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Hello everyone! I joined this site March 2010 and never really did much on it. To be honest, it was almost depressing because I wasn't losing weight as fast as most and i got discouraged. I realize tht everybody is different but still, I became depressed. I had my surgery Feb 26, 2010 and now I've lost 80 lbs. It's slow but steady. I exercise and have completely changed my life. I'm going to run a 5K the end of the month and have been in training. The reason for my post is...
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Hope you had a GREAT Birthday! The scale finally started going down! I was up 2 pounds when I got home and now I'm down 6 from there...whew! I am down 12 in total if you count the pre-op diet. I still feel like I have a brick in my belly though! I'm back at work and feeling good...aside from the gas. I'll probably call to set my appointment on my lunch. I'll send you a text to let you know I made the appointment. I got my protien powder yesterday and I really like that so much better than the Slim Fast..I'm WAY over those damn shakes! I hope you are continuing to feel better!
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it will probably arrive quicker then you think, as i tried not to count how many days and suddenly 10 days came up so fast and now im down to 4! when i wake up it will be 3! im not a little scared as those numbers are now tiny, but i am so ready for this, as you say you are. i will certainly let you know how i am getting on. i cant wait to be one of the people who post on the surgery day stories thread!!!
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Wow! You look amazing!! I just read your post about your doctor wanting you to be in advertisements for the band. You are absolutely stunning and inspiration, I would go for it. I read a few of your blogs and saw that you struggled as well. Would you mind sharing with me how you got yourself on track....do you stick to a specific diet? do you allow yourself treats? I was banded on 3/26/08 and the weight isn't coming off as fast as I thought it would and I'm trying not to get discouraged....thank you for giving me hope to push forward. Carol
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Whoa.....June 16!! Packet was sent May 12th..Very first visit was May 6th. This is moving VERY,VERY fast!! Yippeeeee!!
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It's been 7 months since my lap band surgery. I've lost 79 lbs. & have 68 to go to goal. I'm very happy. I really didn't expect to lose that much that fast, but I think a very low carb intake has helped me. I 'll just keep working it to make the band work.
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Fasting and doing the Magnesium Citrate thing today. Staying close to the bathroom and will try to get some sleep before the big day tomorrow!
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I am logging my food for the next 21 days, for those who are doing the 21 Day Challenge. Help keep me accountable!
My rules are: NO Candy, Cake, Chips, White (Carbs), Fast Food, Chocolate, Ice Cream. If you'd like to join in... AWESOME. -
I cant stop thinking about this surgery! Weds can not come fast enough!
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ate dinner a bit too fast...so much regret after
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Temperature still normal. No symptoms. I guess having this kind of "diary" will be the new normal for medical staff working with ER patients because the corona tests are not fast enough for a quick screening at bedside.
It kind of gives me the creeps when thinking about how many colleagues and other patients could've possibly been infected by one patient only with unknown corona infection. Yes, we all wore N95 or FFP2 masks and the patient wore a simple mask but anyway...
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Feel as if I am not losing the weight as fast as others that I know. Any advice that may help?
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Had my first PCP visit in over a decade today, & I'm currently fasting to complete blood work tomorrow. She's agreed to write the referral to the WLS center that I chose & I have my initial consultation with the surgeon set up for May 22nd. I know these are just the first steps to getting the checklist for insurance approval (7 mos. nutritional counseling) but each step makes me feel more solid in my decision & excited for my future
PS~Extra win, when they weighed me I was down 10 lbs from when I weighed myself a month ago(I've been tracking calories/macros & working hard on portion control)
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wow where did the time go I only have one week and three days left that when fast ... really feeling nervous now
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So excited for you! You will do great!!! Just remember walk walk walk. AS soon as I came out of recovery I made myself get up and walk and I did great. I also asked for my pain meds every 4 hours whether I was hurting or not and it was not bad. My pain was nothing like I was expecting it to be. So thankful!
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Had surgery last Thursday, so I've been home for 2 days as of 15 minutes ago. I weighed more when I got discharged than when I went in despite only having eaten a Jello cup in 2 days, but I put that down to inflammation. This morning I weighed a little less than I went in. I sneezed last night and my fiance saw me cry for the first time, and we've been together 16 years. I took my multivitamin first thing this morning and threw up. Kept it down after drinking 4oz protein shake. Yogurt gives me diarrhea, water hurts more than the fuller liquids, and my stomach is turning somersaults and I think I'm hungry because I'm used to interpreting it that way, but I have no desire to eat.
My biggest problem is that I am used to being busy. I own a business and I've been getting active on these boards, and when I'm on my laptop I forget to drink. Will I hurt myself if I drink faster? I've been scheduling 4oz every 30 minutes with breaks before and after meals. Is it too fast to drink 4 oz in 15 min to get caught up on what I missed?
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I'm losing more than weight. Ran labs to prep for my annual exam and since my pre-op labs in September (sleeved 10/13), I've lost:
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39pts off my Total Cholesterol including...
- 29pts off LDL
- 33pts off Triglycerides
- 18pts off fasting glucose & almost normal range
- A1C is lower on low end of "pre-diabetic" range
My surgeon does labs at 6 months, so this is cool info to have in the meantime!
