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Hi I'm new to the thread and I got my surgery April 17. I'm on Prevacid but I stay craving certain foods. I thought this was suppose to go away? I can't do this full liquid diet for another week and a half
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Cuz I've been working real hard at getting 50-60 ounces of Water and only eliminating like twice a day! How much water are you drinking? Btw I'm 2 weeks post-op.
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I have attended the seminar and have had my psych eval done. Have my first visit with the nurse at Transformations in Flowood, MS next week. I go from being scared to death to excited and back to scared again. Anyone want to share how they got over the roller coaster of emotions?
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Hi All! I was banded on August 7, 2009. I used to read these boards all the time, and they were immensely helpful. The past year I've been slacking big time. I've been on a bit of a weight-loss rollercoaster, mostly because I wasn't being serious about my weight loss goals and letting stress overtake me by resorting to stress eating. I just got married a month ago, and now that all that hoopla is over I'm fresh out of excuses! I've lost 162 pounds (132 with the band), and gained 13 of it back surrounding the wedding. With all the yo-yo-ing I've only lost 20 pounds in the past year...somewhat successful, but I can do so much better! Started getting back on track this week and down 4 pounds already! (I know, mostly Water weight, but it's a start). I'm hoping to keep myself accountable by getting on the boards regularly and sharing with others.
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Another TMI Question
Marie from Michigan replied to Indymom's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
At 16 weeks post-op, I "go" about every other day. I have constipation issues which I never had prior to surgery. Sometimes I take a stool softener and have also taken Milk of Magnesia a couple of times at my Doctor's suggestion. I really focus on getting my Proteins in first which I think contributes to the problem. I find when I eat some vegetables or fruit with every meal that I have less of a problem. And, I also had "D" for the first couple of weeks until I went on mushy foods. -
Another TMI Question
italianlady13 replied to Indymom's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
it stopped for me after the first week,,,,,now I have the opposite problem -
Possibly A Very, Very Stupid Question!
phatdivabbw replied to lovealways's topic in Insurance & Financing
I wasn't required to do the six month because I had been seeing a nutritionist and I was able to get the proof from her office and the insurance company accepted it. Keep in contact with the insurance person at the doctors office because they are following a routine. I'm sure I annoyedd my insurance girl because I too had a date in mind that would work for me. I was on it!! I did all my pre-op consults in two weeks. She didn't believe me. I was on the doctors to turn in their reports. I was always pleasant and showered the office with please and thank yous. LOL -
Waiting on insurance approval & I've gained weight [emoji30]
kelliev2015 replied to sherie1967's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I did the same thing. I figured insurance was submitted and I did my last weigh in so was a little careless with my diet before my pre-op diet. I think it's normal to have a little bit of a "food funeral" before your diet changes forever. I didn't have any issues. I did the pre-op diet with no problems and lost all the weight I gained back. Sleeved 6 weeks ago and so far, so good! -
Any post-op RN's? How long out of work
hlr7910 replied to MaggiePappleseed's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
hi there! I am post banded June 23rd. I work in the ER and was of for 4 weeks. I could have come back about 3 weeks out but I took the extra week because we only have 2 nurses in my er and I didn't want to hurt myself lifting. The whole thing has gone well for me so far I have lost 25 lbs in the first 2 months. I haven't had to have a fill yet either. My next appt is on Sept 9th so I will see if I get a fill then. I think I may need a little bit but not too much. Good luck to you!! -
hair loss is fairly common. It typically starts three months after surger and is resolved within three months. There are three possible reasons, make sure you cover these areas and you should be fine. 1.) Protein deficiency. Make sure you are getting 60 grams of high quality protein per day 2.) Vitamin B/Biotin Deficiency. Due to the pre-op and post-op diets and the lower volume of food you could experience vitamin deficiencies. You are probably taking a daily muliple, if not start. You may also want to add a Hair, Skin and Nails formula (easy to find in most stores that carry vitamins). Look for something with 3000mcg. of Biotin. 3.) System stress: many people have hair loss due to "shock". The body has gone through a sudden diet change and a surgery. Sometimes our system will shut down unnecessary functions to focus on the necessary ones. Hair not being necessary for life, is the first to go. Once your body recovers hair growth will resume. I had a lot of thinning and I focused on the above things, my hair loss stopped within three months and now it thicker than ever.
