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Hi. I'm new to this site. Found it by accident. It's taken me a year to make this decision, but I finally did it in September. I have had my psych eval., sleep study, several consultations with my surgeon, Dr. Christine Edwards and two meetings with the dietician. I'm hoping to be banded in January sometime. I've been doing a diet for about three weeks and trying to get used to less food. I've lost about 9 lbs. so far. I joined to get some ideas, advice and just hear from people that are in the same situation that I am in. I have support from home, but not a lot. I have two teenage boys that eat well and a husband that has been thin his whole life. I haven't told anyone else in my family for various reasons, one being they would probably try to talk me out of this. I'm doing this for my health. My father died of a stroke at 55 and I don't want to go down that road. So far what I've seen on the site is a lot of good advice and support from a lot of people that are in the same situation. Looking forward to hearing from others and sharing some stories. Thanks for listening.:laugh:
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I didn't realize you can get a leak after two weeks of surgery. I read some horror stories in here now I can't eat and I don't want to drink I'm non-stop checking my temp. I don't know what to do I'm only two weeks post- op when can I start feeling secure?
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feeling good but stall out a lot.
Babiebleu44 replied to Babiebleu44's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I meant to write more. The attached picture is from the end of Sept at 290 pounds. The pic on the right is me beginning of Feb at 225 pounds and now I'm 216. It feels great but I get stuck so much. I have a lot of skin already too which depresses me. What do you guys do when you get in stalls? -
Check your plan or ask your doc. Mine was fine with it after a week
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Im ashamed, but I have to ask...
DoOver replied to Justagirl's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have a heart issue that requires antibiotics before dental work and my doctor told me that after the healing process (first weeks only) of complete there should not be any issues at all. So I'd agree with the previous post that you should be fine in regards to absorption. -
Aetna And Approval
cphelan679 replied to cphelan679's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thank you so much. I am such a nervous nelly :-( The information was just sent in Thursday afternoon, so hopefully I will have my answer this week!! -
Feeling blah....
freelee replied to christina.banks's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Christina, I'm in the exact same boat. My surgery was June 16. I have started refried beans and yogurt to suppliment the protein drink, but still have never since surgery hit my 60 g of protein or 64 oz of water. Pre-surgery diet was 2 weeks of protein drinks only, and I did fine......but I could drink them much faster. Now it is very hard to get them down. I see the nutritionist tomorrow and hope to get some pointers. I'm sure this is what is making me feel blah also. -
Feeling blah....
James Marusek replied to christina.banks's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
During the first few weeks it can be hard meeting the requirements but then it gets easier with time. Find a Protein shake you can tolerate. I would blend in a half a banana into my Muscle Milk Light (vanilla cream) powder using Water and my Ninja blender and it help to make the protein shake tolerable. The important thing is to experiment. [The banana does not count against your meal allotment.] -
Hello fellow Banders, I am celebrating my 2-week post-op mark today! Honestly, it feels like more than that. I am down a total of 25 pounds since my surgery date weigh-in. I am actually having to wear a belt with everything because I'd be sagging like no tomorrow if I didn't. I have been eating good and getting around so much better this second week. I am returning to work on Friday. It will be nice to get back in the routine. Cheers and God Bless everyone, Jason "The Nightshift Nurse" St. Louis, MO
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I will call Dr. Eduardo's office again. I think I called them way back when I was still deciding about the band. I think they were a little more expensive than I wanted to pay. I have been calling around today and I am still waiting on call backs. So far I have gotten a call back from Dr. Bauman/Dr. Pirrello's office. His info is as follows: ROC W. BAUMAN, JON R. PIRRELLO (704-786-5700): $200 initial consult, $400 per fill, $248 fluro for 1st fill. Uses a needle for numbing. Will do 1st fill @ 8 weeks.
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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!
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Thrilled with the 6+ month wait
Froggi replied to sandibly's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
that sounds sort of like mine cept I have 12 sessions 1 every 2 weeks. But I always meet with the nutritionist etc I just started month 4 out of 6 and I am down 20.5 lbs. -
Ok so I just finished week 2 after my TT and things are great except I caught my husbands cold so sneezing is a OMG moment. Other than that no more pain meds and cutting back on the Advil. The brushing is almost gone, I have been massaging them daily. The swelling is going down and as that does so is the weight. If I get brave enough ill put up pictures lol.
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Okay so I have Aetna insurance and I am doing the three month program. I am currently on month 2 (about to be on month 3). In November (first month) my nutritionist weighed me in at 270lbs. I have also been seeing an exercise therapist that also weighs me and in November she weighed me in at 271lbs. At the very beginning of December my exercise therapist weighed me in at 271lbs. I just had my second nutritionist appointment today 12-22-10 and she weighed me in at 280lbs! I've gained 9lbs in December! Yes, I am definitely going to blame it on the holidays. I have been to SO many Christmas parties and it's just hard. Now, I know I can lose that 9lbs by my next and final nutritionist appointment which will be in January. However, I am just a little worried that my insurance company (aetna) will see that 9lbs weight gain and deny me. I mean, I AM going to lose it by my next nutritionist visit and be at my original 270lbs. I am just worried about insurance. So my question is, has anyone gained weight during their weight-loss program but then lost it to be back down to their original level and still got approved? Thanks!
