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hi Jodi thanks for your words.. i agree with you... one more question u n i seem to have same start weight and same goal... but i have been banded for longer than you....but i have lost only 50 pounds till date.... I know I am a slow loser ...but whoaaaa.....u r doing really good...
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I planned not to tell anyone but it just didn't turn out that way. Now pretty much everyone knows and I am fine with it, I have had no adverse reactions. At work, people saw that I was not eating solids and then saw that I was dropping weight and were curious. I am a lousy liar and just felt it was easier to just tell the truth. I don't regret it because number one, the people I work with are pretty mature and understanding. And number two, having those around me know about it gives me some accountability. But it is a personal decision, you know better than we do what type of people you work with. If they are the type that will talk behind your back and judge you then I would think that you wouldn't want them to know anything about your personal life. The same with family and friends. Lovingit, I have to say that your friend was not much of a friend to treat you that way. A better friend would still support you even if she didn't agree with your decision...such a shame that people behave that way.
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I had second thoughts.. Unfortunately I wasn't smart enough to have them until they where wheeling me into the operating room But I think most people have moments of second guessing going into this. And that's a good thing! It means you are really thinking about this radical move and what brought you here. I know for me this was my last stop, radical yes but I had literally tried everything else and failed. It was try this or die an early death. So I took my chances on this. I'm happy I did. I don't know your story.. But I will assume this is your last chance at health too? That you have tried many ways of losing weight before. And could not lose or keep the weight off long term?
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Lap Band Re Position Surgery after slip
EliyshevaLovesYahweh replied to Wyndy's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
No, sorry to hear this is happening to you. I found this link to a similar post to yours and another link to a nice little article on signs of lap band slippage just in case anyone reading your post would want to learn of the signs - truly symptomatic. May you have great success on your surgery day. BTW, congratulations on your weight loss. -
Thank you. I have heard that ketosis cause bad breath. I didn’t think I would be losing any weight so soon. I am not going to weigh myself until Monday, 1 week out.
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8 Mos Out .. Still Hungry.. Why!?
Loooou replied to txcutie28's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It is a common problem, you are not alone, sweets craving always find their way back. The good thing is that you know the problem and definetly there is a way out of this sweet dilemma. I find myself going on curves with my sweet tooth. Somedays I have the power to just say no.. other I just take a bite or two of a chocolate cake and the rest of the days I JUST CANT STOP! I use to suffer from dumping when I eat sweets but now I can go extra further before feeling the dumping syndrome attacking me. SO it will all be in ur will power to say no and find scale changes, which will keep u going forward on saying no to ur head hunger for sweets.. u may then allow urself a small indulgence but the scale victory will keep ur willpower going strong. Try tricking yourself when u feel the need for sweet.. by just filling on Water which is gonna make up for the lack of ur Fluid intakes. I dont believe in low calorie/carbs Desserts so I Will never suggest to someone indulging on them instead. As for the hunger, I think at this stage it is totally normal cause your stomach capacity is just getting to its finish result, It doesnt mean it is stretching but all it means is that your swelling is going down and u are having ur real final capacity, so may be u are still confused by ur new capacity and eating less but quicker.. so u need to start chewing really well, adding more Protein to ur meal and checking if that will fill u up better for more hours. I dont see it a bad thing to eat every 3 hours BUT then you will need to be really strict with ur QUALITY of food.. so why not snack on REAL protein like chicken/beef/fish.. give urself a time to know if you are really hungry or just confused with head hunger. FINALLY! EXERCISE .. u need to tick ur body and poke it once again to start giving up on the pounds its hanging on. There is no way too much weight or way too less weight with the sleeve.. everything just take a time and honestly some if not a lot of mental effort before physical effort.. Keep visualizing your goal weight and work on it:) U WILL DO IT:) -
8 Mos Out .. Still Hungry.. Why!?
Ms skinniness replied to txcutie28's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
This is not exactly true. Alot of people have lost alot of weight with the sleeve. You can do it do. Just focus on eating Protein, protein, protein, chew, chew, chew, and lots of Water. You will do great. Kick up the exercise. Park long distances from the stores or your work. Big Hug to you! -
I got RNY May 23, 2016 my SW 287 CW 224 GW 199 i was at 209 I gained and I am miserable and I am willing to do whatever to get my numbers back moving... guys I need advice badly I do!!!
