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sarawray

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  1. sarawray

    5 Day Pouch Test

    Okay, I went to the website, it is something that is very do able. I am going to start in the morning, sounds like a great way to break a plateau. Kinda like hitting the refresh button.
  2. sarawray

    New To This Site.

    it goes by pretty fast. There are steps you have to take. With each step you will be that much closer. Good luck, you are going to love your new band, its worth waiting for!!!!
  3. sarawray

    Eating!! Help!!

    No one really answered your question. I usually do my shakes in the morning. I am not sure if there is any special time you are to drink them. Just make sure to call your surgeon and find out how much protein he wants you to have a day. I usually had soup for lunch, and a greek yogurt for supper. Just something to think about.
  4. sarawray

    Feeling Discouraged!

    I also had my surgery on Aug 9. To this day I have lost about 30 lbs. It makes me feel better to see everyone say that is about right. Yay!!!!.
  5. sarawray

    5 Months Post Op: Down But Not Out

    I think 43lbs in 5 months is pretty good. I do know how you feel though. I have lost 30 in 3 months, and when you break it down, it averages 10 lbs a month which looks good on paper, but, you know what you have been doing, and realize it probably could have been more, so you look at it as not really that much. And starting thinking if I did this or that I would have lost more. When I spoke to my dr. they really don't want you to loose that fast, its not healthy, so as long as you are going down in weight you are being successful. Even when you are maintaining your are doing good, thats not so easy either.
  6. sarawray

    250 lbs.

    I know you are getting healthier, but girl you are living proof that big girls rock!!!!!!!!!
  7. sarawray

    How Long For Bc/bs To Give Their Ok?

    it took them about 2 weeks to approve me.
  8. sarawray

    Veggie Burgers ?

    It might sound a little gross but I really like avacados on mine.
  9. sarawray

    So I Got My Ban But...

    You hit the nail on the head when you said your husband just dont understand. I had problems with people around me being jealous. A few of my friends wanted lap band but didn't have the insurance or the money, and now they dont speak to me any more. I don't know it they gave you a green book or not, but what I did was put it and any literature I had in the bathroom and took everything else out, that way my husband had to read it, if he wanted to read. I guess not everyone likes to read but my husband gets all caught up in reading and stays in there forever lol. But don't you worry about anything, Sooner or later the negative comments will stop. I too had the problem with my kids thinking I would die. Now that they see that I am as normal as I ever was, no one says anything, and I am only 3 months out. Be sure to let your family know that this is not easy, and nothing happens overnight, and It would help you alot if they gave you support. You will be ok, This is all new, Let us know how you are doing, and remember when you start to feel alone you can always come here, no matter what time of day or night, and you will always get positive support. Take care
  10. sarawray

    Port Pain

    I was having pain in my port and still do occasionally . I went to the dr and he said that there is some mesh in there and it is stitched to the muscle, he said it could have something to do with scar tissue and the mesh. He said as long as it isn't constant it is probably ok. He said to call him if it gets unbearable or is constant.
  11. sarawray

    I Need Some Opinions And Help!

    sounds really serious, not to scare you, but you seriously need to take everyones advise and get to a bariactric specialist quick. How long has this been going on and did it stress you out when you moved? Just take care and let us know how you are doing.
  12. sarawray

    Does This Look Infected?

    yes, that is probley what it is, an allergic reaction. I had that and they were taken off and the dr said not to use anything like neosporin, just let them get air. It clears up pretty quick. But you still should ask your dr.
  13. sarawray

    Quick Question!

    I pulled out my instructions from after my surgery, and it said nothing about using straws. I have been using them, and havent had any problems.
  14. sarawray

    Question

    I am 3 months post op. The last 3 days I have been having a stinging sensation where my port is. There doesn't seem to be anything in particular that brings it on, it just happens, it only lasts a few minutes and I can "rub" it and it goes away. It is almost like a stitch is stuck or something. Has anyone else had this problem? should I be worried? Should I wait and see if it goes away on its own?
  15. I finally went backto work after being unemployed for lmost a month. This job is vey physical and I should start dropping punds. but after a week of being very physical all day and only eating a shake for breakfast, and a small lunch and dinner, I have not lost anything. It is kinda depressing, because I know what a little bit of food i am eating but my body is not wantig to let go of the wieght. Need some encouragement and advise please.

  16. Yesterday was my first fill. It wasnt bad at all. After he put some in, he handed me some water, and I took a sip and it just sat there,and wouldnt go down. So he took a tiny bit out and I could actually feel it go down. everything is good, and I can tell a little bit of a difference. Next fill in 30 days, if I need it.

  17. sarawray

    Nervous

    Just be your self. Its a piece of cake.
  18. Well I lost my job of almost 20 years. Very depressed cant eat or drink. Just wont go down.

  19. sarawray

    Chantix Anyone?

    I quit using chantix. After about a week, you will notice you want one less and less. It made me not even care. No desire most of the time and then if you do want one it will last about 5 minutes. I would just get up and find something to do.Hang in there it will work, just be strong. I feel so much better.
  20. sarawray

    First Post Op Dr Visit

    Went to my first post op appointment today. Dr. said whatever I am doing to keep doing it, because I doing so well. I go back in 3 weeks for my first fill, if I feel like I need it. with the plication, I dont seem to have problems with my portion control, although I do get pretty hungry, I get full real fast too. So far so good.
  21. sarawray

    New Patient

    It was not bad for me either. The port site was tender for several days, but other than the gas everything was good. And the gas you can walk off. I was back at work in 4 days. I have a desk job so it wasnt hard for me at all.
  22. sarawray

    True Results

    I used true results in bedford. They were awsome, and the patient advocate really went above and beyond to help out with questions and things like that. I would go there again. and I would recommend them.
  23. Got my lapband/plication on Thurs. I guess I did really good. My RN told me he was surprised, people dont usually do as well as i did. I just basically woke up walked to get the xray thing done and went to the restroom ( wished I had went in opposite order lol). Then I got dressed and went home. The gas has been terrible and the port site is extremely tender, but getting better everyday. Planning on going to work on Tues., I can sit around up there just as easy as here. So here I go. Start of new life, Aug,9 2012.
  24. sarawray

    Banded.... Three Days Out,and Feeling Good!!

    I was super sore for about 3 days, it seemed when the gas let up I felt less pain. I am taking Children s Tylenol, and it seems to do the trick. Tomorrow I am going to work, but fortunately for me, I have the kind of job that if I don't feel like I can make it all day, it will be ok. Be tough, it does seem to get better quick. My thing is I am afraid of overdoing it, but I will just listen to my body. Take care.

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