juliegeraci
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How the heck do you do the pre-op diet?!?
juliegeraci replied to ser123's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
The only tip I can give you is this. Anything that pass through a straw is considered a liquid. I would say stick to soups, protein shakes and the like. 1 week isn't bad. Some doctors have you do the diet for months. Good luck. -
1x of xl is the same. 2x is xx and 3x is xxx. Plus size start at 1x or xl. I think xx is about a 20-22. Hope this helps.
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Hopefully I will get Lap Band soon, but scared!
juliegeraci replied to sweet_thang0792's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I think the best answer for me is that the benefits far outweigh the risk. With anything there are risks. I am very happy with my lapband. Wish I have lost a little more in 6 months but overall I am happy. -
Had gastric bypass can I have the lap band???
juliegeraci replied to mama3girls's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Yes, you can have lapband over gastric bypass. It would be far less invasive then a revision I think. -
new bandster with a question
juliegeraci replied to dawnae's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I would say within 5 days you should be fine. -
Too Stitch Or Not Too Stitch??
juliegeraci replied to sheilamj1fan's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Yes, the stitch the lapband with a piece of stomach. I have never heard that it causes errosion. -
It took me 3 fills to feel the level of restriction where I was actually losing weight. I would go in for another fill. My doctor fills after 2 weeks. Good luck.
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protein powder, soup, jello, popsicles, teas. You can eat creamy soup as long as it fits through the straw. That is the rule from my doctor. Anything through a straw is fun until mushie stage. Then you can add potatoe soup, etc. You will lose a ton in this phase. Good luck to you.
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I'm going for size. I would like to be in an 18 but my stretch goal is 16. Good luck.
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Hi Becka, good luck trying to find a good doctor in Mexico. I hope your husband is supportive as its a big life change.
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Pinky, its really exciting isn't it! Good luck with your surgery.
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miss phobia, I wish I could afford to pay for your surgery. I just know how difficult it must be for you. My doctor banded his youngest patient at 16. She is a sweetheart. I wish you the best of luck trying to save the money. It is well worth it. You have many years ahead of you and I wish I had found lapband at least 10 years ago. Good luck.
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You can post a message specific to Dr. C on the complications thread. It seems the doctor always replies over there.
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I agree with Barbara. Could be that the hot tea opened you up. I would try dinner without any liquids to see if you have better restriction. Good luck.
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Lauren, that is great news. I remember when my insurance finally approved me how exciting that was. I'm excited for you. Hopefully you can have surgery before the end of the year. Good luck.
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Very cool. What a nice boss.
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My doctor had me eating whatever could fit through a straw. So if you can get the cream of wheat into that liquid state you should be fine.
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may have been asked before... re: pain
juliegeraci replied to sg_sg's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It may be acid reflux. I had it and my symptoms were exactly the same. I took some Pepcid AC for a few days and it went away. Remember you are swollen and healing right now too. -
Yes most likely it will be like that until you get a fill. I am 6 months post op now and I get hungry much more frequently. Good luck.
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Where is my port?
juliegeraci replied to She Smiles's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Mine is on the left hand side right about the waist line. I never notice it. -
That I didn't do it sooner. I was up to 320 preop 2 years ago and lost 40 lbs before surgery. I would have loved the lapband in my mid twenties. I'm 39 now.
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I am working towards under 250 right now. My next pant size is a 20. I should be there in another 20 lbs.
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PB is productive burp. To me it is just like vomitting. If you have to PB it is uncontrollable and food or liquid has to come up.
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Getting Banded for Christmas
juliegeraci replied to bexleygal's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Welcome to the lapband forum. What a great Christmas gift for yourself. I would love to have a friend that was banded too. You are lucky to be able to learn from their experiences. Good luck. -
non-supportive boyfriend
juliegeraci replied to drmom's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I would take him with you to the doctor. I did that and it really helped my husband understand the procedure. Fills can be necessary as they help the band to work. I hope it all works out for you. good luck.