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Liquid pre-op and post-op diets suck! That is all there is to it, they just suck! But you are so close to moving to the next phase of the post-op diet, so hang on there. You can do this!!!

Alrighty, I just returned from my bariatric doctor who also believes my thyroid is out of whack. My hormones are working against me.:tongue2: You know it is bloody hell getting older. I am not a spring chicken any more and it takes me longer to recover. And I don't like the fact that I have not been able to exercise for three weeks ...The dizzy spells are maddening. Anyway, my bariatric doctor is willing to adjust my thyroid meds. However, I have my follow up appointment with my OBGYN doctor this Friday, so we can review all the lab work I did last week. I don't want to change the thyroid meds yet, until I hear the news from the OBGYN doctor. We are getting closer to solving this issue. However, I only lost 1.5 pounds in 5 weeks, which is an issue pertaining to the thyroid (OBGYN, Bariatric doctor, and I agree on this). The good news is I did not gain weight, but the bad news is that when the doctor pulled out the fill today, I lost more Fluid. Just .5cc, but last time it was 1cc and the time before that was .5cc. So the doctor placed the fluid back in and I will have my next fill under fluro. I am waiting for an appointment.

I saw it on stage too and it was amazing. The special effects and lighting were spectacular. It was like being at a concert.

Interesting, why does PG not give octo-mom her hellish scathing wrath of punishments for being a divorcee and being an unwed mom, and being vain, and for being...oh heck the list can just go on with the sins. Talk about qucik to judge.:thumbup:

Oh know no way, did she really say that about prostitutes. How can anyone espousing the word of the Almighty, say something twisted like that about a human being. No one deserves to be abused, murdered, or suffer from a disease, because they are a prostitute.

Cookies, ice-cream, liquid Soups (no solids), yogurt, chips (my favorite chips), milk-shakes, mochas/lattes depending what is in them. Some slider foods are good, such as yougurt, but others are not and usually have high calories such as candy bars. You know melts in your mouth and slides right down. :thumbup:

I would call my doctor today and geth their feedback. I would make sure to let them know about your food consumption the past two-weeks.

I am hoping the news reports are wrong; that octo-mom did not turn down the free offer of nursing staff and a free home from "Angel" somethng or other. News reports state octo-mom turned down the offers, because the organzation offering to provide the free services stated they would not provide it if the babies were exposed to a t.v. reality show. It is being played in the media that octo-mom turned the free services down so she could take offers of a reality t.v. show. Sounds like octo-mom really has the best interest of the children:scared2: yeah right! If I were her, I would totally accept a free home, even if it was a rental and free nursing care for my preeme babies.

Oh, I know who that is!!!:thumbup:

I agree with the other posters. You need to mix it up. Our bodies get use to a routine. I know people say calories in and calories burned equals weight loss. But sometimes, when I eat more, I lose weight. Crazy but true.

4-months next week and 40 pounds down.

I don't see why crystal light would be an issue. I find it way to sweet and use part of the packet rather than the whole packet. :-)

You probably don't want to hear this, but most of the foods you are able to eat are slider foods, which makes me think you need a slight unfill. You should be able to eat healthy foods...I would not consider milkshakes, mud-pies, and gram crackers as great nurtition. You might want to talk to your doctor.

Okay, this weekend I rented and actually watched the following: Body of Lies (Awesome!) Changling (Awesome!) Baby Mamma (Okay) Flash of Genius( Good) Lulu, I love Abba. Bought the movie and have the Abba CD. Love it!:thumbup:

Mine was over $80K. No I did not pay for it, my insurance did. And I had to stay in the hospital for 2.5 days. I think the average cost for an over-night banding procedure is $20K in the U.S. But I have read lots of threads by cash pay posters that had the procedure done in the U.S for less than $20K.

Great job and wishing you much success on your journey!:thumbup:

I agree Susan it is a confusing decision to make if your only source of reference is your doctor. I suggest reviewing medical journal for studies pertaining to WLS. Some times they offer free WLS study reports on their web sites. JAMA, the Journal of the American Medical Association, a weekly peer-reviewed medical journal published by AMA Mayo Clinic medical information and tools for healthy living - MayoClinic.com I would also attend support groups for both banding and by-pass patients and ask them how they are doing. Find out if they have any regrets witth their procedure. When I was trying to make my decision, I went back and forth from thinking I would have the band and then swining back to having the by-pass. I wanted the least amount of complications and risks, so I picked the band. Good luck with your journey!:thumbup:

Did your doctor give you specific instructions regarding pre-op weight loss? Some doctors require a specific diet, such as liquid only or liquids plus one meal a day. My doctor gave me two different choices and I selected two Protein drinks and one high protein low carb meal. As far as now, at post op, I eat lots of veggies and salads without problem. I would recommend you follow your doctor's orders regarding pre-op diet.

Why does she have to live near you for you to take her in? I think it is a great idea Patty Green. I am sure she had made enough money now, so she can afford the trip to your house, so you can take her in. Heck, I am sure the state of California would love you to make the offer directly to octo-mom. As all the children are released out of the hospital we can ship them off to you and you can read all the kids bible stories.

Congrants on your weight loss so far and good luck with your approval process.

Good luck with your journey!:wink:

Congrats on your banding and welcome to LBT!

I didn't tell my family other than my sister for my emergency contact information. My co-workers and friends do not know. I really don't feel the need to share medical information with them. Plus, I get enough satisfaction from posting and receiving feedback from this forum and if I am really craving insight and one on one interaction, I guess I would go to a Band support group.

Personally, I pray you would just go away Pattygreen. I think the only thing people are hoping for is you to go to another website.:wink:

November 11 banded and 40 pounds lost.