EllenH

I have just started this process and I am retired, so my situation is different from yours, but here goes. I would not make a major announcement over the PA or in a staff meeting, but I would tell the people I work closest with. They are going to wonder why you are gone and will see the results soon anyway. No need to worry them that you have some terrible disease that is causing you to lose so much weight. Just my $0.02 worth :-) Ellen

Thank you. I am adding these questions to my list for my 1st visit with the surgeon on April 11. BTW - Congrats on your weight loss so far. I can't wait to be there too. Ellen

Good For you! I have not been banded yet and I can hardly wait to be able to buy regular sized cloths for the first time in over 10 years. Enjoy your success! Ellen

Reading the other forums I see that quite a few people report being VERY hungry during the post-op liquid and soft food periods. Is this a common issue? Is it real "body" hunger or is it "brain" hunger (as in "I know I have had enough to eat, but my mouth wants ? I am also interested in hearing if the problem with gas pain post-surgery is wide spread, how severe it is, and how long it lasts. I've not been banded yet and these issues will not scare me off. I just want to be sure I have all the infirmation and facts. Thanks for your input, Ellen

Reading the other forums I see that quite a few people report being VERY hungry during the post-op liquid and soft food periods. Is this a common issue? Is it real "body" hunger or is it "brain" hunger (as in "I know I have had enough to ? I am also interested in hearing if the problem with gas pain post-surgery is wide spread, how severe it is, and how long it lasts. I've not been banded yet and these issues will not scare me off. I just want to be sure I have all the infirmation and facts. Thanks for your input, Ellen

Reading the other forums I see that quite a few people report being VERY hungry during the post-op liquid and soft food periods. Is this a common issue? Is it real "body" hunger or is it "brain" hunger (as in "I know I have had enough ? I am also interested in hearing if the problem with gas pain post-surgery is wide spread, how severe it is, and how long it lasts. I've not been banded yet and these issues will not scare me off. I just want to be sure I have all the infirmation and facts. Thanks for your input, Ellen

Reading the other forums I see that quite a few people report being VERY hungry during the post-op liquid and soft food periods. Is this a common issue? Is it real "body" hunger or is it "brain" hunger (as in "I know ? I am also interested in hearing if the problem with gas pain post-surgery is wide spread, how severe it is, and how long it lasts. I've not been banded yet and these issues will not scare me off. I just want to be sure I have all the infirmation and facts. Thanks for your input, Ellen

Reading the other forums I see that quite a few people report being VERY hungry during the post-op liquid and soft food periods. Is this a common issue? Is it real "body" hunger or is it "brain" hunger (as ? I am also interested in hearing if the problem with gas pain post-surgery is wide spread, how severe it is, and how long it lasts. I've not been banded yet and these issues will not scare me off. I just want to be sure I have all the infirmation and facts. Thanks for your input, Ellen

Hello. I have my 1st appointment with my surgeon on April 11. I am excited to get started with my Lap-Band process and have found the information about menus in this forum to be very helpful. The idea of getting a medical alert bracelet was new to me, but it makes sense. I don't know when my banding will be yet, but I am looking for other women to learn from and talk with as this progresses. Ellen

Thanks Carol. I'm looking forward to my back and knees not hurting. It will be nice to be able to walk up hill without huffing and puffing, too. Comngrats on your 100 lb weight loss. That is amazing in less than a year!

Thanks, Terri. How are you getting along after 1 1/2 months?

After researching Lap-Band for over a year and attending a couple of semimnars, I have made the decision to get it done! I will be getting banded at the U of WA Medical Center. My first appointment with the surgeon is scheduled for 4/11/11. I would love to hear from other women in their 60's who have recently been banded. What has your experience been? Any helpful hints or suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks!!!