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shellynnrn

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  9. Posted

    I think it's Biotin? that people take, but before you freak out know that the anesthetic we all had at surgery will cause Hair loss approximately 3 months post-op. I had hair loss after my hysterectomy also...it will grow back.

    WHY?! Can't that hair fall out on our legs, underarms, bikini line or UPPER LIP? Yeah...just don't understand it.

    I'm down 1.5lbs or maybe just 0.5. It's been the same so long I can't remember :drool: :blink:

  10. Posted

    Weight: I'm down 31 pounds or so (8 of that pre-band) from surgery day on April 27th. I lost a lot in the first two weeks post-op and stalled. Then lost 3-5 more after my first fill and now another stall.

    Fills: 1 fill on June 2nd. 4cc in an 11cc band. It felt really weird and I could barely get liquids down for two days after.

    Restriction: Now I have restriction, I can fit about a cup of food down or less. I'm rarely hungry.

    Rules: My doc told me lean Protein and veggies. I was doing great up until the first fill. Not being able to get much in there makes me more of a mad snacker. Tiny portions of food here and there. Like 15 cheezits for dinner. Hey, it's what looked good at the time. Why am I not loosing weight when I'm eating like a bird? I'm sure it's because my body is in starvation mode. So I'm about to get back on the salads again- I was doing great with those.

    Anything else: I was exercising regularly on my treadmill prior to the fill. The fill and no eating for two days after made me so weak all I did was sleep when I had the chance. Then I started feeling more energy and work, kids, life got in the way and I burned myself out and now have had a miserable summer cold for 4 days. I'm burned out, wiped out and wish I had the energy or desire to exercise. I know that is all I need to jump start another 5lbs off. I'm just too tired to care! I hope to be feeling better by Monday and get back on the treadmill and throw in some pilates. (and have a better attitude!) I am getting my Water in tho, which is a plus for me!

  12. Posted

    Sing to the tune of (play it as you read- Click here):

    Why do you fill me up (Fill me up)

    Band Check-up, baby just to

    let me down (Let me down)

    And mess me around

    And then worst of all (Worst of all)

    You never fill, baby

    When you say you will (Say you will)

    But I love you still

    I need you (I need you)

    More than anyone darlin'

    You know that I have from the start

    So fill me up (Fill me up)

    Band Check-up

    Don't break my heart

    ”I'll be over at ten”,

    You told me time and again

    But you're late,

    I wait around and then (bah-da-dah)

    I run to the door

    I can't take any more

    It's not you,

    You let me down again

    (hey, hey, hey) Baby, Baby, try to find

    (hey, hey, hey) a little time,

    And I'll make you happy

    (hey, hey, hey) I'll be home

    I’ll be beside the phone

    Waiting for you

    ooo-ooo-ooo, ooo-ooo-ooo

    Why do you fill me up (Fill me up)

    Band Check-up, baby just to

    let me down (Let me down)

    And mess me around

    And then worst of all (Worst of all)

    You never fill, baby

    When you say you will (Say you will)

    But I love you still

    I need you (I need you)

    More than anyone darlin'

    You know that I have from the start

    So fill me up (Fill me up)

    Band Check-up

    Don't break my heart

    HOW FUNNY!!!! I love it!! :redface:

  13. Posted

    I got my first fill yesterday. It didn't hurt at all! The worst part was waiting to be seen. My band was empty and she put in 4cc. Sounds like a lot considering what I've been reading but today feels fine. I am on liquids until tomorrow and feel better today. Yesterday I was wiped out, probably because I only had half a Protein Shake and Water. Today I was able to get in Soups and a Protein shake. Lost another 2lbs, I'm so excited! Next fill is scheduled for July 2nd.

  16. Posted

    My first fill is scheduled for June 2nd. I've only been eating about 500-650 calories a day. I was supposed to be on liquids and mushies until May 25 per my pre-op paperwork. After my 1 week f/u they said I can eat anything as long as it's completely chewed up and soft. So, I've been on solids, but I'm scared really to eat too much and have been very careful. I have really enjoyed Subway's tuna salad! I haven't felt really full but maybe once. I can't wait for a fill to maybe let me eat more and actually feel full and know when to stop.

