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mbsg replied to mom2twoboysinfl's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was banded on 3/9 and thought I was having a heart attack for about 4 days afterwards. Know what you mean. I also have terrible "runs" before AND after surgery and it only improved after I started eating mushy food and more protein. Wasn't supposed to do that this soon, but I can tell you it definately helped with my overall well being. I feel great now and go in this week for my 2 week post op. -
Calling All MARCH '09 Bandsters - We need a name!
mbsg replied to gabi311b's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Well I was banded on Monday, 3/9 & here it is...day 4. Wow time does pass quickly once you are on the other side of this. I must say that I was surprised by how much the "free gas" hurts and how much my stomach muscles ache. Normally I pride myself on gritting my teeth through pain, but this one is different - for me at least. Continue my elixir pain meds along with alternating with liquid tylenol. Walking does help ease the pain. Good luck everyone - can't wait to hear your stories as well. -
Calling All MARCH '09 Bandsters - We need a name!
mbsg replied to gabi311b's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Surgery scheduled tomorrow 3/9 at 7:30am. Just want to get going on this....only clear liquids today. I just want to be put to sleep so I'm not so hungry!!! Good luck everyone. -
Calling All MARCH '09 Bandsters - We need a name!
mbsg replied to gabi311b's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My nutrionist has allowed me to have Carnation Instant Breakfast (no sugar added) with skim milk in lieu of those protein shakes. I'm on week 2 of liquids...surgery scheduled for 3/9! -
Calling All MARCH '09 Bandsters - We need a name!
mbsg replied to gabi311b's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Well I did call the nutrionist and she said to have 4oz of protein and 1 cup of vegetables at night for dinner. I tried that last night and felt much better. I actually wasn't getting enough calories! Go figure!!! -
Calling All MARCH '09 Bandsters - We need a name!
mbsg replied to gabi311b's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Now that's a drag, but I'm sure you can find them somewhere. Forgive yourself for today and move forward tomorrow. I'm going to bed now so that I'm not tempted! -
Calling All MARCH '09 Bandsters - We need a name!
mbsg replied to gabi311b's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I too have a surgery date of 3/9 and started my liquids yesterday. I find my stomach is a little upset from all liquids. Has anyone else has that problem? -
Calling All MARCH '09 Bandsters - We need a name!
mbsg replied to gabi311b's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Buy them at Walmart...the blue box and make sure they are the sugar free ones. What type of diet did your doctor put you on? -
Calling All MARCH '09 Bandsters - We need a name!
mbsg replied to gabi311b's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It's not so bad...I'm on day 2 of the liquid diet and I can still function! -
Calling All MARCH '09 Bandsters - We need a name!
mbsg replied to gabi311b's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Okay, here it is...day 2 of the pre-op diet and all I can say for now is that it's not as bad as I had imagined. My doctor/nut have allowed the following: 5-6 Carnation Instant Breakfasts (no sugar kind) made with skim or non-flavored soy milk, broth, jello and popsicles. What is everyone else doing? I would be interested to hear. I have to be on this diet for 2 weeks. Surgery scheduled for 3/9. -
Calling All MARCH '09 Bandsters - We need a name!
mbsg replied to gabi311b's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
testing ticker -
Calling All MARCH '09 Bandsters - We need a name!
mbsg replied to gabi311b's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Add me to the list as well. Surgery scheduled 3/9/09...liquids start tomorrow 2/23/09. Let's roll!! -
Looks like we have even more in common...I'm originally from Virginia!
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Like many of you I have researched, read, talked and over investigated everything there is about Lapband surgery. Well, now I'm here...have a surgery date of 3/9/09...start pre-op diet on Monday and not sure whether or not I'm scared, nervous, excited, or just plain overwhelmed with it all. I cannot believe this is finally going to happen. Looking for some insight into this entire process.:tt2: