LoraLei2

You put in the time.
You put in the money.

You go to all the appointments and you jump through all the hoops.
You do the pre-op diet.

You have the surgery.

You cared enough about yourself to make the commitment to WLS and you physically and permanently alter your body...


And then you get mad because someone tells you not to eat the d@mn taco? Not to drink alcohol or soda 2.783 days after surgery? To put down the freaking pizza'? To stop eating bread/rice/pasta/bananas/hoagies/20oz steaks TEMPORARILY while your body heals and you get to your goal weight? To actually stick to YOUR doctor's plan?

Even better, you get mad when they only do so AFTER you ASKED????

SERIOUSLY PEOPLE?

Yes. I'd guess most of us have head hunger and cravings. I'd guess most of us had a nibble or sip of something off plan. I've no doubt that most of us were not 100% compliant 100% of the time. But I'd also guess that those of us who have done this, gotten to goal weight and stayed there have been compliant the majority of the time. I'd also guess that many of us who have been successful would appreciate a swift kick in the rear if/when we ask a question I bet we already know the answer to.

It's not rocket science and this isn't Romper Room. Make good choices, stick to your doctor's orders or don't, but don't get mad if you fail to get the results you want when you refuse to do what you are supposed to do. And don't get mad when someone tells you that what you are putting in your mouth isn't the best idea in the world even though you want it right now.

Value yourself more than that. Seriously.

Just a quick update on my revision..... YES it is the best decision I have made to get that lapband yanked. I FEEL NORMAL.....i am in one-derland i have not been there in 30 years. I have lost 62# in 71\2 months. I have had cpap issues, still have to use it. my general health is good, i have structural problems, weight loss only improves it. I am exercising regularly. I have plateaued, so i am doubling down logging my food with FITNESS PAL, Protein watch and carb count. My attitude has vastly improved. It is interesting that i believe my voice was not heard, as a fatter heavier person, i did not think i could or should be heard. I believe the farther in the background i could be the better. Anyone else experience these sort of things.
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Yes absolutely...... I am nearing 60 though...... everything slows down.! But I keep losing that's what I'm tickled about Sent from my LG-H740 using the BariatricPal App

I have had some of the same probs. My band was placed in '08. Filled unfilled, flled, unfilled, scoped 2x swallow tests, also have a hiatal hernia. Kidney stones. Thyroid surgery. Then came the reflux. Throwing up, not being able to sleep laying down. Aspirating.... I was ready to give up and just yank it. Then I had soul searching to do. Am I scared? Yes. I want to LIVE, not exist or get by. Am I off base? My surgery is July 20.

Please keep us posted on your developments. I am so pumped about it all.

I have my approval for band to bypass. JULY 20! I am nervous & excited. The band has been a pain, literally. Hubbark1 i am interested in the answers.

Make sure meats are MOIST!! Happened to me too. Mince dice, and ChewChewChew. Very Important process.
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Do not be concerned at this point. I Was 10months out & stalled. Get your Protein & cardio in, Water too. I use fitnesspal to track food & nutrition. A huge FREE help????.
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Do not be concerned at this point. I Was 10months out & stalled. Get your Protein & cardio in, Water too. I use fitnesspal to track food & nutrition. A huge FREE help????.
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Do not be concerned at this point. I Was 10months out & stalled. Get your Protein & cardio in, Water too. I use fitnesspal to track food & nutrition. A huge FREE help????.
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I've decided I'm never going to miss a "Transformation Tuesday" again. it keeps me focused on what i'm doing, what i'm trying to accomplish and reminds me where i came from. im still a work in progress but everyday i get closer.

Just a quick update on my revision..... YES it is the best decision I have made to get that lapband yanked. I FEEL NORMAL.....i am in one-derland i have not been there in 30 years. I have lost 62# in 71\2 months. I have had cpap issues, still have to use it. my general health is good, i have structural problems, weight loss only improves it. I am exercising regularly. I have plateaued, so i am doubling down logging my food with FITNESS PAL, Protein watch and carb count. My attitude has vastly improved. It is interesting that i believe my voice was not heard, as a fatter heavier person, i did not think i could or should be heard. I believe the farther in the background i could be the better. Anyone else experience these sort of things.
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I am 7 years out on my band I have had nothing but problems for the last 3. I have struggled to maintain what little weight loss that I did achieve. Developed seen kidney stones,thyroid disease other rebellious body problems that I suspect are related to the band. Hindsight is greater than foresight or wishes. I should have gone with the bypass in the beginning. I am now 58 and under going this surgery to hopefully halt the progression of the "fat" diseases or co-morbidities.Lose the weight and be healthier so I can livelonger to enjoy retiring.

