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9.5 weeks and 42lbs...the 16 work pants (and at least one pair of jeans) have been resurrected from the closet!

Well yesterday was my big day. My doctor Dr. Lee and his staff at the Southern Minnesota Surgical center Rock!!!! Went to hospital at 8:30am went back to the OR at 9:40 Was back in my room waking up at 11:00. I seriously had no pain. I did have a bit of shoulder pain from the gas. But my nurse got hotpacks on my shoulder and it was gone in about an hour. at 11;30 I asked to get up and go to the bathroom and take a little walk down the hall. At 1;00 did the same thing I was in the car and home by 3:30. I did have a dose of Loratab elixer before I left the hospital but really no pain. Today I have a bit of what feels like a sore muscle wear my port is. Bee…

Found this app on my phone the other day and knew I had to download it... I started my journey to a healthier me back in January... As of last Wednesday I am @ my commitment weight.. down 30lbs and eagerly looking forward to meeting with my surgeon on August 8,2012.... I have to attend a lifestyles class prior to my surgery.. has anyone else had to go to one of these classes? Any advice anyone can offer about surgery and recovery would be great... Any tips to help after surgery ect.... Sent from my ANDROID RHYME using RNYTalk

I'm new to this site and I am extremely excited that I'm scheduled for my lap band surgery this tuesday on the 31st I'm a little nervous but I know its gonna b okay

I'm new to this site and I am extremely excited that I'm scheduled for my lap band surgery this tuesday on the 31st I'm a little nervous but I know its gonna b okay

Hey everyone!! I am 5 days post op and doing well so far. I have to admit it was a little rougher than I had expected! I know several people who have gotten it done and they acted like it was nothing to it! I was in a lot of pain even from the time my eyes opened...I felt like a elephant was sitting on my chest and I couldn't breathe. My back hurt pretty bad too but I think that was just from laying on the hard table in the OR. I got out of bed immediately bc my back was hurting so bad. I started walking right away and as I started walking I started to feel better. The next few days were miserable. I wouldn't say painful..just miserable! I could not get comfortable…

Hi all! I have met another little milestone here at the beginning of my journey. I went to my PCP yesterday, prepared to defend my decision to have WLS, but it turns out that I didn't have to! She totally agrees with me, after discussing my family history and my own history of yo-yo dieting. She said she would refer me right then if it weren't for all the hoops we have to jump through for the insurance company. So my 6-month medically supervised diet starts today! One step closer to my goal - a healthier, thinner me!

Today I just got approved with my insurance as of right now date schedule for my sleeve is July 17th, they have me pencil in because of my busy schedule, but I hope that I get to keep the date. I'm so anxious!!!!! But scared at the same time.

I'm almost 2 weeks out and my stomach is itching like crazy I showered today and scrub all the stuff left over I still have some sutures and bandaids which I changed and nothing seems to work i used lotions thinking it may be dry skin but not the problem so if anyone else has this issue after surgery plz get back cause I'm scratching myself crazy

I'm in the first stages of this. I'm getting all my tests done on wednesday. Then one they get those back they will give me a date. My wife is having the lap and on aug 7th. I think this will be a great place to get information and help.

Hello my name Lanee and I hope to be have surgery within the next two months. I have submitted my application to Duke Weight loss surgery center. I am getting ready to turn 50 and I want a new lease on life.

Im not band yet in til october but trying to drink shakes and water but its so hard so should just eat my regular foods til I get my band

I am 8 days post op and feel pretty good. I am on the puréed food stage. I have been reading the forums on here and about the leaks. I am know really freaked out about getting a leak. Are leaks common? What is the best way to avoid one? Please help me calm down about this.

Good Morning! I am new to BCBS process of approval. Please share your approval stories and.how long it took? Did you have to do 6 months diet?

