edwina63

Yes, I told them. They have been very supportive the whole way. They even watch out for me, if I look like I'm going to eat something they are always asking me if I can eat that because of my band. They are helping me stay on track, and sometimes that is hard with them watching. But they see the difference the weight loss has made on me. I'm just glad that i did it and would do it again. Robin:smile2:

I only told my family and close friends. I do tell people that I was banded when they make a comment that I've lost a lot of weight (40 lbs.). Most people, when they find out, ask me alot of questions or want the procedure themselves so I give them my surgeon's information I have only had one negative reaction from a so called friend but I didn't let it bother me. I would tell if you want to and don't feel shy about it, you are doing it for your health and to heck with eveyone else.

Hello TX Bandsters, I was banded on February 2, 2009 and have lost about 35 lbs. I live in Elgin, TX and I don't want to drive in the traffic for a support group so I was thinking about starting one in the Elgin area. Would anyone be interested in a support group in Elgin. I am trying to get with Jerry at the Southwest Bariatric group to see if he can help set it up. I'm thinking anyone from Taylor, Gidding, Bastrop, Paige, and Giddings, etc. If anyone is interested, please let me know. My e-mail address is edwina63@hotmail.com. Thanks, Robin:thumbup:

Hello, I was also banded on Feb 3rd in Round Rock, TX. The first one of the day. I also am sick of Liquids and I sure don't get my protein in. I don't even remember getting a set amount of protein i need to drink post surgery. I do drink Ensure and Boost. I like them pretty well. Most of my pains are gone, only a little at the port area, mostly when I bend at the waist. Sneezing and coughing really hurts. I haven't used the pain killers, didn't really work anyway. My follow up appointment is Feb. 18.

Hello Everyone, I made it. The surgery went pretty well. I had a little reaction to the IV. I hate needles and after she put the IV in I started sweating, nauseas, and started throwing up, nothing but liquids. My DH was holding the barf bag while I was throwing up. It seemed to last forever. I have never had an experience like that before. They put me on oxygen and I finally got it under control. I wasn't scared or nervous, maybe it was something they put in the IV. Anyway, the surgery went fine. She did take a biopsy of my liver, she said it was yellowish. Anyway, i was home by 2:00. The past several days have been hard but I'm making it. Nothing tastes the same. I don't know why but I'm having trouble even thinking of foods, let alone liquids. I have been living on broths, shakes, and Water (with CL). I've never been much of a drinker through out the day so I have to work on that to get my amount of liquids in. I have a little pain at the port site but I can handle it. It is slowing going away. How long did you guys stay on the liquids, 1 or 2 weeks? Some of the paperwork says 1 week and some say 2. Anyway, I have my follow up appointment with Dr. Marquez on the 18th. Any suggestions you can give would be most appreciated. I hope I haven't talked your ears off. My first week has been positive, I have already lost 20 lbs, but all liquids tends to do that. Robin:thumbup:

Are any of you near Elgin? I would love to have an exercise buddy because that is going to be my hardest thing to do. Robin

Hello, I'm up for a support group. I will be banded on Feb. 3. Just let me know when and where. Robin

:thumbup:Hello Tam, I have been mostly check labels on food. Making sure that they are low in carb. and high in Protein. I bought some of the Atkins shakes, they are pretty good. Make sure you put them in ice. I try to eat like I already have the band on, smaller plate, smaller bites, etc. It seems to be working. My only problem is getting off my butt and going for a walk. I have always had problems with exercising. Good Luck, Edwina

Thanks Stacy, I have only a week left and I don't think it has sunk in yet. I will be getting nervious probably next Sat. and Sun. My husband and his mother will be with me that day, my son in grown and in the Air Force living in Japan. The only trouble I will probably have is the dogs. I'm sure my husband will take care of that.

Hello all, My banding date is Feb. 3rd in Round Rock, TX. I too am on a low carb/high Protein diet. I cannot wait. My life is going to change so much after this is done. The only thing I can't get in my head is the exercise. I know I have to do it but it is hard. I guess I have to dust off the old treadmill. Thanks, :scared2:

Stacyiam, so what was your experience at the hospital. Feb. 3 is coming fast and is there anything you can tell me that will make it easier. Thanks for all your help. Robin

Hello Everyone, I finally have a date. Feb. 3, 2009. Yeah. At approximately 7:30 am I will be banded. I'm excited and nervious at the same time. It will be done at the Seton Williamson hospital in Round Rock. I think I will be the first one banded at that hospital. :thumbup: Robin

Hello LoneStarLoser, Yes, I thought he was great. I also loved the little food. Didn't like the fat in the viles though. Gross. No, I never worked for Dell. I worked for a staffing agency. I've been there a total of 4 years. I didn't have medical with my job. It is with Tricare so my surgery is still on. I saw it coming. With all the lay offs with the company they staffed for, it was kind of hard not to notice. I'll decided on looking for another job until I talk with Dr. Marquez on Wednesday. I don't really want to start a new one until after my surgery unless it is a couple of months out which I hope it is not. Hopefully it will be the first week of February. I'll definately keep you guys posted. edwina63 (Robin)