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Blog 93350

A blog by Mrs. Stevenson in General

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A weight loss surgery blog by Mrs. Stevenson on BariatricPal. 19 entries on surgery, recovery and progress.

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Lap Band Life Changes and Pregnant

It's been a year since I've been on this website, well so much has happened over this past year and I have so much to talk about. Well my last post was about my band being taken out, well thank God that didn't happen and since then I was able to get more fills. My band is a size 14 CC and I am filled to 10 1/2 cc's; I had not had a fill since then because I am pretty tight. The unfortunate thing is, although my band is tight; I have not lost much weight. I lost a total of maybe 50 pounds and mai

Back in for Surgery after 4 months with the Band...

I am so upset and sick to my stomach from the news I received today. I was scheduled for my fourth fill today. My doctor was having trouble finding my port and he couldn't understand why when he hadn't had problems before. He stuck me four times before deciding that I go to fluoroscopy (some sort of live x-raying machine) so he can see my port. Even under the X-ray machine he was having trouble with adjusting my port. It was the most painful experience since getting my monthly fills. After I tol

Changes I Can't See...

I have not purchased clothes in about 4 years because, I struggle the sizes and get severely depressed when I go to stores so I try not to go to them as much. I decided to go to Avenue's to see their fall collection today; I wanted to see if I had made any progress with my weight loss because I still look the same. Now, usually I would fit in a size 30 or 32 but for some reason I wanted to try a smaller size. I tried on a size 26 pair of jeans, they fit snug but I can button them without issues.

6cc's in a 14cc Band

Today I received my second fill, I can't believe how easy and fast it went this time. Although I had to have it in Radiology he had no problems at all; infact he told me that he really didn't have to use it because he was able to feel the port without problems (see previous blog for explanation). I haven't lost much weight from my first fill but hopefully this will make a difference.

I Can't Shake this Weight!!

I am going through some serious depression right now. No matter what I do, I can't get this weight down. I had my surgery on June 28th and my first fill on August 5th. I have a 14cc band (the biggest band) but was only given 4.5cc's.   I work out three times a week (high impact aerobics), I measure what I eat and keep up with my calories by using this calorie counter website. I haven't lost a pound, infact I am were I am right after my 10 day fast. I don't know what to do at this moment; I s

I have the largest band and not enough fill

I spoke to my nutritonist on Thursday to receive some pointers and encouragement. She really helped me out and gave me that boost that I needed. So, when I was speaking to her, I asked her if she knew what size my band was because although I received 4.5cc's I didn't feel that it was enough. She told me I have the largest band which is the one they use on men which holds 14 maybe 15cc's. (A woman’s band is usually 10cc’s) I was kind of shock to hear that my band was bigger but she explained

I'm concerned....

I had my first fill last week and I feel restriction but I have notice that my weight hasn’t changed in fact I have put on 3 pounds. I am eating right and doing the right things but to no avail. I think I'm going to call my nutritionist and see if she can offer me help or give me some pointers.  

Just got my first fill....4.5 CC's... YAY!!!

Today I finally got my first fill; it was somewhat successful but not without a hitch. I had to go to radiology so my doctor can find my port without incident like the last time. So anyway even with the X-ray it still took him 3 tries to find the port. It did not hurt at all, just felt weird when he was entering the port. The first time he entered, of course with the X-ray he was having a few issues entering the port so he had to try again but the machine was in the way of the needle so he

First fill was a complete failure

I woke up this morning very excited about my first fill. I spoke to my nutritionist and finally my doctor came in to give me the fill. My doctor had this very long and thick needle that was so scary looking but I knew I could handle it because I figure that I've gotten this far, how bad could it be. So the doctor asked me lie on the the bed and lift my head and feet at the same time while he tries to find my port. He finally, after a few minutes found it and proceeded to insert the needle in

Almost my 1 month Post op anniversary and nothing

I got my band on the 28th of June and of course in the first week or two I lost weight, but once I started healing and was able to eat a little normal than I began to gain some of the weight back but I have sustained since.   Anyway, so for the past few weeks I have been having this pain where my band is and I've been experiencing major gas in the upper part of my belly. Also, I've been eating and it's crazy because I would take maybe 3 bites of something and feel full... I'm not sure if I su

I want to cry sometimes....