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debb_hoff wants to be "big loser" :)
debb_hoff replied to debb_hoff's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hello Friends, Thank you for your response. You are all so kind. I had my lapband surgery in Houston three days ago. I had to stay two extra days in the hospital cause my band didn't open up very much. I believe that was due to excess swelling. I had to stay on a drip to make sure I had enough hydration. I am home now without the drip, and I am trying to get fluids down. I think there is finally some trickling through. It has been kind of scary, but I am feeling more optimistic. But, I still feel that I wish I had not gone through with the surgery, but everyone says that will change in a week or two. I pray so. I am around 5'3 1/2" and weighed about 235. I think that I have lost 12 pounds or so in the last five days. I have been very uncomfortable with gas pains and everything coming back up. And I am talking only small amounts of Water until today. I had to miss my son's football game last night. He is a linebacker and had an incredible game...even put his picture on the front page of sports. It was nice to be home in my own bed though. I listened to his game on the radio. Everyone has been calling me and encouraging me. That has boosted my spirits. I want to thank you guys for being there. I know that this slump I am in will pass, and I will be better than ever...Must go now. Debbie -
Seriously? One week diet and I haven't stuck to anything .
pixigrl posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm ranting here. I know what I need to do.. Protein Shake for Breakfast Protein shake for lunch sensible dinner DONE Where has the soda and bowls of Cereal come into play. It's like this crazy urge to eat and eat. I know part of it is from the lack of carbs throughout the day and I need my seratonin fix, but SHEESH....FAILURE! Four days to go and then three days of liquid I need some support here. I know I'm not the only one that's gone through this. Any ideas, tricks, techniques to DO IT? Obviously my forte is NOT will-power. Help... -
Just read some scary stuff, need perspective
blueskidoo posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi- I was over on the yahoo group, wls_uncensored, and I read some scary stuff about the VSG... Like fat and Protein deficiency and leaky gut syndrome, as well as Calcium, Iron, and B-12 problems. Death/paralysis of the stomach in the long term... Now I know these are just worst case issues, but I don't usually experience buyers remorse, and I would love a little re-assurance here. I am having a minor freak out at the moment. In good news I am 2 weeks out and down 20 lbs. -
congrats on the weight loss pre- surgery good job. I think it depends on what your BMI is before surgery and your overall weight loss attempt profile/history. If you have lost weight before only to regain plus more then the lapband is deffinately something you should consider. I think what your surgon is shocked at is such a high rate of loss, but again it depends on how much you have to loose. Do you have over 100 pounds to go? I'd still do your band surgery because the body looses in spourts sometimes and you can rest at a plateu for weeks before anymore weight is lost.
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anybody else have upper pain near neck
DONNA1959 replied to craigmorganfan's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
i had alot of shoulder/neck pain for about a week after surgery. sounds strange but i think it's the gas everyone talks about. it should go away soon. -
Anybody Else Have Huge Bruise And Knot
A New New Dawn replied to CB2's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It took a few weeks for all the bruising on me to go away. I am 4 weeks post op. -
Suddenly SOOOO hungry!
