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My doctor and I discussed it, but that is also because I have an autoimmune thing that makes me prone to clotting. I do have a history of DVT and my rheumatologist wanted me to be on lovenox for a week post op. But in the end I did not get the filter, nor did I have to do a week of lovenox. I just had 3 shots while I was in the hospital. Of course I never quit taking my aspirin either though, even prior to surgery. I have never heard of the requirement of being over a certain age or BMI to get a filter though and 10 days on Lovenox seems awfully long for this procedure, but I guess that is why I am not the doctor. There are so many different opinions on pre and post op dieting that I guess it stands to reason that there will be diff opinions by the surgeons on this matter too...LOL. Good Luck either way you chose.
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I've read that u stall between 2 and 4 weeks because your water and protein intake isn't as high as it should be. Once you are able to get ALL required protien and water in u will break the stall
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What Was Your Longest Stall/or Just 1-2 Lb Loss During Wt Loss Phase
Butterthebean replied to Joni's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
That is truly a long stall for this point in your journey. There is a link in my sig. If you read down toward the end it has some tips for breaking a genuine stall, which you seem to be in. But clearly, you need to change something. Get someone to review what your eating, and up (or start) your exercise. Best of luck. -
I was sleeved on 4/4/16 was home on 6/4/16 was fine at the hospital having the fluids but I'm a week out today lost 5.1kg which I was blown away with but I can tolerate everything else hot and cold except for Water it hurts so much I've only been able to have 500ml a day does the water intake get easier I love water but even just a tiny sip and it hurts so much in the belly has anyone else experienced this? Also does anyone have any Soup recipes high in Protein? Thankyou Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App
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Lbs Gained And Feeling Very Defeated...
smileen replied to missemy's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
You have barely begun you have 85% less stomach and your body is trying to figure out what is happening give it time to ajust and do yourself a favor stay away from the scale for 2 more weeks if you follow your post op diet you can't fail. We didn't gain wt. overnight loosing it will take time too. Relax and enjoy the wonderful feeling of eating just a little and being full. You know its going to come off!! -
Last year I almost died from my Lapband aspirating into my lung... I spent 3 weeks in ICU... I got a complete unfill and I still get sick on a daily basis.. How can I get my insurance to pay for a revision? I been banded since 2008 and I feel like this band is going to kill me! ????
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I've finally joined the VSG Journey
AKBarnes1 replied to A Thinner Me's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm scheduled for 11-8-09 and start my preop diet on Monday. I'm not looking forward to the clear liquids for a week before the surgery! But, in the long run it will be worth it. -
How did you talk with your children about your surgery?
scoutmom posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hello, I have a 9 year old daughter and 11 year old son. I would love any feedback or advice on how you told your children about your surgery. I want this to be a healthy experience for all of us. I am concerned my daughter will be worried about my surgery (just the pure physical description of cutting off your stomach), and I also want to send the most positive message possible about healthy choices and what bad choices can do to your body. My husband is naturally slim and can eat large pizzas three times a week and never gains a pound. I, on the other hand, cannot. I am doing this surgery to insure that I correct my bad habits to illustrate to my children what healthy eating can do for a healthy body....and how I communicate my choice to them is part of it. Thanks in advance! -
got my insurance approval today!
dragonflylover replied to dragonflylover's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I checked online everyday for about 2 weeks for approval. it kept saying pending. but i think it was because my surgeons office was waiting on a clearance report.. but once they have the report.. my insurance was approved the next day. depending on your insurance company and what they require.. usually it doesn't take too long. i did not have to do any pre-op diet. i just have to do all liquids the day before surgery. hang in there.. your approval will come. did check out the medical guidelines to bariatric surgery for your insurance policy? that helped me a lot.. i read the requirements and qualified.. good luck! -
Are you kidding? This is less pain then my original Band Surgery
Jaffa replied to Jaffa's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Yea, I'm using GNC whey with crystal light. Had some chinese soup. Had some crystal light popsickles. Unjury chicken soup. Oh man its just the most boring food. I'm could go back to work tomorrow, but they don't want or need me until the end of the week, so I'll wait. After my band surgery it hurt more after two weeks then this did after day one. -
Found the site yesterday (1/15/07). Now, I know I'm not crazy for puking several times a week. No one told me to go back to liquids/mushies after my fill for at least a day, or to do the same when I PB'd. I was afraid I'd have to get an unfill - looks like I just have to eat smaller bites, chew better, and pay more attention to my body's signals to "STOP or I'll puke!"
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Only one fill, 14 weeks out, 31 # and feeling good...exercise is working, not hungry much...can see the difference...50# to go.:bored: Eating mostly what I should but sometimes eating other things in moderation. Water aerobics helps a lot, treadmill is good but boring. Anyone else banded in March?
