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You're not alone. I didn't stay sick but since having the surgery 6 months ago I've had days where no matter what I did or ate I was just sick. It happens far less now though but I still have the occasional day. I did tell my doctor and you should as well but everyone is different. For me it was my new norm for a little while. Now it's been about two weeks since I've felt that way.
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Seeking suggestions for post-op meals
Sharon1964 replied to BeeGirl's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Since there are so many different eating plans, we'll need to know what your surgeon's plan is to really help you. My surgeon's plan is one week clear fluids, one week full fluids, two weeks puree, etc. -
Allykat, I am the same way. My doc gave me pretty much the same instructions. I too am finding that most anything will do down with the exception of chicken and some veggies which is crap because that is what I need to be eating. I am tired of living on cottage cheese and eggs and many other things that fill me up ar carbs. I had my first fill last week and it helped for a couple of days and now nothing. I just keep telling myself that it ahs only been four weeks and I am expecting too much. Hopefully it will get better with every fill.
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Thanks, everyone! It was hard to do low carb when you are on soft foods, since it seemed everything recommended by my doctor was a carb item. I've been on regular foods for a week, and I've taken it slow with meats and trying new veggies. I think I am ready to eat low carb now that I've passed the salad test yesterday! Going to the grocery store today to stock up on low carb foods so that I will be set!
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Panic mode venting, surgery soon. Is this normal?
meyouus posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It's three weeks till the big RNY. I thought I had it together, perhaps not? I don't have the pre-op liquid prep that most do. I'm doing my lung function test tomorrow which I'm scared of. I had pneumonia in late April, then again in early to mid May. The pneumonia is gone, but the cough still remains, for the most part. I have gurgling in my throat, possibly from all the post-nasal drip I keep swallowing. So I PRAY I pass! Im ending my second bottle of Prednisone. And I have been SO FREAKIN hungry! I have lost little since my second NUT visit and I fear pissing off my surgeon. I WANT to eat like there's no tomorrow. Could be side effect of Prednisone? But definitely a panic response. I was SO set and educated about the lifestyle change, And did it successfully, and will continue to do so. But I'm having these panic responses. I'm a revision from Band to RNY. What can I do to fight these very different urges to eat? Can I get away with a last supper here or there, or small cheats? I'm not going to be able, by necessity and CHOICE to eat some of the cravings I'm having for years. That, too, sets me into panic mode. It's really a tough time for me. A true test of my commitment. I am 48, and am being screened for uterine cancer, tomorrow too. I'm WAY stressed out about that. My Dad, 83, has been in and out of nursing homes and the hospital from complications from Leukemia. A lot more stress to that story. I'm completely broke. But the prize at the end of the tunnel is the RNY on 6/17. IF I pass all the "tests". I will die if it gets postponed. I've been prepping for this moment for years, and now that it's three weeks away, all the stress and panic is brewing in me full force. I am in shock. I am ready. I am obviously not aware of the test of self, post surgery. My therapist told me psychologically, the shits gonna hit the fan when I can't turn to eating, and food to cope. But then, we've been working on that all along. I don't know: Were YOU scared? Did you cheat? Do you pull your crap together eventually? I love you for reading this by the way, thank you! Vent-ology..... -
From the album: Rev Me Up - Before and After
Me at my wedding last week. Can you believe I have collar bones?!?! -
I had my surgery on Friday 3/15 and for at least two weeks I read every this site every night. Your stories and tips were so helpful and kept me positive. When I would freak out at three am and think about backing out, your encouragement kept me going. Thank you thank you thank you! Best moment of my life (beyond my kiddos) was when I was discharged and the doctor said, " and no more blood pressure meds for home. Lets stop those". I'm teary eyed just typing it. I'm looking forward to gas relief, have some under my shoulder that makes me a bit cranky by end of day and looking forward to getting in some Protein shakes next week- hoping it helps my recovery. Getting in some consistent liquids but find much of the Powerade, broth, sugar free Popsicles taste weird now- but totally manageable. My sleeve is noisy and I get a little burp 1-2 times a day. I think I'm swallowing air when I swallow because I'm too cautious! Lol. This from the girl that would inhale a slice of pizza with barely a chew! My question is Protein shake brand recommendations or recipes? I see quite a few in line that look delicious but have more carbs or calories than I want to do. Would love to hear what you do. I start purée next week but even for later- protein recommendations are welcome.
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I am 3 1/2 weeks post-op and I went to a festival today. Thanks to my having just moved and forgetting to pick up sunscreen, I ended up with a pretty bad sunburn. I don't remember my surgeon saying anything about staying out of the sun. I can only imagine that I'll probably end up with a fever at some point due to this. Anyone else have any experience with getting a sunburn early post-op? I'm going to try to spend the rest of the afternoon getting my fluids in, since I know I'm dehydrated.
