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I am coming up on my one year anniversary of my surgery and have appt with my doctor to go over everything, lab work, etc. which is required at one year post-op. Anyway, back to my question. I think I am too tight but I don't want an unfill because then I am worried I will be too loose - I haven't lost any weight in two months even though I have had restriction so I am starting to wonder what is going on. In the morning I can barely get my protein shake down it sort of hurts going down by lunch I can only eat about a portion of chicken salad or something like that and then dinner I usually have a cup of hot tea and a lean cuisine - what do you think? Thanks.
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Kaiser, waiting on surgeon appointment
Cali_Angel replied to Cali_Angel's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
What kinda blood work? Like what did they test for? And did you have to do a pre op weight loss or diet? -
wow thats rough. hopefully it will get easier as you lose the weight. I was hard to fill at first but it has got alot better.
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I had surgery on April 16th. So far, I've lost about 17lbs. I'm eating much smaller portions, but hungry again after about 3-4 hours. I have a 10cc or 12cc (cannot remember which) band with 4cc in it; have had one post op fill. How soon after your first fill did you get your second?? I'm
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congradultions on your weight loss and you pride and joy. I went to the seminar last nite and will be on the phone at 9:00 am to make my appt.
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I will be turning 50 in a couple of weeks and its time....I have been struggling with losing the weight and have made my first appt. for consulation for the Lap Band. Reading all of your blogs has been really helpful in deciding. I have read on more then one occassion that you can't eat bread! is this true....can you believe that is the only thing I am worried about? Thanks, Suzanne
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I was around 800 but soon bumped myself up to 900-1000 because my weight loss was stalling frequently. Seemed to do the trick.
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She got the information from a book and she did it for 10 days but she only had the that honey and lemon tea along with peppermint tea and lots of water, on her day 11 she did just orange juice and yesterday on her 12th day she did fruits and a little but of veggies. I can totally notice her weight loss, now she is starting to really watch what she eats.
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welcome!! I am also a nurse, currently working OR and used to work ICU. Now I'm hoping to switch to Interventional Radiology. Yay nurses!! I felt the same way as you.. working OR in a busy level 1 trauma hospital all I saw were patients who'd had complications (adhesions, strictures, fistulas, severe malnutrition).. so that was my view of WLS. But then I did some training over at our outpatient and WLS surgery centers and realized how many people had the surgery and did NOT have complications so I got interested. I really did not want them rearranging my intestine either, way more complications with that from what I've seen over the years as a nurse. Unfortunately my insurance will not cover anything weight loss related so I ended up going to Mexico.. had a GREAT experience there and can I just say their OR was WAY nicer than the world famous one I work in LOL they also use the same exact equipment we do. Anyway I'm so glad I did this, I am about 3 weeks out and already feel way healthier than I did pre op and I'm down 27 lbs! My only regret is I didn't do it sooner but you're not ready til you're ready ya know? Anyway welcome and hope what you find on this site helps you on your journey!
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I'm having my surgery on oct 23rd... I don't have a thyroid it was removed 3 years ago, has anyone else had successfully losing weight without one after surgery? I'm nervous it won't work. I'm just anxious.
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taking my life back
ldybug2594 replied to MADE IT 2 MY GOAL..OH YEAH's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hi Stacy, I am a mother of one beautiful and active 14 yr old and the wife of a wonderful, supportive man. I know exactly where you are coming from. That was me last Aug. I was banded on May 1 of this year and have lost about 30 pounds. People ask me all the time if I think I made the right choice to have the surgery and I always tell them that it was the best decision I've ever made. I had struggled for a long time with my weight and tried everything also. At first my family thought I was crazy to even consider it but then after explaining the whole thing to them many times, they finally got it! Congratulations on making it this far in the program and getting your surgery date. Whenever you need to chat, feel free to mail me...I can't answer every question I am sure but I will help you all I can. -