Rev Me Up! replied to BeachWithMyBabies's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Every week that goes by is another week of healing and you will notice changes in capacity and appetite. I never really feel hungry, but I can sometimes feel empty - like I need some food to fill up. If you are clear for full liquids, try drinkable yogurt. Lots of Protein. If you are eating pudding, have you tried a little bit of cottage cheese, chewed up really well? You might need to leave the room when other people eat for a while. These frist couple of weeks are the toughest. Hang in there! Lara -
Has Anyone noticed their weight loss kicking in a couple of months AFTER surgery -
Brent701 replied to Serengirl's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
In general weight loss slows at an increasing pace as you get closer to goal assuming diet/exercise regimen stay the same. It is possible you are breaking a plateau though and experiencing a whoosh. Dont expect it to last more than 2-3 weeks max before you settle into your new range. -
I am in my 7th week, lost 15lb first 41/2 weeks. I started running and have not lost any more. Getting my water in and 3 meals a day. Is this normal?:scared2:
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Any Suggestions Stoped losing
Aquarius12459 replied to Kittyel's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
YES. Even if you weren't banded, eating too little can slow your metabolism down as it will adjust to whatever the calorie intake you are eating. If you are under 1000 a day, try adding an additional 200-300 calories with a lot of extra grams of Protein like a Protein shake after you work out. If you are in that range, try going back on the liquid only high protein pre-op diet for a few days to shake it up it bit and continue drinking your water/broth/crystal lite or whatever 600-800 calories a day. Maybe do this one day a week. Also, eating smaller meals/amounts of food more often through the day to feed continuously should help also. Good Luck :frown: -
Surgery scheduled for March 31st! YAY! :)
GodSent replied to REDsparkles11's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi RedSparkles11, My name is DeNesha and I was just banded on 2/24/2011 and to just be honest I have had many thoughts of eating and cheating lol, but the after surgery liquids isnt bad just consume 64 oz of Water and dont forgot your Protein. You will be fine. I did cheat being that I have been on liquids 2 1/2 weeks (just being honest) I felt so bad emotionally because I cheated but then I had to rethink the situation. My surgeon placed me on a pre-op clear liquid diet 1 week before surgery and then 2 weeks liquid diet post op.. Good news is I have only until this friday to move to soft puree foods!! YAY!!! I go to the doctor today to have my staples removed and I am so excited and more anxious about fills.(in a good way) Also please look out for creative ways to incorporate protein into the liquid stage.... sugar free DaVinci Syrups are life saver, they have so many flavors and when you mix these syrups in some vanilla Protein Powder its amazing!!!!!! So good luck to you and keep us posted!! -
Anybody Experience A Stall At 6-8 Months Or Later?
LindaS replied to Ducker's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yes, you can stall in the later months too. I'm 9 months out, and I've lost only 9 pounds since February. That is about 3 pounds a month, and it seems that those 3 pounds happen within two days and the rest of the month -- nothing. I am exercising and eating right and drinking right. I can feel the muscles forming, and I can see definition in places I've never had definition before. I think the stall is because my body is transitioning. I know I was really worried that I wouldn't show a weight loss with my doctor, and I was pleasantly surprised to learn it was a 9 pound weight loss. My doctor said that it is normal to lose slower as I get closer to goal. He also mentioned that my body may change and go down in size without actually going down in weight (he's right). The good news is that I haven't stopped losing. When I haven't lost pounds, I have lost inches. I've also noticed that even when my measurements don't necessarily change, the way clothes fit me does. Something is going on as a result of all my hard work even if it isn't showing up on the scale. -
Anybody Experience A Stall At 6-8 Months Or Later?
Ducker posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Did great the first six months, now haven't lost anything the past 2 months, just losing and gaining the same 2 pounds. I am so not looking forward to my next appt. with my surgeon on June 22. I am so embarrased that I may not even have lost a pound by then. Everyone talks about the 3 week stall and the 3 month stall. Anybody experience a stall in the later months? Help! Ducker -
The truth is that yes you will have some energy loss in the very beginning of your journey. While you are on the 2 week liquid diet before and perhaps after surgery. You will feel a bit tired and drag a little as your body detoxes from the "junk" foods and starts to adapt to eating high Protein and quality food. After surgery we are all tired for a bit, we just had major surgery. Once you heal up and your body has adjusted your going to feel amazing and have so much more energy provided you keep your nutrition up and follow your doctors recommended nutrition plan including any Vitamins they may tell you to take. Over all your going to feel better once you lose some pounds.
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Looking for a buddy in the Buffalo NY area
lindatatu replied to beautifulispink's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hey no excuses. We still walk. This is Buffalo! I hope we walk as long as possible. I don't think the group has gone through a winter yet. I know I will be there this Saturday at 8am. It goes so fast when there is someone walking with you. We talk lapband the whole time. Last week there were four of us. Consider joining us. I will be at the hospital 3 Mondays in a row for pre op, weigh in, and surgery. Preop work is September 29th. Keep up the good work. I hope I lose 20 pounds in the first 9 weeks! Right now I think I will be afraid to eat anything but I guess if I get hungry enough I will. Any tips for a soon to be bander would be apprecited. Right now I am at the age where I have to stop my hormones before surgery. Not looking forward to the side effects! There is a support meeting next Wednesay at 6pm that I plan to go to also. Are you going? It would be great to see you there.
