GermaineF
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I had a allergic reaction to the glue as well. Had to go to the Dr and they had to put me on steroids...
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Question: Any help would be appreciated
GermaineF replied to Wyld_Love's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hi stephanie, I just had a partial hysterectomy 2 weeks ago, and I haven't noticed any changes in my band.... -
Why Isnt This Working For Me?
GermaineF replied to lindseya7x's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You only had 4 fills?? You probably don't even have restriction. I had my surgery in December and I've had about 6/7 fills so far. -
I Got My Band 8Months Ago And I Have Only Lost 40Lbs.
GermaineF replied to ace11's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
that's AWESOME!!! i had my surgery 6 months ago and only lost 25lbs...Now don't you feel better?? hahahaha you're doing great, keep up the good work -
Don't wait, call dr..it cld cause too many problems like a slip and you don't want that..i have to get some removed after my fill last month and i'm glad i did....
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I didn't ask for one, but when i went for my follow up apt after surgery my Dr handed me a copy of the video...I was like, wow how cool is that...lol....So yes, some drs video and give copies...Mine did
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This site is full of positive, encouraging ppl that are here to help you. You have nothing to be ashamed about, you should be proud of yourself for taking this step,b/c believe me, it's not easy...good luck to you on your journey
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wow...that's good to know..i will check into with my insurance company....thanks for the info
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First Experience Lap Band Prejudice And Ignorance From Nurse
GermaineF replied to Fishes1971's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
WOW...you were nice, I would have told her a piece of my mind.... -
I too have that problem, but when I do eat too fast I sure pay for it, and not in a good way. Just had my 4th fill today .50 cc so i know that i will have to be really careful now.
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Paperwork that I received prior to surgery said to drink only decaf..I tried it and hated it...Month after surgery I asked my dr can i plz have reg coffee and he said yes...He said he can't expect me to stop drinking it b/c he knows that he couldn't..LOL...Been drinking it ever since...
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wow girl, you look amazing....how many dress sizes did you drop?
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Has Anyone Coughed Up Something Weird???
GermaineF replied to simoneshirbet's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
it's from your tonsils, and yes the smell is HORRIBLE....nothing to be alarmed about -
Preop Diet. No Weight Loss.
GermaineF replied to Boniluuu's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
how long were you on the pre op diet? -
my dr sprays some cold stuff on my skin to numb the sport and then sticks very thin needle in, i had 3 fills so far and felt nothing, and i HATE needles.
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My port is on the left side, few inches from my belly button..I didn't find mine under my 2nd week, b/c i was scared to press on my stomach...Good luck
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that happened to me few days after my surgery. it was HORRIBLE...Benedryl did not work. Had to go back in to my surgeons office and he removed the glue on my incisions, but me on a steroid and it cleared up in a few days...
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i was the same way and i closed my eyes and next thing i knew the dr said ok, sit up...I was like it's in?? I promise you, I didn't even feel a prick.....I laughed at myself afterwards for being scared for nothing....i've had 3 total and only my 3rd one I felt a little prick but nothing major....
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i too love pizza and i make portabella pizzas, with the portabella mushroom as my crust....can you say YUMMMMMMMMMMMY
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How Do You Know When You Need A Fill?
GermaineF replied to kdalesandro7733's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
43 lbs all after surgery???WOW!!! THAT'S AWESOME!! Please share what are you doing to shed so fast? -
Omg Worst Lap Band Experience Of My Life! (Some Might Find It Funny)
GermaineF replied to Kim Lap Band Talk's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
roflol.....Not laughing that you got stuck, laughing about the toilet water..hahaha -
Acid Reflux Problems
GermaineF replied to REDDGIRL1209's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Sounds like you're having a "stuck" and "sliming "episode, doesn't sound like acid reflux.. -
Omg Stuck !!!!!
GermaineF commented on ready for my journey to be's blog entry in ready for my journey to be's Blog
OMG!!! i so feel your pain, Sunday I cooked a beef roast for lunch and tried to eat, after my first 2 bites i was in the bathroom....Not a good feeling -
that's pretty awesome..keep up the good work...
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Extremely Nauseated...
GermaineF replied to trenai77's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Please call your dr b/c you don't want to keep throwing up. I know someone that was recently banded and kept throwing up and band slipped so plz plz plz call your dr....
