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Ibruprofen Or Other Anti-inflammatories After Lap Band Surgery?
momof3armybrats replied to Annfargo's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
My doctor told me that I am fine taking motrin as long as I take my nexium with it. I have serious menstrual pain and tylenol wasnt cutting it and he said he would rather me take the motrin for a day or two than be in pain. But as always this is something you need to discuss with your doctor. Only he/she can make the right call for you and your situation. Best of luck!! -
Awsome feeling isnt it?!?!?! I had to start wearing one a few months ago and I actually ran down the stairs and lifted my shirt to show my husband that I had been able to put a belt on. He looked at me like I was nuts ,but I was excited and on top the world the rest of the day. Anyhow, Congrats!!!! Keep up the good work!
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Congrats!!
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Sore Port Area
momof3armybrats replied to brigittemarrow@yahoo.com's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I never really felt sore unless I did strong ab workouts. But this past weekend we went on a road trip and sitting in the car for several hours made my port sight very sore. After I got out and stretched everything was felt much better. Wasnt a good feeling..... -
You should go into the ER. They can call your doctor in. At least that is how it works for me. I just go to the ER where I had my surgery and they call him in. I hope you get some relief soon. Good luck!
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Stepped on the scale for my Saturday weigh in and was very pleased to see my plateau (sp) has finally ended. I have lost 60lbs as of today!!! I almost want to cry because this is the most weight I have lost ever. I feel fantastic, I have been told I look fantastic and its only gonna get better! Hope everyone is having a great weekend, I know I am.
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Stepped on the scale for my Saturday weigh in and was very pleased to see my plateau (sp) has finally ended. I have lost 60lbs as of today!!! I almost want to cry because this is the most weight I have lost ever. I feel fantastic, I have been told I look fantastic and its only gonna get better! Hope everyone is having a great weekend, I know I am.
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220 pounds lost, long plateau - want to lose 25 more
momof3armybrats replied to SkinnyKathy's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I just wanted to say congrats on your weight loss!!! I am in Awww of you. You are truly an inspiration. Stories like this make me very excited in the prospect of my own weight loss. Keep up the good work!!!! -
Thats awsome! Congrats! I got to experience that feeling when my husband and I took our 3 children to a carnival a few months ago. My daughter wanted mommy to ride with her and I was freaked out because I was sure I wouldnt fit on the ride. I sucked it up and went anyway and was shocked. Not only did I fit but was actually not tight. I was so happy and excited because I love rides but for years was too heavy. We rode every ride she was allowed on (she is 4). Again congrats, and keep up the good work!!
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Are you tracking the calories you are eating every day? I know that has been the big thing that has helped me. I use myfitnesspal.com. According to my surgeon my calories need to be in a 1000-1200 range, with 60 grams of Protein. Another question. Do you do any kind of strength training? We need to build muscle in order to burn fat. I alternate days. I do 4 days of cardio and then the other 3 is strength training. I recommend talking with a personal trainer for advice on different exercises to help with the fat burn. I did that and she gave me lots of ideas for things to do at home, that way I dont have to find a sitter for 3 kids. I wish you lots of luck. Try not to get too discouraged this is a long and sometimes stressful journey. ps. have they checked your band to see if there is a possible leak?
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Sounds like you might need a small unfill. When I get stuck I find that sipping luke warm Water and walking around helps ease it down. I would go ahead and call your doctor to see if they can help you, especially if you keep having issues with getting food down. Good Luck!
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I had issues with bruising also. My legs looked like someone was beating me with a bat on a daily basis and I cant recall when I got them. I would just wake up with new ones. I was on a blood thinner for several weeks after surgery that contributed to mine. I am 4 months out now and it is improving. I was worried I was anemic because I have a history of anemia and platelet issues. I would call your surgeon and have some test run to see if they can figure it all out. Good luck!!
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Thanks for adding me as a friend!! Congrats on your surgery! Keep me posted on how it goes.
