I could of lost/kept it off!!! Oh, and I'm completely healthy also..It is possible to be healthy and be over weight..I was just tired of carrying it! -
Just started 2 week pre-op liquid diet
klutzyazhel replied to kid's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My Doctor,never had someone he couldn't place the band on due to a large liver... -
Carbonated Beverages
klutzyazhel replied to shellyphaunts's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ok, after 6 weeks, 1 a day is ok! When I went to the seminar, the Doctor giving the speech, had, had the lap-band, and was drinking a diet coke! I am a diet mountain dew drinker, however, I have cut myself down to 1 or less a day already..But I will at least try one after 6 weeks just to see if/how it affects me...Not sure why some Doctors say it's ok and some say it's not... -
Just started 2 week pre-op liquid diet
klutzyazhel replied to kid's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hey kid, I am not day 13, it WILL get easier...Hang in there! Is it ALL liquid? And can you have caffiene? I am lucky, I get 1 meal too, but it is still hard, but I also know that it's what's required for the surgery...Have you lost any weight yet? I am down 13 pounds, it's a great jump start..It'll all be worth it soon enough..Good luck!:shades_smile: -
Sounds like gallbladder to me too! Having my gallbladder taken out the same day I'm banded, which is on the 19th, wow,4 days away!
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Any December '08 Bandsters?
klutzyazhel replied to Florida Pete's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Friday the 19th is my day! Wow, that's only 5 days away! I'm excited,nervous,thrilled and scared! So many emotions, but really ready! -
Did you cheat on pre-op liquid diet
klutzyazhel replied to crystalcml's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I am on day 10 and I cheated but it was only 1 peanut m&m, yes I said 1....I really needed some chocolate..But It wasn't to bad right?? -
Whats so great about Lapband over conventional dieting/excersize??
klutzyazhel replied to FatManInALittleCoat's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Also remember though mnn2501, with the bypass most people after the 5 year mark will start to slowly regain as well..Unless you are/stay very motivated to keep it off..I know 4 people who had the bypass and have ALL regained most of their weight back...Unfortunately I do not know anyone who has had the band..Besides the people on here..I have people tell me they know someone who have had it, and have done well..I made my decision long ago, I was denied many years ago for the bypass, however am pleased because I think this is a better choice for me..The bypass is far to permanet for me, always said it was God's way of saying NO! :blush:I am not as big as some people, and so I don't want to be bone thin..I just need that extra boost..I am currently on my two week diet, day 10 and surgery is the 19th..I can't wait to finally do this. I was at 240, but gained 3 pounds right before I started my preop diet and have lost 13 pounds! I am 230, and hope I can get a few more pounds off before surgery day....I will also be having my gallbladder taken out at the same time...I have struggled all my life, I could take the weight off, but couldn't keep it off..Even joining a club/gym did not help.. -
Pre Op Diet help please
klutzyazhel replied to bethm's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Wow, my 2 week diet isn't to bad, although I almost cried the second day in..I am now on day 6, 9 days to go! And am down 9 1/2 pounds! Anywoo. I asked the nutrionist about the liver shrinkage part, I was told that, this high protein diet was just a jump start to better eating and had nothing to do with shrinking the liver..I then asked the Doctor if any patient had a large enough liver that he couldn't do the surgery on, his reply was NO, because they use a liver retractor anyways..But anyways, I get 2 shakes, 6oz tomato or v-8 juice or calcium rich juice, a meal that consists of 3-6 oz of meat 1/2 c. starch and all the vegetables I want to eat, except potaoes,peas and corn, and also a snack of either 3c.popcorn or 1oz.cheese or 1oz.nuts or another shake, also was just added 1/2 c. cottage cheese, because I don't really drink milk, all the tea,water,crystal light,sf popcycles,coffee I want...So I think it's ok..But the first couple of days were very hard..Now I do ok..I try to stay active all day so that I'm not thinking of food constantly. -
HELP! I'm starving already...It's in my head, right?
klutzyazhel replied to poodles.me's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Oh, jodi..I think your first post helped me as well..I am on day 6 of preop diet and I was ready to cry on day 2..Now here I am on day 6 and it really does get easier poodles...Not to mention the 9 1/2 pounds I have already lost in these first 6 days! WooHoo! Poodles, if I can do it, you can too!!! When the time comes for the real deal, you keep yelling yourself: it's just the preop it won't last forever..I'm getting my band the 19th! I CAN'T wait! I am getting so much done before, just to keep my mind off of it..10 days sems like a life time from now, but It'll come..YOU CAN DO IT POODLES!!! -
Mine is Friday the 19th..
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Drinking 45min After Meal??
klutzyazhel replied to ANXIOUS2LOSE's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ok, how come I can't drink 15 minutes before and 2 hours after? why is yours only 45 mins??? -
Does your heart do this?
klutzyazhel replied to mandi78's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I do this, mine is more related to anxiety/panic type thing..It doesn't last but a couple of seconds and after a deep breath. but it sure can be scary... -
I always call 'em a "Hickaburp"!
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need a confidance boost.....
klutzyazhel replied to AMJOHNSON's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Oddly, I too am a bit nervous..There will be some pain, I know this as I have had other laproscopic surgeries..As well as some major surgeries..But it won't last long, so I keep telling myself that..Plus I will have an extra incision, doctor is also taking out my gallbladder too..But I think I am more nervous about the drive home, it's only about 45 minutes from home but I still don't want too! -
who ate what they craved/wanted up until the high protein diet?
klutzyazhel posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was just curious to see who all went and ate everything they craved one last time before they had to start the high protein diet before their surgery's? I have 1 week left until I start mine and I am eating to my hearts content..But I have begun to eat differently too..I have lost 3 pounds, and I haven't even begun, really...I am SO ready to get the surgery over with and start my new life..I am gonna miss my dearest friend though..As if I have to say it; FOOD! -
Pre-op question to ask surgeon.
klutzyazhel replied to dld512's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
One of the questions I asked was can you take out my gallbladder while your in there..Yes, mine is coming out at the same time, I have had some problems with mine! And will I get some sort of I.D. to carry on my person, it comes in the band for us to have...Yes When can I have caffeine again.. mine is one week. Can I have soda ever again..I can 6 weeks after but only 1 12oz a day..If it's tolerated by you. When can I lift.. when can I have sex, I forgot to ask this one.. Can I get the low profile port? Mine doesn't do 'em. Do you numb the area before fills..Mine does not! When can I take regular pills again and/or what size can they be? I wanted to know if mine was gonna come in and say hi, before I go to sleep... What pills do I need to stop before surgery and how long before surgery. How long does surgery take.. How much are fills after insurance/self pay , mine are good for 1 year.. ect........ -
In a panic about my pre-op diet - help
klutzyazhel replied to dietpeach's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ok, I asked my doc, and was told that the liver shrinkage isn't as important as just losing some extra weight before the surgery..Less chance of complications...My diet will consist of 1000 calories a day. A shake for breakfast, a v-8 or tomato juice or low cal high c juice, another shake, frozen lowfat/lowcal/lowcarb meal,or I can have 3oz meat all the vegs I want and 1 carb,then a shake or popcorn or cheese or nuts..And all the sugar free fluid I can/want to drink..I can still have caffeine too.Just not for 1 week after surgery...Starting to get nervous myself! -
Will the surgeon operate if I have allergies?
klutzyazhel replied to Camel_Cracker's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
eazes: I to am allergic to tapes all kinds even the paper tapes..