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Hello everyone........ So I'm two weeks, actually 11 days away from my surgery so I'm doing the two week Opti Fast diet........ THIS IS SO HARD...... I'm ok while at work, because I stay busy and my co-workers are all rooting for me and I have two friends at work; one which already had Lapnand and one having the sleeve and they are really supportive. But when I come home it's a different story. I live near every fast food restaurant you could imagine and it SEEMS EVERY COMMERCIAL ON TV IS ABOUT FOOD. Not to mention the Opti Fast is gross......... I wish I could drink something like slim fast. How did you guys make it through this pre-op diet?
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Hello I'm 3 weeks post lapband. I seem to be very tired this week more than usual. Any suggestions to help with the tiredness? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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I'm two weeks out from sleeve and I have lots of "noise" when I eat, although I'm only eating fluids and yogurt at this point. I have gas/burping too. If I drink too big a gulp or drink too fast or eat too much yogurt/soup at once it's worse. Try smaller sips at a time or eating more slowly. Not sure if you're still on liquids. I start solids tomorrow. Can't wait!
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I am not sure if the weight I lost so far is common (23 post op, 8 preop)
kg4six replied to maryb2931's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I had surgery march 26th and since that day I've lost 35 lbs. I think your doing great. I had a 2 week period where I hit a wall then on day 15 I weighed and had lost 5 lbs. Funny how that works. From now on I'm only weighing once per month. Good luck and best wishes. -
Anyone else kicking a bad diet soda habit??
gryffen replied to alligus's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Not had fizzy for over a week too and I feel much better since the shakes went. Do miss them but my liver must be rejoicing in their lol. A week on Tuesday and we will be done! -
Disappointed: need advice
1GirlNamedTiff replied to sdpatt39's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My doctor told me i didn't have enough info for them to submit and that i need to wait and do the 6 month diet i insisted that the submit it anyways and one week later - I was approved and that was monday and i am having my surgery covered 100% by Aetna in Las Vegas. don't give up!:thumbup: -
I'm 39 years old and had never had heartburn in my life until after I was sleeved...it started about 1-2 weeks out. I immediately began Prilosec and will stay on for 6 months. Hoping I won't need it forever.
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Ent out to the east coast last week and I saw this...a seatbelt with an extra 8 or 9 inches. When did they lengthen them?...lol. I almost needed and extension the last time I got on a plane so this is a major deal for me.
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Pre op and labs tomorrow...and a question
wannaBthinsoon posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Wooo hoooo!! two more weeks after tomorrow. What are they looking for with the labwork?? I had labs done 5 months ago, and everything was ok. So, I'm not too worried. Also, I meet with the surgeon. Any tips on what to ask him? Anything I should tell him? Would this be a good time to let him know I need him to approve 4 weeks off? That is how much time my employer's Short term disability insurance will approve for this surgery. I have a sedentary job, but I have to lug a 25 pound laptop bag in and out of my truck. I've also been told by friends to take as much time as I can, because they came back too soon, and ended up having to use up all their PTO. I have someone covering my desk for me, so no worries there. I would like to know when the best time to ask that particular question is. I don't want to wait till post op. help! -
Cant believe i just did this
rebecca61885 replied to rebecca61885's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Thank you for telling me that! My goal is a 14... Never wanted to shoot too small... Started in a 24. But now in an 18 less than three months out and I keep wanting to hope for a 10 but am almost scared to let myself! One goal I have is to put my wedding dress on and it fall to the ground. That would be so cool. I love hearing your inspiration words! It makes me hopeful and I can't wait to see what the future holds! Thank you -
I am with Champva also and I am just starting my journey. I have to attend a seminar in the next few weeks. I called Champva and asked them questions about the requirements for the surgery and what the Dr had to submit when turning in the request for lapband surgery. I was told that you have to have one or more of the following:diabetes, high blood pressure, heart condition related to overweight, weight bearing problems on your joints such as bad knees, high cholesterol that is hard to maintain with meds,and there were a few more. If you havent called them give them a call. They were very nice and informative. Hope this helps. Good luck.
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Hi everyone, So today marks 2 weeks to my surgery and I'm starting my diet today. Any diet solutions or recipe on shrinking fatty liver? Please I cud really use the help. Asiangurl1
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Surgery August 21st- massive nerves!
McButterpants replied to Priscillapresley's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am nearing 2 years post op...I remember the night before surgery well. I remember being in the car with my husband driving down the road scared out of my mind. I was thinking things like "Have I really tried hard enough?" "Is this the right thing to do?" "What if I have complications?" Endless thinking and worrying. The morning of surgery was worse. I was the first patient of the day - I had to be at the hospital at 6:00 am. I remember sitting in admitting thinking "I can walk out of here right now and only be out $500." I glanced over at my husband - he was scared, too. We really didn't make eye contact, but I remember thinking "I HAVE to do this, this is my opportunity." I then chose to walk down the hallway and start the process - yes, I was scared and nervous, who wouldn't be? Here's what I know, almost two years later - this was the best thing I could have ever done for myself. I am leading the life I was meant to lead. I am happy. I am content. This is hard - the surgery and recovery from it was the easy part. I'm not going to sugar coat it - the next few months will be hard. You will have good days and you'll have crappy days. You'll be happy one day and crying the next. It's the process. Here are a few things I've done this summer - these would have been unthinkable two short years ago... Zip lining Whitewater rafting Hiking - miles and miles of hiking Hot yoga 4-5 times a week Taking a Segway tour of Chicago Biking - miles and miles of biking (I even got a new bike!) I got a promotion at work - I don't think because I lost weight, I think I got it because now I have confidence to talk to people and look them in the eye. The most important accomplishment after I had the surgery - my relationship with my husband and son are so much better. I'm not angry all the time - I'm more patient. I have a stronger bond with both of them. About a year after the surgery my son and I jogged for a little bit and I said, "Wow, I couldn't have done that a year ago!" My son looked at me and said, "I'm glad you had the surgery, Mom. You seem happier." What an amazing moment and one I'll cherish. In summary, I'm so happy I didn't let fear win back then. There have been so many amazing moments since then. best of luck to you! -
I am three weeks post op and am having seriously bad headaches. Tylenol doesn't help either. Has anyone else had these problems?