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Day Three A So Tight.
dagmar68 replied to flab u less's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
i had that earlier today ...lol but it went away , its only been 2 days so im sure by the end of the week it will be gone...i just cant manage the amount of Protein shakes right now im stuck on broth ... -
For Those Of Us Who Weigh Everyday, Do You Notice A Trend?
crosabi replied to adargie's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm a daily weigher too. I first use the bathroom (they say u shouldn't have a full bladder lol). Then I weigh myself. N the first month i was loosing at least 3-5 lbs a week n now I am loosing .2 to .6 ever other day or so. But I too hv noticed that all weekend I weigh the same then Tuesday comes around and the scale goes down. -
Question for those that have had the surgery
Ginger Snaps replied to erunyan's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm 2 weeks out. I had planned to go back to work after a week (work from home some and in the office some) but I had a little setback and ended up in the hospital again with pneumonia. That really wiped out any energy I had. Last week I had to take a long nap in the middle of the day and would frequently fall asleep watching TV or when trying to work. So I ended up taking some additional days off. I was back in the office yesterday and today (2 weeks from surgery) and feel better, but I'm still taking about 30 minutes in the middle of the day to go take a quick nap on the couch in the nursing mothers' room. You might be OK with going back to work so soon, but you also want to have a backup plan in case you can't. Just in case you hit any little bump in the road or need a few extra days. Better to be prepared for it than to stress if you just can't make it back that fast. -
I'm 3 1/2 months out and hit a major stall around week 5 until week 8, right after the Dr started me on soft foods. From my experience and what I have read this happens to most people because our body is adjusting, especially after having a big loss. Our bodies are playing catch up. Keep doing what your doing, eat healthy, get in your protein, and importantly exercise, even if just small walks at first until you can build it up as you get further out. I have since hit a one week stall because I got a severe cold and could barely even function let alone exercise. My main advice is just stick to your plan and guidelines, try not to get upset with yourself (easier said than done I know). The stall will end though as long as you stick with your regulations and plan. Hang in there
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I am 6 months post op down 68 lbs. I think what helps is the following- #1-Only weigh once a wk, #2-Eat healthy and drink water #3-Add in a little exercise (even just a 15-30 min walk every other day to start helps). #4-Be happy when you have had a big loss, but just understand you may not have a big loss the next week. #5-Set realistic goals, don't expect to drop 20 lbs every month, it starts off that high and then starts dailing back a bit so just be patient with yourself, play the long game. #6-change habits and recognize stress or emotional eating. #7-Keep a great attitude with how you are doing. Be kind to yourself through the process. It is hard to do!!
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One Week from today!
divajksn replied to BlueOctoberGirl's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
All the best to you! Congratulations...Kim and I have one week also! We are all blessed to be able to take this journey! -
Just had all of my information sent to the insurance company. I have blue cross blue shield. My health advocate there said we should know within a week or two. Wow this is about to get real. ... getting nervous
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2 wks post op - afternoon pain - anyone else?
DaisyMay posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi all. I am two weeks post-op. I feel great in the morning - no problems whatsoever - can barely tell I've had surgery. Incisions look good. Around 2 or 3 pm every afternoon I start to get pain in the rib area on both sides. Almost feels like sore muscles rather than tummy pain. If I take pain meds, it goes away. It happens like clockwork every afternoon. Mild but annoying! Anybody else have this? Thanks. -
I'm 7 weeks out and I still have a protein shake every morning that way I know that I'm getting in at least that much protein. I have no desire to eat still so I force myself with cottage cheese and yogurt and the only meat I can really tolerate is chicken so I've been trying to be creative with that! I would definitely agree with taking time to eat, little bites at a time. My nutritionist said that it may be a while before the stomach tolerates certain things but if you try them 3 times (at least waiting a week) and have a bad reaction, more than likely you should stay away from that food. Good luck!
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Im 6 weeks post op.. on soft foods. Dr. Says to be eating 3 small meals a day and 60-80 gr of protien a day.. i am forcing myself to eat once a day! No way can i get 3 meals in. I am never hungry, and when i make myself eat I feel blah. .. like god why am i eating this? Is it normal to not want to eat?
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I am supposed to go Thursday for my final weigh-in and my nut class. I was supposed to have lost 10 lbs. by then and I have not.. I have only lost 6 lbs. and am so scared they are going to postpone my July 19th surgery. I know when I start the 2 week pre-op liquid diet that I will lose the rest but I am afraid they will post pone because I have not lost the 10.
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Newbie from Melbourne, Being banded Sept 4th
Becks80 replied to Becks80's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hi all So its been almost 6 weeks since i was banded, I was lucky i didnt experience any pain and was back at work the next week. I was weighed for the first time on the 2nd October and in 6 weeks (2 weeks on optifast) and 4 weeks after the op i have lost a total of 22 kilos. I'm getting my first fill next week (22nd Oct) which cant come any sooner as i now seem to be hungry all the time, instead of eating i have a glass of water. -
Newbie from Melbourne, Being banded Sept 4th
Linny51 replied to Becks80's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hi Bec, I am Linda from queensland. Pleased to meet you. I am still waiting for my health cover to kick in on 8th october :biggrin:for my band, I am getting excited too but these last few weeks are dragging.:wub: I guess we will see you back here when your a new Bandit!!! Linda:thumbup:
