Lapbandster

I wanted to get the plication along with the band, but my surgeon didn't think i needed it. He said plication with the band is only for people who couldn't exercise and needed that extra "oomph" Also, there is not enough research long term for plication, so insurance won't cover it and they sometimes wont even cover the band if they get the surgical report and see you got plicated. It's more risky and not necessary for some people

Just be strong and ride out the first few days like a champ and you will soon be feeling better than ever

Excellent! Enjoy the compliments they are the fruits of your labor!

Oh dear This is NOT what I wanted to read the night before my surgery!!! AAAHHHH!!! Now i'm more freaked out than ever

Just wondering, when did you get your band? How many fills have you had? and when did you get this feeling (of not being hungry)?

hah welcome to my world! My whole family is expecting the pounds to magically melt off of me **eeep ** Surgery is tomorrow and im freaking out about that

@Skyvic I feel the same way as 2much fun. I WISH I can be in your place!!!!! Getting banded tomorrow and am hoping thats what my green zone feels like If your feeling tired make sure to take a once a day vitamin in case your deficent. and drink one cup of water/hour

OMG!!! Surgery in 11 hours!!! Any last minute tips for me? Omg, I don't even know what to bring to the hospital!! SO NERVOUS!!

whoa congrats!!

Oh hun it will get better!!!! Everyone says day 4 is the worst, this will be your turning point! Try watching a movie (or an episode of suits ) to get your mind off the food and pain

Phew thanks everyone for clearing that up! My friend ALWAYS makes these burps that stink like deli. At least 2-3 times a minute and i'm so grossed out from it, I can barely stand it So relieved that these burps are different

I was just wondering, why is that? I thought the liver stores fats, so wouldn't a lowfat diet be better? Where does the low carbs/high protein fit iin with the liver?

Stevegoad: as much as this is a tool, its no help (and actually hinders weight loss) when overfilled. In a normal situation I would agree withh you but this doc seems insane To the origional poster: u MUST find a new doc! Start by googling hospitals with bariatric docs affiliated with them and call them one by one until u find someone willing to take a new patient

Ugh NOT looking forward to the burping. i personally get grossed out soo badly from burps (especially the smelly ones which I hope these are not ) So lord help me if this is an issue!! I have a friend who makes really stinky burps and I find it extremely difficult to be near her. I hope I don't become like that

Great idea on the infant utensils (I guess i'll have to steal from my niece lol) and i'm really really gonna try to give myself at least 30 mins to eat. I think if there's no rush to eat then there wont be as many issues

wowow!!! AMAZING to hear!! BTW, are you starving because you can't keep the liquids/food down? Or does the band help with the hunger feeling?

Honestly, I picked out a number from thin air. I was NEVER thin so I have no previous good weights to look forward to. I have no idea how my body will change or how I will look. I chose 140 lbs for the heck of it.

wow!! What a great feeling! I will never forget the elation i felt when hearing the news. I was walking on clouds

I asked my surgeon this question. He said that if you've never had any gallbladder problems pre-band, then its not likely that you will need it removed. IF you have had problems previously then its a whole different story

Please don't let people discourage you. Statistics are statistics- doesnt mean that will be you. For what it's worth, Gastric Bypass patients tend to lost 65% of excess weight vs. the 55% of Lap Band patients. So 10% more weight lost ("statistically") but SO much more complications! Please don't let your NP, or random strangers in the waiting room talk you out of something you have decided to do

My advice to you: Take 2500 mg of biotin Take a once a day vitamin (to make sure your not lacking anything) Make sure your getting plenty of protein

OMG getting banded in two days!! I literally cant breathe!!! Not sure if it's my nerves or excitement!! Roxygirl, clarks4Willie, Beautiful-B, sews4fun and DeAna how are you feeling?

So moral of the story: Don't try to outsmart your doctor or your band. Making it too tight will NOT help you lose weight quicker! It will only make you feel miserable THANKS for posting this! I needed to hear it

Wow I love this thread. It's so hopeful My periods were NEVER normal. They either never came or were very light (usually they never came) My OBGYN said it's not PCOS and things will get better when I shake off some pounds. I REALLY want to have kids!!! Thanks everyone for the insight

WOW!! SO great to hear!!!! I'm very proud of you