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I hate the stalls!! I'm 5'3 with a small bone structure. Right now I'm bouncing between 190-193#. Almost 9 months out & the weight loss is so much slower. My goal weight is 130, although with all the extra skin, I'm not sure I will get that low. I'm still not sure if I'm getting enough calories, maybe putting myself in starvation mode. 1000 calories really isn't much & I'm not losing. But I'm so afraid to up it. Does anyone have any ideas? I'm down to an Lg/XLG top & size 16-20 bottoms (depending on the make). I am extremely happy with the 160# weight loss, but I want to hit my goal. I'm just feeling a little discouraged at this point. Help!!!!
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Trying to stay focused
westcoastmom replied to stephied's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have not had any fills yet - because I am fearful of this happening (and lots of other things). But when I do, I would have to say, I would call right away for an unfill if I could not eat without getting sick. Is this how other fills worked for you? You have done so well losing weight in the past - I am guessing that you were able to eat and lose the weight. Please call and have the doctor remove some Fluid so you can eat more normally. You will feel better and probably be able to lose weight again. Your body won't be in starvation mode. I hope you feel better. -
There might be a connection. One condition that may cause it is called spontaneous intracranial hypotension. http://www.webmd.com/diet/obesity/20141022/weight-loss-surgery-may-raise-risk-of-severe-headaches-scientists-report https://www.aan.com/pressroom/home/pressrelease/1314 You might search the internet for more links.
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Saturday's Positive Post
BigGirlPanties replied to bobbyswife's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I had become very lethargic because of my arthritis and pain in my knees; which added to my weight gain. When I saw the orthopedic doctor, he said I HAD to lose weight in order to get my knees done and get some pain relief... I had thought about WLS before, but now I was even more propelled to look into it... I wish I had done this sooner. I have gone back to the orthopedic, who was VERY pleased with my weight loss and we are planning my surgery for the beginning of '15!!! Once that is done, I am hoping to be even more active and looking forward to pain relief in my left leg (first one to be done)... I couldn't have gotten here without WLS... the past year I have been maintaining with a 5 pound variable... tho I'd like to lose more, right now I'm just not active enough...BUT I have MAINTAINED for a year, which has NEVER happened with all my "diets" before this tool was "installed" LOL -
Marriage vs Lap Band
sparkplug replied to batiircabur's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
My husband has been with me from day one. He has come to every single seminar and up to including day of surgery sitting and waiting with me until they pushed me into the surgery room. He sometimes might make a remark how hot I look, even at my age and that somebody might steal me and I feel very pleased with myself when he says that. But...he also knows we have been together 32 years and nothing on this earth would make me leave him for another man whether fat or skinny. I am off all meds and even though he is 10 years older than me and heavy he is on no meds either ( good genes in his family). I explained that even though his mom is 99 years old, the people in my family have died by the time they hit 70 because of weight issues. Good luck and just keep reassuring him that you are there for him. If the marriage falls apart, I do not believe it would be because of the weight but because there was problems from other things that just came to a head after you getting the weight off. Time will tell and I for one believe in fate, which is to say that some things cannot be controlled. I never regretted the surgery and you will not either. -
New Bandster frustrated by low weight loss!
Armonet replied to Armonet's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Thank you so much Tomander! These replies are really helping to ease my frustration. WAY TO GO on your 156 lb weight loss!!! -
Pittsburgh Magee Hospitlal
Myaiku_Kuraitani replied to Joei's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Depends on the surgeon you choose if you're looking to see how long the weight monitored nutrition diet is. Also depends on your insurance. My surgeon was Dr. Courcoulas. Her program lasted 5 months for me. Magee is a great hospital. The staff was awesome when I was there. If you choose the surgeon I had, just follow her instructions and her surgical staff's instructions. I seemed to get a quick surgery approval listening to them. Feel free to ask me any more questions. [emoji846] ---------------------------- HW- 273 Pre-op Wt- 230 SW- 226 CW- 184 GW- 130 Ht- 5'2.5" DOS- April 26th, 2017 "Only those who try will become." ~FFX -
New member!...but SOO dissapointed..
