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The usual jibber-jabber - remember if you are losing weight, even if at a slower/reduced rate, that isn't a stall. And are you hitting your water intake with no problems? Still taking vitamins every day? When I hit my first road block it helped me to actually bump my calories up a bit. Obviously at 2 months out that isn't easy to do. I did little things like adding a spoonful of Greek yogurt to my protein drinks. Just getting it up by an extra 100-200 calories seemed to help. I did tweak my carbs a bit to try and get them a bit lower where I could. Don't get too bothered with it. It's frustrating but things will kick back into gear before you know it.
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will "full" ever feel normal?
anniemay replied to jmarie's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Very normal. It took me until the third week to just start feeling normal. I also realized the not satisfied feeling had more to do with flavor and all the sweet or fake sweet of the early part of the diet. -
Should i change my surgery date?
DrmBig4Evr replied to Nicky VSG's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
The big issue here is clotting, especially in the legs. I did travel 2.5 weeks post op, but I would be very cautious. This is how embolisms are formed. -
will "full" ever feel normal?
jmarie replied to jmarie's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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How long do plateus/stalls typically last?
coyote replied to Arthur Dent's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm just over 2 months out and I've been stalled for almost 3 weeks. I think this is a pretty normal thing so don't let it get into your head. Up your protein and water, take your vitamins, and soon you should see the scale move. Like others have mentioned, my clothes are still getting looser and I can see my face slimming down. Also - get off that scale! Best thing I ever did...I weighed every day for a month and a half and the stress of a stalled scale was really affecting me. -
Hi everyone Been stalled for A little while and need some suggestions to move past it. I'm 2 months Post OP and can still only eat about 700cal , 70g protein daily, less than 50g carbs. I completely understand the dynamics and have embraced my stall, but it's time to move on. Please only helpful comments from people who have experienced it and what worked. Many thanks HW 250 SW 238 CW 210
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Wow and I thought I was having some issues! I don't really have much advise but I am having some similar frustrations. Was banded 7/25 - Had no issues until October when had some swelling and leakage from the port site. I was told it was nothing to worry about by the covering doctor (regular was on vacation). When I saw my regular doctor he told me I was infected and it had to come out. So back to the hospital, port comes out. I get felt with huge whole in my stomach so it can heal on its own. On 1/9 I have port put back in. I go back to the doctor on 1/25 and have a huge hematoma - again nothing to worry about. A couple of weeks later I am in extreme pain - I go see the doctor and he is convinced that it is headed to infection. So I get put on antibiotics daily which requires a daily trip to the hospital which is 1.5 hours away every day. We are headed to the second week of this fun!!!! On the plus side I have lost about 100 pounds, put I would like to move on with my life already. I think that is what has me so pissed. Anyway - no words of wisdom, other then the Band does work and is well worth all the efforts. Just wanted you to know you are not alone.
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surgery and work...
DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! replied to kayy1992's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I agree with the others, you need to talk to your doctor before attempting to go back to work. Most doctors won't allow baths (being submerged in water) until the incisions are fully healed because of the infection risk. This can take a good 4-8 weeks. There is also usually lifting restrictions for the first 4-6 weeks post surgery. Between the two, there would be no way you could do your job without putting both your own health and others' lives at stake. -
Today is Day 12 - Post op... I've heard of stalls happening at weeks 3 & 4 but not week 2. I lost 14 pounds the first week after surgery and only 1 pound during week 2. The good news is that I haven't gained any. Has anybody had this happen before? The stall began when I started the full liquids (yogurt, pudding, soups). Related? The other thing that concerns me is that it's been 9 days since I've had a BM. Normal for post - op?
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Good luck! You'll do fine...I was exact same way two weeks ago.
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Reflux & Gerd reason for surgery
James Marusek replied to tbone641's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I never had a lap band. But I did have acid reflux quite often before surgery. I had high blood pressure and diabetes for several years before surgery along with several other problems. I had bariatric surgery (Roux-En-Y) 11 months ago. I was completely off my blood sugar medicine when I left the hospital two days after surgery. I was completely off my blood pressure medicine three weeks after surgery. I lost 20 pounds pre-op and 80 pounds post-op and now weigh 160 pounds. -
Iam I Doing Something Wrong
MeMeMEEE replied to marilyn1022's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
How many calories are you getting in? Your weight loss looks about like mine did at 2 months out (see the bottom of my signature). Stalls are pretty normal. If you are getting your fluids and protein and avoiding bad carbs plus exercising I am sure it's just a normal stall! -
Hello! I have never written a blog before but am anxious to get started. I have made the decision to have lapband surgery...maybe in September. My insurance requires a three month supervised diet before approval. I am in my last month and have lost 32 pounds. I am struggling right now...right on target with my past history! I saw a different doctor than the one who recommended this, in the practice, and he tried to talk me out of the surgery since I was doing so well! This really messed me up. I tried to explain to him that I have lost 20-40 lbs MANY times and then gain it back, plus 20! He actually said, "IF YOU WERE MY MOTHER, I'D TELL YOU NOT TO DO AND JUST KEEP DOING WHAT YOU'RE DOING"!! I don't know why this is bothering me so much, but I totally allowed it to sabotage me last night. I've done better today but am afraid I will start slipping backwards. Any suggestions out there! Also, I am really curious about life after lapband...both the immediate and the long term.
