wjlochrie1

You look so beautiful! Good job!

Had surgery on 7/19 my starting weight was 242 I'm done to 225 nd my octor says its not enought. I'm so heartbroken I wanted o tll him if I taught I could have lost more I wouldn't have had surgery. I actually taught 17 pounds was good' date=' what o I know :_ ([/quote']

17 lb in a month is good! On average u will lose 1-2 lb a week after being banded. Slow and steady is the way to go. Don't b discouraged by his statement. It was unprofessional at the very least.

Too bad boob transfusions aren't possible. I'd have been glad to be a donor.

SNORT! LOL!!! I would too!

I've never heard that tip. I've never really been stuck though' date=' only the odd time where I can really feel the food going down, and it hurts, but it's usually over after 20 seconds.[/quote']

That is a blessing!

Does anyone know what would be considered a comorbidity for Tricare other than the ones listed on their site? I saw the surgeon today & he doesn't think insurance will cover me. He said that my high cholesterol won't count due to me not being prescribed meds for it! He also said no to my PCOS as well!

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Comorbidities that most insurance accepts are cardiac issues, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, pre diabetes, bmi of over 40. Severe arthritis, spinal issues. All have to be documented by a physician. Having said that, Tri Care is a horse of a different color. You should talk to them. Have your surgeon send in diagnosis evaluation and see what happens. All hey can sa is no. Most surgeons will work out a payment plan with you if insurance doesn't cover. Also, check to see which drs r in networ. That is huge to them. I hope u get approved!

What about nipple piercings?

I would bet they will want it all out. Nipple rings could get in the way of resusitation paddles if they need to use them. Always better to be safe than sorry. Just my 2 cents

Great idea!

Its great he is being supportive of you! Take advantage of his willingness to cook for awhile. You won't feel like it at first. Best wises to you and your family!

Hi everyone' date=' I'm due to be banded Aug. 29th and have been excited (and a little nervous) about it. This past weekend my brother in law told me that his sister almost died from the band. She lost about 100 pounds and gained it all back then she exercised like crazy and lost it again. The band slipped after she lost it the second time and her stomach rotted. She only has 5% of it left!! Has anyone ever heard of this? It made me very nervous!! Thanks.[/quote']

I agree with Maddysgram. There is always someone willing to tell you a horror story. B a smart consumer do research find out what's best for you. And then follow the rules. All of them no matter how silly it may seem. Best wishs to you. The band is Wonderful tool! Use it wisely and you will hve great long lasting results!

Yesterday it was in high 80's and now today it's dropped down to the high 60's. I was actually cold so I went into my closet to pull out my once favorite black cardigan.

The cardigan I wore the day I had surgery and I haven't worn in many months.

Holy cow' date=' I couldn't believe how huge it was on me! I mean, I guess I should've known because I've dropped 5-6 sizes since then, but putting that sweater on was a "wow" moment. It really put into perspective how far I've come. Especially considering the day of surgery, I couldn't button it because it was too tight across the tummy if I did.

So, I thought I'd share the difference. Here is me in the now massive sweater

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Good Job!!!

I'm also having a hitial hernia repaired as well. So ready for it to be done already aug 16th can come sooner!

I had a hiatal hernia repair with the lap band and even though I had belly pain and shoulder pain from the surgical gas I knew moving around is what makes u feel better. So I walked, VERY SLOWLY at first then increased the amount of time and the gas pain and pressure really did ease. Good luck I hope u feel better!

I have always been hungrier the week before and the week of my period. That being said' date=' I thought the band would help with this, especially as I've read that a lot of people feel that their bands getter tighter during this time. Does anyone else still feel like they could eat a cow? This is very concerning for me....

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Hormones glorious hormones. This is one of those, everyone is different, issues. However, I also have increased appetite with my period. Only for a couple of days so I don't have to struggle that long. But I find increased Water and walking helps me stay out of the kitchen and gets me through the munchie madness.

I don't know y not ibprophren. My doc prescribed me some liquid kind n told me to use it.

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Ibuprofin is an nsaid which means blood thinner. If u talk it pre or post op u can get bloodclots and those are dangerous. Stick with tylenol and it will b ok

U will. Hips thighs and butt are like terrible house guests...the first to arrive and the last to go and u hate them the whole time they r there

Thank you so much TMF for posting that! It I exactly hat I needed to hear!

I've lost 87 pounds and while the size of my bra circumferance has gone down the cup size remains the same. I think its a bummer. I really wanted smaller breasts to reduce back neck shoulder pain. But I may need a surgical reduction.

You look wonderful!

I was banded June 27th and had my 1st fill today! It went really well. For me the pre op diet was 10 days of Clear Liquids and protien shakes. It was a little tough at times but I made it through!

I love my fitness pal. It really helps me track the protien intake! My username is wjlochrie1 feel fre to friend me!

Josie! Thank you so much for your frank discussion and photos!

I have curently lost 85 lb and am at the 60% weightloss goal. I have known for a long time I would need to have my "wings" clipped but was afraid of the cost! I think now I can use this remaining weight loss time to save for the brachioplasty!

:-)

Sometimes that is a settings issue. If u go to ur phone or pc settings selection u can adjust the brightness. I hope that helps.

:-) wendy