JillianRN
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OK...am I gonna have to come to Michigan to see how you are fearless leader?????lololol
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3 days post op newbie here :)
JillianRN replied to perkins1010's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
You are feeling just how you should be. You worked so hard to get to this day and now the day has come and gone and you feel a "let down" We all go through that. The gas pains sometimes last up to 2 weeks. Try to use your gas-x strips or some liquid Mylanta. Drink slowly and walk as much as you can. This site can be very helpful, and remember that you are not alone. Congratulations on making a healthy choice for yourself. It is an awesome journey full of hills and valleys.. Keep in touch. I am looking forward to reading about your success! -
Wondering how "the fearless leader" is today??? It has been a pretty good day here in Earnhardtville....I hope that you are getting stronger everyday..Be blessed my friend!
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Any other thanksgiving day bandsters?
JillianRN replied to DRP's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I have lready been banded..but I had to add a thought to your post...What an awesome event for you to always remember and be thankful for... -
What appliance will you use to make your shakes??
JillianRN replied to topazz's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
For my shakes I use a shaker from GNC. This shaker has a metal whisk like ball in the bottom..I use a blender for all other things. -
Newbie Here! Banded 9-10-10
JillianRN replied to Cuppy's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I am so with you. I was banded on the 8th, stitches out today and I will be on liquids only until next Thursday. The pain has been out the top. Not having any problem swallowing, although I do have some gas pains...lol I can say today I have felt a little better and I know that all of this gets better at week 2...Best of luck to you and I would love to stay in touch especially since we are so close in our process.. Jill -
Congratulations!!!
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Went to the Dr. today...10 lbs since surgery, I was shocked! Stitches out, cannot drive until I see the Nutritionist on Thursday. I get to eat tomato soup..never thought I would almost wet my pant at the opportunity to have tomato soup...lol I hope you are having a good day in the "real" world of bandland...lol. Be strong my fearless leader..
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Banded on the 6th...I have no energy!
JillianRN replied to nancy_marie_00's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Same for me I was banded on Oct 8th, I feel washed out. I am having incision pain and alot of indigestion. I know that this will pass, I just wish it would pass now! lol...I see my surgeon tomorrow to have the stitches removed and to have a general check up. I hope everyone wakes up filled with an infusion of energy.... Jill:party: -
The Big Day Is Tomorrow!
JillianRN replied to doodlebug54's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Best of luck for you tomorrow. Be blessed in knowing that you have many people praying for you...Looking for ward to hearing about your successes! -
The Big Day Is Tomorrow!
JillianRN replied to doodlebug54's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I will be praying for you tomorrow... -
I have lost a total of 19 1/2 inches!!! I was so surprised to see the measurements....Yeah for NSV's!!!!
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I am doing better but I am having more pain than I think I should in my abdomen...I see the Dr. tomorrow to have my first post op check and to have my stitches removed. I have 2 incision lines that remind me continuously that they are there..I hope that you are doing well..Keep in touch. Jill
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Lap Band Surgery Day Stories
JillianRN replied to pennyt's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My Lap Band Surgery day was October 8th. I was nervous about the procedure, but was quickly put at ease by some of the most wonderful nurses and staff. I arrived at 10:15am and was taken back as soon as I walked in. I quickly changed into my OR clothing and the IV was started per the anesthesiologist after 2 attempts. The nurse gave me a little Versed IV and I was very calm...lol. I spoke with my surgeon and was taken back to the OR at 11:45. They were still setting up the tables around me as the nurse in Pre-op had broiught me back a little early. I was still very calm. They placed some more meds in my IV and placed the oxygen mask on my face. The next thing I remembered I was in Recovery being told to take in some deep breaths. I was not in pain at this time. :grouphug: It actually took my MD 56 minutes to complete the procedure. I was in and out resting at intervals and and aide tool me down to X-ray to complete the Barium Swallow..not hard to swallow at all. They then took me back to Recovery 2 and I was allowed to see my husband. In some pain but not overwhelming. I was given some Dilaudid IV. I then got up and walked and was able to urinate on my own. Within an hour I had my clothes on and was on my way home. The time I left the hospital was 4:00. I kept asking my husband if I had a Band inside of me..lol The incision sites were painful where the port was placed and the one right next to it. I did have some gas pains in my left shoulder. Walking was the key to getting rid of some of that gas, along with a heating pad on my back and ice on the incisions. This is my 5th day post op and I am trying to stay active but not overdo it. I took 2 weeks off because I had some time to burn but I am going to work a few hours over the next week. Over all I did have more pain that I did with my abdominal hysterectomy, but I would not change a thing. I keep looking outside of the box and into the future. I am learning lessons everyday. I REALLY understand why they say not to drink with a straw...lol. I learned that each patient is different than the other. I learned just how much support this site gives you..:smile: Thanks, Jill -
I am going into work tomorrow for a few hours. I had a meeting today and Ms Ivy now has streph. She acts fine and has a low-grade temp..I am lookinf forward to a little more energy....do you have any you can send to NC???lol I hate that Mark is traveling so much...Be strong...lol I need you to be our fearless leader...
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So I slept most of the afternoon. Sipped on my tea...and realized IT WAS THROUGH A STRAW...I have enough gas to send all of us to China and back...It is worse than surgery day....not in a good mood and I am hungry for some real food.....lol
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I made a grave mistake today....I took my early morning walk and drank my protein shake. My hubby brought me some iced tea. Caffeine sugar free, and it tasted so good. As the afternoon continued I was so sick on my stomach , took a phenergan.
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I was a Respiratory Therapist 10 yrs prior to being an RN. My specialty is dual/ I have always loved Home Health working with trachs and vents at home until about 5 years ago. I trained to be a Parish Nurse. I care for a large congregation and continue to nurse manage a home health agency in Concord.
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Slept my day completely AWAY....maybe it was just needed...I hope you are doing well....I will try and call you tommorrow..if I can keep my eyes open...ll
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I live in Salisbury NC...about 30 miles from Charlotte...This pain has been off the charts but most definitely getting better,, I slept all day. I just could not keep my eyes open....maybe that is what I needed...? I am glad you are doing better..Please keep in touch!
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Sad that your Dad broke his foot! Do not overdo it..Yes I am peeing and peeing...lol I received the most awesome card from my friend..and trust me I have def been into th cinnamon gas-X Maybe we can talk tomorrow...
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I am feeling better. The pain has just been off of the charts..So I am walking walking walking! I am getting in between 60-90 grams of protein..I do not feel extremely weak just washed out.
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I was banded Oct 8 2010. Very uneventful surgery. The only problems that I am having are gas pain and 2 of my incisions 1 at port site and 1 beside of it.Glad that I am it is over..Drinking ok, continuing to walk walk walk..dilaudid and gas-x are my 2 new best friends....lol
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I had my surgery 10/8. Very uneventful. The pain at 2 sights has been unbearable at times...I am hitting the gas-x
I have been walking when I am not cat-napping..I hope you continue to do well..Keep in touch.Jill
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The surgery went very well..The soreness if off the chart...I have been walking up a storm....it does sem to help just glad to get home:)