Hello everyone, Im new to the group and havent had a chance to post a picture yet. I was recently scheduled for surgery on 7-31-2012 but postponed due to changing hospital facilities, so now im waiting for new surgery date. Im really nervous but excited at the same time. Hopefully this will help with my diabetes. look forward to sharing my journey, fears and excitement with everyone and look forward to chating with you all. Peace and Blessings

Went to doctor for last visit befor surgery on August 1 said he had training to do on that day so if ok they wanted to move my surgery up 2 days to July 30 I'm ready stat my liquid diet Wednesday yumm can't wait. All is good did my bucket list of food said good by to what made me fat and am ready for the life Chang

I had my sleeve done July 12, 2012 and I've pretty much been in the hospital ever since. I'm unable to keep down liquids and the Dr is saying my stomach is still swollen too tight. I'm being sent home today with steroids and antacids via picc line IV. Docs are saying the swelling should go down with the steroids as they are trying to avoid going back to do a revision surgery (rny). Has anyone experienced this? I'm just praying the swelling will go down and I can at least get liquids down. I'll be seeing my Dr in his office next Tuesday July 31st and the hope is the swelling would've gone down where they can do an edg with dilation or even better won't have to do a scope a…

Day 5 post op.. Had my 1st BM today.. It consisted of a lot of brown "pieces" but there was no odor.. But l do feel great inside.. Just wondering about everybody else snd their 1st BM.. Was it similar??

Went to my consult on yesterday all went well my advocate was great next apt. I'll do labs,sleep study, Ekg ,

I was wondering how painful is it after surgery??? Im also suppose to have my gallbladder removed at the same time.... can anyone give me some info?? Sent from my HTC Glacier using LapBandTalk

Six months ago I started the process to have bariatric surgery. At 388 lbs. I knew I had to do something to save my life so I started following the South Beach diet as directed by my Dr. and excerising. My goal was to lose some weight (10 to 15 lbs.) and have gastric bypass done to help me with the rest of the weight. I have surpassed that goal and have lost 80 lbs. so far (yay me!!) On July 11th I finally had a meeting with a surgeon and have decided to have the Gastric Sleeve done to help as a tool with the rest of my weight loss. I was given a surgery date of August 24th and am very excited to start this next step of my journey. I am setting a goal of 200 lbs. for…

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Hi everyone! I'm Rachel, I'm 29 years old and I am looking forward to my first surgical consult visit on 8/2. I'm so excited and nervous and anxious and basically, you name the emotion and I'm feeling it. I have struggled with my weight forever... diet after diet, workout after workout, three kids and 300 pounds later, here I am. I was getting to a point where I felt totally and completely helpless over my weight. I would step on the scale and think... when did this happen? How did I let myself get here? I don't want to believe that those numbers represent who I am and how people see me. It is truly depressing and I don't want to live like that anymore! I am s…

Hi I am starting the process with Kaiser and am very confused at how and why they do things anyone have any suggestions? Thanks for the input and guidance! Mamato2

Hi all, I had my surgery july 16th. I have lost 5 pounds the first week. I am feeling good and strong. I joined this group to see what others are experiencing, anto see a little of what I can expect.

Hello all! My name is Christina and I am from northern California. I am just starting my process of trying to get the lap band. I have my class scheduled in July and excited to see where things go from here. I'm currently 5'1" and weight 225lbs. I know I need to lose 10% of my body weight before getting the surgery but I have no idea what to expect in this class. I'm going through Kaiser... anyone use Kaiser? Let me know your experience. Any tips and suggestions are welcome! I'm looking forward to reading success stories and tips on anything and everything.

I'm a rookie, just decided a couple of months ago that I am interested in getting the surgery after batteling with weight most of my adult life. My biggest motivator is my mom, she had the surgery about 11 years ago. She weighed about 250 at the time, she's 5'2. About a year out of the surgery she went down to 130, she looked great. She now fluctuates between 140-150, but still looks great. Her type two diabetes is well managed still, she no longer takes/needs the meds and sleep apnea gone. So the fact that she has been so successful with this surgery is very encouraging. I hope her story encourages some others on here as well, when looking at the long term impacts of the…

surgery June 2010 starting weight 298, current weight 150 Have been up to 165 but had surgery 6 weeks ago and back to 150 Diagnosed with breast cancer april 2011, early stage so great outlook, think the weight loss surgery saved me. I don't think I would have felt the lump had I still been overweight. double masectomy June 2011 diagnosed Mutated BCR1 gene (greater chance of cancer) because of this decided to have hysterectomy and ovaries removed 6 weeks ago. due to surgery forced into instant menopause (yikes!) What I can and can't eat I am not one of the lucky ones who can eat anything but in small portions, a lot of food makes me sick and causes me to v…

Can anyone else feel there band. I notice after i have my liquids i can feel my band get tighter. Plus i can actually feel it through my stomach. It gets hard there like a baby's butt pushing when your pregnant. Is this normal. It doesn't hurt just feel pressure. It's kinda cool actually. And i can feel my port now. I still have cushin now what is it going to be like when i do get skinny.

