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I am in so much pain the day after surgery. They kept me over night and I really didnt feel anything because I was on morphine. Now it has went down hill. I am not sure if it is gas pains, hunger pains or incision pain. I just know it is PAIN. I pray tomorrow is better.

I had my surgery on the 7th and it as pretty rough a couple of days after but today was a better day. I am still sore around my incisions and it doesnt help that I have a slight cough. My stomach feels kind of tight, I believe I still have gas even though I had a bowel movement this morning. It is just a process I guess and you have to wait it out. I wish everyone well.

I have pain meds but my dumb behind wasnt taking them as I should. It has gotten a lil better and the gas is rumbling in my tummy. I really havent felt like being on the computer much due to the gas and pain. Once the meds wore off, I woke up. So here I am waiting on the next dose to hit me. Thanks for all the advice, it has really helped.

Hello all, I leave for my surgery in an hour. I am waiting on my ride to the hostpital. Last night was a very rough night for sleep because it could not find me. I am so many emotions, excited, anxious, and nervous. Surgery is scheduled for 7:30 am. Pray for me and updates when I return.:thumbup:

12 hours from now I will be a bandster. I have also been on clear liquids all day. I am a little nervous about going under but i should be fine. I have to be at the hospital at 6 am so to bed i go. I will be back with updates when i can.:thumbup:

My surgery is Monday and my nose is running. I also have an occasional cough due to my sinuses draining. I did have a sinus infection and took a Z-pac to clear it up. Will they postpone my surgery due to a runny nose? I hope not because my mother fly in on saturday:scared2:

As most of yall may already know, Slimfast has recalled all of their canned products. You may want to talk to your doctor for an alternate if what you are using isn't in powder form. I am coming to a close on my 3 week pre-op diet and have done quite well. As of today, I lost 19 pounds. I gained a pound from a lil snacking I did. I told my nurse and he said with a 19 pound loss, I should feel bad about a lil snacking. :biggrin: My surgery is on Monday and my mother flys in tomorrow morning. I am so excited about the support. I am ready to be on the bandwagon. This journey will be a journey but it is my journey and that is what makes it wonderful for me. See you on the band side real soon.:wink2:

Thank you. I shall return the prayer. My nose has actually stopped running which is a great relief. So I am ready to go!!:wink2:

My Surgery is December 7th. I am coming around the bend on this last week of liquids. Man, 3 weeks of this stuff is very trying BUT I have come down 19 pounds as of today. Can't wait until monday.

Yes, i was a lil confused too. Was almost jealous LOL

Ok, so I am worried. I have had sinus and chest congestion for about 2 weeks now. It seems like since starting the liquid diet it has gotten worse so I am going to the doctor tomorrow. My concern is them giving me antibiotics. My surgery is 2 weeks from Monday and i was told all meds has to stop but my Blood Pressure pills and Birth control. Has anyone else been through this? Should I be concerned? I plan to call my doctor on monday but I need something to calm my nerves. :thumbup:

hummm LOL i may be out of breath too but I don't think I pay it any attention. I hope it gets better for you sweetie.:thumbup:

Like everyone has said, the band is a tool. Just like the equipment in a gym are tools. If having the band is cheating then everyone that goes to the gym and use the equipment are cheating. Instead of using the machines, they should go outside and walk or run and use their body weight for weight training. The band was created to help lose weight just as the equipment was intended to do. However, when you tell a trainer or a gym freak this they say NO THAT IS DIFFERENT. How it is different, they can't tell me. The most important thing is you are not living for you sister so don't let your stand in the way of your success. Keep up the good work girl!!!:thumbup:

Even at 290 pounds, I have never had an issue with my sex drive. My main concern is how long I have to weight after surgery to have sex. And is there certain things that can't be done do to having the band. I don't want any complications due to hanky panky:unsure:

Yes, that is my diet. Each doctor is different. There are 5 doctors at my hosptial and we all had different diets when we were in the Nutritional class. Mine is more strict :thumbup:. The other diets allowed healthy choice meals under 350 calories. I can only have 4oz of lean thin sliced turkey meat IF my hunger is unbearable:blink:. But my surgeon has had much success with this diet so he requires it. And I cant complain, as of Day six I have lost 11 pounds.

I am on Day 4 of my liquid diet. It consists of 3 protien Soups, 3 servings of skim milk, 2 protien bars and 1 lite yogurt.:confused: My doctor requires a 3 week liquid diet with a product called Nutrimed. I had the choice of 4 shakes or 2 soups. I chose the creamy chicken Soup which I have just come to digest. But my cravings are off the chain at this point. However, I know I can't ruin this for myself especially since i have already lost 9 pounds in 3 days. Also, the nutritionist said if time get really rough and hunger is taking over that I can have 4 oz of a lean thinly cut lunch meat like turkey.:scared2: Check out my blog if you want to follow my journey.

My Surgery is Dec. 7th too!!!!!:thumbup: I love these items as well. I really hope I can tolerate at least the Lobster.

Ok, so I was approached by my doctor to be apart of a study for the pre op diet. This study is to test a new supplement that takes place of the Vitamins and minerals that are required post surgery. I want to way how this will benefit me. What vitamins and minerals are you guys required to take and how much is it monthly to maintain? I am not sure if i want to the the test subject for a new product.:thumbup:

Cool, Thanks so much.

I have been approved and given a date. I am so excited I cant even do any work. :thumbup: I am sure if i wasn't going to Jamaica in November, the surgery would have been then. But I am HAPPY!!!:biggrin:

Yes Ma'am. You cant go to Jamaica on liquids or mushies!!!! Also, I needed my mother with me and December was a better time. So it all worked out. WOO HOO STILL SMILING:biggrin:

So sorry you are having issues. I feel like I am one of the lucky ones. It only took a month for my process from the initial consultation to the surgery date. I didn't have to do a 6 month diet. I say keep the faith though, everything will fall in place and you will be happy you followed through.

Hello, LBT I have finally submitted my documents to my insurance company. So the wait begins. I have been on this site for awhile and have read many many posts. I would like to thank you all for your honesty and success stories. I have started a blog and would love for you guys to join me on my journey. Thanks again and I promise to be more verbal from here on out.:thumbup: http://iknowicanwithband.blogspot.com/

Today I recived my surgery date and can't stop smiling. As for the paper work submitted, it consisted of my psych evaluation and medical records. I also believe the surgeons office completed a form. As for the signature block, go to the user cp and click edit signature block. The weightloss ticker is another website which you can click on my block. You just copy the bb code in to the text box.