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Changes after WLS?
onmywaytobeingfound replied to azsqwurl's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Emotionally, I had some very bad emotional days. I still get them, but they are now mostly hormone driven. My hormones are very out of wack. But from what I've read from others, it won't last. Fatigue was a biggie for me in the beginning. At around 6 weeks it went away! I dealt with anxiety a great deal before surgery, it's still there. It really depends on what's going on in my life! Hope this helps. -
I am so disappointed. I was scheduled for surgery at 11 AM tomorrow but they pushed me back a week due to a sinus infection and a urinary tract infection. I know it is for the best but DANG!
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Best tools or most helpful things for post op?
Bandista replied to fee139's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks! I just pasted that into a note for myself. Not sure what a Genie bra is -- going to have look that up. Does it come with three wishes? -
My doctor takes a team approach. I met with him, a nutritionist and psychologist once before the surger. Again I met with all 3 2 weeks later. Now I see them all once a month when I go for a fill.
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My doc's hand out at my first fill today says this: KNOW THAT A FILL MAY NOT FEEL LIKE IT IS HAVING ANY EFFECT FOR 2 WEEKS. THIS IS YOUR BRAIN CATCHING UP WITH YOUR STOMACH. SO, GIVE A FILL AT LEAST 2 WEEKS TO SEE HOW WELL IT IS DOING. Wow, my brain must be bigger than I thought it was if it takes that long to catch up to my stomach!!!!LOL!!!!! I had 1.5cc's in my first fill, does anyone know if that is about the norm? :thumbup:
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Hello All! My name is Kimberly. I am 24 yrs young, married with no children, and currently a pre-Nursing student. I am 5'7, 354lbs with a BMI of 55.4. I started the lapband journey just over a year ago. I have Humana EPO, and they have been terrific. To qualify I had to have: Medical records with recorded weights for the past two years, (one a year was sufficient), Letter of Medical Necessity from my PCP, and 6 consecutive months of nutrition/exercise advise from my PCP (each month I went to the doc, she typed in something along the lines of "advised Kimberly she needed to lose weight, follow low-carb high Protein diet and exercsie 3x per week..yadda yadda yadda). I turned all of that into my insurance and received an approval less than a week later! (This was after my father, who is the primary insurance holder, forgot to renew me on his insurance last January..thus having to wait another 6 months until his open enrollment, then another 3 months for my insurance to become effective again, so this prolonged everything by 9 months :-/) But alls well that ends well, and now I am anxiously awaiting my surgery date. I am having it January 25th with Dr.Rehnke at the Palms of Pasadena Hospital in St.Pete, FL. I start the Optifast on January 11th, and really am NOT looking forward to it. What helps me is the fact that my mother had the surgery with the same doctor a few years ago, so she has a bunch of tricks that she has passed on to me. One of which is to buy a BUNCH of different flavored extracts, like banana, Coconut, Almond etc. to add to the shakes. I'm hoping that will help with the variety. I guess the main things I'm nervous about are: 1.) I have bad acid reflux when I don't eat. Will I have this while on optifast? 2.) Anesthesia. I've never been under before, so I'm frightened of what my reaction will be. 3.) Just generally nervous about something unbeknownst happening to delay or prevent the surgery such as bad preop testing, complications in surgery, and various of other possible scenarios that have to come to mind. I want this so bad, I feel like I've been dreaming of it for a very long time, and now that my dream is being realized I'm afraid I will wake up! I look forward to continuing to post as I experience this new journey in my life and I look forward to reading all of your stories as well! Happy New Year!
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Something is wrong you guys!
gomekast replied to sweetjam69's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I was the same way at your point. I am 14 weeks and can only this week now eat a little bit more. -
Hello, Im new to this site and have been looking around. I was very excited when I found the pregnancy thread. I had my surgery in Feb of this year. To date I've lost a total of 153lbs. During this journey I've noticed a marked increase in my sex drive. Recently, I've noticed some strange changes in me. My period was a little late and was extremely short for me; only part of one day. My back has been killing me, I don't seem to do anything but cry and now I can't eat without throwing up. Im very tired and Im not the only one who has noticed the changes. My boyfriend made a comment yesterday too. So, my question to you guys is this...does having the lapband increase your chances of becoming pregnant? Do any of these symptoms sound familiar? I have an appt with my general practioner next week. I would like to be prepared with all the knowledge I can gather before I go see her. Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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It's a go but have some mental issues
cwalck posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It has been hell of late, 11 days to be exact. Bad stress test, then cardiac cath and there is nothing wrong with me, just a false reading. UGH! So I see the Psych next week which I am NOT worried and I have approval for surgery. YIKES. I still have some mental issues though I did not want to bring up at the Psych. I thought it would be better to hear from all of you. In my mind, I think about "Will this work for me", Will I be able to follow the plan" Will I be unhappy that I can't eat the things I want", "will I still want to eat them?", What if it doesn't work". Going to Mexico in November to an all inclusive which we do every year, will I be so "on the program" by then that it won't phase me?:001_tongue: So from all of you, I need some in sight. Am I the only one who thinks these things. I see so many success stories that it should lift me up but I am so scared I will be different. Will I be hungry? Will I be full? Can I g et all that Protein in? I don't work so I get up about 10:30 and eat and then don't eat lunch because I have dinner at 5. So about 4 I get really hungry. DoIj ust drink a Protein shake at 4 and hold me over. What if I don't get 60gm of protein in, will my hair fall out. I am 60 so my hair is thinning anyway. I have not seen the nutrritionist yet, they said 2 weeks before surgery. I guess they will answer some questions but I really need to know "Am I the only one who thinks these things?":ohmy: -
I noticed that the gas subsided about three months after surgery. Gassy days are rare now. I am eating the same diet as back then. Not sure what happened but I'm much happier now. GasX really didn't help much that I could tell.
