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After reading so many postings about the dreaded band erosion, I decided to dig a little deeper into this problem many us have or possible may, hopefully "may not" have to deal with in the distant future. From the medical journals I've read so far, 35% of band patients experience some type of erosion to some degree and about 2% of those have their bands removed. Some doctors will not reband within six months of removal and depending on the severity of the erosion rebanding may not be an option however, gastric bypass is an option and some doctors will perform the procedure at the time the eroded band is removed. With this said I say, please research for yourselves what causes erosion and eliminate those behaviors to the best of your ability and live life to the fullest. Ann Clinical, Radiologic and Endoscopic Correlation of Lap Band Migration http://arturorodriguezmd.com/lap-band-procedure/clinical-radiologic-and-endoscopic-correlation-of-lap-band-migration Bio Medical experts http://www.biomedexperts.com/Abstract.bme/11775574/Lap-Band_erosion_incidence_and_treatment The Bariatric http://www.thebariatric.com/lap-band/a13.html
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no it is not always fatal.
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Well, I have had my share of bad friends but, in your case I have one question, did you mention to her that you were "thinking about WLS?" If your answer is yes I will bet you anything that she had gastic bypass surgery. That's exactly what my bad friend did to me, only 70 lbs later after I heard it throught the grapevine she said to me, "I told you that I was thinking about it". (Bullchunks!) That wasn't the only thing she's done to me in the past but that is the last one. When she calls I press ignore and continue what I was doing. My fovorite saying is: "Press play and move forword." Ann
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I just set out walking until I thought I had gone far enough to get back home in time to shower eat and get to work on time.
Thanks Pete for the push. May God continue to you bless as you have blessed others.
Ann
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Hi Pete!
I had to stop by to thank you and give you mad props for the advice you gave me a few weeks ago, you said the best advice you could give me was to get out and start walking before my surgery and I did. Honestly it was the hardest thing to do, I didn't realize just how out of shape I was... okay, I knew that I was but not that bad! I walked about 7 minutes and sat down in someone?s yard LOL!
I caught my breath and continued walking not realizing until a week later that I was walking on a steadily increasing incline.
I drove my car the walking path I take and guest what I've been walking 1.7 in 30 minutes the whole time.
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After reading so many postings about the dreaded band erosion, I decided to dig a little deeper into this problem many us have or possible may, hopefully "may not" have to deal with in the distant future. From the medical journals I've read so far, 35% of band patients experience some type of erosion to some degree and about 2% of those have their bands removed. Some doctors will not reband within six months of removal and depending on the severity of the erosion rebanding may not be an option however, gastric bypass is an option and some doctors will perform the procedure at the time the eroded band is removed. With this said I say, please research for yourselves what causes erosion and eliminate those behaviors to the best of your ability and live life to the fullest. Ann Clinical, Radiologic and Endoscopic Correlation of Lap Band Migration http://arturorodriguezmd.com/lap-band-procedure/clinical-radiologic-and-endoscopic-correlation-of-lap-band-migration Bio Medical experts http://www.biomedexperts.com/Abstract.bme/11775574/Lap-Band_erosion_incidence_and_treatment The Bariatric http://www.thebariatric.com/lap-band/a13.html
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Hi Brenda,
It's okay, try to increase your cardio just a little bit more. Also, my dr. asked me to stay away from slim fast products because they are too high in sugar!
The best thing for you to do at this point is to take out all white foods from your diet; sugar, flour, sauces, potatoes, pasta and bread.
I hope this helps...
Ann
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Hi Ginny,
Yes, Dr. Monash is really nice and he came highly recommended by my internal medicine doctor (Michelle Lally).
Tri-care approved me in two days first try. I have a list of co-morbids it was pretty cut and direct. My pre-admitt appointment is tomorrow and my surgery is scheduled for monday at 8:45 at St.Mary's.
If have any questions just ask. Thanks for the post!
Ann
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Hey Lite,
What's poppin'?
YES WE CAN! lol! (Mrs.Professor?) giggle giggle...
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Wow! You all have such great ideas you are all a great inspiration. Ann
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You are an awesome lady!