LaNell replied to mariemg's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
So many of the "other" people out there do not know what it is like to be over weight. I have not had my surgery yet and am in my 2nd month of waiting to find out if I get to have it. I now weight 303, start out at 335, I have my phys, exam in 2 days and will see the dietian for the 4th time the same day. My primary doc. is all for the surgery. If I were you I would find another doctor, that one doesnt seem to really care. If you dont have many health problems now you will in a few years and it is better to prevent then try and cure. Good luck and let me know how things go! -
What Is Bandster Hell?
whitedobe replied to whitedobe's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks! What does pb'ing stand for? I know what it is, but I can't figure the pb out. I had a weird first month. I gained 12 pounds immediately after surgery, it took about 2 1/2 weeks for that to go away, and then I went down another 8 or 9. I'm not complaining because I was so worried something was wrong at first, I'm happy with my 9 for now. Thanks for the responses! Laura -
Weight Loss With Or With Out Vsg
Octavia C. Byrd replied to Octavia C. Byrd's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
That's very true, I need to get my mind together. I have a excellent opportunity to finally change my life. Don't want to lose it. I am sick of my weight! I have 2 kids I want to be here for. -
Hello im sitting here in the UK reading all your posts about the lap band. with a operation date of 20th February 14. Im getting so confussed about this lap band thing, all the pre op posts on this site are very interesting, informative but for me im getting into a slight pre op tizzy. As the day approaches im self questioning myself, should I be doing this, am I that bad that I need a operation. I like most have been yo yo dieting most of my life so now its time to take hold of this weight issue I think! Whats driving me forward with this is my health. Im fine right now but if i dont change, well what can I look forward to High blood presure, diabetis, joint problems. I think there are more pros than cons with this procedure. Can anyone tell me whats with this "im having bad gas" issue i keep reading about on these blogs. Over here we sometimes call it wind. Is it very common post op does it last long, and can you take medication for it? Pre op diet starts Friday, this is one thing that has stopped me having this op ages ago. Mush food, ect for two weeks not sure i will cope with it.
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I had my surgery on Monday, July 11th. Today is my 6th day post op. As of this morning I'm down 7.1 lbs from my surgery weight. :cheer2: This morning I feel kinda blah First day I've felt that way. Kinda dizzy at times too. The first thing I did when I got up was start drinking my Protein shake. It was the ones from costco with 30 gms of protein. After over an hour I'm done with it. I've also already had 3 BM's this morning. So that is a good sign I guess. I just took my chewable multi Vitamin (yuck) and had a cup of decaf coffee with FF milk in it. :coffee: About to start my Water for the day now. I just haven't done much. Been catching up on my youtube vids and on here reading. When I get up and move around I just get that dizzy light headed icky feeling. But when I'm sitting I'm ok. Now that I think about it, do you think it could be my BP? Since I take BP meds, could it be making my BP too low? That would be awesome if I could stop taking that. :regular_smile: Now even though I'm down to 205.4 this morning from 212.5 on Monday, I am not smaller. Usually at this weight I can really see it, especially in my clothes. I was getting to where my size 20's were lose and 18's were just fine. But since I'm still swollen I just don't see it. URGH! I know it will come....but when? When did the swelling go down after surgery? Another thing I'm ready for...is SHOPPING. I'm so ready to go to the thrift stores to get smaller sizez....LOL I know that will be awhile, but I'll have too soon. I don't have anything smaller than an 18 in my closet. I've been an 18/20 forever. Anyway, just wanted to see how everyone else was doing from surgery this past week. Oh and I'm still having to take my Lortab. Only twice yesterday and slept without it last night too. But once I got up, the pain was there when I stood up or walked. So took a dose this morning. I also have a new post op video up on my youtube channel. :angel_smile: Oh and Nancy...I'm still hot. I think it's my hormones. Surgery must have screwed with them.
