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[skinnydippn42 0]

I don't post very often, but will now and than.

I do read everybodies post to keep up with how everyone is doing and new people that show up.

I agree with everyone about "we are not TOO old to be "banded". I was Banded 10-28-08 at 66 yrs. old. I'm doing very good. So far can eat just about anything, but just a lot less of it.

The hardest thing I'm fighting is: in the past I could eat anything at anytime & any amount; now I have a hard time telling my mind, "THAT's TOO MUCH" and cut the amount way down; but it's slowly sinking into my mind the amount that I have to eat now, not what I ate in the past. That's where the "BAND" comes into play. I'll get there.

I'm down 24 lbs now, slow but sure. Getting better day by day.

If this is what you want, don't let anyone talk you out of it and don't let YOURSELF talk you out of it. With your Doctors OK, go for it. My Family Doc was all for it.

I see DR. Cleveland 12-18 for my 2nd post op appt. and "might" get my first FILL. Not sure yet. I think I need one.

Until next time,

Don

[KarenIn 2]

Don Down 24 pounds, already! That's great!!! Glad to hear that you are doing well.

[roxie 0]

Pioneer,

Are you getting scared? Are you wondering why you decided to do this?

[mnorman 0]

welcome to the group and congratualtions on your upcoming surgery. If you are referring to my statement, I was referring to "Twirl". I printed her post with her name, or are you referring to someone else?

HI!

Another day down and 4 to go! I was not referring to anything other than I had read all of the posts and for some reason thought I wanted to clarify that I know what I am getting into and what to expect. Did that make sense?? I am getting really excited now!

Mary

[pioneer1 0]

Hi Roxie, Yes are you? I go tomorrow to the hosp to get my tests and upper gi done. I am having some trouble staying asleep, so I am taking a sm dose of benedril at bedtime. I have my liquids for my first week and I have a little stuff for the second week. I will send my husband to the store for anything I missed.

I am getting phone call from family and friends giving me positive thoughts and well wishes.

I bought some Isopure for my first week and I noticed that it is expired by a month. Now I have to go back and trade them in. Oh well, it will keep me busy and not worrying.

Good luck to you as well, keep in touch.

Dana

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[roxie 0]

Dana,

Let me know how you like the Isopure. I have all of my stuff too. I already had the upper GI but I do have to go to my doctor tomorrow because last Thursday my blood pressure was up. I have a lot of support too. We are fortunate. I will keep you in my prayers and I can't wait to compare how we do.

[pioneer1 0]

Roxie, Isopure is ok. It will do, I tried the punch and at 40 gms of Protein I will be drinking one bottle a day. At a class, they showed me a bottle and it was real thick, but the punch is not. The thick ones they say to thin it with Water or juice.

I have to be at the hosp at 645 am on thurs. and I live 2 hrs away, so we are staying 2 nights. The night before and the night after surgery. I am bringing a couple of bullion cubes with me so when we go out to dinner the night before I will just ask for hot water and have my broth while my husband has dinner.

Good luck and and my you have an easy surgery.

Dana

[pioneer1 0]

Roxie, How did you do? I was banded yesterday and I am doing Ok. I am having some pain in my shoulder and neck from the gas. My stomach is a little tender but ok,

Did you get banded on the 17th as scheduled? How is it going with you? Any problems? Let me know....

[roxie 0]

Dana,

I am doing OK, I was banded on the 17th, and I am experiencing pain on the left side incisions. Glad to hear you are doing OK. Take Phazyme, for the gas, it worked for me.

[JoannMarie 0]

Just a little encouragement for our 3rd week bandsters...

I am 2 weeks out as of yesterday - feel so much better. The port pain is just an occasional twinge, no gas pain left (tho I did not have a lot of that). I have good restriction even w/o a fill. I think most of my swelling is down, and I simply cannot eat very much at a meal. 1/2 to 3/4 cup is absolutely it. I'm doing lots of soft fish, cottage cheese, refried Beans, etc. I'm just trying to get as much Protein in as possible.

Time to start my exercise program - 2 weeks out and dr advises the recumbant bike, walking, elliptical or treadmill. No weight training for another 2 weeks. I have been surprised at my increased energy level already. Shopped all day with DH today - I was really tired when we finally got home - but I could not have done this a month ago.

Good luck to all of you and good luck to the week 4 folks coming to the plate (so to speak) next week.

Merry Christmas Holiday Hotties!

[twirl 0]

I am 11 days out of surgery

(12/9) and am having soft foods

does anyone get tiny air burps when eating

more annoying than anything

and then I can get slight pain in the area where the

foods go down

[twirl 0]

do you also get little burps when you sip

and I do not sip much at a time:smile:

[KarenIn 2]

Just a little encouragement for our 3rd week bandsters...

I am 2 weeks out as of yesterday - feel so much better. The port pain is just an occasional twinge, no gas pain left (tho I did not have a lot of that). I have good restriction even w/o a fill. I think most of my swelling is down, and I simply cannot eat very much at a meal. 1/2 to 3/4 cup is absolutely it. I'm doing lots of soft fish, cottage cheese, refried Beans, etc. I'm just trying to get as much Protein in as possible.

Time to start my exercise program - 2 weeks out and dr advises the recumbant bike, walking, elliptical or treadmill. No weight training for another 2 weeks. I have been surprised at my increased energy level already. Shopped all day with DH today - I was really tired when we finally got home - but I could not have done this a month ago.

Good luck to all of you and good luck to the week 4 folks coming to the plate (so to speak) next week.

Merry Christmas Holiday Hotties!

Joann: So glad to hear that your surgery and recovery are going so well. Keep in touch and let us know how your journey goes.

Karen

[phyllser 3]

Sounds like you are all doing GREAT!!

Keep up the good work!

Hope you're keeping warm!

I hit my -100 lb mark this week!

Us old Chicks (and Roosters, Don) CAN do this!

[KarenIn 2]

Sounds like you are all doing GREAT!!

Keep up the good work!

Hope you're keeping warm!

I hit my -100 lb mark this week!

Us old Chicks (and Roosters, Don) CAN do this!

Phyl! CONGRATULATIONS!! Hitting the 100# mark is certainly worth celebrating! You should be very proud of your accomplishment. I hope you are wearing that new jewerly now. WAY TO GO!!!