Nybody out there starting this adventure that is in their 50's?

I am in STL. Still in the pre-op stage and working with Dr. Scott at mynewself bariatrics!

I have had some of the same probs. My band was placed in '08. Filled unfilled, flled, unfilled, scoped 2x swallow tests, also have a hiatal hernia. Kidney stones. Thyroid surgery. Then came the reflux. Throwing up, not being able to sleep laying down. Aspirating.... I was ready to give up and just yank it. Then I had soul searching to do. Am I scared? Yes. I want to LIVE, not exist or get by. Am I off base? My surgery is July 20.

I am 7 years out on my band I have had nothing but problems for the last 3. I have struggled to maintain what little weight loss that I did achieve. Developed seen kidney stones,thyroid disease other rebellious body problems that I suspect are related to the band. Hindsight is greater than foresight or wishes. I should have gone with the bypass in the beginning. I am now 58 and under going this surgery to hopefully halt the progression of the "fat" diseases or co-morbidities.Lose the weight and be healthier so I can livelonger to enjoy retiring.

I have a hiatal hernia and godawful reflux. They told me I would benefit also. I am so looking forward to lying down and not feeling like I am drowning. I am going from a band to bypass.

Zackly, i am 5 days post op from lapband revised to bypass. Why bypass? The band is a complete failure for me due to complications and me not listening to the surgical experts. I am 58 had the band at 51 lost, regained, lot health issues, thyroid, kidney stones insulin Resistance. Do not turn a blind eye to the bypass, it is still the gold standard. The sleeve is good if reflux is not in the picture. It was a no brainer for me as reflux was the reason i could not sleep, by pass was the way for me. Yes i had to get around that part where my plumbing was rerouted. I take one small chewable Vitamin A day for the rest of my life, i was anyway. And pump up the Calcium. I was 236 preop weight 231 5'3" tall. I was concerned about my age, in the end it did not make the difference. My health, my life with my husband, and our dreams together are what has made the difference. Go for it, being free of the things that made you sick was the catalyst for me. I have post op pain yes. I am doing everything the doc saya to do so I plan on being successful. Let is all know your decision.

Onederland here i come!
Being healthy inside & out.
Buy a pair of size 5 underwear!
Be an example for my other obese family members!
Longevity! enough to live my dream of travel & hiking!
Free of most joint & back pain. Most damage already done, so stop progression of diseases related to obesity.
CPAP FREE!
Mostly to live IN the arms of my wonderful husband for the rest of our days.

The minute I made the decision to have the surgery, all of my habits went away. It was weird. I am a person that LOVES coke/pepsi & fast food. But now? I still love fast food, but I am 4 weeks out of the carbonation beverages. I been drinking unsweet tea, Water, lemonade, & juice. I find myself looking at the nutrition label & making sure it has Protein & not much sugar or 0 sugar.
I sitll eat too fast, but I decided since I gave up caffeine, now I will give up fast food. Then I will make sure my portions are smaller..
I think something 'clicked' inside of my brain & I am happy that I am making better choices.
I know how you feel though. Every time I made better choices, guess what? I went backwards b/c I wanted coke with the biggest burger at the fast food place. Then I would eat when I got home. My eating was out of control. In a way, it is still out of control. But I find myself telling myself out loud, NO. Whenever I want to cheat or do wrong, I just say outloud, NO. I find that is helping a lot.
I think you should tell your therapist how you feel. Don't keep your feelings inside.
Here if you ever need a ear.
Prayers for you & your struggles.

@@jss1988 It's a daily struggle

Onederland here i come!
Being healthy inside & out.
Buy a pair of size 5 underwear!
Be an example for my other obese family members!
Longevity! enough to live my dream of travel & hiking!
Free of most joint & back pain. Most damage already done, so stop progression of diseases related to obesity.
CPAP FREE!
Mostly to live IN the arms of my wonderful husband for the rest of our days.

Going to Disneyland next year on my grand babies birthday and being able to walk around and enjoy my family without being tired and out of breath