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Hi all, Just wanted to introduce myself. I am a 38 year old trying my best to get this weight off of me so that I can live life instead of just existing. My body has taken a beating from carrying all these extra pounds around and I want to get better. I am so glad this forum is here for those of us that are struggling with our weight. Nice to meet you all!!
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HI Laura My name is Dee, is this what the doctor told you on your weight lost this seems like a long time it has been a year right. Iam ready to have mine done as soon as my insurance approves it. Are you happy with the results, what is it that you don't like. thanks Dee
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Hey tlambright, I will have my procedure at Manatee Memorial Surgical Weight Loss center. They have two doctors that always do the surgery together. They are Dr. Erbella and Dr. Bunch. The center seems to have a great support system in place. They have a lady named Kathy at the center to answer general questions, they have a dietition that we can call anytime and the hold once a month support group meetings. After reading some posts where people go to Mexico and come back to no support system I'm feeling pretty good about my support.
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Hello everyone. My name is Iman and I just registered with this site today. I am a bandster and was banded on 10/30/2007. I have lost 107 pounds and went down 7 sizes. I hope to lose another 80 pounds to reach my goal weight. My surgeon is Dr Paul Guske of Suburban Surgical Care Specialists and they are out of Elk Grove/Arlington Heights/Hoffman Estates, Illinois. I'm a member of Bandbuddies on Yahoo and a member of ObesityHelp.com. I joined this site because I was interested in shake recipes. I get bored easily eating the same thing day in and day out. And even after a little over a year, I still get tight and need to consume protien shakes.
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Good for you! I was banded on December 4th and I am still on full liquids for another week:thumbdown:. It does feel like the best decision of my life too, but I still want the weight to "fall off"! I have'nt worked out any yet, b/c my port site is too sore for now, but I will soon. Congrats on the weight loss, and welcome to the site! May we loose many pounds together! Danielle
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Just wanted to say "hello" to everyone! I started my journey on September 08, and I just completed the 5th month in the 6-month supervised diet...so far, so good. My last weigh-in will be on Feb. 9, and then my doctor will resubmit my paperwork. My doctor feels that my insurance should approve it, but I'm still keeping my fingers crossed. If all goes well, I should be banded in late March. Just curious if there is anyone with a late March or early April surgery date--or anyone who is having surgery at UCSD. I would love to have a "support" buddy to help motivate each other during the dreaded pre and post liquid diet--and with weight loss.
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Because of Insurance my lap band surgery is not scheduled till February 2009. I tried cutting down on my eating prior to the surgery since my dietician recommended it. It hasn't worked and I put more weight on. My husband is upset with me saying if I can't cut down now the lap band is not going to work. I am worried and wish I could have the procedure done sooner. What are your thoughts ?
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Hi all! I'm Erica. I have not been banded yet. I'm researching the procedure to determine if it's something I want to do. That's why I'm here! I'm married with 3 boys. I've been overweight since I was a teenager. I've tried to do it on my own. I've lost some, but I gain it back. I have diabetes and arthritis in my knees...and I'm tired of all of that. So here I am...to learn about this. I look forward to chatting with you all.
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Insurance Said They Would Approve If..
#MagicWithinme replied to courtdemers's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
All that helps your lapband dr too so he can submit to insurance as well, any diet programs you have tried, followed by dr. or not, any other dr. too who can provide weights. I include a copy of college transcript where it showed that I had fitness classes for 4 years. Good luck! -
Hello! I am new to the forum and I am so glad that I can talk with others who are making this incredible journey! I had my surgery on October 10, 2010, and I have lost 50 pounds. My weight the day of surgery was 230 and I now weigh 179. I'm still a work in progress!!
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Hi Neil! I was sleeved on 4/27/11. My hubby is next in line. He is about 350ish pounds. He has gained about 100+ pounds since he met me 14 years ago and his doc wanted to know what happened and said "I married the carb queen" He jokes with the people in my surgeons office and says " Yeah she's the guinne pig, if she makes it through then I'm next" LOL We have a 13 year old boy and while it would have been cool for both of us to go through it together, it would not have been realistic. But knowing what I know now, I will be able to help him through the whole process. And I can't wait to show him the support that he has so lovingly showed me. I think we are all scared, nervous, and excited all at once. When you look at the big picture as you say, it is all worth it in the end. Good Luck!
