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Congrats good luck. I still gotta wait two weeks no no one week and six days.
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So glad to be here. Banded 12-11-08 in Dallas area.
elarai posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I am so glad to find a place to have all my questions answered. My journey has been disappointing but your stories have uplifted me and I realize I am not alone and my story is not so unusual.. I was banded on 12-11-08 by Dr. Nicholson from Baylor Plano. Looking to talk to any of his patients since I haven't had a support group meeting yet. I have been so hungry...I have only lost 12 pounds. I didn't realize that Dr. Nick doesn't put any fill into the band until 6 weeks post op. Something he forgot to mention. Is this common? Oh well, my fill appt is next week, maybe it will help. Would love to hear from anyone with similar experiences. -
yep, same here. three months out and i can gulp now if i want to. I've noticed it feels way more uncomfortable if the drink is too hot or cold. i prefer not ice cold water for sure now!!!!!!!!!!!
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I didn't crush any. There was one that I broke in half, but didn't crush any...and my Omega-3 pill is big....but haven't had any issues. Because my surgeon gives us Vitamins through IV on the day of surgery, and a Myers Cocktail 4-5 days post-op, we don't actually start taking vitamins for 2-3 weeks post-op. I did take the fish-oil supplement, as well as a magnesium supplement with no issues however. Breaking up your pills would be fine in most cases for vitamins/supplements, but some prescription pills are time-release and so you'll need to check with your doc beforehand. Most are fine...it's normally just the time-release ones that you can't "crush".
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I think i am the newest bandster on this board for now! I feel like I was hit with a baseball bat--and have the bruises to prove it if anyone wants to see, but liquids are sliding down o.k.--- How much am I supposed to take daily? And how much of this beneprotein? Help--I can't remember a thing=-=and all my papers say is "clear liq. x 1 week, then fulll liq". Happy as a clam, Kimberly
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Maybe you won't have a stall. Not everyone does. I just reviewed my weight record and I only had one week where my weight stayed the same. That was at the 5 month mark. My losses weren't huge every week but were losses. I reached my original goal in 9 months and my personal goal in 11 months so not fast but I got there slow and steady! I'm actually maintaining below my goal now and I still follow the guidelines I was given as far as getting enough protein and drinking enough water. I still track my food to make sure I'm doing the right thing! Statistics say year 3 is the time when most people start having regain and I'm determined to not let that happen because I just paid a a pretty good price for plastic surgery and plan to have more this year! I'm a couple of months into year 3 and so far so good!
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Support meeting left me with more ????s
juliegeraci replied to wendyjoy's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Wendy, I have to be honest with you. In my case (and I'm not saying most) it has been a very slow process to lose weight. I am down 32 lbs in 6 months at the normal rate of 1 lb per week. The lapband is not a quick fix. For some of us it takes a lot more work then a bypass would. You may find that you have better results because of your metabolism but for mine I haven't. Just know that the lapband is a tool, not a fix for obesity. You have to eat well, exercise and make sure you are taking in enough protein. If you do that you will lose. But you do have to be patient. Good luck with your decision. -
Wow! Measurements Are Telling A Different Story...
2Big2Skate replied to Fluffnomore's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
4 weeks here and I'm on the fifth hole in my belt. I was on the first hole when this started. And I really notice clothing isnt grabbing in the armpit and crotch area. That's the best feeling!!! -
Harder To Lose Post-Op: Anyone Else?
JerseyGirl68 replied to LumpySpacePrincess's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It has got to be frustrating to be doing what you are instructed and it doesn't seem to be going as smooth. You may actually be taking in too few calories. If you're working out every day, you just might need more. Have you talked to your NUT recently? At 6 weeks out I was taking in about 800 calories a day and was satisfied, but losing very slowly. My Nut upped it to 1000 and it was steady until about 9 or 10 months out and slowed a bit. But I knew to expect the last bit to be the hardest to lose. Good luck.. -
12+ weeks out! How many Calories do you average per day?
apple-saucy posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Curious what your average caloric intake is at 3 + months out. I feel like I'm eating a lot more calories than the average sleever. I average 800-1000 per day 20-40 grams of carbs 80-100grams of Protein...fats kind of a wild card. 30-60 grams per day... Is this ok? I'm still losing on average 4lbs per week though it's slowed down some as my food intake has increased. (was 4.75 lbs per week at first) Having a stall every 3wks or so for 7-10days. I'm trying not to freak or get over worried. I've lost 40lbs since surgery which also seems to be a bit on the slower side than average... -
First I should say I was banded on 10/18. I still have the shoulder "gas" pain occasionally, maybe once a day. For about 4 days now I have had a strange feeling in my upper abdomen and throat. It is very hard to describe, not a pressure, but not comfortable. I started having some minor discomfort (not intolerable pain) in the area right below my breasts in the center. I of course thought heart, but my pressure is normal and pulse is at 70 and I feel fine other than this. The feeling has traveled up to my neck area but is still in the center chest area too. It feels like something is stuck and not moving but I am eating fine and no problems keeping food down. It is less when I lie down, and if I force a burp it stops for a few seconds but then it is back. I took Gas-X which didn't help at all. I also have pain on both sides below my ribs that feels like pulling inside. It feels like my ovaries were stitched to my stomach and when I move they pull. That pain is occasional and when it occurs I am knocked down for a few minutes. I didn't call the Dr because I have an appt for a fill on Tuesday so I will discuss this with him then. I was wondering if anyone else had these pains? I did write a post a week ago asking if this was worth it. I am losing weight, but because I am STRICT with what goes into my mouth. I almost feel now like I want the band out, I just can't take these constant pains. I wonder if my insurance would be willing to pay for removal, I am not living productivly because of them, I have to be careful and not move to quickly so I don't get the pain in my lower abdomen, and I am uncomfortable all the time.