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Banded On March 20Th 2012
lewilli replied to JohannaMae's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was banded on the 20th and having similar experiences to you all. I still have some gas stuck up in my left shoulder, but it's really more irritating than painful. Today though I had sharp, shooting pain in my left ribs. The first time it happened, it caught me off guard and made it hard to get a good breath. As for food...I'm on the full liquid diet until 2 weeks post op. Over the last few days I've had Water, Gatorade, broth, SF Jello, SF pudding and even SF frozen yogurt. I felt really guilty about the frozen yogurt though. I'm down about 7 to 7.5 pounds since surgery. I did not do a pre-surgery diet. -
Banded On March 20Th 2012
amo32112 replied to JohannaMae's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
i was banded on the 21st and have a 3 week liquid diet... it is killing me already! seems like i am starving and would do anything to have solids. 10lbs down already though! lots of the shoulder gas pain and was wondering when i can start sleeping on my side/belly... is there any restrictions on this? -
Banded On March 20Th 2012
petit avant replied to JohannaMae's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Don't cheat...hang in there. I find by drinking muscle milk which actually tastes good I'm not as hungry. Today is 7 days for me also...2 more weeks til mushy foods -
Banded On March 20Th 2012
mandagay replied to JohannaMae's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It took about 3 weeks for me to be able to sleep on my side -
I had a sinus infection about a week and a half after surgery, didn't have any steroids, but did have an antibiotic and took over the counter Dayquil with no problems. Good Luck.
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I had surgery Nov 20 and as of today I'm down 43 lbs ... I'm happy but that old feeling of the weight loss is going to stop has started to set in .. I'm walking about 2 miles a day and that's making me more hungry ... my hair is falling out like crazy ,but I am so thankful I had this surgery ..
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Nervous about 2 week pre-op liquid diet
Gundy posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My last experience with a liquid diet was the pre colonoscopy liquid diet. I’ll never forget projectile vomiting at 10pm. I understand that the pre-surgery liquid diet encourages protein, but it also lasts much longer. Any reassurance? A reality check? Thoughts??? -
I'm type 1 and just over a month out of surgery. I have had far fewer lows than expected. I have an insulin pump and that helps for quick adjustments. I went from using about 100 units of insulin a day to 35. My basal rate has dropped about 50% but I am still on the same insulin to carb ratio. It's been amazing to take less insulin. I was also worried about dumping from needed sugar quickly due to lows, but it's been fine. Good luck! And OP definitely make a plan with the endocrinologist. I met with mine two weeks prior and two weeks post. We also communicate via email when needed.
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It happens. Just make sure you get your water in and you'll have a whoosh soon. My longest stall was 3 weeks, then I took a big crap, pissed like a race horse for a day and woke up the next morning 8lb lighter.
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Hey, Yes, I will contact my surgeon on Monday, but until then ... Starting yesterday, after I eat anything (cottage cheese, fat free Soup, etc) I have mild to moderate heart burn. I have never had heartburn before (well, maybe a few times in my life, but nothing consistent like this). A few days ago I was eating pureed refried Beans and I ate 1/2 cup and I was very very full after (this was the first time where I have been "over full" since getting the band). Has anyone had anything like this before? Do you think I have an early slip? I am freaking out completely. I was banded 2 weeks ago, and my band is empty. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!!
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I have been using this site for a lot of my research throughout my decision process, and now that I am moving towards my surgery date. This has been my journey so far: Around Thanksgiving of 2016, i had made my final decision to pursue bariatric surgery. I had the support of my family and friends, and I was ready to go. I had a recommendation for a surgeon, and so I made my consult appointment. I had my first consult on December 6, 2016, and I brought every piece of medical information with me to that appointment that could possibly prove that I had met the insurance qualifications for approval. I left that appointment fairly certain that I would have my surgery some time in January 2017. On December 14, 2016, I had an appointment with my PCP for medical clearance, and I also had my psych evaluation that same day. They were both kind enough to provide me copies of my records right after the appointment so that I could give them immediately to my surgeon's nurse. Once they received all of those documents, along with the proof of following a 6 month medically supervised weight loss program, they scheduled my surgery date for January 17, 2017. YAY!! I had my Endoscopy done on December 20, 2016, and was cleared or surgery. At this point, I am scheduled on January 4, 2017 for a pre-op class that will explain pre and post op eating plans, and any other surgery prep items. I then have my last appointment with my surgeon on January 5, 2017 before my surgery. This whole process has moved so fast, which I am so excited about. At each step of the process I have been worrying that one piece or another would disqualify me from the insurance approving the coverage. My surgeon's office has assured me that I meet all of the qualifications, and there is no reason the insurance should deny me. At this point, I am just counting down the days to January 17, 2017. I am so excited that I have already started cleaning out my closet! Thanks to everyone on this site for sharing your journeys, and allowing all of us newbies to learn from you! I look forward to becoming an active member of this group.
