Amp1504

I had my surgery yesterday and I'm covered in that gross iodine they scrubbed me with. It's a bit sticky in some places and I want it off. Suggestions? I tried a soapy washcloth last night and it didn't work at all

Hey ladies! I was banded yesterday. Feeling pretty good for the most part. Woke up today really sore, but once I started moving it was better. Drinking propel and had a few sips of broth last night. Lovin my sf Popsicles too. Some minor gas pain in my left shoulder but I've been walking a ton and its not too bad. Hope everyone else is doing ok...

I'm scheduled for thurs. so you guys advise against the gas-x?

I'm at the end of day two and every time I close my eyes, I see an Outback Steakhouse commercial. I really don't know that I can do this. I am allowed 1-2 Atkins shakes a day, three servings of low-fat yogurt and all the no-calorie liquids like broth, crystal light, etc. I just wish the docs were more consistent...

I am a self pay and my bmi is around a 38 and I didn't get denied. My insurance paid for most of the psych eval(other than a copy) and the rest of my tests are included in my package price. I'm having my surgery done at a surgery center so it's outpatient. Good luck!

I have a couple of questions. 1. How do you manage to drink all your fluids and not have to go to the bathroom a million times? 2. If the band is supposed to hold me over for about four hours, how does my doc recommended three meals a day work? I leave the house at 6:30am and get home around 6:30pm depending on my coaching schedule... 3. Any other tips?

I live in Florida and have decent access to fresh fish. Problem is I have no clue how to cook it properly. I don't have a grill bc I live in an apartment. Suggestions?

Ever seen that show, "dance moms"? That is the type of parents I deal with on a daily basis :/ lol

Thanks for the advice. I agree it's better to be truthful. However, since its an elective surgery, I'm afraid people won't be quite as forgiving when I need to take it slow the first few weeks...

I am a teacher and dance team coach. I will have to tell the parents of my dancers "something" bc I'm returning to coaching just four days after surgery. I don't really want to disclose what type of surgery I'm having with them. Any suggestions? Same with when school starts and I have to sign out early for follow ups with my doc. I need a story to "stick to" for nosy parents and coworkers...

Can't come soon enough. I start the pre-op liquids only diet on July 4th. Any other July banders wanna keep in touch over the next few months?

Hey girls! My surgery is July 18. My mom will be down for a few days to help me out. My surgery is on a Thursday morning and I have to return to work the following Monday but only half days that week. I'm self pay and praying for no complications and the strength to get through the pre-op diet. I'd love for us to keep this thread running with our progress throughout the coming months! Fingers crossed for success for all of us!