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I had my VSG surgery on 21 March with Dr. Alberto Aceves. Though it's been tough it has definitely been a journey worth taking. I know it's only been a month and a half, but I just had a moment of success this morning that I just had to share. Well, actually, I had two! I've lost and gained weight many times over the years; as have most of us here on the forums I imagine. But, it has been almost 8 years since I have been able to break the 250 barrier. It's been one of those things that I just couldn't get passed. I think I weighed around 250 in high school and, frankly, most of my life. In 2003/4 I did the Atkins diet and had some great success. But after I had to have my gall bladder taken out, it was really difficult to keep it up. All that Protein just didn't sit well. I slowly crept back up over the next six months, but was able to keep it around 250 without going too much higher. But by the end of 2006, I was over 300. I reached my highest weight of almost 320lbs. After a moment of realization I affirmed I would lose that weight. Fighting over the next couple of years I was able to get to 252. I was stuck there. It just wouldn't go down! Until today. This morning I decided to hop on the scale and I saw a number I never thought I'd see...249.4. I couldn't believe it! OMG!!! I broke the 250 barrier!!! So I had to do it again. But this time, the number was different. So I got on it again to check...same number as the second time. Wait...try again...same number as the previous two goes. So, as of today, I now weigh 248.8lbs!!!!!! HUGE smile on my face. Next little moment came about 15 minutes later while getting dressed. I've been wearing my same clothes because I just don't want to be buying up clothes...I'm cheap. But, I still have some of my clothes from when I was thinner and then a few which I purchased as motivation to lose a little more. Well, those motivation pants were still too small, but the older thin jeans fit just perfect! I started to cry. IMMD Just had to share.
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I had heartburn from being too tight and got .5 cc removed (taking me to 5.3 cc) and now I'm totally fine. You may see if you end up loosening up over time but I hated living like that. I'm actually losing more weight now because I also started eating too much sliders like icecream!
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I had surgery April 29th. Dr. Nussbaum from the Obesity Center of New Jersey performed the procedure. Couldn't ask for a better surgeon. 2 grand in labs came back perfect. Cholesterol dropped from a high of 300 to 105. I'm off 4 meds since surgery. I was approaching type 2 Diabetes, that's no longer the case. Even more important is that the depression and anxiety I have suffered with for years has subsided significantly, and I can actually sleep through the whole night. I do have an obsession with losing weight now. I question everything I put in my mouth. If I can't work out on a particular day, I worry about it until I can work out and feel great relief. Hopefully, I find some moderation with this lifestyle.
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3 month surgery aniversary.
the-Russ replied to Shoota's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
congrats on the progress. I have not had WLS yet, but from what I have seen in my reading is that people lose weight (100 lbs in a year or less) at 1# a week people would never reach that. After 3 months, how is your quality of life? Do you feel normal? I am nervous to do this because I am fearful that I may never be the same again. Obviously that is the point, but I am fearful I will do something that is irreversible with regret. -
Hi, everyone I'm Betsy, and I'm a bandster-in-waiting. I've done the seminar, and am awaiting my appointment with Brian Lahmann at Silver Cross in Joliet, IL. While I am not yet 100% certain, I believe he and Dr. Joyce lean toward Realize banding for their banding patients; I will learn more on August 21. I am not yet sure whether I will be required to be followed preop with a medically supervised diet; our insurance plan has loosened its requirements for WLS, and I don't know where they currently stand. Either way, I'm ready, and willing to jump through whatever hoops necessary to get the show on the road! I'm a long-time weight watcher (not just with that particular plan--but with every one under the sun). I require ridiculously few calories to maintain, and even fewer to lose, and am viewing the band as a tool to make the restriction tolerable. I have just over 100 pounds to lose. On a less weight-related note, I've been married for 23 years to Mark, and have an almost-21-year-old daughter and almost-13-year-old son. I'm an RN who is now a science and health writer and instructor. I love to read, write, decorate, and entertain. I walk 3.5 miles with my "personal trainer" (3-year-old Lab-shepherd,Truman) each morning and, usually, every evening as well. I'm VERY motivated to get this weight off, primarily for pain relief purposes but also so that I feel like "me" again. I look forward to getting to know everyone
