bjane

Hi, this is bjane. I too had the H-Pylori diagnosed when I had pre op work done. I had to take the Prevacid, Biaxin and amoxicillin and it was a long two weeks. I stuck it out though with following each dose with a cup of yogurt (my daughter is a pharmacist and gave me that tip). After that was over, I found out the they found a big gallstone and I had to have gallbladder surgery. BUT--I did that too and as of one week ago, I had my lapband done and it was what I expected. Lots of gas, discomfort, but I am determined to go forward. I go to the doctor today for post op and I pray they let me start full liquid: this clear liquids is getting to me. Hang in there girls with all the preop. When we're thinner, it will all be worth it.

Hi! This is bjane and I had my lapband on June 5 and I'm on clear liquids. Jello and water and apple juice. I've had lots of gas but overall I'm doing pretty well. I'll see my surgeon on Thursday for 1 week post op appt and I'm looking forward to adding to my food lists. I've lots of rumbling in my stomach and mild discomfort but I'm excited to get going with the weight loss. I lost 14 lbs preop and I'm going to wait and see what the drs scale says on Thursday. I feel like I'm swollen right now and will glad to say goodby to that. Please let me hear from you who may be at the same stage as me. It sure helps to have support from here (hubby is very supportive, but he's not doing this).

Hi, this is bjane and I live in Johnston County. I have been on this journey since early Feb 08. I did all my testing and I've had a few bumps, i e, gallbladder surgery, and it took a while for my ins approval. I am scheduled for June 5 for my lapband with Dr. Paul Enochs of Cary,NC as my surgeon. He did my gallbladder surgery and he is really great. I have been pleased with his office and his PA Lisa is very helpful. Wish me luck as I wish you all the same.

Hi, this is bjane and I have a surgery date. June 5--I havn't told a lot of people because I don't want to jinx myself. I'm anxious about this but I know that this is my chance to improve my health. I've been practicing drinking lots of liquids and watching what I eat ---most times I do pretty good. This is going to be quite a life change for us in this journey but I have lots of family support. I've read and read and read everything I can find and I hope that I've made a wise decision to do this. I need suggestions and advice. Thanks:whatchutalkingabout

Hi Again, bjane here.I got my call from my dr's office today telling me that insurance approval is in. I have to go in on Wed for 2 week followup from gallbladder surgery and I will be scheduled. Now----I'm nervous--I hope I'm making the right decisions here. I know it is what I want to do but change comes hard for me. I really feel this is my last chance to do something about my weight. If I could have done it alone, I would have done it years ago. I have great support from my husband and kids and they think I should get on with the program. I will have lots of questions for my dr. on Wed and I hope the answers will help me with my concerns. Wish me luck! Any one with advice or info, please let me know. Thanks.:biggrin:

I have really already gotten lots of good advice as I have been browsing around the different threads. I really like this site because I want to know how people my age deals with this. I worry about the restriction being too tight but I will deal with that if I get approved by insurance. Thanks for the welcome. bjane

Hi, I'm bjane and I live in NC and I'm 63 years old and working on the Lap Band since early Feb, 08. I've done all the requirements that my doctor requires. I've had several things that I had to do as a result of the testing, had to start on thyroid med and I discovered I have sleep apnea---now I'm trying to adjust to CPAP. THEN--- When I went for my last appt before surgery date, I was informed that I needed gallbladder surgery (done 8 days ago). I'm waiting on insurance approval now. Please wish me luck. I really am ready to get on with the Lap Band even tho I am very nervous.:w00t: