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Appt with Surgeon today/ Gratitude Mountain
cryss posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It has happened all so very fast... it was only a couple of weeks ago that my wife and I attended the informational seminiar. We discovered that we were screwed by an exclusion on our insurance that will not cover any claim that has, quite literally, ANY discussion with any health care professional ANYTHING weight related, (I had to pay out of pocket for an appt for a cracked foot becuase I casually mentioned to the doc I was using SlimFast to try to loose weight so that my feet would hurt less). That wasnt about to stop us. We cleaned out our 401K and took a line of credit, and I am having my first appt with the surgeon today. Tomorrow, we have the first appt with the dietician. I woke up today with a high anxiety. It was, however, quickly over powered with a strong sence of gratitude.. ... gratitude... The mountain that proverbially stands before me is the "new me". It's cool wind that cools and refreshes me that comes down into the valley I stand is fragrent and sweet... it is the breath and words I speak in the future as to the "well done" for walking with the courage necessary to navigate a road with a measure of hope, a measure of gratitude, and a measure of child like innocence. How scary was the anticipation of your first visit, and how do you feel afterward? -
Withdrawals [emoji15]
jess9395 replied to lupita19's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ask your doctor about this pain. Seems that two weeks out the pain shouldn't be at an intolerable level. -
Withdrawals [emoji15]
Christinamo7 replied to lupita19's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
if it is just the normal hormonal depression I went through this for a few weeks. the thing that helped me a lot was to go for a long walk. after a few weeks it lifted. yesterday I was in an irrationally good mood. first time in a while. -
Was banded 4/26 to down 7lbs since surgery. Seem to have been stuck at the same weight for the last week though. Is anyone else experiencing the same thing. Congrats
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5days post op
SerendipityHappens replied to latina1974's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I was sleeved five and a half weeks ago. I lost 21 pounds in March and I've been stalled for the ENTIRE MONTH OF APRIL so far.. But I'm not worried about it.. I was eating at 800 calories a day for THREE and a half months preop so I lost 45 pounds during those three and a half months so I was due for a good stall! I'm eating between 800-1000 calories a day. -
New to Puree' foods.....
freakinfitfoodie replied to Daddysgirl10's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
No but i start next week and I am excited to cook and eat vegetables again! I have to admit that I ate 2 strawberries the other day i wanted to see what would happen. CRAZY PYSCHO I KNOW i was just sleeved on 6/17. nothing happened no dumping or anything else.. I had some sugar free chocolate pudding with added protein powder and that caused an issue -
NSV: Going to the Doctor
blizair09 replied to Inner Surfer Girl's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Yay! Mine hugged me at my medical clearance appointment week before last. (And she isn't a hugger.) Congratulations!! -
Lifting More Than 20lbs After Lap Band Surgery?
Karrie88 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm a week ( well, 8 days) post surgery. I've been having to lift my 3 yr old in and out of her car seat a couple times a day. My husband would help but he's receiving chemo right now and is very week. She weighs 27 lbs. Is the "no lifting 20lbs for 2 weeks after surgery" rule there because so the incisions don't open up? Or is it more the healing in the inside where the stitches were placed on the stomach and the stitches used for the port? I just hope I didn't mess anything up because of me having to lift my daughter. -
In Mexicali- Pre op done
AutumnLily replied to NanaNanner's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Loved the blog. You made my have a good laugh that you were the scariest one because you had no make up on. I am a week and a bit behind you and not believing that this is going to happen. Keep us posted on your progress. -
Welcome! Happy to have you join us. I am new here too and am waiting on insurance approval. I lurked a couple of weeks before I joined and it seems everyone is very nice and helpful. Good luck!
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Congratulations on getting a date. My surgery date for the lap band is also Wednesday, February 13. Do you have a pre-op diet? We will have to keep in touch. There are about three other people that are having their lap band surgery on Feb. 13.
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:mad: I just wanted to let everyone know i started my journey on June 6th which was my 1st consultation with Dr Boe. I had atena and bariatric surgery was excluded from my policy so i took matters into my own hands and switched companies. My new company Personal Choice became effective July 1st and i was suprised to get approved so quick...My surgery is scheduled for September i could of went as early as August but i have to quit smoking 6 weeks before surgery...so i just wanted to let everyone know the new me will be here soon!!!:biggrin:
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Hello I'm also in Mn. I just had surgery on 2/11. My doctor has me on 2 weeks of liquids after, so I am on day 7 of liquids today and it's getting really boring, how are you doing with it?
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Gonna get banded on 1/30!!!!!!
