December Bandsters 2009

[garden-nut 0]

December 2 was the day! After the ordeal of the past couple of weeks (incorrect EKG that reported a major heart attack and waiting a week to get results of thallium stress test!) I was totally in the groove and ready to go. No nerves. Post-op I never had any really significant pain, just discomfort from the gas collected in my shoulders, bad sore throat, and for a couple of days, ouchey around the 5 laparascopic incisions. I got 4 injections of heparin (to prevent clot formation) so the lap sites oozed blood for a couple of days. Now on day 4 I'm feeling good except for being tired. My cream of wheat, runny oatmeal and other delicacies have gone down well. I'm doing laps around the house to help with gas dispersion. It really is like so many people have said; the gas is the worst part. It's great to be over this hurdle and look forward to dropping lots of flab. CAN'T wait till I can start getting rid of my fat clothes. I also noticed that my blood pressure has already fell 15 points (lost 16 lbs. on Optifast). It's all good!!

[KarynA 0]

Kayrna, are you having a lot of pressure, like sever reflux? Are you able to drink alll the liquids you need?

Terri

Hi Terri, There's a lot of pressure, yes. It feels like someone's pushing on my front AND back. I keep taking deep breaths in now that it's a little more comfortable to breathe deeply - its still not easy to breathe. I can drink fluids - in small sips. I've had Water, crystal lite and Decaf coffee. Mmm loving the warm coffee. I'm up and dressed and pulling-out Christmas decorations. But I am starting to feel a little nauseous (burping and such...? Today's supposed to be a difficult day but it's okay so far. I keep reminding myself that I was in surgery yesterday.

Hang in there - it gets better,

Karyn

[michelleisaac 0]

congrats t all who have been banded... I am doing good just feeling really tired on day 3 out... Might have a nap again... Take care...

[dmdsanchez 0]

Ok I had my surgey last Wednesday it was bumped a day before because Doc had to leave that Thursday. No complications dont remember a thing recup time was good. Have not had pain at all just a bit of discomfort on shoulder and neck due to gas from lap procedure. Now stomach gas (burping) is driving me crazy Gas-X not helping any sugestions will be welcomed. Bought Wii Fit very cool would recommend it it really works with you. Will keep u guys posted on progress. Good luck to everyone God Bless and Merry Christmas!!!!

[RandaPanda 0]

Hi everyone!... I'm back and I'm BANDED!

CONGRATS!!!:w00t: Glad everything went well, and hope the recovery process is a fast one for ya!

[great expectations 0]

Congrats to all who have their bands in place. My date is approaching, 12/21 and I go for EGD on Monday-to make sure no hernia. I think that I will start my pre op diet then. I only have to do a 7 day but if I can try for 14 even better. I was given the option of slim fast or sugar free carnation instant Breakfast. Since I have just heard about the slim fast :w00t:-Carnataion it is! I can hardly wait...I'm so excited!!! :tongue2:

[Fanny Adams 7]

To all the December 2009 Bandits, from a December 2007 Bandit:

Congratulations on making what will turn out to be the best decision of your life! Be proud of yourselves for having the courage to choose to regain your life. Good luck with everything in the future and welcome to the start of a healthier life!

Best regards

Fanny

PS: If anyone wants to ask questions, etc, feel free to PM me.

[ocracoke 0]

Hello everyone,

This is my first post.

My surgery is set for 12/30/09 so I barley fall into the Dec bandsters category & I can't wait. I'm a little bit unsure of the liquid diet through Christmas however. It may be tough but I told my wife I would lock myself in the bedroom while everyone else eats.

I meet with the nutritionist Monday to find out what is expected & allowed. I started with the seminar back in April ~ denied by insurance:mad2:. Started 6 month Dr. supervised weight loss program in May ~ gained 8lbs. Re-applied to insurance co. and received approval on Dec. 2nd. Surgeons office set banding date for this Dec 30 :w00t:.

Looking forward to adding many years to my life.

Starting weight:307

Goal weight:192

[1SkinnyChick 0]

Ok I had my surgey last Wednesday it was bumped a day before because Doc had to leave that Thursday. No complications dont remember a thing recup time was good. Have not had pain at all just a bit of discomfort on shoulder and neck due to gas from lap procedure. Now stomach gas (burping) is driving me crazy Gas-X not helping any sugestions will be welcomed. Bought Wii Fit very cool would recommend it it really works with you. Will keep u guys posted on progress. Good luck to everyone God Bless and Merry Christmas!!!!

i love my wii fit. lost 40 pounds with that sucker and strict Protein and veggies diet. gained it all back. thank good ness for my band! can't wait to be cleared back to workout on the wii. i asked santa for the wii fit plus and the pink accessories. i've been a good girl. i should get it.

[mommaqueen 0]

i'm tentatively scheduled for dec. 28th. waiting for confirmation from doc and hospital. congrats to all who has been banded this month. :w00t:

[cent 0]

Hi everyone I got my band Friday whem it snowing!It was nothing like I have read no gas pain the other ladys did have been drinking warm tea for throat pain and my sister got me Halls Breezers for throat irritations they help with dry mouth By for now

[HappyMe2009 0]

Hi everyone!... I'm back and I'm BANDED! My appt. was at noon (pst) yesterday and I was back home by around 5 pm. Everything went fine and everyone at the srgi-center was great. It felt like I was surrounded by family. I woke-up from surgery feeling pressure in the soloplex area and I didn't feel like I could inhale deeply (which is normal, I guess). This morning, I'm a little sore at the incision sites, but that's about it. The doctor said today might be a little rougher cause all the good medicine will be out of my system.

Anyway, I just wanted to check-in with you and let you know that it went well. Thank you for the thoughts and prayers.

CONGRATULATIONS on your successful surgery! Glad to hear you're doing well! :w00t:

[ocracoke 0]

Hi Terri, There's a lot of pressure, yes. It feels like someone's pushing on my front AND back. I keep taking deep breaths in now that it's a little more comfortable to breathe deeply - its still not easy to breathe. I can drink fluids - in small sips. I've had Water, crystal lite and Decaf coffee. Mmm loving the warm coffee. I'm up and dressed and pulling-out Christmas decorations. But I am starting to feel a little nauseous (burping and such...? Today's supposed to be a difficult day but it's okay so far. I keep reminding myself that I was in surgery yesterday.

Hang in there - it gets better,

Karyn

Congrats, Sounds like you are doing good. Best of luck. Love your blog site & the snow.

[alilash 0]

my doc said that i could not use slim fast. it was never an option. i have bought some Unjury but have not even tried it yet....maybe everyone should list their favorites so we can have options to choose from. i am going to go on line and see if i can find Optifast but i doubt it. I figured out my ticker tape....yeah!

My doctors office gave me samples of a Protein Shake called Chike, I tried all 5 flavors and to be honest...I liked them all. I ended up ordering some of the banana & orange, just because I can pick up choc, strawberry & vanilla in other brands in the store for a change if I need to. They have a sample pack online you can order and only pay shipping. I highly recommend trying them, I never thought I would really like a Protein shake, but have been drinking them for breakfast for over a month now just because I like them :thumbup:

The orange flavor taste like an orange dream cycle :tongue2::w00t:

Chike Nutrition - Best Tasting Meal Replacement Shake. Guaranteed. Pour, Shake, Drink & Go!

I hope this helps! Good luck!!

[kimr55760 0]

Ok, countdown! I can't "eat" anything after midnight and Clear Liquids only until 10am. My surgery will be at 2pm tomorrow. I'm starting to get nervous and am scouring these boards for what I can expect post-op. I'm happy to have found you all!