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Steven, here's a bit of motivation to help you make it through: After my surgery, my surgeon had me on liquid diet for THREE WEEKS!!! No pudding, nothing creamed, mushed, or pureed. It was either "liquid you can see through" or Protein shakes without anything added to it. Three longgg weeks of liquid misery. Absolute hell. You don't need to ask me how that first "real" meal tasted when I was finally able to move ahead! LOL! Hang tough, guy. You'll get there. Dave
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My surgeons instructions kind of stop at 6 weeks and up to 6 weeks it said avoid nuts. So presumably after 6 weeks I can eat nuts. Does that sound about right? I know people eat nut butters earlier- would there be a reason to put off nuts longer than 6 weeks? I could see seeds getting stuck in your incision but nuts? Well chewed of course.
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Is that the brand name? Got pics? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App . The brand name is "On" and the bottle says "On Protein Water." There are several different flavors. I have the fruit punch flavor and it is good, you can't taste the protein at all. Post-surgery I am having an aversion to sweet stuff, so I water mine down with extra water. Ordered it from Costco website but I bet you can get it other places. It's a great way to get Fluid and protein in at the same time but as thin as flavored water. For Australians it doesn't look like this brand is available here yet but I have managed to track down a similar product. I just ordered a trial pack for $20. If you are interested the product is available on the Bodiez Protein Water site. It is much harder here in Aus to get decent protein products. I have spent 3 weeks hunting with little success. I doný know what this product is like .. will let you know more when I have my trial pack.
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Crazy thing is tonight when my family and I were having dinner I became frustrated because I cooked this good food and after 2 spoons I was full !! I'll be 5 weeks post op on Monday. I hear it gets better over time
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It will be a slow but mist likely a full recovery from diabetes. I was a type II diabetic till I got sleeved on Dec 21, '09. There was a gradual reduction in sugar levels. In about 10 days I was totally off medication. I am now off medication for over 5 months now and check myself at least 4 times a week only to find that I am perfectly normal. My suggestion is to stick to your medication till the doc tells you to let go. On my surgery day, my sugar levels were high and worried the doctor a bit. Had oral medication and insulin to control it. I wish you a medication free future ! Life is simply fantastic.
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I wore a pair of Spanx the other day. I am seven weeks post op. Since they were my pair from pre-surgery, they were pretty comfortable.
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The surgeon I used was not very positive about the band. He does all three surgeries. I wanted to go with the sleeve. But after hearing I was a grazer he didnt think that was a very good option for me. I went with the bypass on his recommendation and alot of additional research. Best decison I ever made!!!!
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When could you drink CAFFEINE?
NJMOMof2 replied to Pigsrflying's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My doctor allowed it 4 weeks out but I figured since I went that long without it, why go back??? Plus, caffienated drinks DO NOT count toward your daily Fluid intake. Good Luck on Your Journey! -
What's wrong with my thermostat?
jillw8 replied to Free2B's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Not uncommon. I had the same thing. Some of it can be anesthesia. It takes our bodies weeks to get rid of all of its effects. Plus, a drastic change in calorie intake can fluctuate blood sugars, not dangerous but annoying. -
Who gets a leg abscess the size of a grapefruit 2 days before surgery?This guy.They pumped me with three different kinds of antibiotics today.Ive been in progress for this procedure since October liquid diet started June 14 th.I have never had anything like this before .I will see my surgeon tomorrow.Will she cancel my surgery ?I need a beer. Sent from my iPhone using VST
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Ugh that's what I'm dreading also. I'll be going on vacation in 5 weeks and I'm a bit worried since ill be staying at a resort. Not much ability to cook your own food so will have to get creative.
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Wow! Measurements Are Telling A Different Story...
Fluffnomore replied to Fluffnomore's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Woo woo, I was unclear. It's 5 weeks. But still! -
Wow! Measurements Are Telling A Different Story...
Fluffnomore posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am so thankful that I took my measurements prior to surgery. While watching the scale go down has been gratifying, I just did measurements again for the first time in 3 weeks. Since before surgery I have lost a total of 14.5 inches from everywhere…and that seems impossible. Why is this a big deal? Because I am noooooooot quite into the next size down. Don't get me wrong; I can see that I have more room in my clothing, but actually measuring is showing me how close I am to making that move. And that gives me hope and motivation! I mean, I could squeeze into the next size down but nobody needs to see that. Now I'm happy to put those jeans back in the closet and try them on again next week. -
July 16, 2012 Surgery
Marty McSkinnystein replied to Ljp's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm not allowed eggs yet- it's not on my pureed (in a week at soft I can do it). I don't have any pain or discomfort. Sorry you're going through that but it sounds normal, meaning many people get that. I also haven't had nausea. The worst thing I have is the weirdness when I don't realize I'm full and it's like air or tightness in my throat... Oh the ricotta bake. You must go to The World According to Eggface . It's a website by someone who had gastric bypass surgery and she has great recipes low carb and for every stage we go through and later. I have had the ricotta bake basically every day since I was allowed purees. If you don't want to make it after looking at the recipe-and I'm not a cook so you'll probably be fine, you could take some ricotta cheese, put a little tomato sauce and then a little mozzarella and microwave it--- DELICIOUS and allowed! Pace yourself slowly and take any meds. prescribed is what I'd say. I have tons ready to go. I haven't had to take my nausea meds. but everything is waiting should I need. I do take the acid block every morning and haven't had heartburn I guess because of it.