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Welcome to VST. It is a great community. I am glad to hear you are starting a cardio class. It will DEFINATELY make a difference. Not only with weight loss, but general attitude, too. I feel soooo good after a good sweat session. I had good sweat sessions when I was morbidly obese, but never felt good about myself. Now, I do. I hear you about moving off of liquids. After not eating anything resembling solids for so long, the thought of challenging your new tummy can be a little daunting. My advice is to just take things slowly. I think it is inevitable to push yourself too far. At some point, I think we all did at least once, just to see where the edge of the envelope is. If something doesn't feel right, stop. Be sure to chew slowly. Put your utensil down between bites. Don't drink while eating ... ya know. You just want your tummy to heal completely. Good luck and let us know how things progress.
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Hi im new my sleeve is may 31
SHORTDOG replied to Jr-Castillo's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
First of all, Welcome to the site Jr. I know what you mean Bro, It seems like it is always easy for people that have never been fat to say..." Just watch what you eat and excersise"...Yeah right! We have all tried that and it has failed us more than once or twice in our life. Don't let no one discourage you because at the end of the day....it is YOU who has to feel all the discomfort and it is YOUR health....NOT theirs. Trust me, they won't be able to stop giving you compliments after you lose the weight. Good luck bro, and God bless! -
Hiatel Hernia and Angulation
SleeveandRNYchica posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I am 3 years post op. I was a slow loser. I lost 53lbs pre/post op from Oct 2012 until July 2013. We found out we were expecting a baby in Sept 2013.. My weight loss slowed between July and August of 2013 leading up to pregnancy. I had a difficult pregnancy but gained weight just like I did in my pre-sleeve pregnancy. After my delivery in 2014, I noticed an increase in reflux and my weightloss was nonexistent. I consulted with a new doctor. He ordered a barium swallow. That showed a hiatal hernia and confirmed gerd. Today, I had my follow up endoscopy which confirmed a nice size hiatal hernia and I have an angulated sleeve, meaning the sleeve is like a hook (I was still a bit high when dr was explaining) lol. But the food does not leave it just sits. It backs up causing gerd and stretching of sleeve. I am feeling some kinda way. Not sure what... Still processing. Gotta make a follow up appt with dr. -
Hello, I am very happy that I found this site. It has made my decision to get LAP-BAND® much easier. I am still in the pre-op process. I went for my psych eval last week. I am waiting for insurance approval. I hope it doesn't take long. I go back to the Dr. on Nov. 17th. My Dr. requires a 3 mo. weight loss attempt before surgery. My journey started Sept. 5 so it will be a little while before my surgery but I am very excited and a little nervous.
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Hi, I'm new to the band community. This is my second time being approved for the surgery. The first time was in the middle of my divorce and my insurance was up right before surgery and I couldn't afford it on my own. My weight wasn't an issue before, but after five failed pregnancies and a divorce I've gained to the point its causing medical issues. I'm extremely nervous, at 24 I still have a hard time grasping that I'd need this surgery. Any tips on how to prep mentally and physically before surgery?
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Welcome to your weight loss journey. Best of luck.