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39pts off my Total Cholesterol including...
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FYI. I'm going to discuss poop! I'm a Registered Nurse x16yrs. It's possible this might be to much information for some but I'm not gonna sugar coat my info/experience. I hope some find this much detail helpful.
Post op gastric sleeve 8 days out. The first day/night was AWFUL. I believe the majority of discomfort was from all the gas placed in the abdomen during surgery. Day 3 I started have less pain from the gas yet the spasm/pulling/tightness in right lower quadrant of abd. continues to this day (maybe a 4 on the pain scale w/ 10 being worst). I recommend WALK, splint your abdomen w/ a small pillow to cough/sneeze/laugh/try to have a bowel movement!
Speaking of bowel movements, my Doctor did not have me do a liquid fast 2 wks prior to surgery, only 24 hrs prior to day of. I was unable to pass gas or have a bowel movement until day 6 and that was with the help of Miralax on day 5 ( note I did take the pain med's/Lortab the first 3 days). I have no problem taking in H2O as I'm a water snob so this wasn't the issue. FYI. Narcotics can increase constipation. I recommend the Miralax, I purchased individual dose pkg's which make it simple to take on the road/convenient. Bowel movements should return to pre surgery consistency if not discuss w/ your MD.
It was difficult to urinate ( minimal volume/stream) the 1st 3 days as well, I assume due to gas and swelling in the abd. cavity, 8 days out and the all things back to normal in that department.
No appetite, only thirst first 3 days. I started the Protein shakes my local health food store offered NutraBio 100% whey protein iso. 25 grams protein in one scoop and it tastes clean no after taste/grit. I started to notice a desire to eat on day 3. I found heating up Lipton soup mix or ckn soup from a can and straining out the solid bits extremely fulfilling. Now day 8 I want to have something of substance in my belly. I'm not sure if it's hunger or habit. I am still cooking meals for my family. I bought some ice cream last night and that made a huge difference in my attitude/energy/outlook. I've noticed many different diet recommendations throughout my research in regards to the liquid phase of the diet. My surgeon wants everything low carb, low fat, calories 700-900. That is a bit extreme for me I beleive. I've already gone back to work (day 5/modified w/ no lifting over 15 pds) and couldn't make it through the day on that limited amt of calories. I've been blending canned soups to liquid consistency the last few days, loads of yogurt, popsicles and yes protein shakes. Tonight I needed something with richer consistency so I made myself a small bowl of mashed potatoes maybe 2oz. I felt so Satisfied and afterward, the idea of another week on a Liquid diet didn't seem so disappointing/unattainable.
The most dramatic changes I've noticed to my body since having the surgery is the overall inflammation/bloating in my face/abdomen is 70% resolved, my skin is 90% clearer and I don't feel the need to take my bra off the second I put it on ( strange I know). I am thrilled with my choice to have this procedure thus far. I feel much better when I listen to my body and not just blindly follow the strict eating regimen ordered by my MD. I'm not encouraging anyone to go against your MD's recommendations but for me, listening to my body and making small adjustments is making this journey more positive/manageable.
To date I've lost 13 pds and it's only day 8 post op.
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I am having a very fast heart rate after my surgery post op surgery (sleeve) my rest heart rate is around 94-110 - sometimes even when i walk it goes up to 145!
it’s literally killing me - i just had the heart mointer placed but I’m not sure what to do about it . I’m post op 6 months i was 230 and now I’m 189 and at a stand still!
probably my fault i still have a healed time eating food especially protein - i do workout but i know food is important (previous body builder )
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Sold my soul to the Optifast Gods this passed Monday. My wallet is $400 lighter and I have less than two weeks until I start drinking 7 shakes a day and no food.
They said that I could have 1 cup total of either Peppers, lettuce, celery or cucumbers.... and that I was allowed to have sugar free - calorie free drinks and popsicles. But it is no doubt going to be three weeks of misery. on the 22nd day I will have to start my day before surgery stuff. I just hope it goes by fast.
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I did Optifast years ago before I decided to do this surgery. I finally stopped because I hit a stall and was paying like 1000 a month between the drinks and appointments. While I was on it I felt surprisingly full. It was not that hard to stick to. I think because of all the protein. I lost a lot of weight too ( gained it all back but whatever lol ). You can do it . Good luck.
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@Apple203 : My surgeon is requesting me to do Optifast (7 shakes/day) for the 21 days prior to my surgery.
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Last appt is next Wed. The center won't schedule surgery until approval comes from insurance. Booo! Says it may take up to 10-15 business days. Guess I'll be calling my insurance so often to make sure someone is doing his/her job. Once received they schedule pretty fast...but if I have to have a pre-op of two weeks then it looks as if I have another two weeks after approval. I'm guessimating mid May for my surgery; which would be just about 4 months from start.
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Had mammogram, EKG, chest x-ray urine and blood drawn today. I have to see a cardiologist as the EKG showed something they didn't like. In 2016 something also showed before I had my 3 procedure surgeries. However the Cardiologist cleared me then. So I am hoping I get to see him fast and he clears me again as March 21 Breast surgery is right around the corner and I would hate to postphone it. Please pray that everything will be ok! Thanks
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