Working on your dissertation...Wow! Talk about being focused. I'm finishing my BS in psychology right now, I have plans to start my masters program in the fall and that will be it for me. Keep up the good work and continue speeding those positive vibes. I enjoyed reading your post.
Thx,
Ann
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Girrl, thank you so much, when I read this it really made me feel good. We've never met but I truly believe that you will follow my progress and be a source of support for me. Today I went to GNC to pick up a few trial sized protein supplements and then I to the commissary to pick up a couple boxes of special K protein mix to add to my water. What do you think about slim fast low carb shakes?
I am also working on putting together a few menus so that I won't have to stand in front of the pantry and try to figure out what to eat.
Thank you so much for taking a minute to show some love.
Ann
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The day I was approved for surgery. 226 lbs
Giving up commented on brendaanise's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
Simply Awesome...I'm 5'2 226lbs my band date is 1/12/09. Your are a great motivation for me. Stay true to you.Ann -
Hello to all of you wonderful bandsters. The purpose of this Blog is to request each of you to post what "you" believe to be you source of strength to: put your goals at the forefront of your life whether it is prayer, meditation, favorite quotes or inspiration from others, or support and advise from a person who has traveled down this same road. Whatever it is, please share your stories that may help us less focused constantly distracted and who lacks integrity when it comes to our own individual goals. I must say that for now my motivation stems from a fear of failure. I must give myself a far shake at making this work without self sabotaging the way I've done many times in the past. I also believe in preparation, I have adult ADD and I have to plan out everything ahead of time or nothing at all will get done. I have make a daily schedule or I WON’T go to bed on time, I say up too late and feel too tired to work out or leave the house without eating breakfast because I over slept. The list goes on and on for me. I'm can’t wait to read all the creative ideas that you all have and I know the information you post will help someone. Have a very Happy New Year! Thank you, Ann
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Hello to all of you wonderful bandsters. The purpose of this Blog is to request each of you to post what "you" believe to be you source of strength to: put your goals at the forefront of your life whether it is prayer, meditation, favorite quotes or inspiration from others, or support and advise from a person who has traveled down this same road. Whatever it is, please share your stories that may help us less focused constantly distracted and who lacks integrity when it comes to our own individual goals. I must say that for now my motivation stems from a fear of failure. I must give myself a far shake at making this work without self sabotaging the way I've done many times in the past. I also believe in preparation, I have adult ADD and I have to plan out everything ahead of time or nothing at all will get done. I have make a daily schedule or I WON’T go to bed on time, I say up too late and feel too tired to work out or leave the house without eating breakfast because I over slept. The list goes on and on for me. I'm can’t wait to read all the creative ideas that you all have and I know the information you post will help someone. Have a very Happy New Year! Thank you, Ann
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Hello to all of you wonderful bandsters. The purpose of this Blog is to request each of you to post what "you" believe to be you source of strength to: put your goals at the forefront of your life whether it is prayer, meditation, favorite quotes or inspiration from others, or support and advise from a person who has traveled down this same road. Whatever it is, please share your stories that may help us less focused constantly distracted and who lacks integrity when it comes to our own individual goals. I must say that for now my motivation stems from a fear of failure. I must give myself a far shake at making this work without self sabotaging the way I've done many times in the past. I also believe in preparation, I have adult ADD and I have to plan out everything ahead of time or nothing at all will get done. I have make a daily schedule or I WON’T go to bed on time, I say up too late and feel too tired to work out or leave the house without eating breakfast because I over slept. The list goes on and on for me. I'm can’t wait to read all the creative ideas that you all have and I know the information you post will help someone. Have a very Happy New Year! Thank you, Ann
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January 12th bandsters
Giving up replied to IWannaBeSkinny's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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Prayer can and will change things... I predict that once you reach your goal weight he will do one of two things: take credit for it or pretend he never said a mean thing to you his life. Some men are just funny that way. My best friend of 14 years is Mexican and I can tell you that her family over the years has treated her horribly and guest what? They forgive each other and pretend nothing ever happened. So I say to you... forgive your father for his ignorance, he really can't help it so, please press play and move forward with or without him. Ann Ann