Looking for a LapBand Doc
NaNa replied to LittleGirlBlue's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yea, sorry unfortunately that's one of the worse things about the lap band, it's very difficult for banded people to change surgeons. Surgeons DON'T WANT PROBLEMS, and sadly many with the lap band have many, some don't follow up with their surgeon for years until they have a problem and most surgeons consider taking on someone else's patient pose a liability, some surgeons don;t like "fixing" other surgeon's problems. Even if you are doing "well" and don't have any issues NOW, some surgeons still will not take on anyone that they did not band. Have you went to www.lapband.com? You can type in your zip code and hopefully you can find a surgeon there. I changed surgeons but I never had any problem, but I live in the Mid-Atlantic DC region, but my band surgeon was well respected and the first thing they asked... Who did your band, and where did you get it placed...most surgeons WILL not take on most people that get banded in Mexico. Also, remember MANY surgeons moved away from the band a few years ago, and are now doing more Sleeves, "I think the Sleeve popularity" is wearing down now since so many are gaining weight back, and 'some' surgeons are now coming back to the band with a new perspective on aftercare. Also please keep in mind if you find a surgeon that will fill you, you need to ask if "complications" will be part of that aftercare, some surgeon will fill your band, but will not offer any complication aftercare if they did not band you, so please be aware of this. Good luck -
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I finally reached one wonderland
angelfizz replied to keeping the faith's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi ya!!! Well you certainly seemed to have lost some - well done you: your ticker chart is very impressive! Sorry you are not feeling to chirpy - when things settle I'm sure you'll be fine - het and just think you are not GAINING any weight - so that's a good thing yeah? It's so easy to get sucked in 'inwardly' on this weight stuff to the point it is hard to be optimistic - which with added pain does not help - but could you try and get some uplifting peeps to come and see you? Maybe arrange a gentle shopping trip with a happy friend; with lovely cup of coffee and enjoy remembering how far you've come when opting to try new styles and smaller sizes? Do something however small to make you feel more happy and confident - hair do - nails - speaking to an old friend far away??? You have done so well to get this far - compare yourself to 5 years ago?!!!: You've climbed the mountain honey - enjoy the view!!! Much love x -
The only thing that doesnt cause PB is chocolate and crisp so...
Paulax replied to angiepUK's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Yes, it sounds too tight. Can't be helpful to you in how much to have removed. I tend to like a tight band, as long as I can stick to healthful foods, like really well chewed moist chicken or fish, or any Protein and really soft and well chewed broccoli or some sort of veggie. If I am tight, and I eat well, the weight drops off. But from one chocolate and crisp lover to another, get them out of your house. I just can not have them near me or I will imbibe. I DO however have Slim Fast meal bars in the house, so when I get a craving, at least it has nutrients in it. And for some reason it doesn't go down as quickly as a real chocolate bar. Good luck and continued success. -
:thumbup: :eek: :rant: :crying: I hate being depressed, I've been a deep funk for the last week and I can't seem to shake it off. Part of the reason is I'm currently unemployed (not going back to work until I recover from surgery). I feel not having a reason to get up in the morning (I don't have kids) is having a negative impact on me. I'm SO unmotivated and cranky. It's also TOM and that's giving me issues as well (seeing the doc tomorrow, hoping I can get some help). I want my surgery, and I want to get on with my life. I sort of feel like I'm "on hold" until I can get through this 90 diet thing for my insurance. I've really been lashing out at my DH, and I think he's pretty tired of dealing with me. He asks me "What's wrong?" and I scream at him to leave me alone. I have issues people...what in the hell is my problem??? I know most of it if weight related, I've never been this heavy in my life. I get out of bed and feel like an old lady from the joint pain and the headaches (sleep apnea, sucks). I had a sleep study last week and I'm hoping I'll get some help from my PCP tomorrow. Ugh, I'm SO unmotived and bitchy....I just wanna cry all day. I haven't even left the house in like 3 days.
