txdiva

I got my first fill today. Apparently I had 4 cc when I had my surgery, now I'm up to 5. I was told Protein Shakes today & tomorrow then mushy foods. Why can't we eat after a fill?

I'm so glad I found this group. I've been looking for lap banders that are doing WW. May I join you?

Lisa

I like the idea of getting together on my fitness pal. Look me up Lisa9258.

I was curious, does anyone do Weight Watchers with the lap band?

I was banded on Sept. 15 and have lost a total of 17 lbs. I lost 10 lbs on the post op diet and another 7 lbs since the surgery. I am starting to get more hungry. I have my first fill on Oct. 13. I'm a little nervous. I'm not sure what to expect. I haven't had any trouble eating anything. When I get my fill I know I will need to be more careful about what I eat.

I was wondering what everyone eats during the day. What is a typical day like for you?

Thanks,

Lisa

I got my band on Sept. 15. About a week ago I started getting really hungry. When I eat i get full quickly but then I am hungry again an hour or 2 later. Is this normal? I have my post op appointment on Thursday. I hope I get a fill then.

I was banded on Sept. 15 and day 2 was the worst. I had really bad gas pains that shot up to my shoulder and neck. I was eating Gas-X like candy. I am now almost back to normal. I am finally eating a little more. In fact, today I have been really hungry. I go for my first fill Oct. 13. I hope everything goes ok with that.

I had my lap band surgery yesterday along with the hernia repair and I am really sore this morning. I also have bad gas pains. I have been walking some and taking Gas X but I was wondering if anyone here has any other suggestions for getting rid of the pain. Also, how long does the gas pains last?

I got the call this afternoon informing me to be at the hospital at 730 Thursday morning. I'm excited but also nervous. I was reading on another site about all the things that can go wrong and was starting to get scared. I just keep telling myself that those are extreme circumstances.

I am so excited. Thursday is the day I have my surgery. I have lost 6 of the 7 to 10 lbs I need to lose by Thursday. I plan on losing more by then. It has been hard. There were a few times I wanted to eat something I shouldn't but I perservered.

Those of you that have had your surgery, how did you feel afterwards? Were you hungry? Did you have any pain? I heard that after a few weeks you start to get hungry before your first fill, is that true?

Thanks,

Lisa

I just got notified by the company that sent me my sleep study machine that I have mild to moderate sleep apnea and I need a cpap machine before I can have my hernia/lap band surgery. I am supposed to hear from someone by Monday or Tuesday about sending me the machine. The problem is my surgery is scheduled for Sept. 15 which is next Thursday. If I dont get the machine in time will I still be able to have my surgery? I really dont think I need the cpap anyway. I never had a problem with sleep before. My husband and I have already scheduled the 15th off from work. Was anyone here diagnosed with sleep apnea prior to surgery? Did you need to bring the machine with you to the hospital?

I just got notified by the company that sent me my sleep study machine that I have mild to moderate sleep apnea and I need a cpap machine before I can have my hernia/lap band surgery. I am supposed to hear from someone by Monday or Tuesday about sending me the machine. The problem is my surgery is scheduled for Sept. 15 which is next Thursday. If I dont get the machine in time will I still be able to have my surgery? I really dont think I need the cpap anyway. I never had a problem with sleep before. My husband and I have already scheduled the 15th off from work. Was anyone here diagnosed with sleep apnea prior to surgery? Did you need to bring the machine with you to the hospital?

I have a question for those of you that have had your band for a while. What is your average weight loss a month?

Wow. I am gone a few days and I missed so many posts. This place is really active.

For those of you that have had your surgery this month, CONGRATULATIONS! I am looking forward to the 15th when I have mine. Thank you for posting about how you felt the few days after surgery. It lets me know what to expect.

I started my pre-op diet a couple of days ago and I have lost 2 lbs. so far. I need to lose 7 to 10 before surgery. I am aiming for the 10 lb mark because I'm sure there is a slight difference in my scale at home than the doctor's scale. It would be my luck if my scale said a 7 lb loss and I get to the hospital the morning of surgery and their scale said I only lost 6 lbs.

I hope everyone has a great Labor Day!

I am so glad I found this thread. I started my pre-op diet yesterday. My surgery is Sept. 15. I have been worried about eating after the surgery. In fact I had decided to just stick with Protein shakes until my first fill because I am scared to eat after the surgery because you have to be so careful. Thank you for your food ideas and suggestions.

Lisa

I am starting my 2 week pre op diet tomorrow. My surgery is on the 15th. I am supposed to have 2 shakes a day and one low carb meal. Does anyone have any suggestions on what to fix for my one meal?

Thanks,

Lisa

Hi everyone. My surgery is scheduled for September 15. I cant wait! I had my EGD done last Thursday and the doctor found hiatal hernia. That's good news to me. My insurance will cover the hernia repair and save $4400.

I will be in the hospital in 3 hours

Good luck today. I might see you up there. I have to be there at 7 for an EGD. Let us know how things went. I'm so excited for you!

Lisa

I am having an EGD done in the morning and was wondering what to expect. Has anyone had this done prior to their lap band surgery. My doctor is Dr. Reilly and I was told that he requires all his patients to have one in case of hiatal hernia. I have heartburn really bad. In fact I have to take Zantac every night before I go to bed but I really don't think I have hiatal hernia. Anyway I was just wondering what to expect before & after the procedure.

My surgery date is the Sept.15. Tomorrow morning I am having an EGD done. I'm a little nervous. For those of you that have had it done, how did you feel afterwards? I'm having it done at True Results Houston. Dr. Reilly is my doctor.

I am scheduled for surgery on Sep 1st. I started my pre-op diet last Thursday ( aug 18th). It is the Nutri-med diet. Haven't found any of it very delicious but I have already lost 4 pounds so that is ok. I had an upper GI last week that showed a possible hiatal hernia and ulcer so I am having an EGD done this Tuesday to have a closer look. Hope it doesn't interfere with my surgery.... kinda nervous about it tho.

I am having an EGD done on Thursday. I am also nervous. Let me know how yours goes.

I am being banded on Sept. 15 in Houston. Any advice or suggestions would be great.

I am scheduled to be banded on Sept. 15 at True Results in Houston and am looking for buddies that can give me advice and support.

I will be banded on Sept. 15. My pre-op diet starts Sept. 1. I'm excited and nervous.

Yes please keep me posted.