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6 month diet thread
James Marusek replied to Katrinakit's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I began attending Bariatric Support Group Meeting. They are generally held once per month and are free. I began walking 30 minutes each day. Walking really helped to make the recovery process go smoothly and quickly. I gave up all caffeine and carbonated beverages. I had a 6 Diet Coke a day habit and making this one change caused me to drop 20 pounds. I had to suffer through a week of withdrawal syndrome because of the caffeine. But it was far better to go through this early then combine it with the recovery process after surgery. -
Hello! Just curious what people who are in this longggggg waiting period are doing to prepare. I have successfully started eating smaller, more frequent meals, am going to the gym about 4 days/week, not drinking calories, reducing sugar intake, and not eating out at restaurants. I am also starting to take Vitamins daily. However, I really need to work on getting in my 8 glasses of Water per day and weight training (I am only doing cardio right now). My surgeon's office doesn't put people on a specific diet but just focus on making small changes every couple weeks. I haven't lost any weight but I feel like eventually these changes are bound to pay off and it is a nice change to not be on a "diet" for once in my life because it gives me a chance to work on some less than healthy behaviors I have developed over the years. What is everyone else doing?
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I was banded on July 17 and did well with my pre-op diet and 2 weeks of liquid. Now that I've started eating mushies I've lost all control. I eat more than my 2 ounces at meals and know that going off track can cause my band to slip but I'm in total denial that it could happen to me. I'm sitting here bawling my eyes out because I feel like such a failure once again. Why can't I control the food instead of letting it control me? :cool2:
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I'm so MAD @ MYSELF
lapbandbarb replied to Long2BFree's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Therapy for food=mind therapy Try to keep yourself occupied with something else, that helps me. Talk to someone who you can talk to. Become a computer junkie instead of a food junkie! Don't weigh yourself too often. Try to make healthy food choices- sometimes I eat three 10 cal sugar free jellos. Nothing wrong with that. GOOD LUCK! -
I quit over a year ago best thing I've done. I did vape with no nicotine, but 4 days before surgery I stop so that is officially 2 weeks now. Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app
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From the album: MY PROGRESS
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Posted in this site as when I was reading some of the messages it scared the tripe out of me So I am three day after surgery feeling great as long as u take all the pain relief given Walked into theatre on the 6th had met the surgergon before hand, nurses lovely made me feel really at ease In recovery for 2 hrs can't really remember much Up to the ward morphine given and loads of other pain relief Daughter arrived in 13/16 fixed the hair and facial Consulant arrived late evening asking why I was still in gown, patient feel better he says in pj Got into pj got coffee and yogurt up to the loo Too excited to sleep much Next morning coffee then porridge 30 later Shown how to inject anti clotting drugs given loads medications for home. wounds to b left alone for ten days And then I take off Pass the hospital/ clinic daily when back driving and to call in if any worries Got dress a bit make on checkout at 11:30 Good to b home Purée loads of dinner and homemade soups Eating low fat yogurts and custards Only time will tell re weightloss But the whole experience to all you worried pre bandsters For me it was the equivalent to key hole sterilisation I am not saying it will b the same for everyone but that mine So I hope that puts some of u at ease Take care
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I called yesterday and was told by a rep from bcbs that they declined me for 2 reasons. 1. They said I need to have a 5yr history obesity, which i did all but one visit my BMI was 33 in 2002.. I asked them if they go by month so I know if I need to weigh in sometime this year to get my 5 years in. They had no clue. 2. They said I needed more information on being on a low cal diet. I went to my Dr for 12 months (found out it was only supposed to be for 6) to have weigh ins every month and she would memo that I was on WW or the 6 week body makeover. This was not good enough for them. I asked her what other proof I would need, she had no clue about this either. Anyone ever have to go thru this? If so can you give me any info on what I should do. The surgern office was unsure right now on what to do, so I am asking for any help. Thanks
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Hi all, Like most of you, I'm a veteran of the weight loss wars! I joined Weight Watchers for the first time when I was 13. I've got the books (Covert Bailey, Jean Nidetch, Susan Powter, Dr. Phil), I've got the exercise tapes and DVDs (Gilad, Tae-Bo, The Core), I've got the pants in six different sizes. And all because I haven't been able to get the upper hand in my relationship with food. Fortunately, I think I'm now on the right track. I started attending a hospital-based clinical weight loss education program in September 2008. I met with my surgeon for the first time that November. I did my consults in December and January, submitted to insurance in February, and got approval in March. I had my lap-band placed on April 8, 2009, spent one night in the hospital, was off work for one week, and so far, so good! I haven't been perfect, but I also haven't fallen into the all-too-familiar trap of beating myself up when I don't make the best decision. I have been attending a local weight-loss-surgery support group that meets monthly (mostly gastric bypass patients, but a lot of the same issues) but I'm thrilled to find this forum, where I can get answers, support, and camaraderie 24/7. I want to change my life. I am so committed that I let someone cut into my body to help me change. So hello, and thanks for letting me join the party.
