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Hopeful, thank you too for the information. I agree with you that bread and sugars make fibro worse. I'm sorry to hear that bread makes you sick - but in my case that might be a blessing in disguise since bread is a weakness for me. I have also heard several people say that bread was a problem for them as well, so you are not alone!

Thanks Lana for your comments. I hope your pain gets better. I've heard several people say that they are better after losing weight , so I'm still hoping! Fibro intensity is so variable - who knows, huh?

I appreciate your dilema. In my opinion, I would absolutely get the band first - with no delay and also talk very honestly with your fiance about waiting. It's a health issue that is more than physical - also emotional and mental in becoming comfortable in your own skin. I also think ajoneen has a good idea - get the band/set the day for 1yr. post op and go for it!!! Love yourself sweetheart - we are all imperfect. I will remember you in my prayers. - Ducky

Welcome Saqueen! and Congrats on your new band! How did you feel post - op and how long after were you able to start walking? I am looking forward to becoming more active, I used to walk about 4 mi. per day before my illness and weight gain. Also, I too have sleep apnea and can't tolerate the machine. I looked into other alternative treatments and none were acceptable to me, so I'm looking to the weightloss to resolve this issue (hopefully). Thanks for the 'good luck' and right back at 'cha! Any less pain with fibro is GREAT!

Hi Mom22! Glad to see you have started the journey! Is the 6 month wait going well for you? I also wanted to ask you another question. Do you remember how much weight they wanted you to lose pre-op? Thanks!

Thanks for the reply Long2B, I really do understand what your friend is going through. The first year of my marriage was when I became ill and was bedfast, like your friend, 90 % of the time...awful. It was then that I gained almost 100 lbs. I am so glad to hear that she reached her goal. It gives me hope and encouragment. Does she maintain any exercise plan? The fibro fog is what concerns me most. I have days when I fear I will forget what I'm supposed to do post op. I just pray the Lord will keep me and enable me to do what I must. Tell your friend - I will pray for her. God bless you both.

Hey Neighbors! I am from Memphis/Cordova TN. My surgeon is Dr. Woodman and I turn my final paperwork in tomorrow! :redface: Dr. Woodman's office told me it could be 2 wks to 12 wks before getting an approval from my insurance. Are any of you Dr. Woodman's patients? And, if so, do any of you know if he requires a specific weight loss before surgery? If so, how much and does he do the liquid pre-op diet like some surgeons? I worry that I haven't lost enough. My 6 month Dr. supervised diet only produced a 14 lb. loss for me. It's very exciting to see so many TN banders! I look forward to chatting and making new friends! Thanks! :hurt:

I turn my final paperwork in tomorrow! :redface: Dr. Woodman's office told me it could be 2 wks to 12 wks before getting an approval from my insurance. Do any of you who are Dr. Woodmans patient know if he requires a specific weight loss before surgery? If so, how much and does he do the liquid pre-op diet like some surgeons? I worry that I haven't lost enough. My 6 month Dr. supervised diet only produced a 14 lb. loss for me. :hurt: Thanks!

Hey Memphis Lady!:tt2: Just saw your post and wanted to introduce myself. I am a fellow Memphian and also seeing Dr. Woodman. I am in the final stages of turning everything in to his office and waiting on a date. Were you able to find 'better deal' since you are a self-pay? I am very blessed that my insurance will cover this surgery although to my knowledge they cover no office visits, fill or post op general stuff. Where are you in the process now? Hope to keep in touch - since we're neighbors!! :thumbup:

Hang in there, Yvonne! I will pray for you tonight that the Lord will help you, strengthen and comfort you as you approach surgery. I'm sure you will be able to get back on track. God bless you,

Hey Koz, Thanks for the help on the ticker!

Hi Long2B, I hope your friend hangs in there. Has she reached her weight loss goal? How is her fatigue and energy levels? I feel like I'm in the dark where this is concerned - hope I didn't ask too many questions. :-) Thanks for your help.

Hi Liz, Thanks for the reply - and good luck on your band! You are a little ahead of me in this process. I would love to keep in touch as we start this journey. It would be a great support for me to be able to relate to someone with fibromyalgia. Im no longer able to work outside the home and my pain levels can be level 10 on any given moment. Do you experience any of the "fibro-fog"? I am a little concerned about losing my focus during these bad days and not being able to care a new band properly. What do you think?

Hey Banders! I have Fibromyalgia and am concerned about the Lap Band surgery's effect on people who have that disease. Can anyone help me? I don't want to falsely get my hopes up that losing weight will relieve some of my symptoms. But, on the same hand - I am so very hopeful! Thanks!

Thanks J, I was wondering - Did you have doubts about which surgery to have? After reading the lap-band complications, I became concerned with the 'cost' - in the event one of said complications were to happen. I started thinking , maybe once and for all by-pass might be better, but I don't know.

Congrats on the band! Hope you are feeling better soon. I am waiting for final paperwork/scheduling to get mine. I am looking forward to my new tool, but not the pain or the 'gas'..lol .

Congrats Sandy and your decision! I feel the same way. Life long battle and just can't defeat the enemy (fat) by myself. Look forward to hearing from you during our process. Do you happen to know how to post a ticker? I am failing miserably..lol!!! I may have to start a new thread (Ticker's for dummies...hahha) No kiddin' I would appreciate any help you could give me. Thanks,

Hi! Twinmommie, I just finished my 6 mo. diet requirement as well. It is good to find someone at the same stage as myself. Hope to talk more! Good Luck Too!

Hi ! My nickname is Ducky. :thumbup: I am waiting for my lap band and just joined as well. My insurance required a 6 month supervised diet and I've just completed that. Hopefully my wait won't be long. It sounds like you are doing great so far! How many babies? I have one little boy.

:huh2: Hello Everyone! My nickname is Ducky and I am completing requirements for Lap Band surgery. My surgeon is Dr. Woodman from Memphis, TN. I am getting excited because my 6 month supervised diet (required by insurance) is complete and I am almost ready to turn in all my paperwork and wait for a date!!!:thumbs_down: I am happily married to my soul-mate and mother of one precious little boy. They are a big part of my decision for a better life. I also have fibromyalgia and would love to hear from anyone who is dealing with this disease. Hopefully, weight loss will help my pain, but I really haven't heard from anyone who has gone through this surgery and also has this disease. Look forward to chatting!