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I'm doing pretty good. Just get the shoulder pain when I eat from the swelling pushing on my nerve. Otherwise Im doing good. How are you doing?
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I too had some jitters. I have a 3 year old son and do well in my life except keeping my weight under control. I had the surgery on November 12th and all went well. I know how you feel but just imagine being healthy for your family!! Good luck.
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11 days post op here. Doing great just a bit tired but not too bad. Im not really hungry but wish I could chew on something rather than drink it. I go to mushies on Wednesday so atleast I will have a change.
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If you look closely on my right wrist, you will see the number 100. I've lost that many pounds and gained the ability to do ANYTHING!
BigMomma1981 commented on 40ismyyear's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
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Thanks you guys. I tried the hot tea/coffee and it works well. Also, I have this new thing where I feel like I going to burp and I get a pressure in my chest/throat but nothing comes out. That happens all day and is quite often. I know I am still early out but I hope its not going to last forever. If so I will learn how to deal with it.
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I have a question and Im not sure how to describe the feeling Im getting. First off, when I wake up in the morning I cant drink anything because I FEEL tight and my chest is tight right at my breast bone. I imagine this is from sleeping but will this last forever? Also, my doc told me initially that I should only take in 1 ounce of liquid every 15 minutes. Will I be able to do more in the future? My surgery was November 12, 2008 so Im still LEARNING all my new things I have to do!! Any help would be appreciated. Thank You to all!!
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Dr. Christopherson in Davenport, IA did my surgery. Yes, I have BCBS PPO plan and I had 10% Co-insurance until I met my yearly out of pocket max so it depends where your going and how much you will have paid out for the year. I would recommend doing the 6 month diet plan with weightwatchers and visit your doc every month for 6 months for weight loss evaluations. I didnt have much pain just the gas. I didnt use the pain meds to much and stopped them day 2. I had surgery at 7 am and was let go at 645 pm. THANK GOD the staff was GREAT!!!
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I just turned in the rest of my records to the Surgery Center but I have a question. I have BCBS IL and was told that if I didnt have a BMI of over 40 for the last 5 years that I would be denied. I have the last five years to show weights but I was not above 40 all 5 years. I have been overweight all my life and can prove that but not over 40 BMI. I did the 6 months supervised diet with Weight Watchers and my PCP. Please HELP! I keep telling myself Im so close but I feel that they are going to deny and there will be nothing that I can do. Thank you
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Some Docs give you a card that came with your band and some dont. Check with your doc to see but if they didnt give it to you then you can wear a bracelet.
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:thumbup:Marcy in Illinois, I was approved within 7 days. They submitted past 10 years of records and it showed all the fluctuating weights plus I have some heart stuff going on so I guess that why it was approved so quick. I was banded 11/12/08 and feel pretty good. GOOD LUCK
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:thumbup:Today is the road to a new chapter in my life. I have to be at the hospital at 5:30 am and I am the first case. Im very excited and nervous at the same time. I didnt get any sleep last night and my stomach is a bit upset but I hope they give me something at the hospital. I dont know why Im so nervous this time, Ive had many surgeries in the past and havent felt quit like this before. I update as soon as I can. Good luck to any other Bandsters this week.
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Congrats!! My surgery is also on Wednesday. Good Luck and let us know how your doing.
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Hi! New here, banding date 11/14
BigMomma1981 replied to nikki21400's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Good luck with your upcoming surgery on the 14th. My surgery is set up for November 12 so we will going through the same stages. I have not heard anyone one here talk about the Soy Protein but hopefully someone has used one. Good luck -
I got my items. Dont forget the liquid Tylenol, icypops (for the pills you have to crush), 100% juices, and lip balm. I am taking a comfy robe and slippers to the hospital as we will be walking alot and I dont want to MOON anyone!! I also am looking into purchasing a wedge for my bed as it is hard to get in and out after surgery. Good Luck shopping!
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Ive only been on my preop diet for 4 days as of today and Im doing ok. My diet isnt bad it is just limited to what you can eat. Last night at the Halloween Fire, it was hard but I did it. Everyone hang in there and we will all be GREAT! Also, I fear waking with no band due to my liver being to large but what ever happens I will deal with it then! GOOD JOB EVERYONE!!
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Im being banded November 12th by Dr. Christopherson in Davenport IA. Good luck to all being banded this next week. Im getting closer!!!
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November 12th surgery anyone?
BigMomma1981 replied to klb04's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hi, I too will be banded November 12th. This is one day after my sons 3rd Birthday. I am nervous also. I must be here for him and if I dont do this I was told that I would be gone before Im 40. Im going to be 27 on Monday. This is my life saving tool. I hope to hear from you as well. -
Submitting To Insurance!!!
BigMomma1981 replied to Jonnycat1's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Good for you, I hope your approval comes quick. Mine took one week and I was happy with that. Keep us posted. -
Great job! I hope I will be there someday.
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Tomorrow is MY Day!!!!
BigMomma1981 replied to itsallaboutMEb's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Good luck, I still have until November 12th. I cant give you any advise but I hope all goes well! -
How do you get the sticky tape residue off?
BigMomma1981 replied to longhornmom's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have had several surgeries in the past and sometimes skin so soft from avon will work and sometime use rubbing alcohol. If this doesnt work call the surgery center because I know I have been given packets of stuff also. -
My office stated that I will have to carry a card in my wallet at all times. I imagine that the bracelet would just notify them sooner then looking through you purse.
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What kind of PreOp diet are you going to be on?
BigMomma1981 replied to Froggi's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Mine is a high protein low carb diet. 3-4oz protein shakes a day plus meat, dairy, veggies and fruit. This is 14 days total but it is pretty much what I have been doing for the last 6 months. Shouldnt be to bad. -
Notorious November Weight Loss Totals
BigMomma1981 replied to Froggi's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I have lost 27.4 with the 6 month pre-op program. I hope to loose another 10 lbs before my surgery on November 12th. Great Job everyone -
Good luck to all November Bandsters. I will be joining Bandland on November 12th. I hope we all do well and hope to keep everyone up to date.