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Feeling Nauseous Right After I Eat
massindex replied to pinky62611's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm assuming when you say you are 6 weeks out, you meant 4-24-12 and not 2011? -
I am having damn near pathological belching. It really is ridiculous. I belch if I am full or not. I used to belch a lot anytway due to a small hernia. The doctor says he did not fix this when I got my band because it was so small. However, I think my banding just is aggravating the belching part. I am so sick of it. I burp loud and often. Sometimes so hard its like a hiccup burp. It was causing me some pain earlier in the week but now its just plain annoying:cursing:. I got some gas building up in my shoulder now too....nearly 7 days post op....whats up with that:scared2:?
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Hi MeiQa.....same thing happened to me after my band. I think your stomach is still swollen from the surgical procedure. My appetite began to show again with week two or so. make sure to drink your water (I realize it's an effort right now) so you don't get dehydrated, and enjoy having zero appetite for a little while.
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Greetings fellow bandsters and bandland visitors, I have been keeping a daily log of my food intake and found that it has been very helpful to me. Also, after reading so many questions from would be bandsters, I have decided to share my daily food intake for 30 days. Hopefully this diary will be beneficial to others as it will surely help keep me accountable. I am carefully measuring my food on a digital scale and the ammount of calories burned at the gym is based on my F12 Polar HR monitor. I was banded in May of '05 and have had three fills. Thanks! I am a 26 year old male, weighing 240 lbs. November 14, 2005 12:00 Split pea Soup, 16 oz. 240 cals & 16g Protein 1:30 coffee, 2 creamers. 40 cals & 0 protein 5:00 Subway tuna deli with cheese, 1 sandwhich. 370 cals & 15 protein 8:30 Quesadilla: cheese (2 oz.), walnuts (1/2 oz.), avocado (35 grams), salsa 2.5 oz.), sourcream (1 oz.). 570 cals & 21 protein 9:30 Protein shake: powder (1 scoop), skim milk (8 oz.), bananna (1 fruit), benefiber. 350 cals & 32 protein 10:00 V8, 5.5 oz. 30 cals, 1 protein Exercised; 35 minutes on an eliptical machine, Average BPM 155. -650 cals Totals: Caloric Intake - 1571 Protein - 84
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Hello All, I was banded last Mondy and I have been recooping all week and doing pretty well. I go back to my Doctor for a follow up on Monday, June 30. I have dropped about 12 lbs so far since I started. I am hoping to have a nice steady and healthy weight loss. Just wanted to say hello--Thanks, Disney
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Any singers / vocalists out there?
phil2912 replied to Melanie36's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I think it depends... I was back singing at church about 3 weeks out. Just don't over do it. The more time u allow to heal the better imo. Good luck -
I am so excited I am one more step closer to have the Sleeve. I completed my Psych eval yesterday and passed.. Just talked to the coordinator at the doctors office (Dr Nick). She is going to submit everything to the insurance today. Of course she says they have 30 days to approve it. I am going to be calling the insurance company later this week and see what they say. I read on here if you keep bugging them they might move it faster. I sure hope so. She said once the insurance approves it then i can get in for my consultation within a week. Then the rest depends on what kinds of test the doctor orders and how fast i can get that done. I really want would like this done by mid February but that is probably pushing it. I have ordered my Protein samples so that i can get started on finding one that I like. I got a couple of books on life after weight loss surgery. Trying to cover everything and be ready. I hear everyone talk about the shakes for the 2 weeks pre op diet. Is there certain ones each doctor requires? I know the nutritionist would probably be the one to tell me but I just like to be prepared. Is it anything like Herbalife shakes? This is all I can think about. I really need to focus on other things so the time goes faster.. Thanks for listening to my rambling. :thumbup:
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The Biotin I'm taking is called Natrol 10,000 mcg. I'm 3 months out and haven't lost any hair yet but started taking the Biotin a few weeks ago. I bought mine online through Iherb.com. You can also check Amazon if you can't find it in a drugstore or possibly costco.