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Newbie from Kansas City :)
SteveInKansas replied to wey2bz's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Alright, how about a lil help from the KS/MO bunch. I'm starting my two week pre-op diet next week and need to know what's good and what's not. Went to GNC today and it was the girl's first day so she was no help at all. Wally World has some stuff but when you dont know what your after . . . . . . . I've read about the whey Protein powder, is this something you can add to food also??? Would like to try different thing's to see what I like and what to avoid. Any help would be appriciated! -
pain in chese between boobs...
hopefulmom25 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yes, I know I'm going to ask my doc about this. I have my six-week checkup and 1st fill scheduled for next week. But, just curious if anyone else has gone through this... Anytime I eat or drink anything, I get a pain in my chest. Right between my boobs. Sometimes it radiates to my back between my shoulder blades. It's a dull ache with sharper stabbing pains. It's not debilitating or anything, but definitely uncomfortable. Has anyone else experienced this? What was the cause of your chest pain? Thanks! -
My doc said that I could come back in a week to get a fill, but because of the distance that I traveled, I ended up waiting for over 40 days. I would see how you are feeling. If you are still having problems I would wait to get a fill...if you still feel very unrestricted, then you could go in next week. Do they do the fills under fluoro?
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New Member and Fill Too Tight Question (might be on wrong board)
Guest posted a topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I'm still trying to figure your boards out so please forgive me if I've placed this on the wrong board. First I just signed up and look forward to each email. I am a SAHM to a 4 yr old both me and my husband of 8+ yrs have had the lapband....mine was on 11/10/05 and his 12/1/05. Here is my too Tight question....background.....Ok got my 2nd fill on 2/6 (2.5 cc) after talking to Doc over the weekend went in on the 13th and had some removed (2.4 cc). I am still unable to eat solid food of any kind without getting that feeling and discomfort....after just 2 bites (no matter how small). Since getting this 2nd fill I've had nothing but PB's where before I never had one. I can do chicken but I have to walk the floor just to eat it and pray it stays down. Bean and Bacon Soup with one very soaked oyster cracker did me in I PB'd that...hope that gives ya and idea...I can't do Protein shakes cuz half way thru I get that feeling and discomfort again. I'm limited to Soups and such which I can't survive on that. I am doing good with something warm first thing but again I'm dreading eatting and thus not eatting till my stomach tells me to feed it...but I do watch the bits and such....but I've even done a while week out of state like this and just not sure I can go on like this. So, do I get some more taken out, idea's, suggestions, opinions, anything? :help: Joy Dr. Cribbins 11/10/05 245/220/169.5 (175) -
Thanks for your post.....I feel this process is soooooooooo long. I have my psych appointment next week then all will get submitted to my insurance Heres hoping!
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Welcome StaceLG I was petrified before my surgery having never had one before but the staff were brilliant and kept me relaxed before I knew it it was over...sure i had some pain in the first couple of weeks but it was soooo worthit...I have never looked back!
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Hi Everybody!! I'm new to forums in general so it's going to take me a while to learn all the in and outs. About me: Colombian, 35 y/o, lived in Ft lauderdale FL for 9 years, married, two girls (3 y/o and 10 months). I've been researching about the sleeve for a few months now and want to thank all of you sleevers that have shared your experiences and thoughts. WLS is a difficult desicion to make. So...........I am down to two options :thumbup:: Dr. Almanza in Tijuana and Dr. Cure in Barraquilla (Colombia). I am tired of just thinking about it so i hope i can make a desicion in the next two weeks. Back to work now.........MC
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4 weeks post-op tomorrow and still having pain
LindafromFlorida replied to kimby77's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You may have pulled something at the gym. I would slow down on that for sure. They tell us no lifting. I remember about 4 weeks out lifting something and had pain for 2 days. -
For many, its nigh on impossible in the post surgical period to get in enough calories and nutrients. You wont starve or get ill or deficient in the few weeks it will take for you to heal and get your calories up there. Relax, and dont worry about it. Your body has plenty of reserves. Eat what you can fit it, eat healthy but there's NO point in eating more than you want to.
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2 weeks post-opt need help please
pixistix replied to tannie's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was very nauseated the first week after surgery, then after that passed, I was RAVENOUS! Until you get a couple of fills and have proper restriction, it is difficult. Search this forum for "bandster hell" and you will read all about it. I really like "Pure Protein" chocolate Protein shakes. I don't think Wally World carries it, but it is available online. Good luck to you! -
You lost 20lbs in 2 weeks?? That's pretty darn amazing!!! Sounds to me like you're doing great, and right on track!! You can't expect to lose those big numbers every single week, as long as you keep following the rules and doing what you're supposed to, the weight will continue to come off!