AshleeSuzanne replied to AshleeSuzanne's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hey there! It is a diet that helps the liver shrink so the surgeon can access your stomach better. I work in the OR, and when my boss found out I was having the band she let me sit in on some cases and it is amazing because they have to really jostle your liver to get the band in. If the liver is smaller (can be acheived by cutting fat/carbs etc) it is much easier to maneuver and there is much less chance of your liver getting damaged with all the movement. I have a specific diet from my surgeon to follow, which consists of 2 slimfast (lunch and breakfast) and a small sandwich and salad in the evening. It is very low sugar/carb and I have to do it for 2 weeks. It has been a change in my lifestyle already, let me tell you. :wink2: Anyway, I hope all is well with you!! When are you getting banded? Ash -
Time from consult to surgery - no insurance
Officially Not Fatty Matty replied to Cd8321's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Depends on where you go. Mine was two weeks from phone call to surgery, it would have been one week if I called a little earlier in the day and snagged that last appointment one week earlier. -
Greetings future shrinkers
catwoman7 replied to Nerdette's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
"My 600 lb Life" is both good and bad - good in that it's exposed the general public to weight loss surgery, bad in that it gives actual bariatric patients unrealistic expectations about how much weight they're going to lose in the early months. One of the biggest factors in your rate of weight loss is your starting BMI. At 320, you're still an average weight loss patient. The people on that show start off at over 600 lbs. With that high of a BMI, they're going to drop 30-35-40 lbs that first month. Although that occasionally happens with some of us "normal" bariatric patients, that is the exception, not the rule. If you only lose 20 lbs the first month, or even 15 lbs, you are NOT a failure. You're experiencing a pretty average first-month loss. I've been hanging out on this and other forums for about five years, and I've been working with pre-op groups in my clinic for the last three years. So many people seem to get down on themselves because they don't lose 40 lbs the first month - and I'm sure that's due to the fact most of their info comes from "My 600 lb Life". Although I've never seen actual research stats on this, I've been involved with the community enough to wager that most of us "normal" bariatric patients lose in the 15-25 lb range that first month. Just something to keep in mind... -
Hi Sue, and welcome to LBT! I was not too thrilled when I heard about the liquid diet either. But, you know what, it really wasn't that bad. The first 3 days were tough, but once I got past them I was fine. Normally I have a rule that I only allow myself to get on the scale once a week. But, during the liquid diet, I got on the scale every day. It was a huge motivator seeing the pounds literally drop off every day while on the liquid diet. Plus, knowing my reward would be the band also really helped.
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Hi I had my surgery on the 6th April 2009 with the hospital group in the UK. I lost 14llbs initially, had a fill on the 21st May and have not lost anymore since!! I have booked in for another fill on the 16th July and am hoping the weight will start to shift. I know the band is in place as certain foods get stuck also if I don't chew, or eat to quickly I throw up, but other than that I can still eat relatively large portions and get hungry alot. does this ring any bells with anyone and if so how did they over come it, I am feeling really frustrated as it cost £7000.00 and for that I only get four fills, of which I will use the 2nd next week!!
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No, I can't tell him...well I will eventually, but I know he will try to talk me out of it. He likes my junk:tongue2: and says this is what happens after you have a baby...I can't accept this-this is the biggest I've ever been and I have a 9 month old to keep up with. I have 3 older sisters and I've only told one (the one who lives here in Dallas with me) I've told three of my closest girlfriends..the ones I know will support me and not judge! I've got a pretty good support system, just wish my honey could understand. He tends to not accept the things he can't understand. I guess we will see how it goes..I want to post pictures, but am afraid he might find them one day :biggrin:. LOL!!! Are you ready to go?? You will be fine. Just think-this time next year we will be saying "what was the big deal"!! GOOD LUCK!!!
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Sghatl - I had two abdominal hernias. My doctor said it was a real mess inside, but from what many others are saying, I don't think it affected my recovery very much. My first week was pretty miserable, but now at 10 days, I'm almost feeling normal. Good luck with yours.
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FoOoa my experience was very painful. I had surgery on a Tuesday and went back to half days for a week on the following Monday. I have had 2 c sections and a hysterectomy and this was the worse surgery yet. I have to tell you though this is the best thing I have done. I LOVE my band. If you would have asked me 2 days after surgery I would not of answered the question but after about 4 days I was feeling alot better. I am so happy I have lost a total of 28 pounds. ( I have not updated my clicker) I can fit into things I have not worn in over a year!! Everyone is different though. There was a girl that had the surgery right before me in the hospital and only felt a little discomfort. As for my experience with it now I am sooooo happy I did this!! The pain I had was well worth it. Good luck!! :confused:
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:Banane19: You guys have no idea how glad I am when i found out about this forum ... it finally encouraged me to take a step and set a date for the surgery, which is in a week :straight Where im currently living there r no available support groups, so u can only imagine how ecstatic i am to find guys who have experience in this type of surgery cuz i am REALLY nervous about the whole thing. One quick Q though .... is it really extremely painful after the surgery???:confused: Cuz that is one of the things i am terrified of and is making me have second thoughts about the whole thing. PLLLLZ inform me about ur experience with the post op pain and to what extent was it?? thannnnnx
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I was exactly the same the week before i was nervous, excited thinking omg what have i done. The morning of surgery i was calm and relaxed i just thought bring it on lol. good luck today sweepyxx
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Due to circumstances beyond my control, the doc started me on Optifast this week. I pushed until this morning (after having a really nasty gallbladder attack last night) and am trying to hold it together. No, the ribs in the fridge aren't calling my name but it is getting interesting around here (especially with all the damn Halloween candy). And no, meditation, walking, keeping busy isn't really helping. I'm craving meat, something substantial and of course, can't. Surgery is November 26th now (doc pushed it two days due to my gallbladder getting yanked at the same time). 25 days....
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Hey My name is Jenna and I live in Connecticut. I am thinking of getting banded but I havent spoken to my Doctor yet. I made an appointment with her for next week but I am so curious about the band and the results of people who have gotten it done already. I am very overweight and I have been my whole life. I just want to be healthy and comfortable with myslef. Two people I know had it done and have had great results. Can anyone tell me more or give me some advice... Hope to meet everyone! Jenna ~