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I think I should have explained better. I went the WLS route in lieu of a reality show. I would have had to sell my soul to be on a reality show. If you read my blog, you will find out all the stuff they asked me to do. WLS was the route I chose. I wish I could give it to someone who could use it. I lost 53 pounds in 5 weeks and I walked 5.5 miles in the last two days and I didn't have to expose my life or sell my soul for it! Feeding my son McDonald's and getting him to scream he wanted chicken and French fries into the camera is where I draw the line.
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Straws or no straws?
LipstickLady replied to drmeow's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I must possess mad superhero straw skillz yo, because I have been using a straw since my first week post op, I've cause no "serious damage" (or ANY damage for that matter), I don't suck in any air (that's where the mad skillz yo come in) and I get down a lot more fluids than I would without. I am a straw user and my doctor isn't even mad about it. -
Straws or no straws?
CheleLynn45 replied to drmeow's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I have been using straws since about 2 weeks post op. I have my Tervis giant cup which is great cause it does not sweat and leak everywhere! I couldn't imagine not using a straw. I know we should all follow our docs orders, but I truly believe there is no reason you really can't use a straw!! Good Luck!! -
Hello, I'm pre- op and in a toxic, draining relationship. I've been with this man for five years, he was the sweetest, nicest person I've ever met. I've always had men just use me, but never truly love me, care for me, cater to me like he did. The first two years were great. Now I feel like I'm living in hell on earth, my mom is flabbergasted on how I, a woman who takes no shit, let this person treat me this way. I'm ashamed to admit I'm now scared of being alone, and never finding someone again. Because of my weight and looks, then when I lose this weight I'm going to have tons of loose skin. Who would want that? I'm ashamed of my physical and mental state I've never been this weak in my life.. I've put so much on the line for this man, I taught him how to be more of a man (the irony) and he told me no one has ever took the time out to tell him how it is. Well now everything is a argument, he tries to kick me and my dogs out every week, where I pay half of all the bills, he breaks my thing's.. calls me horrible names.. and I'm still there.. as I write this I see how pathetic I've become.. smh Please tell me people on here has lost and found love again.. Sent from my R1 HD using the BariatricPal App
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I take 100mg as well. I have no idea if it's making a difference or not. I started about 6 weeks post op. I'm at 13 weeks now. I am losing a little bit of hair. I've always had really short hair so I don't notice it as much as all the luck folks with big manes of hair. I have always had flimsy nails and that does not appear to have gotten worse or better.
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1 year and 6 mos out tomorrow!
LivingFree! replied to skinnygirlwithin's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
@@skinnygirlwithin, congratulations on your milestone! Your support group friends gave you great advice! Easier said than done though, right? Many (most?) of us spent a lot of years not being very kind to our obese selves. There is no time like the present to change that, and it feels better day by day as you begin to appreciate and respect YOU. About the body image thing--I attend support groups regularly, and many people talk about still seeing the "old me" in the mirror (me too!). Over time, it does improve but for many it takes a long time. Have you tried using comparison photos of yourself? Sometimes it's easier to see and/or adjust the brain when you see yourself in photos. This is kind of silly--but do you ever do anything for yourself with an intentional label of "This is just for Me?" If you don't-- just a suggestion to maybe plan a once a week particular intention to do something for just you. It can be as small as buying some dumb little thing from the Dollar Store, or going to a movie (by yourself or with a friend if that makes you happy), visiting a park, making time to read a book, etc -- whatever gives you a lift-- as long as you specifically label it as something you are doing for JUST YOU. It's a start to acknowledging that you are WORTH being good to yourself. Keep up your new routine of kindness to your "selfie." -
1 year and 6 mos out tomorrow!
skinnygirlwithin posted a topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Hi All... It has been a while since I have been on here.... but tomorrow marks my One year & 6 Months from surgery. As I look back at my struggles and achievements; the highs & lows,– I still am so very THANKFUL for my sleeve & giving myself the best gift I could have ever given/received. I am thankful for all the support I have had from all of you!!! I started out at 253lbs and currently 146lbs. There are days were I look in the mirror and don’t see the current me. I see the original weight/old self… which I know is weird since I am a size 6/8 BUT sometimes still see the size 20w… I started really beating myself up. I was feeling like I was going crazy, but according to my doc there are others that go through this… So I went to a support group meeting last week, and someone said “you have to be nice to yourself, stop beating yourself up over everything, learn to forgive and love yourself”. I give this advice so often; I don’t know why I haven’t given it to myself. IT was such an eye opener… We are with our self all day every day… We need to be nicer to ourselves… I NEED to be nicer to myself…. I am on day 8 of taking this advice, it’s a work in progress but I am trying. Hope everyone is having a wonderful HUMP day!!!