  17. Posted

    Me too! i took of mine yesterday and now i have all these rashes blistery looking around all 5 of my incisions, what should i do? should i call the DR? HELPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPP

    As crazy and as weird as the Maalox remedy sounds...I've applied it once today and the smaller blisters are already gone! There are a bunch of big ones left so I reapplied. We'll see what happens, I'll keep you posted as I use myself as a medical research guinea pig! :thumbup:

  18. Posted

    Ohh dear....

    I had my f/u on Monday and he took off my steri strips because it was really red and itchy around the edges. We found thousands of tiny and not so tiny blisters under there! It's so GROSS! Not to mention that it itches like hell. I was up in the middle of the night taking benadryl fearful that I would itch in my sleep and open them up to infection. I only have 2 incisions, one is about 1/4 inch long and the other is 2 inches long. It's the big one that is blistered over such a large area. I'd post a picture but I'd hate for anyone to lose their appetite (unless you need help with hunger, then I'd be happy to oblige :thumbup:)

    I've always been sensitive to tape, but this is ridiculous!! Anyone else have this?

    I googled it and on a hysterectomy forum a woman's OB told her to put liquid Maalox on it (not on the incision tho) and it dried them up in 3 days....weird. I'm just using good old neosporin.

    Would love everyone's take on this horror. Ugh.:D

  19. Posted

    Hey everyone,

    Has anyone seen the reality show on WE tv called "I want to save your life"? I think there have only been 3 people aired so far and I happened to catch them all tonight. It's really inspirational and has helpful tips.

    Check it out on food and recipes, Health, singles - WEtv.com

    I can't wait to start exercising now after watching this. Someone remind me that I said that in a couple weeks :thumbdown:

  20. Posted

    OMG!!! I have thought for years that I am some sort of freak b/c i have male-patterned facial and body hair and couldn't lose weight no matter what I tried. I didn't realize that my now-becoming-irregular periods are also a symptom of PCOS due to chronic weight gain. I am crying like a baby while sitting here typing this message b/c I have been so down on myself for so long and so very frustrated at all the medical personnel who just perscribed a cream for the facial hair and told me to just "lose weight." I am going to a new dr. on April 14 to discuss my PCOS concerns. I WILL NOT SIT BY ANY LONGER FEELING LIKE A SUB-HUMAN b/c of my size and excess hair. Thank you so very much for making me feel not so alone:)

    Oh Sweetbean, you made me tear up. It took me over 10 years to convince a doctor there was something wrong with my hormones, and I'm a NURSE! Get this book, it will help you explain and show to your doctor. It's a hard diagnosis to come by, but I think the medical community is getting better informed. The book is called "It's My Ovaries, Stupid". Such a fitting title :) You aren't alone! We are all suffering with the PCOS monster together.

    Re: the laser hair removal. Get your hormones regulated before you do it. I spent $$$ and it all grew back with a vengeance! Hopefully the weight loss will make it naturally lighten and subside.

  21. Posted

    I'm getting banded on Monday, and there is a good chance I'll be getting a visit from a certain aunt soon. I'm already seriously overdue, but because of my thyroid, my cycles are crazy. So, she can come any day. I'm just wondering if anyone had this visit either during or right after surgery, and if you had any issues with bending over while sitting.

    My aunt visited me 4 days post op...fun fun! As far as bending over, I still can't. GL with your band!!

  22. Posted

    I've been mostly wandering around my yard and Walmart with the dh and kiddies. I feel so weak and have been taking a nap in the afternoon. :) I'm 5 days post op, anyone else feel puny for this long? I'm pain-free which I found weird, never have had pain since surgery. I figure the weakness is low calories and healing.

    Anyone else?

  23. Posted

    I went to Sams club and got the EAS chocolate whey Protein and made up my own shake recipe.....

    1 cup ice chunks

    1 cut 2% milk

    1 equal packet

    1 1/2 scoops Protein powder

    Blend until smooth and it tastes amazingly like a chocolate milkshake...you can also add a banana, some strawberries, whatever you want.

    You do have to buy a large bag of it...I think 70 scoops for 27.00, but those ready made shakes were EXPENSIVE!!! This is much more economical and I have it every day for Breakfast.....by the way....there are 40 grams of Protein in this shake!!! That's pretty good!!!!!

    Thanks for the recipe! I have a bag of this, I need to try that :)

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