It is soo funny to hear from people who haven't seen me in a while to say, wow, you've lost weight. It's crazy because I have not been seeing many changes except for my upper body because the scale says something totally different. I still work out, I watch what I eat and listen to my band although it is not filled yet. I just can't wait to have my fill because I feel that will give me the boost that I need.   So anyway, I took a trip to Baltimore, MD last weekend and had a great time. I did

2 week post op milestone?

I am 2 week post op and finally I was able to see my doctor and dietition today. When I was told to get on the scale I was hoping for good numbers but to my dismay I had put on weight. I weighed myself on day 6 post op and at that time I weighed 368, which mean that I was down from the date of surgery 20 plus pounds. The nurse told me I was at 375, I really wanted to cry but when the doctor came in to talk to me, he informed me that gaining a little weight after I’ve healed is normal. That made

I know it?s soon but it?s time for a fill?

I was banded 7 days ago and so far have lost about 15 pounds. I would probably say I’m about 85% healed and so far I’ve been doing very well but I’m kind of scared again because I notice that I am able to handle solid foods or eat more liquids like today I cooked my husband a small meal of BBQ chicken that was baked in the oven, Mac & Cheese and bake beans. I was so tempted that I tasted it. I had a little over a quarter cup of each and a very small chicken drum stick and scarily it went do

Day 3 post Op...

It is day 3 and I have already dropped 9 pounds. I'm still swollen, but things are getting much better.   Did anyone have swollen hands or arms from the needles? OMG, I have the smallest and worst veins in the world and my hands and arms are like a pin cushion, full of needle holes and supper fat. I've been putting bagged ice on them to get rid of the swelling but they are in so much pain I just can't stand it. Over the course of the 24 hours I was in the hospital I encountered about 12 diffe

Day 1 Post Op...

Went into the hospital on June 28th, the surgery took longer than expected because my doctor nicked my gall bladder and of course I was bleeding so the doctor had to take care of that.   I'm still a little sore but I'm happy. I'm scared to have liquids because when I have a sip of something I'm not sure if I'm full or if it's just soreness. Have'nt experience nausea or major illness. I overall I'm doing okay.

These will be a few of my favorite things...

Short skirts, bikinies, beach vacations, roller coasters, being able to fit confortable in an airplane seat, more flights, bicycling, running, jogging, confidence, more fun in life, shopping, shopping, shopping, hanging out with friends, lots of energy, fun with the hubby, looking sexier, more pictures of me instead of others, more time in the gym, having more time and physical activities with my daughter, learning a new hobby and swimming... These will be a few of my favorite things!!   What

24 hours before the surgery and I gained weight

This is rediculous, my surgery is in 15 hours... I stepped on the scale and noticed that I have put on 6 pounds. Yes, I cheated on Friday by having a sub and on Saturday a salad from Longhorn Steakhoues but I've been working out, really hard. I just can't believe it, I's ashamed and embarrassed to see my doctor tomorrow. This is why I need the surgery so bad.

I'm getting banded...yaaayyy!!!

I can't believe it, it has been a little over 6 months of working hard to lose this weight, following doctor's orders, testing and waiting for this very important moment. OMG, I will be getting banded on Monday, June 28th.   I am somewhat nervous but I know I can do this. My husband is very nervous and scared because I'm his rock but I told him that this is for us and we will get through this.   Wish me luck!

I can't wait...

On Friday I went for a lot of testing. I had the Esophageal Manonentry, UGI, and blood testing...It was all horrible but I got through it. I start my fast on the June 7th and I am scared but I'm sure I can do it. If 50 cent lost 54 pounds in 9 weeks on a liquid fast than I am sure I can do it for 2.

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