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Waiting.....patiently! (Sort of a Vent)
deelucious1 replied to ElizabethNYC's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Don't Keep your Eye OFF that PRIZE! Anything you want in life thats worth anything is not going to be easy! I see that you have made changes to this journey you started a long time ago! I could have waited to get my date,,, but I know the anticipation you are feeling,,, just know now is the time to deny that love obsession for the foods you can't live with out! REALLY,,,, I know you want this band and I encourage you to continue ur efforts,,, but we all have bad habits that has brought you to the idea that you need help loosing this extra weight. You have time to understand the types of foods u should be eating and the amounts whichARE VERY small. I eat less than 500 calories per day and I take in about 75 grams of protein; I work out 3 to 5 x per week,, but i move alot more easily than I did before! I would like to quote another Bandster (don't remember her name) she said," I wish I would have had the surgery a long time ago, it is very painful to heal, But I would do it all over again in a heartbeat!" You must take this BANDING TOOL and use it as all successful Bandits have, make better food choices, eat to satiety( satisified NOT STUFFED), learn to eat for 30 min taking one small bite at a time and find a whey Protein (in take 60- 80 grms per day no more!) that you can tolerate, then go to this web site and look for sugar free syrups to add to ur shakes, and ideas for new recipes! Good luck on your Journey, though ur not an Offical Bandster,,, I will offer any help to encourage the fact that your Banding date is closer than you will expect! http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/ God Bless! -
after the swelling and irritation goes down from the surgery you will feel hunger before your first fill. I only lost weight the first 6 weeks by pure willpower (don't know where that came from. after my first fill lost a few more but the third fill it was game on. I just had my fourth fill yesterday. i might not have made leaps and bounds in my loss but it's been steady
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Hi I was banded July 10th.Everything seems to be going good. Has anyone ever heard on New Directions. My doctor mentioned it to me and said it will accelerate my weight loss and still give proper protein/nutrition etc. It is a diet consisting of all shakes followed weekly by a doctor. I decided to try it. It has been kind of difficult but is getting easier now that I have been banded. It is a High Protein low carb shake. I have read that returning to solids as soon as possible is important. Does anyone know why? My doctor is not to concerned about this and says I can start my regular phases puree/soft solid/solid when my 3 mos. is over. Just curious is anyone else has tried anything similar with the band?:nervous
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Hi Everyone:) !! I am a new member here, but have lurked for a few weeks. I am pre op and going for my consult Wednesday 3/8/06 at the New Program in Newport Beach, CA with Dr. Quebbemann. I went to their Information Meeting on Tuesday Night. I will be self pay as my insurance has a written exclusion for WLS. This will be my second consultation, I had one last summer and decided to lose weight with a Trainer and Jenny Craig. :faint: Well that did not work for me, I still have the trainer and am now just a more physically fit obese person:p ! The problem now is if I stop working out for one week I gain weight! I am 40, 80 pounds over weight, mom of two girls, married, living in the IE of So Cal (which is the opposite of the OC!!). I am in the gathering all of the info I can before I proceed with the process:help: ! And Pleased to Make Your Acquaitance:D ! Dawn AKA Wannalosealot
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Hi Fairydust. sorry that your weight loss isn't going to plan and great idea to turn to this forum for some help. I know you are intending to see a dietician but in the meantime, why not keep a food diary and post up a typical days eating so we can spot any obvious flaws in what you are eating now. I am early days with my band and am not fully restricted yet (only one fill so far) but I have steadily lost weight since my pre op diet in August I am down 52lbs. I follow the weight watchers plan as i have always lost weight with it, although pre band ended up putting it back on. I keep a daily food diary to help me keep on track. Sue
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Congrats on your weight loss!!! You're doing really well. Sorry to hear that you are having a bad day. It does get better. I'm 5 months out and still have my days. Your hormones are all over the place and you will be up and down for awhile. Just keep sipping and get whatever Protein you can in and just keep working at it. Some protein is better then none at all. I still don't get my recommended amount but I keep trying every day. Keep your was up and it will all work out HW: 331 SW: 11/26/12 319lbs CW: 225 05/03/13 GW: 157
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It was my insurance company who postponed me as well. My nurse coordinator did not realize that the company required a six month nutrition log before they will approve me for surgery. Now, I'm wondering if they will just deny me or they have these requirements to discourage people from having the surgery. I'm so sorry for you julez, keep bugging the company and find out why you were denied. As for me, I'm working on my log, will continue going to monthly nutrition meetings, and do as much preparation as possible, in the hope they I get approved in October. Oh, I can't really lose much weight between now and then as it will disqualify me...makes no sense to me at all.
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First off congrats on the surgery . Second off if your doc says to AVOID certain foods AVOID them. The post op diet is not for weight loss its to allow your stomach to heal so that you can form scar tissue around your band , its ESSENTIAL for the longevity of your band. Its not a suggestion its a MUST . Now that being said ...I would call him if your unsure of what you can and cant eat and ask ! Dont guess. Some docs allow some things others do not . For me Full liquids was anything the consitancy you could suck through a straw ( but dont ) so things like spaghetti sauce, soup. BUT You have to ask if your not sure. Ask them for alits of DO"s and DONT's. Good luck you can make it !!! mindy
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I have had my mind made up for months, on which surgery I want to have. But last week I met with the surgeon, and he suggested the sleeve. Ultimately it is my decision. He just said the sleeve is just as effective as the bypass, but without all the complications. I just want to have the surgery that will be the best tool, long term. I am 25 years old, and I don't ever want to be at this weight again. Height of 5'2 Weight 312 BMI 54-55 Please offer any advice you have! Surgery date is scheduled for February 25th! Thanks!
