December Delights 2009

[Pam92 0]

Oh dear! At least you were in the right place and are back on the road to recovery. Hope you are feeling ok, look forward to hearing from you :mad2:

I had my surgery on the 9th of Dec. It went pretty good. My liver was bigger because of my obesity. But it was done anyway. I have not had any gas pains, been eating Jello and had some Protein Shake today. Wasn't very tasty. I will have to get some milk and try mixing with it.

I am sore and it is hard to get up and down, but it is just sore not painful. I am surprised!:w00t:

I wish all the ones who have had surgery and the ones who are scheduled the best of luck! :thumbup:

[tdtucker 0]

You are so right Austro about the coughing and pain meds. I was banded on Wednesday. On Friday I developed a nasty cough. I finally called the on call surgeon, who happened to be my surgeon, today and he said to take my pain meds that there is codeine in it and this is a cough suppressant. Apparently I had a really bad hital hernia and the work that was done to repair it aggrevated my diapragm(sp?) and it is causing me to cough. Who would have thought the pain meds which I didn't feel like I needed would actually turn out to be my savior?

[KarynA 0]

Just checking-in on y'all.. . Congrats bounser and sarahnoh! I was feeling-up to ANYTHING< let alone posting until a few days after my surgery, so you guys are doing great. I am now on my ninth day post-op and, aside from residual soreness where my port incision is, I feel fine. Right now, I'm trying to get through all those Boost, Special K and other Protein Drinks I had bought for this week (full liquids) in preparation for the next stages (mushies and real food). I've lost 18 pounds to date and am stoked about my decision to do this. I'm still working on sipping/swallowing properly, as I've been a gulper my entire life. And I'm trying to remember to take my Vitamins in the morning (important) and get plenty of fluids down. I'm so busy now at work and preaparing for the holiday, that I'm getting plenty of exercise in. Take care everyone.

Illuminationlady, I know your day is coming.... and my thoughts are with you!

[bounser 0]

Well I had my surgery on Friday woke up in icu with about 8 doctors around me I guess I didn't do well with my anestelogist they told me my nodules in my lungs were not turning back to oxygen so they had to keep me overnight. Well I got home yesterday around 4 pm and was in alot of pain. I laid down in my bed and went to sleep. woke up with the heaves. I'm doing alittle better today. I have gas and my belly is sore. I have been walking around and it does help. All in All I'm doing ok and happy to be on the other side.:thumbup:

[Veronda 30]

Okay, it's my fifth day post-op, and I'm feeling pretty good! I still haven't been drinking enough fluids. My nausea has mostly resolved...now I'm having trouble distinguishing between nausea and gas, but I think it's mostly gas. I can't really burp, either. My insides are still making LOTS of noises all day, though they've quieted a little bit. Even though I'm taking pain meds about four to five times daily (to prevent pain...I haven't been in much actual pain), I've been able to stay awake all day and only sleep at night. For the past two days I've been able to get out of the house for about three hours at a time without problems. I'm on the lucky side because I've been reading about those of you who have been so tired...I'm so sorry for that! On the other hand, it's making me worry that I'm not experiencing the norm and that the band won't work for me! Oh, me and my worries with no fact behind them. I always say that worrying keeps me on my toes and doing what I need to be doing.

I've been averaging about 300 to 400 calories a day. Typically I've had one Protein Shake throughout the day plus a cup of broth-y Soup (I've been mixing chicken broth with V8 and a scoop of unflavored Protein Powder and microwaving until warm) and a snack-pack of pudding. I have a hard time drinking between, though. I probably could drink more, but I'm afraid of overdoing it.

I just discovered Fage Total 2% Greek yogurt, and it's amazing...I highly recommend looking for it. I found it in a small market called Earth Fare geared more to healthy living (like Whole Foods but not as fancy); I can't recall seeing it at regular stores. I know Trader Joe's and most likely Whole Foods also have it. Anyway, it's 130 calories for a 7oz cup with 17 (!!!!!!) grams of Protein. There is not another yogurt that can compare with the protein content!! I tried it plain and it was good enough, but I did mix in some organic maple Syrup to sweeten it...it raises the caloric content, but my goal is to make it back to eating it plain. I was able to eat half the container before putting it away for later. I think it's a great alternative to the Protein Shakes because I have a hard time with them since they all taste funny to me. I wanted to share that with you in case you hadn't heard about it yet.

I go back to work on Wednesday, which I'm nervous about. My time off is going waaaay too quickly, even though I'm not doing anything! Why is that?! I've lost 25.8 pounds since my pre-op diet started on 11/24, so it's a good motivator. Good luck to everyone getting their shot next.

