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Wow that's great!! To not have enough fat left you must be a lean mean bariatric machine ;0)

How was the pain of the surgery compared with the weight loss version and are you happy with the look hon?

Ps.. How much did you lose if you don't mind me asking?

Yeah my body fat was at 18% pre plastics not sure if that's changed--I have become a marathon runner and practice yoga 3-4x a week.

I went from 271 to 135 so lost 136lbs.

Pain--well hard to say because in addition to the boobs I had a Tummy Tuck and arm lift at the same time and overall recovery and pain was much worse that WLS! If I had and only one procedure would have probably been better!!!

WOW!! Congratulations!!! If I can lose half that I'll be happy! I'm starting yoga next week but a bit worried as my port gets irritated when I lay on it but I'm sure it will be fine. That's a lot of hard work and dedication, you must be so proud.. And brave to have all of that done at once!

I've been doing thermo and Lipo wraps.. That and collagen gel which has shrunk my stomach and got rid of stretch marks although I'm not sure of lasting effects at the moment.

I was thinking that if I can get the fat breast job then it shrinks the stomach, things and bum which are always the problem areas so what can't be to love.. Just to find out reviews of it really.

Any other surgery I'll hang on for and see what the results look like first to save additional pain and expense (that's because I'm tight ;0)

Reg prices for fat transplant.. They vary country to country to best google it for your area hon. Good luck and let me know how you get on x

Wow that's great!! To not have enough fat left you must be a lean mean bariatric machine ;0)

How was the pain of the surgery compared with the weight loss version and are you happy with the look hon?

Ps.. How much did you lose if you don't mind me asking?

Hi guys,

I had weight loss surgery about six months ago and have now lost over three stone, I only have 2 to go until I am at my ideal weight. I have heard about the fat transfer breast enhancements and wonder if anybody else has had this? Sounds like a great way to aid in my further weight loss as well as replenish my somewhat saggy boobs.

Anyone had this done or had any other breast implants post surgery, and can you tell me if you have this done at your ideal weight or before?

Many thanks you beautiful people!!

Thanks guy, I'm sure it is nothing serious (she says hopefully).. The Docs did say that it may be the final sutures releasing as they dissolve but I thought they would have already gone by now with it being a few months post surgery.

Thanks for the input, I'll try and take it easy and see how it goes.. Just hope it settles soon as sad as it sounds I'm actually missing exercise and I NEVER thought I'd say that lol

X

Hi Guys,

hope you are all well?

I had my gastric band fitted 2 months ago, weight loss and whole experience has been excellent to date... no complaints at all apart from port site pain.

It started 2 weeks ago after my first fill, it feels like stitch from exercise but that cannot be to fault as i've been taking it really steady and it only really comes on if I've ever stretched too much or have been sitting at work.. but I'm wondering if it really should be happening at all.

The pain is intermittent and comes on like a REALLY sharp stab that leaves me feeling quite sore and sick but once it abates it just feels like ive been punched so I'm assuming it may be muscular? I had a beautiful back massage on Saturday and felt no pain at all but only an hour or so later.. there it was again.

No idea if its from laying on it, crunching my stomach and putting pressure on the port area when sat or what but I wondering if anyone had experienced the same and if there is anything I can do to help it?

all help, as ever, will be greatly appreciated.

Very many thanks

D x

Hi Guys,

hope you are all well?

I had my gastric band fitted 2 months ago, weight loss and whole experience has been excellent to date... no complaints at all apart from port site pain.

It started 2 weeks ago after my first fill, it feels like stitch from exercise but that cannot be to fault as i've been taking it really steady and it only really comes on if I've ever stretched too much or have been sitting at work.. but I'm wondering if it really should be happening at all.

The pain is intermittent and comes on like a REALLY sharp stab that leaves me feeling quite sore and sick but once it abates it just feels like ive been punched so I'm assuming it may be muscular? I had a beautiful back massage on Saturday and felt no pain at all but only an hour or so later.. there it was again.

No idea if its from laying on it, crunching my stomach and putting pressure on the port area when sat or what but I wondering if anyone had experienced the same and if there is anything I can do to help it?

all help, as ever, will be greatly appreciated.

Very many thanks

D x

Thanks bandista.. I'll get on to the docs today xx

Hi guys, I'm still on the liquid stage of the post op diet but I am taking in too much air when I drink.

I keep hiccuping after drinking which may be a good sign but it hurts.

Generally about 2-4 mins after drinking I get really bad trapped wind in my chest and as I am unable to burp it gets stuck and feels sore. I can get rid of this with Windeeze but it takes some time.

Is it better to gulp drinks (thought being ill take on less air) or sip little bit by little bit??

Any ideas on how I can take in less air??

Very many thanks in advance!

Thanks G, that helps set my mind at rest... Oh and of course, hello to you too!! ;0)

Thanks so much for your advice everyone, it's fabulous to hear the success stories and tips for how I can follow in your footsteps!!

1 week to go and I cannot wait!!! Xx

Thanks!!!! That is such a good response, I've had little or no responses to some of my posts so I was losing hope ;0)

I shall heed that advise wisely, but it's the be prepared but that worries me.

Can I ask what you take with you to eat if you're out and about, or for work for example?

Thanks again

X

No.. I'm due it in less then 2 weeks hum

Hi Guys,

I am due my op in less then 2 weeks and the time seems to be coming up fast!!!

I already regard the op date (14th March 2015) as my new birthday... the date my new life will start. Along with the main changes that come along with the surgery I am anxious to make this new start a healthy and happy one.

Does anyone have any tips to ensure I start my life in the best way possible, I don't want to fall into old/bad habits and so I'd love to hear from people who have managed to create a new and healthy structure to their new lives. one of my worries is healthy choices for my 6 meals a day, especially whilst at work or out and about where I don't have the same options available to me.

Don't be a stranger, please get in touch.

Many thanks

Dannii

We'll be fine hon.. Just imagine what we'll look like at the other side. Do you have much to lose?

Howdy all,

I have finally decided to take control of my diet, my future and my life by getting my Band fitted.

I'm due for the op on 14th March and would love to hear from others about their outlooks, concerns and coping strategies.

I'm so excited about what the future holds but I'd be lying if I told you that I wasn't nervous about what the road has in store ahead.

Anyway enough of my ramblings if you want to get in touch then please feel free and a huge congratulations to all of you who have done so well with your inspiring stories and good luck to everyone else who's just starting out xx

Hiya honey... I'm due in for my banding on 14th March, how are you feeling about it?

I'm so excited about what the outcome will be and can't wait to meet the new me although I'd be lying if I said I wasn't nervous about the journey ahead x

Hi all, I'm due for my band op in 2 short weeks and I, like others I'm guessing have really mixed feeling right about now.. Excited and elated about the 'new me' but with some trepidation about the journey ahead.

I know there are no support groups in basingstoke but I'd love to hear from any local banders or banders to be to see if we can share experiences.