First thing I want to say is, the surgery is not for the faint of heart. I've had 2 c-sections, and gallbladder removal surgery so I kind of knew what I was getting in to. If you've never had surgery just be prepared, there is quite a bit of pain in your abdomen, and the worst is geting up out of the bed every time you go to the restroom, which is very frequently since they are giving you fluids through an IV. So, put on your Brave face and tackle it head on, you can do this!! I arrived at the hospital Wednesday at 5:30am and things started happening very quickly. I got called back, changed into gown, and people started coming in, anesthesia team, nurses, and surgeon. T…

Hello, Tomorrow is my 3 month Surgiversary. Just wanted to give an update as to my progress. I was sleeved 4-24-12 by Dr. Kwon of Tri-State Bariatrics in Middletown, NY at Bon Secour Hospital in Port Jervis NY. Starting Weight: 375 Starting BMI: 62.4 (super obese...) Starting Clothing Size: 34/36 Surgery Day Weight: 370 Surgery Day BMI: 62.4 Current Weight: 288.8 Current BMI: 48 (morbidly obese...yay!) Current Clothing Size: 28 Weight Lost: 86.2 BMI Change: 14.4 Things I can do now that I wasn't able to do before: Walk, walk without back pain, tie my shoes, cleanse myself properly after the bathroom without any struggle at all,…

Thursday is the big day. July 26,2012. It seemed like it's taking forever. I'm excited and scared all at the same time. But i know this is the right thing for me. I've read were a lot of people had to do a liquid diet 10 days before. I only have to do liquid the day before my surgery. Let you know how it goes.

i uploaded before and after pics to my gallery! check them out. started at 273lbs. size 18-20 in stretch jeans. had surgery on dec 20, 2011. diagnosed with leak at 5wks postop. now weigh 176lbs. size 8-10 in stretch jeans. short term goal: 165lbs by aug 26th (my birthday) long term goal: 145lbs EDIT: ive decided to push for 155lbs for my birthday! & a long term goal of 145- 135lbs. i never thought id want to lose so much but hey! it is what it is! i started the gym on july 6th for the first time since having surgery! i have a goal to reach people!!!

I must admit - I am in a funk; tired of some of the foods I eat - actually I feel exhausted by food alone. Tired of thinking about what I should eat, how it will affect my now fragile stomach. I am exhausted from concern of how much weight I have lost - or if I will gain in back -weary about what will and will not fit and should I sell it or give it away. I have shopped in every store in the area for new cuter clothes; I am bored with them all. This is the one place I feel safe in letting these feelings go and I know soon I will feel better and get back to the contentment of my new much healthier life - but today; I want to eat a big meal with my friends again, …

Just wondering if this surgery requires an ng (naso gastric tube) If so, when was it placed and when did it come out??

Hey my name is Ashley and I'm new here like a good amount of others in this thread. I want to get lap band surgery but I am just at a loss where to even start. I attended a meeting for people who would like the know more about the surgery with my mother (who had gastric bipass about 10 years ago with huge success) but I just feel at a complete loss on how to go about getting this going in the right direction. I'm 23 and weigh 400 pounds. It is taking a toll on me and I finally have come to accept that all the pains I am feeling now are because of my weight, and they'll only get worse in time if I don't act now! I wasn't always overweight. I was a very energetic, athle…

I got my hair chopped off today and had my best friend take some new pics of me!! I feel fantastic!!!! Having this surgerywas the absolute BEST decision I have ever made!!! I lost 17 lbs pre-op and 53 lbs since my surgery on April 16th. Who would of thought that 262 would feel and look so good??!! I am only half way to my goal!! WOHOO!!!!

