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[Nikkx 0]

Hi everyone

Well I'm back home complete with band installed. Saw Angie as we were going in and she seemed fine, but didnt see her when I came out. I think she is staying in Brussells for at least one more day.

The worst pain for me so far is the wound where the blood drain went in, and you're right about the swelling...I look like I've got a growth on my left side!

Gave myself my first injection this morning and am now starting to plan what I'm going to eat this week.

One question; the waterproof dressings, am I just supposed to leave them alone or do I need to take them off at some time and let the air get to the wound. I have an appointment with the GP tomorrow just to let him know what is going on and I dont like the idea of him trying to peel them off to have a look...much too tender at the minute.

Nick

[EnglishRose 1]

Hi Nick

Yeah thats a bummer that drain (excuse the expression), horrible when they take it out.

The only time I took the plasters off was to clean the wounds every couple of days with the pink anticeptic liquid they gave you at the hospital and then put new plasters on. The stitches come out after 10 days. You can do that yourself, just snip the ends off and pull them out, it doesnt hurt.

Welcome back!

EnglishRose

[Nikkx 0]

Hi EnglishRose,

Thanks. I dont seem to have any antiseptic liquid in my bag. Maybe I'll send a quick e-mail to Frederick. You are right about that port, I almost hit the ceiling when that came out :confused:

Finally...any liquid food ideas...tomato Soup and FLP chocolate shakes are all I've thought of so far...

Nick

[flirtylass 0]

Hi englishrose glad to hear ur fill went ok how do u find ur restriction now? Umm i hate thoughts of this damm fill im a baby when it comes to needles but it well be well worth it... As for weight loss first wk i was down 12lbs 2nd wk 8lbs and just got weighed this morn for my 3rd wk and have 5.5 lbs off so 25.5 lb so far and il be banded 3wks tomorro so im happy but just disappointed if i just had 2.5lbmore off i would be 2stone down but i hope to hit that target next week... everyone is doin so well its great whole new life for all of us its so exciting

[vanessapc 0]

No.. I'm going for the standard package..when I know, I'll post you.. would be nice to meet up.. went to bank to transfer deposit..but bank cant do, said wrong account number..have emailed frederick to check ..

Edited September 25, 2008 by vanessapc

[EnglishRose 1]

Hi Nick

When I left the hospital I was given dissolvable pain killers and anti sickness tablets and 4 pink anticeptic liquids and the needles to prevent thrombosis.

I had slimfast for my liquid diet as I am not that keen on Soup. I did make my own homemade soup the 2nd week, just boiled up loads of veg then pureed. It was lovely.

EnglishRose

[EnglishRose 1]

Hi Flirtylass

To be honest I dont feel much different since having a fill. So will probably have another one in 4 weeks time. Try not to worry about the fill. I didnt even feel the needle go in (probably all that fat). Well done on your weight loss you are doing really well. It will slow down unfortunately once your body gets used to the initial shock of having much less calories but you are doing really well, I bet you are really chuffed!!

EnglishRose

[Chrissy4 0]

No.. I'm going for the standard package..when I know, I'll post you.. would be nice to meet up.. went to bank to transfer deposit..but bank cant do, said wrong account number..have emailed frederick to check ..

I didnt know that you could transfer the money, makes a lot more sense than taking all that wonga with me, i might have second thoughts and go via Paris shopping lol:smile2:

[Chrissy4 0]

Englishrose and Flirtylass you are doing soooooo well, you are such an inspiration to me, you must be so pleased with your weightloss in such a short time.

[flirtylass 0]

Hi englishrose yeah i know what u mean bout slowing down i think that has started already im still taking in bout 500cals a day but still im thrilled i have set myself a goal of 4stone by xmas so 2stone 2.5lbs still to go but im sure its acheviable gona start to do some exercise im sure it'l help cos my body wont know what hit it cos i aint used to exercise at all... oh and hi chrissy yeah im thrilled with weight loss so far just hope it continues but god im determined an im gona work my ass off to get rid of this weight cos its the one thing that will make me happy and give me my confidence back i cant wait...

[vanessapc 0]

omg!! we are so going to have to meet up for a shopping trip when down sizing.... I love to shop... love bargains.. get more carrier bags!!! lol...:tongue2:

email frederick he'll give the acct number.. hopefully, the right one!.. costs £25 to transfer, but is much safer...

I didnt know that you could transfer the money, makes a lot more sense than taking all that wonga with me, i might have second thoughts and go via Paris shopping lol:smile2:

[vanessapc 0]

I agree.... I'd like to lose about 2lb per week.. maybe 3 to start... actually, anything would make me happy.. I was initially considering a gastric balloon, but after great consideration , I decided the band was a better option..boought a book via amazon.. laparoscopic adjustable gastric band... seems quite comprehensive.. will let u know if its a good read..

Englishrose and Flirtylass you are doing soooooo well, you are such an inspiration to me, you must be so pleased with your weightloss in such a short time.

[clarygrundy 0]

Thanks so much for this - I'm filling up my note book with all the hints and advice you have given me!!

[vanessapc 0]

hi

how did you get your ticker on here..Ive been trying for ages and can't do it!!

vanessa

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Edited September 26, 2008 by vanessapc

[EnglishRose 1]

Hi Chrissy4

Yes Im really pleased with the weight loss so far. I too am hoping to lose another 2 stone before Xmas. Am keeping fingers crossed.

EnglishRose