spayneuter2008

You have made a wonderful decision to get banded. It's the only thing that has helped me to lose weight of all the things I've tried in the past. Good luck and I'll be thinking about you on your surgery date.

I was lapbanded about 6 months ago, Sept. 30, 2008. I have lost a total of 40 pounds and have 20 to go. But I'm in trouble. I have been eating like crazy. Has anyone tried Super Hoodia90? (I think that's what it's called.) I'm thinking I may need that to help me decrease my appetite. I will be going in for another fill next Thursday, but now I'm eating a lot of soft foods to fill me up, probably an emotional hunger. I have joined a local athletic club but am not starting with a trainer until Monday. HELP!!!!!!

Your picture is beautiful. You look so happy. I am down 33 pounds. Surgery was Sept. 30th, this year. I just had my third fill. They are taking it slowly with me. I still don't feel the restriction others describe, but am sticking to 1000 cals a day, below 20 fat grams and drinking lots and lots of Crystalite. The only starch I eat is one serving of cream of wheat at night. You mentioned a Protein bar -- which one? Also, what kind of exercise regimen are you on? I haven't started mine yet. I HATE to exercise but know I have to begin. My clothes size is going down very slowly. If you have time, could you tell me what you eat in a day? Thanks, you are so nice and helpful. Betty Dilley Germantown, TN 186/153/117 9/30/08 Dr. Woodman

Well, I read your story again and it really really has helped me. I now have a new surgery date for Tuesday, Sept. 30th. Do you have any pictures posted?

Your story really helped me. I am also 5 feet tall. My lapband surgery is on Tuesday, Sept. 30th. Thank you for telling your story. I have many of the same feelings you mentioned.

Am I glad I read your story! I am also 5 feet tall and am in a size 18-20. My lapband surgery is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 30th. I wish I could be in your audience when you speak. I know everyone there will be very inspired.

That's wonderful. I loved reading your story. I'm having my band on Tues (Sept. 30th).

That's wonderful. Thank you for sharing your story. I am having my surgery on Tuesday (Sept. 29).

Hi Joanie, I really loved reading your story. I too am 5 feet tall. I've been wishing that there would be more positive, hopeful and helpful stories, and then found out that this thread had been started. I'm going to save all the stories to help me. My surgery was scheduled for Aug. 12 but cancelled the evening prior because there was some question about slow motility of my esophagus. But I have had that checked and it is normal, so I'm hoping that my surgery will be rescheduled within a week or two. I just wanted to let you know how much I liked hearing about your life. And I'm so happy to know you. Betty Dilley Germantown, TN

Thank you for sharing your story. I should be getting my surgery date on Tuesday (Sept. 16) and hope it will be within a week or so. I have been hoping to find more positive stories. I read a lot of whining and negativism and I can do without that. I will save your story to read over and over.

I'm a little confused by all this. What does becoming a friend mean? Does it mean we exchange email addresses? If so, mine is betty_dilley@comcast.net.

Please keep me posted about your sister. My age may have something to do with the esophageal problem. I'm 63. I hope that your sister is able to get the lapband surgery that she wants. I hope I do too!

My Aug. 12th band surgery was cancelled because my upper GI test showed a hiatal hernia and a problem with my esophagus. For the latter, I will meet with a GI specialist tomorrow for a consultation to get a manometry. My band doctor said he could fix the hiatal hernia, but the two together made him want to do more testing before the surgery. My reflux is successfully treated with Nexium and has been for a long time. I have no symptoms. I am so afraid that I won't be able to have the LapBand surgery. Does anyone know anything about this?

My surgery date is Tuesday, Aug. 12. I am nervous, which I know is normal. It seems like all I've been reading lately is disappointments, negative issues, etc. I would like to find a place where I can read up on the patients who have had their Lapbands and are expressing the positives. In other words, is the Band really the wonderful thing it is supposed to be? Please guide me to those types of good responses. Thanks.

This is very helpful info. I'll take it to my doctor's office. I'm already on Nexium. I DO get very nauseous from general anesthesia. I'll mention the patch. Thank you so very much. Betty, Germantown, TN

LOVE your attitude. I'm getting banded Aug 12th. Can't wait to "see" from you again on this forum.

I had my one week preop today. I get banded on Aug. 12th. How are you doing?

I did my one-week preop today. I haven't gotten any prescriptions. Should I call my doctor tomorrow and ask about that? I want to be prepared. How do you feel? Are you nervous?

How are you doing with your weight control at this time? I got the feeling you were talking "at" others and not including yourself.

I think you just have to try to detach from her opinion. Perhaps you could write what she said down on a thin piece of paper and flush it down the toilet, like a "ritual cleansing." And keep steering your thoughts back to the brass ring -- permanent weight loss. I have not told anyone in my family nor my friends that I'm having my LapBand surgery on August 12 (just two weeks away) just for this very reason -- I refuse to be a sounding board for their opinions, as I'm sure a lot of them would be negative. And after the surgery, the positives will really be nice to hear. The only person who knows outside of the clinic is my husband. He is a control freak, wanting to say "what," "when," "how," about everything. I just ignore him and keep remembering the brass ring. Hope this helps. I do understand where you're coming from. I know I'm not your sister, but I would like to say that the decisions you make for your health and well-being are to be applauded. You go girl!

Which Friday? Friday, July 25th?

My doctor said I didn't need to lose any weight for surgery, but not to gain any either. I have been eating only Protein and fruits and vegetables, and have not been drinking with meals, but have been drinking a lot between meals. I still eat a lot, but am trying to eat the correct things. I also have sugar-free, fat-free treats (like ice cream and pudding and SF chocolate syrup) -- I hope that's okay. I am treadmilling 30 minutes about 3 times a week and getting up to 3 mph. I have an appt. with my nutritionist to go grocery shopping with me on July 30 (my surgery is Aug. 12) so I'll be prepared. I was supposed to go out with a group of women who regularly goes out for dinner when it's someone's birthday, and we have plans on, of all dates, Aug. 12th, so I am going to have to think of an excuse, because I haven't told anyone about my plans for LapBand surgery except my husband. I will talk about it freely afterwards, but don't want to discuss it prior to Aug. 12th. Gee, it feels good to get this all out.

I'm really new to this forum. I'm not sure I understand your blog, coolcrystal. Have you had the lapband? If so, where in the process are you? Betty Dilley betty_dilley@comcast.net

Thanks for your GREAT post. Where did you get the "train"? As far as the breeding is concerned, I think between Oprah Winfrey and her show on puppy mills and local and national organizations are taking an aggressive stance on animal rights issues and are making a difference. Betty Dilley (spayneuter2008) P.S. Is there anywhere I can read about your experience with LapBand?

I enjoyed reading your post. I look forward to reading more about your LapBand experience. Betty