Gone4Good
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Howdy
) Things went well today. The pain is minimal, but the gas is baaaaad :o/Take away the gas, and I would be jumping up and down. Well... Maybe not all that. LoL-
You are getting yours Monday right?? It will be here before you know it. Just remember to take some chap stick. My mouth was so dry, I wanted to vomit.
Good luck, and let me know how it goes!!!
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May 10-14 2010 Bandsters
Gone4Good replied to lisagus's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I guess every place is different, but that was my insturctions. I'd probably wait and do it after, just to be safe. Better to do that, than to pay for it just to have them make you take it off. I just got some super cute polish I had ordered. I want to wear it SO bad!! Sucks- Lol- Someone said they will watch the color of your toes for something:o/ I have no idea. -
May 10-14 2010 Bandsters
Gone4Good replied to lisagus's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
They didn't tell me to do the citrate stuff- I haven't gone in a few day's though, so maybe I should. My only instructions was no jewlery, lotion, or polish- Wash my stomach the night before and morning of, with a soap they gave me, and don't eat after midnight. -
May 10-14 2010 Bandsters
Gone4Good replied to lisagus's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have to be at the hospital at 9am tomorrow. I'm kind-of starting to freak out. I'm not really nervous about the surgery- I'm worried about the after part. Wondering if I am really going to be able to stay away from the foods that have controlled (and ruined) my life. I just hope I am not putting too much faith on the band. My will power is zilch, so it's got it's work cut out for it. Hopefully, like any addiction, the urge to eat will lessen with time. Either way, I'm going to give it my all!!! Congratulations to all of those that have been banded this week. And GOOD LUCK to my fellow Friday Bandsters!! -
We're getting close!!!! Just gotta make it through tomorrow- I went today and got my blood work done. My BP was 166/106 :o/ SUCKS! I have to try some relaxing techniques or something cause if is high Friday, they won't do the surgery. I have anxiety, so anytime I go somewhere like that, my BP goes through the roof.
How excited are you??? I'm flippin out!!!!
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May 10-14 2010 Bandsters
Gone4Good replied to lisagus's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Woo Hoo! Congratulations! Glad everything is going good for you!! -
May 10-14 2010 Bandsters
Gone4Good replied to lisagus's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Man you suck! Lol- I am jealous- Just know, while you are getting your surgery, I will be on the couch having a panic attack! Ha ha- Waiting is my least favorite thing to do- It always makes me freak out more than actually being there. Best of luck to you!!!! -
Howdy
) Damn today has been hard as crap! I have been wanting to eat all kinds of stuff- I cheated a bit, and had some boiled peanuts. They are my biggest weakness by far. Full of protein, which is good, but also high in carbs. I really hope I wake up stronger tomorrow!! Right now, ice cream is calling to me :o/ Maybe I'll have some Jello. Lol-Hope your Monday has been well Miss Sally~!~
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A lot pf people have the pre-conceived stereotypical notion that the facility in Mexico may not be as clean as it would be here. From what I have heard, the facilities are extremely clean, and the doctors have been doing it longer than the ones here. Someone had said that the doctor's office there even provided transportation to and from the hospital. Perhaps, if you found out more about it, and shared your information with your wife, she would be more open minded about it. One thing you need to consider, however, is that if you go there to have the surgery, the cost won't include your fills. You would have to set up a doctor locally, that would be willing to take care of the post-op care for you. With the $15,500 I paid, although a butt load of money, everything is covered for the first year. Even of they have to replace the port, or remove the band (God forbid)- Lots of things to think about! Best of luck making your decision :biggrin:)
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May 10-14 2010 Bandsters
Gone4Good replied to lisagus's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
That was super sweet of you! I would say you deserve a cookie, but..... LoL- I'm sure the guy really appreciates it, and I am a big believer in Karma- What time is your surgery scheuled?? I have to be there at 10:30- I wish it was earlier in the day (Like 7ish) cause I know I'm gonna wake up early as crap (if I can even sleep the night before) and sit here freaking out until 10- Good luck with the magnesium citrate :lol:/ That stuff makes me puke. LoL- -
May 10-14 2010 Bandsters
Gone4Good replied to lisagus's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Good luck to all of you Monday Morning Bandsters!! Hope everything goes smoothly. Can't wait to get updates!! :confused:) -
Yeah- I bet they don't pay NEAR what self pay customers do. It may be cheaper for you to fly somewhere else to have it done- Well... It WOULD be cheaper elsewhere. Have you considered that at all? I hear Mexico is sometimes less that 5k. It's 15,500 here, and less than that in other states. I would just research it, find the cheapest (but clean) place, and do it that way.
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May 10-14 2010 Bandsters
Gone4Good replied to lisagus's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hey yall- I'm getting banded May 14- I'm on a low carb, high protein diet~ So far, it's going good. It's hard as crap to find low carb food! I went through the grocery store, looking at all of the nutritional facts. It's crazy. I never realized it before!! So, I had to fork out extra $ for steak, chicken, and such. I would love to do protein shakes, but I can only have 8oz of milk a day. I tried mixing it with water. Gag a maggot. That crap was NASTY! So, I am going to have a shake for lunch. For breakfast, I have eggs, and for dinner, I guess it will be chicken most nights. Sounds pretty good, but I'd actually rather be doing shakes. I would feel like I was doing more to lose the weight I guess- Went for a walk around the neighborhood tonight. Felt good to actually exercise. Going to make it a habit, starting now! Anyhow! Good luck to you all! -
Any May 2010 Bandsters?