[realtruelady 0]

Today is Day 7 post op for me. Since taking my pain meds like I should, everything has been going great. Today I actually felt hunger when my mother walked past me with a plate of lasagna:drool:. Made me wonder if I could handle something a lil more than Jello and broth like some cream of wheat or a liquified Soup. I will prolly try the soup today. Make it real "soupy" lol.

Glad everyone are doing better!!!!

[illuminationlady 7]

Yes, my day is coming!!! Wed., the 16th is my day! Three more sleeps and I'll be banded! Can't wait to join all of you.

A tip for the Greek Yogart is to dribble honey on top. Yes, it adds calories but sweetens it up naturally. Try it out. It's delicious!!! Need to go and buy some tomorrow.

[homewith2 0]

Well I had my surgery on Friday woke up in icu with about 8 doctors around me I guess I didn't do well with my anestelogist they told me my nodules in my lungs were not turning back to oxygen so they had to keep me overnight. Well I got home yesterday around 4 pm and was in alot of pain. I laid down in my bed and went to sleep. woke up with the heaves. I'm doing alittle better today. I have gas and my belly is sore. I have been walking around and it does help. All in All I'm doing ok and happy to be on the other side.:willy_nilly:

Yes, my day is coming!!! Wed., the 16th is my day! Three more sleeps and I'll be banded! Can't wait to join all of you.

A tip for the Greek Yogart is to dribble honey on top. Yes, it adds calories but sweetens it up naturally. Try it out. It's delicious!!! Need to go and buy some tomorrow.

Bounser,

That sounds scarry. I'm glad you are home and will be thinking of you over the next couple days. It gets better fast!

Illuminationlady,

Been thinking of you. Good luck. I know you have been very anxious for "your" day!

[saranoh 0]

Teresa (bounser),

So glad you are feeling better! That must have been a scary experience. Here is the crazy thing - we were banded on the same day by the same surgeon :willy_nilly: What time was yours? Mine was scheduled for 8:45 but ended up being around 10:15 if I'm remembering correctly. What if we were right after one another....

[great expectations 0]

Illuminatonlady-you and I are scheduled to be banded on the same day...Wed 16th. I am getting so excited I can hardly stand it. God has truly been helping me with this pre op diet. I only had a week to do just 3-4 carnation instant Breakfast and I have been sticking to it, despite the fact that I have still had to prepare regular meals for my family. I am just so determined to make this work. Just think, as you said....3 more sleeps and we will be banded! YA HOO!!!

[illuminationlady 7]

Thanks to all for your well wishes and good thoughts. I am very anxious these days and just have 3 sleeps left. Oh! my I've said that already!!! I am dutifully preparing for my surgery and my husband is getting on board now. He is being more and more supportive as the big day draws near.

Has anybody heard anything more about SlimFast? When will they by restocking the shelves. My doc prefers their Meal Replacement shake.< /p>

[tmaiello 0]

Hi All,

I am new to the board and have just had my surgery on 12/3. I left the hospital the next morning due to insurance regs...(Medicare! Wow, I didn't believe that they wanted me to stay overnight when the surgeon and nurse said I could go home the same day!). I'm on a 3 week liquid diet 3-4 bottle of Protein Drink a day, Water, Decaf coffee, tea, broths, sugar free ice pops and watered down juices. Everything was fine when I left and all seems well now. I am a little chilly at times during the day, a little sluggush now and then, but overall, feel as if I wished I did this 10 years ago!

I left the hospital 12/4 @ 314 lbs and was 295 this morning...I didn't have to go on liquids before the surgery and only was on a low fat diet the week before to help shrink the liver.

I wish the best of luck to my fellow bandsters and hope that we all stay well! I'll keep updating as I go along and hopefully won't have too many problems!:willy_nilly:

Anthony

Edited December 14, 2009 by tmaiello
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[michelleisaac 0]

I need to look into that greek yogurt... They must have that up here in canada... Anyone know????

[TinaM 0]

TRaders Joes has a greek yogurt with that is honey flavored and DELICOIUS!

Yes, my day is coming!!! Wed., the 16th is my day! Three more sleeps and I'll be banded! Can't wait to join all of you.

A tip for the Greek Yogart is to dribble honey on top. Yes, it adds calories but sweetens it up naturally. Try it out. It's delicious!!! Need to go and buy some tomorrow.

[illuminationlady 7]

Thanks for that tip! I'm headed out now and will hit up TJs last on my stop!!