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Another new bandster here
newattitudeinbama replied to FangDoc's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hello everyone. I am new here. I have been reading all of the success stories and it really gives me hope that I have found something that can actually work for me. I have been overweight since I was 17. I have had three children and never really lost the weight from pregnancy and somehow through the years food became my best friend. Well I think it is time I found a new best friend. I look forward to this journey and I love reading other's comments and am anxious to learn about this wonderful process. If anyone out there has any tips or suggestions for me, please do not hesitate to contact. I have just begun, only been to the seminar and have an appt. with the surgeon on 6/4/09. Can anyone tell me what to expect with this first meeting? Thank You. -
My sister is going through them. They are making her do all these appointments that seem to set it up to be that long. She called 3 times a week and got on cancelation list and ended up getting everything she needed done in a month. Just be proactive and stay on top of them if you want to speed up the process. Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App
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Practice chewing your food a lot, removing distractions while eating so you listen to your body when you are full. Trying to slow down taking 20 to 30 minutes to eat. I might also suggest measuring out a real portion, now post surgery those portions are much smaller but the behavior of actually sticking to a real portion will hep you.down the road. The other thing I would do is start tracking your food intake (good or bad) into a tool like my fitness pal. This becomes really important post surgery but I really wish I had started it beforehand so that I could understand my nutrition better. I think I would have seen my Protein and carbs so upside down that it would have shocked the hell out of me. I believe much of my success so far is because I track literally everything, good or bad. I do it throughout the day so that I always know exactly where I am with my protein, carbs and calories. It really helps me to make much better snacking decisions for sure. If my protein is low, my snack is some jersey or a Protein Bar. If my protein is on track I might have some crackers and cheese or even something a little naughty if I am out with hubby for dinner. That tracking tool allows me to hold myself accountable. It also helps me understand when a stall has gone on for a while, what might be causing it. I also use an Apple Watch to track my activity and exercise. Before I had the Apple Watch I used a Fitbit. Good luck to you!
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Hi all would like to ask you what can we eat in week 3 . Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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Nauseated In The Morning? Taste Changes?
elcee replied to karinselva2012's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
This should be setting off alarm bells. You say you already have restriction but you are having a fill every 3 weeks. WHY? You have admitted that your mind is not in the right place and you are deliberately setting yourself up for failure by not following the rules by drinking with food. What do you think more fills will do? How do you think they will help? If you continue to push the food through then the band will not work the way it should. But what will happen if you continue the way you are is that you will end up too tight, you won't be able to eat proper food, you will exist on sliders which will not fill you up and will contribute to weight gain and you risk a slip, erosion and serious reflux. Does your Dr know what you are doing? If not then it is time to be honest. The band won't work if you refuse to work with it. -
I have posted this question on a few boards. I am so happy to find someone else is experiencing this and it is not just me. I have the VG band and had 8 fills before finding restriction with 8.9mls. That lasted about 2 months and then over a period of 2 weeks just about disappeared. I went back and my Dr gave me another fill taking me up to 9.6mls and I am feeling exactly the same as you. I have posted asking how could I feel more hungry?? Its as if I didnt even get a fill or if I actually had some taken out. Now I know my fills...every fill has taken about 2 weeks to really kick in but it has been over 2 weeks now and still...NOTHING. I am interested to in knowing if you hear an explanation for this.
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I had heard horror stories and was scared to death. For me it was nothing. My doc did my fill under the flueroscopy and he literally was in and out before I felt a thing. He said a good doc will go thru the incision site because the nerves are already severed there. I did not feel a thing. I got home and had a migraine from how stressed out I got. I took a pill and got stuck for the first time. I freaked out. It would not go up or down. DO NOT try and "wash"things down. If you are stuck you cant wash it down. The liquid makes it worse. Do whatever your doc tells you to do. Some do 24 hour liquid only some do a week to two (mine does) of liquids only before you start on mushies again. It is not bad at all I promise. I about had a stroke for nothing. lol God bless and good luck.
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Well the date has been chosen for my lapband surgery, May 12...I'm a bit nervous:crying: about the whole thing...last time I had surgery was when I got my appendix out...oh, about 30 years ago...and I've been overweight for so long that it's kind of a comfort thing I guess...but this is good, it will be good for me, hopefully get me back on track...but I thing I'm more nervous for the pre operation prep...my Dr. has be on Boost only for the 2 weeks prior...oy...it's gonna be a tuff 2 weeks:smile2:
