June 2010
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2 years has passed since you registered at LapBandTalk! Happy 2nd Anniversary June 2010!
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I'm not losing after my lapband....I do have restriction when I eat too fast or the wrong food...but the little amounts are not filling to me....I am drinking my protein, but I don't understand. Anyone, who may have had this problem and found a bit of resolution...please let me know...tks to all...
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Billing Vent!!! Did this happen to you?
June 2010 replied to mlfsandiego's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I too am FURIOUS!! Just received additional $13,000 hospital bill. My doctor quoted me the price of the hospital outpatient (in writing), which I paid. She also didn't charge for the Hernia repair.....Not sure what direction to go....will call hospital to clear up and if not....will definately take a legal route! -
I promise it will get better...I was banded on the 24th an was very concerned about not being able to take a "deep breath"....the pain is from the gas the Dr. used top open the tummy so he/she could see....the pain DOES go away....When I asked when...I was told a couple of days...when in actuality it took me 4....It gets better, I swear....Good luck...
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Left Shoulder Pain...gas or something else?
June 2010 replied to Bea1128's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hello Bea...sorry for the late response....just joined after banding on 6/24....My "left" pain brought doubts, fears and remorse....seriously! The hospital and my Dr. called to ck up on me and I asked what this pain was. They both explained that during the lap surgery, the tummy is filled w/gas, which brings pain and restriction for a few days. With that said, still a bit of gas left...but the a similar restriction/pain will also come due to drinking too fast/too much....I sooo relate to what you felt...I even thought at one point because I couldn't take a deep breath, that maybe I was having a heart attack.....Soooo many things run through your head when you hurt....I hope you are doing better...take care :scared2: -
Is it normal to have reservations "after" surgery? I'm having pain induced panic attacks that I made the wrong decision....I know it's just the pain....and hope the feelings are normal...
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I've scheduled my surgery w/Dr. Ortiz in July. For those who have had this procedure...I am feeling a bit gun-shy and have some concerns regarding safety. Any suggestions or concerns I should have...Please let me know...Also, were there any issues w/the payment?