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It took me two years to finally make the decision and get my band! I went to seminars and doctors in 2010 I was ready to do it, then my best friend talked me out it! I have done diets loose the weight and gained back again! My best friend told me you don't need that you fine the way you are is surgery what if something goes wrong, bla bla bla. I went from 205 pounds to 248 in two years! I love food and I don't know when to stop eating!! I have a friend that go the band last year and lost 80 pounds in 9 months when I saw her I couldn't believe it! So I called my insurance found out which doctor was in network went to the seminar! I originally wanted the sleeve but the more research I did the more I wanted the band I wasn't sure about getting my stomach cut off and it wasn't reversible! My insurance required 3 month weight in, psy and nutritionist! So after I made my decision I went to see my friend seat with and explain that this is what I wanted to do for me for my health and that I needed him to stand by my side to support me and be there for me and not to judge me and tell me I told you so if anything when wrong and that was it! I had my surgery June 20! Glad I did!! Good luck! Sent from my iPad using LapBandTalk
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hello well i just wanted to intoduce myself to all u bandsters out there.. my name is Trista i am 22 yrs of age i live in brisbane australia.. i have suffered from obesity for the last 10 yrs of my life n i hate it, im not happy with my self for letting it get to this point, i have chosen to get the lap band done my first dr app starts on wednesday to talk about procedure n everythin that will be happening...to top it off i met the love of my life 11mths back...we have now been broken up for 3 weeks and it has taken its toll on me big time im severly depressed, i have nervous break downs...our break up is not due to my weight as he loves me the way i am but to other issues as the family dont like him in a way it did not help i was puttin myself down the one thing he hated me doin n i hated doin it to , i never meant for it to be said it kinda just happen...there in lies the sayin ( THINK BEFORE U SPEAK) i still love this guy more then i did b4 i met him..and i do hope we get back together, mind u we r still great friends n talk n see each other all the time and he is goin to be there to support me every step of the way but until then he wants me to get help to make me a better person and alot stronger as im not a very strong minded person....my first step is my wieght cuz i no for a fact if im to lose the weight i no ill be a happier an much diff person... anywayz thats alil about me.....i hope to lose need to lose about 70kgs...even if i can get rid of 50kgs first up...so i hope to hear back from all u amazing bandsters and ur life stories...cuz i feel i cant do this on my own . i no im not the only young one out there as we are all young in our own way....please dont judge me!! thanks for listening and hope to talk with some great ppl... cheers Trista
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Hi and welcome, I live in the UK. Well done for making the decision to go ahead with surgery, its a big step. I am currently on the pre-op diet which is two weeks of nothing more than fluids with a few jelly pots thrown in for good measure. Its tougher than i anticipated, and if its a pre-requisite of whats to come then I know i'm going to have to be strong and committed. Like you I was a tubby child that turned into a fat teenager thats turned into an obese adult, I yo-yo'd for years and then I had my son in 2003 and weight just wouldn't shift. I developed Diabetes type 2 and Hypertension, I spoke to my Dr and she made me read up loads on the internet on Bariatric medicine, and here I am 6 months later on my pre-op diet and my surgery is scheduled for next Friday 24th. I wanted to improve my health so I would be around to see my son grow-up and with luck his kids too. This site has proved invaluable for hints tips and information, even in the short time I've been using it. I know it will help you to. The surgery is the easy part I'm sure of that, its the living with the band and its restrictions thats the hard part.:rolleyes2:
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After my 1 cc fill, I feet as tight as I did after surgery. That was 5 days ago. It is a little better tonight, but still tight. I get very hungry sometimes. I think my body is trying to hold on to the weight. Usually after a hungry night, I will lose weight in the next day or so. Hang in there. I was very flustrated because I lost 8 pounds the week of surgery and then bounced around 2-3 pounds, up and down for the next 3 weeks. I tried to be real strick on the liquid protein drinks which helped the hunger, and was able to loose 4 pounds more at the 4 week check in. I know it is hard and the weight seems like it will never come off. But, I can wear clothes 2 sizes smaller and that is incentive. My co-workers can tell I'm loosing, too. I've lost 3 more pounds at week 5. My doc says 1- 1 1/2 pounds a week is good. Angie
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I am also from Ny Brooklyn .. Mark this is not major surgery. Gastic by pass is (in a way).. Are you able to go on Lapband.com. They are the people who manufacture the "lapband" Also if you goodle words asking about Lapband surgery the information you need will be right there to read. Yes, you are a young man.. You know for your self about your eating habits, your exercise habits. You know what you need to do. I did. But I didnt do it. When I got my lapband I was 62 years old. I faced diabetes and saw my brother die from it at 62.For me it was the right thing to do. I hope that you will go to seminars and learn more about this surgery. Would you consider Weight watchers or even Nutrosystem, or Jenny Craig? Have a person to work with is better also I hope you have one~ Maybe your roommate can be that person. I wish you the best.
