Lisa B

Hi everyone, I just wanted to let you all know that my surgery was on Monday August 3rd. I'm 6 days post op and I'm really doing well. There were no complications and I'm drinking my Water like a Pro! I also get mushies but very very tiny amounts. I asked the doctor if I could have my Lap Band once he removed it since I had bought and paid for it, but due to Govt. Regulations he had to destroy the band. Hope your all doing well. Lisa B

I get red all over and itch from the top of my head to the bottom of my toes.... the doc never tested me to see if I was allergic to Codein but said I was more than likely allergic to it- So maybe i'm not? lol

Today the doctors office faxed me back the paper work for my surgery to turn into my work. For the Gastric Bypass I will be off Aug 3 to August 31. So that's 4 weeks. Then they have on the form that for one year It will be optional to work 4 hour days - I guess this is a clause in case I have trouble? 24 days til surgery! I'm getting very excited!

That's good to know! I don't handle pain all that well- So Liquid form is a good form!!! Codein does not like me! Makes me red and itchy all over!:001_tt2:

Wasn't sure where to post since I don't think there is a Gastric Bypass section here (if there is.. sorry for posting in the wrong spot) My surgery for the Gasric Bypass is August 3rd. I know it's a painful surgery and I'm allergic to Codein. Was wondering once I get home from the hospital how or what I would take for pain? Is there liquid meds by prescription? I will be off for a minimum of 4 weeks- I'm hopeful my procedure goes well. And that I can begin exercising / walking right away. I'm very hopeful that my skin will shrink with my weight loss. I was told by many friends that exercising could help this process? So I'm all for it. Hope everyone is doing well. Haven't been on this site for several days. Lisa B

Deciding on WLS is very difficult, then deciding on which one to get is also a very difficult decsion. But having made both decisions should put your mind at ease... Yes it is natural to be scared and you should be- If you weren't I think there would be some concern. I'm glad you've been able to make your surgery choice. I wish you the very best luck and I'm sure you will do wonderful with the Sleeve or whichever surgery you chose.

:confused1: That's what I'm talkin about!!!:thumbup1: I'm a girl who WANTS to partake in that kind of Activity.... Too much is never enough if you know what I mean- So .... I'm pretty sure as soon as my incisions are feeling comfy I will be all over the situation!!:001_tongue::lol0::001_tt2::biggrin2:

Now that I've chosen the RNY as my revision surgery it was reccommended by ladiesassie to ask about Protein shakes.... A person at work told me I should drink the already made Low Carb Slim Fast shakes- 20 grams of Protein and -0- sugar..... Is this something I can drink right out of the gate? would it be too sweet for me? Also what other types of drinks in powder form are GREAT tasting? I don't mind blending them up as long as they taste good. I really don't want to lose my hair ( My hair has already thinned out from the lap band) So it's important that I get in enough protein to keep what I have left :tongue_smilie: Any in sight would be very helpful to me. So let me know what your favorite high Protein Drink is- It must be sugar free though- I'm sure it will be difficult to find good tasting drinks that are sugar free.....:thumbdown: Hey you guys have a great Tuesday today!!!! Only two more working days left this week!!! :thumbup: Thanks again for your insight!!:biggrin2:

Ahhh Thanks everyone!!! It was such a difficult decision... I'm glad the date has been set- Now i just have to step through the next few whoops and of course pay for the surgery and then I will be on my way. Thanks for the welcome arms- I really appreciate it

Hi everyone. I'm recently new to this site. I came here because I was determined to get the sleeve done and remove my band. Today I scheduled my surgery but decided on the RNY over the Sleeve. My surgeon really feels that I would do better with the RNY over the sleeve - Because I love sweets, and I know how easy it is to eat around my lap band I've decided to go with the RNY as my revision. I feel that I've made a good decision and Hopefully with determination I will be a success story. I owe each of you who post a big Thank you-- I've learned alot about the sleeve and was originally my choice for Revision. Thank you for posting your experiences and your success stories. This is a great forum- I hope it's okay if I continue to come back and visit and post even though I'm not a sleeved person. Your all so inspirational! My surgery date is Aug 3rd!!!

When I Called the office earlier this week I specifically asked the RN about time off between the Sleeve and the Bariatric - she said 4 weeks no matter which surgery... So I'm not sure???? It's done Lapriscopically and I have a desk job...

I'm booking my surgery tomorrow - They told me they have a July 27th date available. They told me I would take my Educational 4 hour class two weeks before the surgery - They said they would review the Pre op and post op diets at that time. I know each doctor is different on diet requirements, but wondering why they would wait two weeks prior to the surgery? I must admit that I've gained some weight since the doctor took my fill out. I can eat anything now, and I'm hungry all the time. I need to get back on track and make better choices. It's been nice being able to eat normally again... first time in 4.5 years.... but it's not nice gaining the weight. I'm really looking forward to my surgery.!!!

My Sleeve doctor quoted me 4 weeks off after surgery? Wonder why? Is it because it's in the States?

I'm also Banded. I have the 4cc band- but hopefully soon to be sleeved!!!!