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My BMI was just under 32. My Dr did require a preoperative liquid diet but I didn't follow it religiously. I would however try to stay away from as many carbohydrates as possible. It really does make a difference in liver size and also a higher Protein diet speeds healing.

Everyone is doing so awesome! I'll be glad when the swelling goes down all the way. I'm down 12 lbs since April 5.

Everyone is doing so awesome! I'll be glad when the swelling goes down all the way. I'm down 12 lbs since April 5.

I've only been banded for a week. Maybe it's tubing...I also had plication done. Thanks for the info! I'll be sure to check it out when I go see Doc Monday

I FARTED!!! Never in my life have I been this excited to pass gas!

Thanks victoriab! Sipping on some peppermint tea right now!

Is it normal that I look like I'm in my third trimester? I'm walking and taking GasX but this bloating sucks!

I FARTED!!! Never in my life have I been this excited to pass gas!

I FARTED!!! Never in my life have I been this excited to pass gas!

I'm super excited! My surgery is this Fri April 19. I have to pick up a prescription for phenergan tomorrow and pack my bag for the surgery center. I know that lap band isn't a miracle for weight loss, but after years of battling an extra 50-80lb excess, it feels like one. Honestly the turning point for me was my lumbar discectomy and fusion. My neurosurgeon advised me to be on the low side of my healthy weight. I haven't seen that in 27 years!

Hello everyone!
I'm scheduled for this Friday(April 19)... I'm nervous, but excited. My doctor did not put me on a liquid diet, just no sugar and lots of Protein. Has anyone out there had this same type of pre op?
Also, I'm looking to lose 45-60lbs. I'm only 5"2 and weigh in at 210 give or take. My BMI is 39.5 and I'm self pay. Is there anyone out there that needs or had the band done with my similarities?...again, I'm nervous, but hope this is one of the best decisions I've ever made for my health....hope to hear from someone soon...Thanks!....Sistercin

You can also add 1 Tbsp (or more to taste) of sugar free instant pudding. Banana cream with bananas or chocolate with a tbsp of Peanut Butter makes yummy Protein Shakes.< /p>

You can also add 1 Tbsp (or more to taste) of sugar free instant pudding. Banana cream with bananas or chocolate with a tbsp of Peanut Butter makes yummy Protein Shakes.< /p>

Super excited!! April couldn't get here any faster!!! I'm ready for this change in my life!!

I appreciate the comments. I felt great about until the stories. I do feel deep down that this is the best choice for me. I guess I'm just nervous.

I started my pre-op diet last Friday. I'm scheduled for banding April 19! After 20+ years of yo-yo dieting, I'm ready for this. I'm not even nervous! Of course I had back surgery in May so this won't even compare!

Surgeon paid? Check
Medical clearance? Check
Blood test? Check
Liver diet? Check
Waiting for surgery 19th? Priceless.