Just got my dates. Pat Aug 13 and surgery Aug 29th. Excited as heck. I cant wait.

im 7months post op. ive been getting my menstral since the age of 8. im now turning 24. about 4yrs ago, i was diagnosed with pcos after not getting my period for over 7months straight. since ive gotten it, ive kept track of it ever since. since surgery, ive been getting my menstral but its never on time. either super late or too early but it does come. has anyone been 100% cured? i dont want to get on birth control. i just wish my body would do it on its own!!! heres my cycle since it disappeared for 7months & came back one day. ***the days later mean i got it on this day & it took that many days for my next one to come. (for example, june 20: 44days late…

Hi everyone! I'm new to this site and looking for encouragement. I am a 34 year old mother of 3. I recently opened a new business and truly love my life except for my weight! About 5 years ago I had a lapband. Never really had much luck there In the begining I lost around 45-50 lbs. but have since gained it all back So now my surgen has recomended the sleeve. So has anyone been in this situation? I'm excited but pretty nervous also! LoRo

I had my lap band in 2009. I lost 49 pounds and gained 20 of it back. So here I am back to get on the band wagon. My first day on the diet again. The sweet cravings are my hardest part. I have PCOS and Celiac Disease. So I have diet restrictions. Wish me luck. PLEASE send me links to progress. I need to be motivated.

I came to this forum so sure the sleeve was THE answer for me... I'm in my second month of three till my paperwork will be submitted to insurance for approval... However... As I have gone through these last two months of starting my fitness pal, talking to everyone (you all, docs, nuts, etc.), maintaining a 12-1300 calorie diet, starting to walk on the treadmill for 30 mins each day, losing 20+ lbs on my own with no real struggle I have begun to think maybe I can do this on my own without surgery... Then I waiver as I fear failure once again... I'm so tired of bouncing back and forth! I'm looking for some kind of sign, lol, of what to do...

Hey people... Just wondering... Im day 6 post op.. Liquid diet only.. It it possible for me to stretch my stomach in a bad way?? Between my protein drinks, water, juice, jello, and cream soups, l am taking in about 80-90 oz per day.. Am l hurting myself?

A week from today I get banded (finally)! I am nervous, anxious, and excited and was hoping to find a July 30th buddy. Anyone out there having band surgery next Monday?

Just wanted to take a moment to share my journey so far with those of you thinking of this surgery or starting out... 10 months ago, i weighed 150 kgs ( 330 pounds) and waited anxiously to be admitted to hospital, managed to work myself up into a right mess before surgery, much of which I now dont remember. However do remember a really cute male nurse holding my hand and trying to calm me. Next thing I know I am waking up in the ICU (protocol for my doctor) and throwing up blood (not so standard) but otherwise Ok. Spent the night in the ICU and in the morning they moved me out to another room, and got me up and walking., After that everything progressed relatively is…

Hello All! My name is Lynetta. I am 31 year old mother of 2. I had the RNY gastric bypass on 6/22/12 so far the road has been rocky and I'm still waiting for the moment I am sure will come where I will say it was all worth it or I will do it all again. Since my surgery I have been back and forth to the hospital almost every week with severe pain and dehydration being some of my previous diagnosis. A week ago I told my Dr. that I was unable to keep down any food and whatever I managed to get down came up. I was admitted to ER to find out I have an ulcer and a few days later had to have my gallbladder removed. So I have been officially home for 5 days now and just tryin…

so im on 2 week liquid diet day 4 and I couldn't do it I ate real food today has anyone else done this have I messed everything up?

It has been so sweltering hot I can't wait to get into a bathing suit next summer! Being sleeved on August 16, 2012 7am. Anyone else want to visit swim suit land?

I got surgery 3/14/12 and I only lost 22lbs so far! It's been over four months and I'm sick behind this and going into a depression because I haven't lost hardly any weight. I changed my diet before surgery and I lost ten pounds before I even began the liquid diet i'm working out and my stomach hasnt budged nor has the weight barely looking at the success of others on here im on the verge of I dont know what! It's kiling me that the weight isnt moving. I was 246 now i'm 222 Any help or advice PLEASE

Hi, everyone! My name's Erica and I am 6 days post-op. I feel pretty good. I am a married, homeschooling mom and writer. I was an average kid and a thin teenager, but things got out of whack when I had a Norplant placed just before I was married 15 years ago and I've been steadily gaining ever since. Finally, at 373 pounds and a BMI of 53.5, enough was enough. I lost 13 pounds on my pre-op diet and go back to my surgeon on Thursday to see what I've lost since last Tuesday. The post-op diet is going pretty well; I start pureed foods tomorrow. The hardest part for me, so far, has been getting enough Water, but I'm getting better.