October 2009 Here I come

[RedBone Creole 4]

My surgery is two weeks from today and the only liquid diet I've heard about from my surgeon is the 2 weeks AFTER the surgery. I know that there isn't one uniform plan that everyone follows, but what is the benefit for being on liquids before the op? Maybe it's something I should do for myself even if he didn't require me to? Tho I don't know that I could last weeks and weeks on Clear Liquids - the 2 weeks post-op now seems like forever. Advice?

I was told not to diet. But, for myself I fasted 48 prior to surgery. Fresh veggie juice day 1 and Water day 2.

I think I didn't have to diet because my BMI was low.

But, I can also say I am feeling great with no complications!

Go with yuor gut. Good luck!

[formerfatchick 1]

Hello all you October bandsters ! Just wanted to congratulae you all on taking the best step you could ever take ! Yes it can be a scary process the whole surgery thing and yes the first week is hard with the gas and uncomfortable feeling but I can tell you that 10 weeks out you fill feel AWESOME !! To see the pounds come off and finally feel like you are in control of your eating not a victim to it is the most incredible feeling in the world...in a couple of weeks you will be so happy you took this step. Please feel free to ask any questions (mrscutecuban@gmail.com) and I will gladly help out however I can.

[Danyett 0]

Hello all you October bandsters ! Just wanted to congratulae you all on taking the best step you could ever take ! Yes it can be a scary process the whole surgery thing and yes the first week is hard with the gas and uncomfortable feeling but I can tell you that 10 weeks out you fill feel AWESOME !! To see the pounds come off and finally feel like you are in control of your eating not a victim to it is the most incredible feeling in the world...in a couple of weeks you will be so happy you took this step. Please feel free to ask any questions (mrscutecuban@gmail.com) and I will gladly help out however I can.

thanks for saying this. I really needed to hear it this morning!

[lisaasil9 3]

Hi!! I was banded on 10/14/09. So far so good but this liquid diet is killimg me!! im so ready for solid food. Not even bad for me food I just want to chew;-)

[BOB M. 0]

Just got home from getting banded in Mexico. Went to Dr. Corvola. Everything went great drinking Clear Liquids just fine but I am sore, I hope I have a successful experiance like some of the others have had on this site. Looking forward to talking with all of you.

Bob M.:closedeyes:

[endlessdreams_x 0]

Surgery tmrw!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :thumbup: YAY

[Tory09 1]

Hi Everyone! I was banded on 10/22 and although I am a little sore I am doing well. I was able to spend the night in the hospital and went home the next afternoon. My doc did have to repair a severe hiatal hernia too. I am going to go back to work tomorrow for a half day. Take care everyone :cryin::wink2:

[aghealthy 15]

Hi Everyone

I had surgery on October 22nd and a little sore, hungry every two hours but so far so good. I am looking forward to keeping up with this forumn to get support and track progress. I had my surgery in Illinois with the Kane Center & Alexian Brothers. My surgeon was Dr Rantis. I started out at 246 and my goal weight is 140 :cursing:

[heidelfinc 0]

I had my surgery in Mexico 10/16, and i am feeling pretty good. I have had some reflux, which is a little scary, but I think it is from drinking too much at a time...

[MeMe* 0]

My date is Friday 16th October in Belgium - very nervous but cant wait to start a new healthier slimmer life!!:redface:

we have the same band day! how are you doing now?/ got my first fill yesterday, and have lost 42 pounds including the 20 on pre diet!