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Hello Everyone I'm New
americas_suiteheart replied to Nicki Leilani's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hi Hun ! Welcome keep us updated ! I am scheduled for surgery with the next week and a half ! We'll be almost partners ! -
Hello from Vegas! New to the Site.
vegasdee replied to asinger21's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
hi , my name is Denise ,Im located in Vegas as well. I had my surgery 3 weeks ago thru Dr Atkins andDr Soongs office. Would love to chat.I havent found anyone on here so far from vegas, but im pretty new on here. Cant wait to here form you -
Pool & Beach?
courtney333 replied to skinnycupcake13's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My surgeon didn't allow me to swim until 2 weeks post op! Keep in mind you don't want to be in large areas of water with your incisions still healing! Your more prone for infection! -
5 weeks til 1st Surgeon Appt....how to get a head start?
gina171 posted a topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
My first appointment with my surgeon is on July 14th, so I have a good 5 weeks. I would like to use this time wisely. I don't feel the need to go on weeks of food funerals, though I am sure I will have 3 or 4 favorite meals during this time. But how else can I best use the time til mid-July? Here's what I am in the process of doing now: I have read several books and am well versed on the different surgery types, am uncertain btw. sleeve and RNY, will rely on physician input once he sees the whole health picture. I am seeing my primary care doc on this month to officially record starting weight, and let them know I am getting WLS. I will attend support group meetings. Am getting my psych eval done this week. Trying out different protein products. So I guess the big question is, do I start serious, low carb, dieting now, in the meantime? I am the type who can lose 20 pounds fairly easily, but then....I stall, and I stall HARD, and then I usually get sloppy and start slowly regaining. So I am a little worried about losing my 20 easy pounds, showing up to the surgeon mid-July and he says, hey lose 10% of your body weight before surgery please, and then I am stuck "starting over" right in the really hard part of every diet I have ever been on. Maybe I am whining here? I would like to do everything I can to get a head start before that first surgeon appt, since I'd like to do the surgery as soon as I can bc of work cycles (I work in college administration). I supposedly have no mandatory diet and exercise waiting period (we'll see on that....). I figure that starting to lose weight now will just mean it's some weight at least that I don't have to lose later, so maybe I should just jump in and diet? Try bariatric recipes? What do you recommend? Thanks for any input or advice. -
Had my surgery on July 11th, 2009 in Mexico. I have to be honest i was pretty scared. However everything went great! It has been 3 weeks today and i feel great. I have amzaing support from my boyfriend. If it wasn`t for him i don`t think i would be doing so great!:biggrin: Now the beginning of my new life has just started and i am very excited for what is a head for me in my future:thumbup:.
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YES!!! today was the end of my three weeks. So onto my pushbike and off to the labband nurse to get those dreaded scales and yes I did it, I'm proud of myself not only did I loose the 3kg (6.6lbs) but I lost another 2kg (4.4lbs) a total of 5kg (11lbs) So I'm over the moon, To others that may not sound much of a weight loss but to me after still fighting the battle to lose my weight even with the band its a mile stone for me, and every kilo I loose gets me that little bit further to my goal, It may take me longer than most to do it but I know I'll get there in the end.:sad::biggrin:
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Hi My name is Gabby I'm 46yr old grandma from York UK, I've completed all pre-op testing my final re-op appointment was 2 weeks ago and my consent form has been signed. I'm sure i'm not alone when i say I hate waiting....the not knowing when i can start my pre-op diet is so frustrating not knowing if i should do another grocery shop or not....going to start phoning my surgeons secretary tomorrow to try and push things forward. I just want to get started it feels like i've been waiting forever.
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Anyone have 8/26 surgery date?
AllStar1 replied to jwoods0721's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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Hi Shelley: I live in Oregon, and was banded 4 months ago, in Tijuana, due to the cost of the surgery here in the states. I had my first fill in January, in Portland, and since then I have found two other Dr's who will do fills for Mexico bandsters. I just had a friend who had the band done last week, here on the Oregon coast, and the cost was $12,000. It was day surgery, at the medical center, so she didn't have the huge hospital expense. I would not hesitate to go back down to Mexico, I loved my Dr, and his whole team, and in fact my daughter has just had surgery by Dr. Ortiz also. But by the time you factor in the plane fare and your fills, it might be cheaper to go here. My cost in Mexico (including tickets) was almost $11,000. Do lots of research, and if you would like more info, you can PM me.
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It's been a long time coming. I am finally getting sleeved next week. I've been a part of this support site for a while now, but was gone for quite some time. I'm back and is looking forward to communicating with people going down this same road or has already done the procedure (VSG).
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Thank you, both, so much! I did put on about 10Ibs, Kathy, but it's off now. Focusing on at least 60g of Protein per day, no more than 40g of carbs or fat, and loads of Water. Swimming once or twice a week, depending on how tired I am and whether my legs want to play
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This is an issue for me as well. I am 2 weeks out and still struggling with sleep due to not being able to sleep on my side like is usually would. I am exhausted! I tried sleeping with a pillow on my side but now help. I wake up around 3:00am and can't fall back to sleep. Very exhausted so I understand what you are going through. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful! Hopefully someone else out there has some tips that we could both use
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I'd sure like to hear how your next week goes! Mine is in two weeks. I want it now. I feel the same as you do. I can't wait...and yet, I'm a little concerned about dealing with the port. Thanks for the description of how yours went. I feel better about it now. Good luck and please let me know if it makes a difference for you. Or how you feel about it. Take care!!!
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Tonite..I had some rice..I figure I went this long with the diet I thoought I could have some rice..But since I ate that now my tummy hurts(shame on me) But I got my protein drinks(powder) at GNC..Its really good I can mix it with either skim milk or water, The water seems to help better with my hunger. I have lost 11pounds being on that diet..And, I can only imagine after tomorrow since its only liquids for another 2 weeks I may lose 10 more wooohoooo me..I never said but my weight was 204...I am down to 198 now...I am glad about that...But we are gonna be looking good..YEAHHHH I cant wait...Hoope everything goes well tomorrow for you..I am gonna be on lapband awhile tonite It helps me calm down talkin to other banders...
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Congrats on your approval. United Health Care came through for me in less than one week! Keep us posted!!!
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I hope that I dont sound like I am gloating or boasting, I truely am not, but I have been approved today for the lap! UHC approved me in just 1 week. I am so excited and grateful (and just a lil' scared). I am new to this site, but have learned that many prospective patients are forced to jump through hoops before getting approved. I almost feel guilty. Dr. Snow's office (Stephanie) made it very painless. My wife and I are going to sit down tonight and choose the best date for us. Luckily I have plenty of sicktime at work, so time is on my side. Thanks for this great site, I have learned SO much information here. For those of ya'll still waiting for approval, my heart and prayers go out to ya'll. I will post often. -R-
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I agree with that article. I find it hard to get enough hours of sleep in and then the quality of sleep is not always the best. For me it's mostly the hubby trying to get comfortable with his hip pain at night and he can keep me up with the tossing and turning big time. I don't complain because I know how much pain he is in and this cold weather is NOT helping matters. On a personal note for me, there are so many things that have to be done...and my mind can keep spinning way into the early morning hours and never shut down if I let it. Since being banded I have made a very concentrated effort to get more sleep, and to create a routine that I diligently try to stick to especially during the week. On days when I'm feeling good (this winter I seem to be sick every other day!) I try to get up extra early and get a 20 minute walk, stretch or meditation in before getting the day started. I have to tell you that 20 minutes in the morning really makes my days go so much smoother. I feel more alive and alert and in control of the way I am able to deal with the often times uncontrollable events of the day and rest a little easier at night. How about you? Do you have anything specific that helps you get more/ better sleep?
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Tummy Tuck Draining and Breast Lift Questions
Esmeralda posted a topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
I had a tummy tuck, lipo and a breast lift with implants on 02/21 and I had my drains from the tummy tuck for 9 days after the doctor removed the drains I had to go back on the 4th day because I was still having swelling from liquid in my lower tummy so he removed it will a large needle, I had some more removed on Saturday and I have to go back again tomorrow because I am still having draining has anyone else had this happen?? He said everyone is different and that unless I am completly off my feet the liquid will subside but it will take a while. Also I had a breast lift with implants and my implants are still kind of high so my boobs don't look really round yet how long will it take for them to get lower?? I am just a little over 2 weeks out so I still have a while for the swelling and everything to fall in place. By the way my surgery was great I had no pain only discomft, I only took the pain meds for 2 1/2 days and I was walking perfecly straight within the first 3 or 4 days. Can't post much because I just came back to work and I am very behind. -
Tummy Tuck Draining and Breast Lift Questions
BabyGotBack replied to Esmeralda's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
I didn't have swelling after my drains. Are you wearing your body girdle? I had to wear mine day and night for 6 weeks. It made a big difference. Also, your breasts will drop and look more natural, but that takes quite a few months. -
Tummy Tuck Draining and Breast Lift Questions
Esmeralda replied to Esmeralda's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
What is an MR?? I had a large amount of tummy removed so my surgeon said that is one of the reasons why I have so much draining, this week its alot less but I still need to get it removed. Thursday will be 4 weeks and I also can wait to stop wearing the binder. -
Don't worry too much about the pre op diet !! you will be fine!! you still have plenty of time to get started! no point beating yourself up over it!!! and anyway Dr Chris didn't stipulate a set diet! just said low fat so you don't need to be too extreme! I know what you mean about the cigarettes!!!!!!! funny thing is it was my blood pressure that triggered this whole thing off a couple of weeks ago!! it was so high that my medication had to be instantly upped and i have had to attend my doctor every 2 days for checks etc! i was so shocked at the time that i gave the fags up the very next day! and will now be off them 2 weeks tomorrow!! It was my doctor who suggested the band cos losing the weight would help with my health problems! i hadn't even considered it til then lol!! Knowing that i am going to get this done in the next 4 weeks has given me determination to kick the cigarettes once and for all, and my doctor said that i should look on the positive side! at least i don't have to worry about putting on weight by giving up!!!! Don't want to buy many clothes either! but going back to college just before my operation and need a couple of things to tide me over til i thinner!! I am lucky though! i kept all my "thinner' clothes from the last time i lost weight! so i have plenty of size 16 and 18s which will hopefully fit me by christmas!! When do you intend to go down for your first fill? i think his next time here is around the 11th of October or so? this will be too soon for my first fill, which means i will have to wait til November!! that will be about 6 weeks!!!! OH well! nothing i can do about that! Have you ever used the chat room on this site? Oh by the way! my msn is angiecurran70@hotmail.co.uk hang in there!! not too long now! angiexxx
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Post-Op Inquiry
OutsideMatchInside replied to alikelley's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
2 weeks seems good. You might be really tired at the end of the day, so if you have a long commute home, that might be rough. -
Thanks for asking this - I am going to Cabo and Maui over the next two months and I wondered the same thing. I am planning on hitting the beds next week.
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This sounds weird but I am 3 weeks post op and I almost feel like my stomach is now in my back. I am used to feeling hungry and that real full feeling as a stomach discomfort. Now it is feeling more like a back discomfort. When I take a too big a bit, dont chew enough etc.. I feel it in my back. I mentioned it to the nutritionist today (who has never had a lap band) and she had never heard of such a thing. Am I alone in this?
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Submitting to insuance tomorrow!
cranberryridge replied to cdunn's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Have u had the surgery? When I talked to insurance today they said turn around time for decisions is 15 days or less. The WLS program told me once it is approved I have to attend a 3 hour pre op class. They have been scheduling those once a week. After the class I can schedule my appointment with the surgeon and then I will schedule surgery. I am thinking maybe in November. thanks!