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My eyes are bigger than my band!
Joyce in VA replied to giveyouthemoon's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Can you have protein shakes. You need some protein to take away the hunger. It sure helped fill me up. If I had to stay on clear liquids I think I would have been hungry too. I was allowed liquids for 2 weeks then mushies. -
For the past three years I have readied myself with holiday cheer and a half-ass attempt at mapping out the 'perfect' plan for losing weight in the new year. By March I would feel defeated and begin to fear the coming of Spring, which would then lead to Summer … my least favorite time of year (even as a teacher!) because of my weight. This year … right now … today … I am smiling! Yes, I am nearly 100 pounds over weight, but 2013 will prove to be THE year … The year I buy a size 10 jeans. The year I embrace Spring with bright colors in my wardrobe! The year I am eager for summer to arrive so I can wear SHORTS! The year I go to the beach with my children and don't feel as if I need to hide under a black 'cover-up'! The year I leave the lights on … if you know what I mean! :wub: My approval letter arrived last week and I am scheduled for banding on the 18th of December … pre-op diet starts on Monday … it's not going to be easy … but neither is lugging 100 pounds around for another year. Bring it on 2013 … !!!!!
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Band-A-Licous In 2013!!!
LadyLeigh2012 replied to LadyLeigh2012's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Wow!!! That is awesome! So that's about 40 pounds lost in 6-7 weeks for you! Congrats!! That must feel amazing! -
Another June-Bug reporting in!!
Great2BThin replied to Great2BThin's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Thanks Lana, I am hoping and praying I get sooner. At least I know it won't be later than that!! BTW, I used to live in Sacramento and my daughter just moved here from there last week. She lived in Citrus Heights, I lived in the Natomas Park area. Where are you having your surgery? UCD??? -
I have the same thing going on........I have lost 25 since I started my pre-op. the past four days, have lost nothing.....except the two I gained. Hopefully we are stalled for too long.
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9 months post-op. depression?
James Marusek replied to Luise's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
After the "Weight Loss" stage you pass into the "Maintenance" stage. In this stage, the goals and rules change slightly. I have put together a short article on the second stage that may be of some help. It is available here http://www.breadandbutterscience.com/Surgery2.pdf Also I may revise this webpage in the next few weeks that will even give some more ideas. So you might check back on the link.- 1 reply
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Going in tomorrow morning. I'm not sure how I'm feeling. I'm not excited, but that doesn't bother me. It's something that I know needs to be done. I'm a realist. Could go well, could have a lot of difficulties for weeks or months. I do have some nagging second thoughts about having the majority of my stomach permanently removed, but I turn 40 this year and enough time has gone by already. I know this is what I have to do. I'm not focusing on the future joy as I'm afraid it can cause me some depression if things are difficult at first. Just trying to take one day and one hurdle at a time and reminding myself that "this too shall pass". My nerves are on the rise now that surgery is in the morning and I'm getting irritable (that's apparently how my nerves show up). *I could really use your prayers, if you are willing.* Thanks guys. <3
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I feel really great one week post op except for a sharp pain on left side, under the ribs. It only hurts with movement. I vaguely remember the doc saying it would hurt... But I can't remember why. And more importantly, when it goes away?
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I am going to try for dinner this week
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The PA at my 2 week follow up had me start solids on my 3rd week. I'm supposed to eat a protein shake for breakfast, 2 oz of lean meat and 1/4-1/2 cup of veggies for lunch and dinner with 1 snack. The problem? 2oz of meat and the veggies last me about an hr and I'm hungry again. I can eat 4-5 oz of meat plus veggies easy and I'm still hungry at about 2.5 hrs. I will most likely get a fill this coming Thursday thank goodness. I'm bringing my journal with me and I'm going to be completely honest in that I have not been eating 2oz of anything anymore bc I'm so hungry and also I haven't made the best food choices all the time. I feel like I'm failing already and I'm just beginning... Has/does anybody have this issue and what did u do about it?
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day 7 i am hungry and i hate the protien drink
JP69 replied to chicomoni's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
This is where it gets confusing to New sleevers. Each Dr is so very different. I for instance was on clear liquids in the hospital. Once home at day three, I was put on full liquids. Cr soups yogurt, cottage cheese, applsauce for two weeks. Been on soft foods two weeks now and doing great! I am 1 month out:) -
Today was the first post op appointment since my surgery on 3/20 ...my last weigh-in was at the pre op appointment on 3/11... Since 3/11 I have lost 19lbs ...I have been strictly following my doctors post op diet ..haven't had any problems with reflux or any "stuck" episodes ???? I definitely feel when enough is enough .i'm currently on water/yogurt/pudding /popsicles/creamy Soups /premiere Protein shakes -aka-full liquids stage which hasn't been too bad ..I'm not hungry at all so I have to make myself eat . I'm still a little sore but only around the port site and since I'm not eating enough I don't have much energy but I still make it a point to go for a walk every day ???? Although I've lost 19lbs I'm sure most of it is from Water weight so once I start to actually eat again (Saturday) I will lose a lot slower which is a-okay with me ...my goal has never been to lose 100lbs in 6 months I just wanted to lose steadily and be healthy ???? Will update again in a week ❤️❤️feel free to ask me any questions ????
