Dreamingof139
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Cancun
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AL
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99999
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I had surgery on Thursday morning and my doctor has me on liquids that will go through a strainer for four weeks.
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Any August Sleevers?
Dreamingof139 replied to DrewzWife's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I just got my date today - August 7th. It does not seem real yet. I had a band in in 2010 and out in 2012 and have regained all of my weight so I am ready for this. I have to travel for mine, so I leave home on a Tuesday evening and return home the following Monday evening. -
I am a success...that has failed to continue
Dreamingof139 replied to Roo101769's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
If you cannot afford an in person therapist, there are several websites that offer therapy by licensed therapists for a VERY reasonable rate. Something to consider if cost is an issue that is preventing you from seeking help. -
Rockwood Bariatic- Spokane, WA
Dreamingof139 replied to naturegirl's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
The only bariatric doctor that I know of in Spokane does not have the best reputation. What is the name of this surgeon? -
DISGUSTED!! Waste of time!
Dreamingof139 replied to nipper75's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Please remember that everyone is different - if WW worked for us, we would not be considering or have had surgery. I think that the point to be taken here is that the band is not a magic fix - we are still accountable for our choices. If you get your Protein in and get an exercise program on that works for you, you will see results 99% of the time. -
And I can personally attest that Chris is WONDERFUL! He did an unfill for me a few months ago and he is an expert. So thankful to have found the New Image Clinic in Kalispell.
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May 2nd Banding and Scared
Dreamingof139 replied to May2ndbanding's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hello - yes, you are very normal to be a bit nervous! I flew home from my surgery, so I was on an airplane less than 24 hours after surgery and even had to make a connection. It was just fine. I did have my doctor give me a small fill in surgery - you may want to ask yours to do the same. Good Luck - shopping without looking at how things drape is wonderful! -
Jealousy over weight loss
Dreamingof139 replied to neenee717's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So sorry to hear that you have had to deal with this. I am six months out and have told very few people and very slowly because I was afraid of the backlash. I already have one person in my life telling me that I took the easy way out, so I figure the less people I tell, the better. I appreciated what you said about finding out who people really are to be a gift - great perspective! -
For anyone in Kalispell and the surrounding areas, I have found the most amazing follow up care. New Image Clinic, right next to the hospital does fills. I had a fill yesterday from Chris, a wonderful PA and it was the ideal situation. Quick, accurate and just a tiny pinch. Given that I live hours from any kind of care, I was just delighted to find such a great clinic and provider within a days drive of my home.
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How much do your fills cost?
Dreamingof139 replied to Day Dreamer's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
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My six month band anniversary is on the 24th of this month. I started this journey with a BMI of 34.7 and today my BMI is 26, still overweight, but getting closer to being a new healthy me. I love my band!
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Having some serious second thoughts
Dreamingof139 replied to Rainydayz's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
For me, the band has done two things. First, I was not aware of how quickly I was eating before the band. The band slows me down, because if I eat too quickly, it is uncomfortable and I sometimes burp up what I have eaten. This is an unpleasant experience, so this has modified my behavior and I tend to do that less often now. Second, diets worked, but I rebounded after and gained not just that weight back, but 20 or more pounds for good measure. Being on a diet for me is torture and cannot work permanently. With the band, I can eat anything that I want, but in a small, thin person portion. I am down 54 pounds - my surgery was 9/24/10. I was 215 when I started at 5'6". I am now one size away from my goal in about six months. Something that I could not have done without the band. I also had the thought of why not just diet and stick to it? I liked the post where the person noted the quote about the definition of insanity. This is VERY true in this case. Good Luck regardless of what you decide to do - my only regret is that I waited so long to do this. -
I asked ahead of time because I have had complications before from the cath and was told that they do not use them because the surgery is so short. I was very thankful and had no issues with ambulating to get to the restroom when needed.
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I WANT THIS USELESS LAP BAND REMOVED !!!!
Dreamingof139 replied to 54Shirley's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My grammar is excellent - occupational hazard. Nothing amiss with my post - not sure what you are referring to. Perhaps it is how you changed my post above to give the impression of an error. Go back and look at what I initially posted - it may not be the best sentence that I have ever constructed, but it is grammatically sound and correct. I write for a living and hold advanced degrees in English and in Education. Yes, you may call me doctor. Sorry, I do not general spout my education, but I wanted to explain the position that I am coming from. And before someone goes there, the Masters is from a top 20 and the PhD is from an Ivy. Real schools - very expensive too. I find it so interesting that people pipe up and jump in, yet fail to assert a valid point or actually find anything wrong with what I am writing. So very interesting to watch this unfold. -
I WANT THIS USELESS LAP BAND REMOVED !!!!
Dreamingof139 replied to 54Shirley's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My post was polite and respectful. I find your comment interesting in that you 'heard' rudeness in polite conversation.