Gone4Good replied to Quinny's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So soon!! Try and get a good nights sleep-- Tomorrow, your new life begins! Best of wishes to you!!! -
Any May 2010 Bandsters?
Gone4Good replied to Quinny's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm getting banded Friday, and I my nerves are getting to me. Not doubts, just nerves. I think this may well be the longest week of my life :confused:/ LoL- -
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!!
I had that at the bottom of my last comment, but it was too long, so I had to delete it :o/
I have to be there at 10:30- I have no idea what time they will actually start it. It's getting so real now. Before, it was just an idea I bounced around in my head. I can't believe it's actually happening!! I have to go Wednesday for my admission test... Hope every things goes good on there. I can't imagine why it wouldn't, other than my luck. Lol-
Just had my protein shake for lunch. I can only have one a day, because I can only have 8oz of milk a day. Having ribs and a salad for dinner- YUM! This low carb crap is harder than I thought it would be- EVERYTHING has carbs in it! I can't even have a pop sickle! But, it's worth it!
Hope your Mother's Day is awesome
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Oh how I love pizza! We have a place here called Mater's Pizza- My God, it will make your tongue slap your brains out. Mmmmmmm` Great- See what you've done- Now I am craving it. Lol-
I understand your point about the lady getting GBP- The thing is, she may lose weight faster, but you will lose it more healthy, AND be more likely to keep it off! I could have gotten GBP had I wanted it (As could have you) but, we chose Lap Band! I am positive that our choice was the best one. Much more healthy! Plus, With her weight coming off so fast, it's going to be hard for her to build her muscles up fast enough. Her skin is going to hang- I'm sure mine will too, but not as bad. That's a lot of why I chose LB- I will have time to work out, and build my muscles so I won't have such droopy skin. I will probably end up having to get a tummy tho. No amount of exercise is going to pick up this mess. But I can save my arms and legs!
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Lol- Gas trumps boob size for sure! I tried to stick to my diet 100% today... Tried. I did pretty good till I took my son to Waffle House. I did good, and just got an omelet. I gave Jonathan my grits and toast... But then, I stole a bite or 2. Not a lot, but still. The guilt is on me like stink on poo-
Tomorrow, I will do better. For sure!
How are you doing??
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Any May 2010 Bandsters?
Gone4Good replied to Quinny's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I sent you a PM- You'll probably be sore as crap, and not feel like texting when I have mine done! LOL- You can lie to me and tel me that it's not that bad, so I will worry less. Ha ha- -
Any May 2010 Bandsters?
Gone4Good replied to Quinny's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am doing my local because of one main reason. Anxiety :o/ There is no way I could fly to Mexico by myself for it. I have a 7 y/o, and I don't think I could leave him here. Even if only for a week. Between my normal anxiety, and the anxiety I would have over leaving 1.The country, and 2.My son, I would freak out!!! Lol- It is a HUGE price difference though! I paid $15,500! Maybe Mexico would have been the better choice. I just don't think I could have done it. GOOD LUCK!! -
Any May 2010 Bandsters?
Gone4Good replied to Quinny's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You're getting yours done the day before me! Good luck!! :thumbup:) -
Any May 2010 Bandsters?
Gone4Good replied to Quinny's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am self pay also, and I've had some serious second thoughts!! We actually sold our home, and moved in with my mom so we could afford it. I went yesterday and paid for it. It hurt!! Lol- But I DO owe it to myself, and to my family. What good is the money going to do you, if you're not around to enjoy it? For me, my health issues aren't bad right now- But my family history is horrible, and I am so self-conscious, I don't want to leave the house. Everyone is paying for my fat. From my son, not having me come to class parties, and the kids telling him what a fat mom he has- to my husband, that isn't allowed to touch my stomach, or (heaven forbid) see me naked. Yes, it's a butt load of money, in a horrible economy. Yes, I have failed at diet after diet (exercise programs, pills, "lifestyle changes")- But the Lap Band isn't like ANY of those things. It is a tool we have never had before. For 1- Knowing you paid that much money, and sacrificed for it, will help you stick with it. For 2- The Lap Band will help stop the eating, and the non-stop hunger! I honestly believe I can stick with this- And I believe it will be worth the money. You can do it too!! Just think about it- What's more important to you- Having $ in the bank? Or having a longer life? Fast forward to the day you are going to die... Say that you are standing there, and God says "Today, you are going to pass on. If you had of got the Lap Band, and got healthy, you would be able to go on living for another 5-10 years" Seriously... Would that money in the bank be worth it?? That's how I have been thinking about it. Hopefully it helps you- -
Any May 2010 Bandsters?
Gone4Good replied to Quinny's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
That is AWESOME! Congratulations! :thumbup: -
Thank you! :thumbup:)
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I went for my first consultation appointment today. I was SO nervous, but it was all for nothing. I went in, and spoke to the doctor- Then I talked to the nutritionist about what to eat after the surgery. She set up my surgery date, which is next Friday (May 14)- I am SO excited!!! And a little nervous! It's all paid for now, and set up. All that's left to do is my pre-op diet, and pre-admission testing. The lady at the Doctor's office is supposed to call tomorrow with my PAT time. It's supposed to be the morning of the surgery I think- Woooo Hoooo!:thumbup: