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OK, this is my first post. I found this site about a week after I had my band placed. It has been so helpful to me to see what everyone else is experiencing. So, thought I would share. I had my band on 6/29/09. I went for my first fill today. Absolutely hate, hate, hate needles. I waited in the exam room for about 45 minutes and made the mistake of looking at the supplies about to used.....AGH! Tip- DONT LOOK! Anyways, he got me on the table lying flat on my back, had me raise my feet a couple of inches up, poked around my port with his hands a few seconds, and bam! He was done! I swear I was in shock at how simple, quick, and painless it was! I would never mislead anyone. I wanted to share b/c I know I contemplated bypass for a while b/c the thought of fills horrified me! Just want anyone out there to know, it was great! :scared2::tt1:
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HollySue You are not a failure - you are just in a rough spot. If you can not eat regular food (I'm not talking about pizza) but meats/hard Proteins (cut up to the size of an erase tip), chicken, fish, veggies and some carbs you are too tight and should have some taken out. What is a typical day's food for you - are you tracking your calories are you exercise - are you eating low fat & sugar free. I think you have resorted to eating slider foods (foods that slide right through your band) and that you may be eating more calories than you think. I know that people say they didn't get the band to weight & measure foods - to track calories and Protein grams - but as fat chick we don't know what a real serving size is - we think a serving is 16 oz steak - large loaded baked potato - Soup & salad then dessert - when in fact 4 oz of meat - 1/4 of a large baked potato without the extra and 1/2 cup veggies is a real serving size.. I use my scale and food diary as a learning tool - it helps me know what calories I have eaten for the day - It's easy to forget that string cheese and few crackers - those 200 calories adds up. We are suppose to get min 60 grms of protein - if you aren't reading labels and tracking you don't know what you are getting or not getting - did you know that for every ounce of meat you have 7 grams pt.. I think that you need to quit the pity party about being a failure you aren't you have lost 50lbs and that's a considerable amount to be proud of Now just pull yourself up by your boot straps - make the commitment to yourself right this second that you are going to get the rest of your weight off. This commitment will include exercising min 3 x week for min 30 minutes and build from there - Track your calories - 900 -1200 a day - Eat healthily low fat - low sugar - get your 64 oz of Water - 60 grams of pt & Vitamins. If you need some take out to achieve this (remember tiny tiny bites eat slowly and chew chew chew) if this doesn't work then you do need some taken out - don't drink with meals and up to 1/2 hr after. You can do this Hollysue :glare:- Stand up for yourself you are worth it :Dancing_biggrin:- Come join us on our main thread we are a great group and we will help you We aren't going to beat you up - we aren't going to yell at you we all understand - but we will give you tough band love (operative word being love) I look forward to seeing you on our thread You are a Lucky #7 and you will succeed..
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Why am I not losing weight?
dlynn44 replied to dlynn44's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks for the encouragement you guys! :thumbup: I guess that I didn't think of people including their pre-surg weight loss. I will try bumping up my calorie intake. I have just been afraid to do it because of the stall. I go for another fill on the 31st so hopefully that will help with the hungry feeling. I got 1.2cc on my first fill so I am at 3.2cc right now, she originally put in 1.8cc but had to remove .6cc because I couldn't get the sip of Water to go down. I am going to continue with the exercise because it just makes me feel good! I have noticed that my clothes are fitting a little more loosely in the waist and thighs and my stomach has gone down some. Just not seeing it on the scale. Good luck to you all as well! By the way where did you get the weight loss ticker from? -
Cagstorm, My doctor required a two week liquid diet pre-op. No solids, but unlimited broth as if that were a consolation. Good luck with your diet and banding... Also, have you strategized how you will handle Turkey day? That is going to be tough for me because I am still on my two week post op liquid diet....
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I'm new to this site and it will be one year since my surgery next week. I'm at a loss. 12 pounds in one year and I need to relook at this. Great to be here.
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Has anyone had this happen?? I am def noticing that I am losing hair and it's freaking me out! I saw my dietician last week and she siad it could be because I am low in iron as Im not eating meat etc. I am off to the doctors on Friday for a blood test to see if that is the reason. Has this happened to any of you?? Does it right itself naturally or did you take protein shakes???????? Help!
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2nd fill!!!!!!!!!
LeighaMason replied to skinnygirl's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had my second fill a few weeks ago, and I think they got it right. I eat well, don't get hungry for several hours after eating and have been losing 2 lbs a week, and I have lost 3 so far this week. I am not going to push it and risk getting too tight. I think I will hang out here until I stop losing. I only get hungry when I have waited too long to eat and then I am hungry the rest of the day. Glad to hear y'all are doing well. -
Hello everyone, My name is Joyce. I was banded November 15, 2007. I live on the east coast. I completing my fourth week and I have lost 10 lbs. I have maintained the weight since I lost. I have not had a fill as of yet. I will see the surgeon the first week of January 2008. I am thinking I will probably need a fill. My weight fluctuates everyday. It seems I am losing then I gain it right back. I initially exercised, but my incisions are bothering me. I am getting sharp pains and a pulling sensation when I am standing and walking. My stomach is drooping a little, maybe that is the reason for the pulling?? Anyway, I am getting my Protein requirements in everyday and I am keeping good records of my diet. Oh, well. I do feel a lot better and my friends are complimenting me on my initial weight loss, especially those who didn't know I had surgery. I just want to get the ball rolling though. I am new to this site and look forward to everyone's comments.
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I'm 3 weeks in and I wake up in the mornings feeling like crap! Is this normal? Any tips?
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Wow. I never expected it to go SO QUICKLY. I was just approved yesterday. I start my 2 week pre-op liquid diet on July 26th. Pre-op appt with surgeon is on August 3rd. Still trying to find out if my husband will be home from Afghanistan in time for my surgery or if I'll be doing it alone. I'm nervous about the pre op diet just because I get headaches/migraines, so no real food may make it harder on me. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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Im post op 3 days and my doctor already has me on pureed foods already. Is that okay because many of you guys have been on liquid diet for about 2 weeks two a mknth and I've only been on it for 3 days also some soups and some yogurt especially the sugar free pudding and the cheese have carbs in it but I've been looking for foods that have low carbs. Is it okay to have that little amount of carbs?
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Water retension after surgery
Kindle replied to memex5's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was still up 11 pounds one week after surgery. The next week when I weighed I was down a pound or two. I was glad to be so well hydrated. -
Questions for other--- 1. Was anyone else unsure of the feelings of being full? We have all had those feelings! It is a learning process. 2. Did anyone else feel like they were just on a strict diet at first? Oh definitely! thought.. If I was going to have to be on a diet like this all the time, why am I going through the process of getting the band.. then I realized the band really helped me eat less and added to my control... 3. Is it unusual to lose 17 lbs in six days? I would say you are one of the lucky ones! Don't knock it! Enjoy! 4. How long does the soreness last? I was mildly sore for about 4-5 days.. a little swollen. But by the end of the first week, I was totally back to normal. Congrats on your decision and getting your surgery.. You have gotten off to a GREAT START! Good Luck and God Bless!
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It depends on the surgeon. Some prefill it, but I think most wait until you are 4-6 weeks post op. I waited.
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I am a little confused about when you get the 1st fill. Do you get a fill at time of surgery? Or is the band inserted only at time of surgery and your 1st fill is 4-6 weeks from surgery? Thanks, Crystal
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anyone having trouble with phlegm??
daynaloo posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi all- I know this is a gross subject, but I am having alot of trouble with phlegm! It happened to me twice last week, there was so much pressure on my band that I threw up, about a half hour after I ate. I have been banded since 12/03/07. I had my 3rd fill at the end of June, and I have finally hit my sweet spot. I am not sure if I am just have an allergic reaction to the food I am eating, or if something else is going on! Anyone having this problem?? Thanks! Daynaloo:blink: -
Hi everyone. I am scheduled for surgery on August 4th and have 2 weeks out of work for vacation scheduled. I am wondering about going back to work. I have intermittent heavy lifting to do. I work on a loading dock and have to open and close tractor trailer doors intermittently throughout the shift. I don't want to go back on restricted limitations because a) i really don't want anyone to know b)they can send me home without any pay So, for those of you who are experienced, do you think i could do my job?
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Brooke from Annapolis, Maryland
iwantoffthissite posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hello all! I am just beginning my lap band journey. I have been researching the procedure for about a year, and have finally decided it might be the right fit for me. I have been struggling with my weight since I was about 8 years old (I am now 22) and am just no longer willing to accept living my life in misery. I have tried just about every diet there is, and have been the most successful on weight watchers. That said, every time I lose weight on weight watchers (or on any diet) I end up gaining it back within a year. I cannot seem to keep weight off for any period of time. Its so frustrating! I think the lap-band procedure can help me with this. Right now, I have a BMI of 40.5. I believe that based on this BMI, my insurance will cover the surgery. I have carefirst Blue Cross Blue Shield. Does anyone else have this insurance? I am interested to find out more about everyone's exerieces before, during and after the surgery. How hard is the lifestyle to stick to? What kinds of things are you supposed to be eating on a daily basis? I have heard I cannot eat coconut anymore after surgery, why? Also, what were your friends and family's reactions surgery? I have had people tell me they think its "the easy way out," but to me, it doesn't seem very easy at all. It just seems like a way to help, and even safegaurd your hard work at weight loss. Thoughts? Finally, does anyone live near Annapolis, MD who would be willing to talk more with me about the surgery? Anyone had surgery at GBMC in Baltimore? That's where I plan to have mine done. I am going in for an information session in 2 weeks and cant wait. Hope to hear back from you soon! Best, Brooke -
Post-op Recovery time for energy levels ??
Dawn NH replied to AdMan's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I had my gallbladder out six years ago, and I was just banded 12/12. I had a difficult surgery for both. My gallbladder had not moved back into position (I had just had a baby) so that made the surgery harder. I was in bed for 1 week taking a lot of pain medicaiton. My Lapband was put in this week, and I feel great!!! I was prepaired for the same pain as my gallbladder but it is nothing like that. My surgen said that because she had a hard time getting the band in my body that I would have some extra pain from that. I have been moving and able to do things on my own even in the hospital this time. The nurses kept telling me to slow down and rest. Hope this helps!! -
I will feel normal again...right?
ASKSARAH - Sleeve replied to sarahgirrl's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It takes about 2-4 weeks before you have energy again, I was totally ok though. I had surgery on a Friday I was back in the swing of things on that Tuesday. I flew home that Monday and I was totally ok, But I remember not being able to run around with the kids like I used to for about 2 weeks. Hang in there. It gets way better! -
The most important thing is to get enough protein to stop hunger. You don't seem to be reaching even 50 g on that eating plan. I can not imagine how you were able to even eat pizza at 5 weeks...I am about 11 months out and can't eat dough at all. Be careful with that, it can be very painful.
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Hola from a new member
Babygirl_68 replied to SueinSpain's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I am sorry to hear about your back injury, I know you pain I have back pains (21 years worth). But glad to see that you want to get back on the band wagon. Just approved last week thursday, my journey is just begining. Gook luck you can do it. -
Hi Everyone! I have my first appt in a week and I am so excited! I have lots of questions though... I have read alot on this site in the last week so I decided to join tonight! Everyone on here seems so nice and helpful so I thought it would be good to start! And give me a little more insight on everything.:sneaky:
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3 weeks post op....think hurt myself exercising
sharnut replied to ta0726's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hello, I was banded a year ago yesterday! I remember the first few times on the elipitical - was difficult. I think the "backwards" may have put alittle more pressure in the port area - I don't think you would have done any damage - just be careful & stick with going forward for another few weeks. Enjoy your band!!!! Sharon -
I need GOOD mushy food ideas!!
oldiebutgoodie2 replied to ImStrongEnough's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I don't mash anything (too disgusting to even try!)...I'm in week 2 and can eat 2 oz of real food, 3 times a day. I have eaten tuna, salmon, eggs, bean soup (with ground turkey and ground lean hamburger in it!). I take tiny bites and chew at least 25-30 times before swallowing, and put my fork down between bites. I eat at about the same rate as everyone else at the table eating regular amounts.