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Its been 7 weeks since my life has changed and I'm happy. I turned 57 years old on July 27 - Yea Me!!! So far, I have lost 37 lbs and gone from a size 26 to a size 22: These are the things I have noticed since my RNY surgery July 16. 1) Menopausal hot flashes have stopped!!!! Thank you Jesus!!!! 2) No more arthritic pain in my lower back. I can walk distances now. No longer need to ride the buggy in Walmart! 3) Bowling balls do not fit my hand anymore. Had to get the finger inserts changed to a smaller size!!!! 4) I'm a "cheap date" now. Husband doesnt have to spend much money on me when we go out to dinner! 5) Everyone is noticing my weight loss and complimenting and encouraging me to continue. 6) I have "fallen out of love" with fried foods. 7) I have "fallen out of love" with Pepsi, Coca Cola and RC sodas. 8) I am no longer taking blood pressure medication 9) The entire surgical experience was pleasant (only had 3-4 days of surgical gas discomfort). Incisions were closed with a "crazy glue" type of substance that fell off as the incisions healed. 10) Finally have learned the consequences behind overeating and eating too fast and not chewing food properly (I ended up in the bed, in a fetal position calling for my mama!!!!!) I'm so happy with the way things are going. Looks like I'm losing on an average of 5 lbs per week, trying to lose 150 lbs. My biggest problem: Laziness is still a problem when it comes to exercising though. I just can't seem to go to the gym. In the meantime, I'm walking places every chance I get. Just trying to keep moving.
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Hello everyone. I have made the decision to have bariatric surgery. Diagnosed with type one diabetes and high blood pressure last year. Cholesterol diagnosis & meds last summer. I decided at that point to work harder. Exercise daily, eat much better and nutribullet. Well I have & been successful at not gaining more weight but not losing which us what I need to do to get healthy. I have never had a weight problem until I had my daughter in 2004 plus diagnosed with hypothyroidism at the sane time. I am a single mom of two wonderful children. They are 9 years apart but are my world. I am an only child with my mom. I have step brothers & sisters all live out of state. I am super closer with my sister than my brothers although I love them all. I have my first appointment with my surgeon next Wednesday. Thanks to this app plus other research I made the decision to have WLS. I an excited and nervous. I have been so used to feeling bad physically, i.e. tired, achy muscles bones, headaches & backaches. You just keep going, just a way of life. In all actuality... I'm killing myself!!! No I want to live, have to for myself, 10 year old daughter, 19 year old son. My mom I'm her only child... Plus I love life, yes I do... Well I'm happy to see so much support, read other stories and get more inspiration. Thanks for listening & more to come...
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Hi! Surgery on 5/25 and excited!!!
countrymomma posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hi Everyone! I'm glad to be here and really excited about my banding date in less than 48 hours! My sig. has my info/dates/etc. At my highest (not counting my last pregnancy where I hit 300), was 260. As soon as my husband's insurance changed and I found out that surgery may be covered, I started my Dr. supervised diet and dropped down to 220, but gained 10 back. At the time I started my preop diet I was at 230 and now down to 218. I've been wanting to do WLS since 1999 and came very close to RnY in 2000 but chickened out after a LOT of negative feedback from my family. When I finally got my nerve back, I didn't have insurance that would cover it - no matter what co-morbidies I had. My family doctor had Lapband and raved about it and she was worried that if I did RnY that I would get too sick. She referred me to her surgeon (who is in our local rural area) and I was able to get in immediately, get all my paperwork in order and get approved rather quickly. My date was set and here I am! I'm on my presurg diet and I finally have gotten used to not eating. My diet is a liquid only, 800 calorie diet. First few days were rough but my body started losing and that was all that mattered to me at the time. I'm worried about pain after surgery and pain meds... Most pain meds make me want to hurl and thats WITH food in my stomach. I can't imagine being able to take pills after surgery to help with pain. Any ideas or info on this?
