idontcare123

Hey all! IM in Mobile. I've been struggling for the last 2 months and just wondering if there is anyone in Mobile who would enjoy going to the gym, park, or somewhere to exercise together

Didn't know we had a support group! Would also be hard for me to get to.

Cool. I was banded by Dr. Weinstein on Sept 24 07. How much have you lost?

Anyone banded in Mobile?

I originally expected to be out a week, but decided to do 2 weeks. I went back to work on a Wednesday and decided i didn't want to push myself.

I was banded sept 24th. I will be on mushies on Oct 8. I started at 276 before pre-op diet and as of today im down to 255

I was banded on sept 24 and my fill is oct 28th

I never had mine ooze or anything. It never scabbed over either. Took the strip things off about day 6 My other cuts have scabbed over though

Im getting my first fill 4 weeks after surgery. I think it costs 150$

angel, the lapband definitely is not magic. It controls your appetitie, but not your mind. I had my surgery a week ago monday and my mind is still the same as it was before. You will still have your cravings, etc. It's just something you need to overcome. Like today... I cheated and highly regret it. I was bored so I went up to Sonic and got me an order of cheese sticks. I ate four of them and felt like I was going to vomit all over the place. But, now I realize why I got the lapband. I've lost 20+ lbs now and my mind is set of my future. I hope to become married, have children, etc... that is what keeps me going. Find a hobby or something that will keep your mind off of food!

My dietrician and doctor required 10 days of liquids then 3 days prior to surgery clear liquids.

Mscas3, surgery is a piece of cake compared to the pre-op diet

My doctor required blood test, urinalisis, Upper GI, EKG and chest x-ray

I didn't take any blood thinners prior to surgery. However, when I got to the hospital they placed these pump things on my legs they pumped up and down. I also received 5 blood thinner shots after surgery. (Not sure what i got during)

On my right side, about an inch from center