Sue Magoo

Hi: I think I was standing up straight after about two weeks. I had to wear the compression garment 24/7 for the first 4 to 6 weeks and then switched to a spanx type thing. To be honest, the compression garment was more comfortable than spanx. Best wishes to you. Sue

Hi: Please get a slight unfill and you may want to see a nutritionist too. You can become ill from not getting enough nutrients and Vitamins. They can counsel you on what you should be eating with the right restriction level. I hope you're well on your way to a healthy restriction level soon. Take care. Sue

Hi: Oh, I wish it was true that you could keep losing everywhere else without making your face hollow and gaunt. Not so. I still have alot of excess weight in my legs (tree trunks!), however at my lowest a few people asked me if I'd been ill because my face was so gaunt. Not liking how the wrinkles came once the fat was gone. Oh well. I decided that I didn't want to get down to healthy bmi weight because my face looked like crap as I got lower. Happy about 20 pounds higher than healthy bmi. Remember, my excess weight is mostly in my legs. I keep them covered! Best wishes to you. Sue

Hi: I would think that if you're having those two procedures that he could throw in a neck lift for free. Why don't you ask? Lipo probably wouldn't take care of the issue because you probably have loose, empty skin. Lipo works best removing fat, not removing loose skin. Best wishes to you. Please let us know what your plastic surgeon says about the neck. Take care. Sue

Hi: If your pain is getting worse instead of better you should see your doctor. Please call them again and insist that you see someone. Tell them that you're feeling worse when you should be starting to feel better. Do you have a fever? Are you dehydrated? Tell them if you have a fever or if you are getting dehydrated. Let us know how you're feeling. Take care. Sue

Allie: You've always seemed like a "wonderwoman", because you are one. I'm sure you'll kick butt on those 20 pounds like it's nothing. Glad to have you back, and sorry to hear about all that you've been through. Take care. Sue

Kelly: Their support group is primarily informal. He usually has everyone introduce themselves, then has the nutritionist (or sometimes other invited guest) do their speal, and then the floor is open to questions/concerns/comments. I hope to see you there. Take care. Sue

Hi: I think your band is actually below your left rib, so it is probably normal to feel some pain in that area a few days post op. As always, anytime you are concerned, you should call your doctor's office. Feel better soon! Sue

Hi: I was told nothing more than walking for the first six weeks. I only had swelling at the end of the day, and it only swelled where my binder didn't cover. You may be pushing it too much for someone who just had major surgery. Did you ask your doctor about having so much activity three weeks out from surgery? I suggest that you speak with your doctor about how much activity and see if he/she recommends cutting back to help with the swelling. I hope your swelling goes away soon. Take care. Sue

Hi: I started mourning food when I was post op and it made me feel depressed. When I'm depressed I'm exhausted. Luckily it didn't last too long. Some people react differently to anesthesia. If you're eating enough Protein and calories and taking Vitamins it sounds like you're doing the right things. I agree with Sashay02. I hope you feel better soon. Sue

Hi: A runny nose is one of my full signals. If my nose starts to run while I'm eating I have to stop or else something comes back up. I still love my band! Sue

Hi Lola: I got my tummy tuck partially covered by my medical insurance - blue cross blue shield of new england. The reason for the partial coverage is that they would cover a panniculectomy due to the fact that because of the weight loss I had an apron of loose skin hanging on my lower abdomen that was causing rashes. I had pictures taken of the rashes by my lap band surgeon and also by the plastic surgeon. She submitted it to insurance and I paid for the difference between the tummy tuck and the panniculectomy because I thought I wouldn't be happy with the results from just a panniculectomy. I'm very glad that I did it! BEst wishes to you. Take pictures if you're getting rashes and you may be able to get a panniculectomy which is a big step in the right direction. Good luck! Sue

Luckylimey: I hope you feel better soon and get back to your normal, healthy life. Take care and keep us posted. Sue

Hello: My surgeon has everyone stay over and does a barium swallow the next morning to make sure your band looks good before you head home. I would have had to stay at the hospital even if I was outpatient because anesthesia makes me vomit (no matter what they give me to prevent it). It's certainly alot easier to sleep at home. Discuss it with your surgeon. Maybe he/she is flexible with this. Best wishes to you. I love my band! Sue

Yes, Priscilla. I was sitting on the far end of the room from the door. Welcome and best wishes to you with your upcoming surgery.

Hi: If your blood sugar is getting too low you'll feel like crap! I get dizzy and nauseus when I don't have enough nutrition. Feel better soon! Sue

Hi: I have issues with nausea and dizziness if my blood sugar gets too low. Another thing that can cause nausea is an inner ear thing. I hope you feel better soon. Let us know how you're doing. Take care. Sue

Hi: Please call the other Lap Band surgeon's office. Your relationship with your LapBand doctor's office is a long one because of all of the follow up. If they're not cooperative now they'll probably be problematic in the future. It may cause a short delay, but you'll be glad that you switched. Best wishes to you with your band. I love mine! Sue

Hi: This question is aimed at those of us that are 40+. I was just wondering if others who've lost alot feel younger like I do? I am 50 and I feel like I'm 35 again and I've felt this way since I lost my first 125 pounds. Anyone else? I think it's great that I feel this way, and I hope others do too. I love my band! Sue

Hi: I have issues with anesthesia so I've been totally unfilled for my last two surgeries (gallbladder and tummy tuck). Thank goodness for being unfilled because I was vomitting alot after the tummy tuck and it really hurt! I got refilled about a month after tummy tuck and I was fine during that month. Best wishes to you getting to the flat lands! I love my flat tummy. Sue

Wow, you've really had a rough go with your band. I don't have any of the experiences that you've had, but I just wanted to mention that the fact that you're so much closer to a healthier weight should make for your recovery easier. I'll pray for you that you don't have another issue with infection. Take care and let us all know how you make out. Sue

Glad to hear you're doing well. I would have to agree that the Lipo pain was the strongest pain for the first few days. Continue healing and rest alot! Sue

Wannab: Just wondering how you're doing? Let us know when you're up to it. Take care. Sue

Sounds like you may be too tight. You should probably call your surgeon's office and get their advice. Hope you feel better soon. Sue

Wannab: Hope things went well. Rest and recover and remember it's a time to baby yourself even if you get super-bored. Take care. I look forward to seeing your pics. Sue