Brockbabe82

You definitely want to get your Protein in so they are kinda essential at this point. Try some different shakes , there is a big variety out there. I don't think there are many people who like the shakes but we all kinda have to suck it up. I am using the no sugar added carnation instant Breakfast and it is alright, definitely better then some of the others. Good luck and remember protein, protein, protein.:cursing:

Good luck sweetie!!!!:cursing::thumbup::blushing:

I too experienced some odd symptoms after my banding. For one thing I was hot one second, then freezing the next. I then have had issues sleeping since. I finally bought melatonin last night and that seemed to help. I am sure there are many of us experiencing the same issues. Hope yours gets better.:cursing:

Congrats on your approval. I would just say go into this knowing it is not a quick fix and you will have to work with the band. Try and relax, and enjoy the excitement of your new life. Good luck!!!:cursing:

Congrats on entering bandland. As far as any advise, follow what the doc says. Bring a pillow to the hospital, the ride home you can hug it and going over the bumps won't be as bad. Make sure you try and relax tommorow, the calmer you are the easier this will be. ( I know, hard thing to do) My last word of advice is surround yourself with people who support you. This is the beginning of your new life , enjoy it.:confused: GOOD LUCK!!!!!:cursing::thumbup::blushing:

I cannot speak for everyone but we all have feelings of fear and doubt. Yes, there are complications but hey there are complications for being overweight to. I was terrified, cried for days before. Other then some pain this has been the best experience of my life. I was banded on Nov 14 and have already lost 16 lbs, I would have never been able to have done this without the band. Good luck in whatever decision you choose.:cursing:

Awesome!! Keep up the good work.:cursing::thumbup::blushing:

For my preop diet I did weight watchers and completely cut out soda. It worked and I lost 25 lbs in 1 1/2 months. Speak with a nutrisionist and see what kind of diet they can help you with. I also really practiced not eating and drinking at the same time and chewing A LOT!!!!!!!!! Good luck.:thumbup:

I was wondering if I too was the only one with this problem .lol. It does feel weird and I am told by friends who have had this that it is totally normal. I feel mine sticking out and it drives me crazy, but I am sure it will get better as the weight comes of. Good luck hunny.

I was banded on 11/14 and I too am having problems with swelling. It is mostly where the port is but it makes wearing pants very uncomfortable. When do people start feeling less sore?

welcome and keep up the good work.

I'm sorry that you are feeling so down, all I can say is you've come to a great place to vent and be listened to. As far as your documented diets, have you ever been on weight watchers, L.A. weightloss, nutrisystem, any of those types of things? I had documentation but those were also included in the list. Although it stinks you have to be on a 6 month diet, take advantage of it, it will help you get in the mid set that you need to be in for after the surgerys done. It also might make you feel a little bit better about yourself, I know my preop diet did. Good luck and keep us posted.

You sound like you will be okay. I guess if that occurs again in the next couple of days I would call the doctor. Remember you are healing and there is a lot of pressure. Hope your feeling better.

There are a great deal of insurance companies that approve and pay for this surgery. Some require a 6 month supervised diet before hand but that is a small price to pay to say $20,000. Call your insurance company, call some bariatric surgeons in your area and see if they have a seminar you can attend. From there they should aid you in the correct steps towards your goal of surgery. good luck.

way 2 go froggi!!! Keep up the good work.

I too had my psych guy tell me that I am depressed and need to address it before surgery. I was so upset but I realized I needed to be proactive about my own health and I told him exactly how I felt. My brother was killed in Sept 2007, and he was my best friend. I told the doc that anyone in their right mind would be upset and if he could not understand that then I want my file and I will go else where. He met with me one more time and then approved me. I actually continued to see him to deal with my emotional issues. Every single one of us have negative feelings towards our weight, and the way our "lifes" are going (being overweight in a thin world), you think they would understand that since we are interested in the lap band. Call your doctor and see if he wants you to lose a certain amount and go from there. All I can say is stand up for yourself, and do your best. Good luck and keep us posted.

I am sorry this experience happened to you. One of my jobs is a waitress and I am told to never ask questions, just do as the customer wants. The waiter and manager were extremely rude, and you should definitely call the customer service line or call the general manager of the restaurant. Good luck.

Hey hun, I was just banded on Nov 14 and school was one of my biggest worries. I intended on going back to school on a monday when my surgery was on a friday, but it was too much. I was lucky to be able to take a couple of days off but going back I really had to take it slow. Make sure you give yourself the time you need and let your professors know ahead of time , just in case you need to get up and move, or get a drink. I hope everything goes well.

I'm glad to hear that your surgery went well! Keep up the good work.

I was banded on November 14 and I am still swollen mostly at the port site. Everyday it goes down a bit more. Good luck to all of you.

I have too been overweight for a really long time. When I was 17 I began a program that was the beginning steps to be approved for wls. After going through the steps they told me I was too young for the surgery. I was devastated. After that I tried countless diets where I would lose some and gain it back. I finally had enough and I went to a different doctor and began my process in June, and was banded on November 14. I am also 20. There are many doctors out there who band people who are 18 and older, and I know there are some who do it younger. I don't think age is as important as the maturity level. You need to be completely open to a full life change. Good luck.

I was banded on November 14. Dr. Haag is a really nice guy. I still feel sore but I am hoping that will pass in the next couple of days.

You look great!!!!! Keep up the good work.:thumbup::thumbup:

Hello, I'm 20 as well, and was banded on November 14th. This community is great if for any age , so I am sure you will find many of us in their 20's. Good luck on your research.

Yes I am with pvsa. Dr. Haag is my surgeon. how about you?