sarahbellzz14-4
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Mayo Banditos / Friday Weigh In !!!!
sarahbellzz14-4 replied to Scorpioqt's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
So Glad everyone is coming back around! seems we have all been through the rafters this past year! I had my hip replaced in October 2010, Have not had a fill since ummmm... last may? (I know really bad) Was diagnosed with adult ADHD, And since being on the meds have lost 17lbs which should be awesome, but it's not as after my THR I lost 30 and gained most of it back. I was thinking of all of you the other day, this place is like a ghost town!!!! Glad to see you all back -
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Jamilla E... After My hip replacement... I lived on rice pudding and cheerios... I'm a year & 1/2 out with my band.... Couldn't eat mushies until 6 weeks after being banded.
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Hey everyone! It's been a while since I last posted. A lot has happend. I finally had the hip replaced on October 29th. I'm 7 weeks out and 15lbs lighter (which is a woo-hoo! all in itself) The downside of the whole thing, is that because of my prosthesis, I will always be 2lbs heavier then I actually am. I have not seen my LB surgeon since august (which is kind of a horrible thing) but I have been pre-occupied with the whole hip thing (basically I had a month to prepare from the date I was given to actual surgery day) and my physical therepy sessions. I think that I'm actually at my comfort zone. The 15lbs lost honestly is from the complete lack of appetite I had the first 3 weeks post-op where I lived on nothing but cheerios and rice pudding, I was on medication that made me really sick and those 2 seemed to be the only things that stayed down and eased the nausea. I figured I would check in on everyone, and if I don't hear from anyone... have a very happy holiday season.
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After... and the rest of my life
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LOM, I am so sorry to hear about your daughter, I will keep her in my prayers. You look beautiful BTW. I know thats the last thing on your mind, but stay positive.
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Ann!!! How I miss you dearly!!! how is everything! I have great news!!!! they are replacing the Hip on Oct 29th!!!! How are you feeling?
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Year 2 - Sharing Successes (What Works) and Challenges
sarahbellzz14-4 replied to Mamadot's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Thank you for posting this and congrats on the 100!!! I am hoping that by the 2 year bandiversary to have hit my goal. As most of the Banditos know My hip is what prevents me from doing a lot of the excercise, Well as of the 29th of this month I will have no more excuses!!!! they are finally doing the hip replacement. I couldn't be happier. because I've gotten down to a weight where the surgeons are comfortable to do the surgery, and I'm looking forward to the physical therepy because I know it's going to be a magical time with not only my recovery, but my weight loss goals as well. John, As I write this I'm eating Soup. BEcause That too is my big issue, eating too fast, getting stuck, spending 10 mins in the bathroom trying to get it back up. I had a PB issue so bad last night that my throat is sore today from it, and not even water would stay down. Alot of us it seems have just faded off. Including myself. But I always come back when I need a reality check from the group that has been with me from the begining of this Journey and Completely understand the highs and lows of having this band. Thanks!!!! I hope everyone is well. :smile2: -
Hey Danielle!! My bmi was 37 as well, so right off the bat I had to have 6 months of observation. I had/have co-morbidities, which was the reason Health plus approved my surgery (Hip Arthritis and Sleep Apnea) I used (follow up with) Dr. Piotr Gorecki at Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, and I absolutely LOVE him. the downside is that with Health-plus he can only be seen in the clinic on Wed & fri.
It took them about 2 weeks to approve the surgery, it had to be rescheduled because of a drs note that needed to be submitted, but it was only a 2 week difference (orig. may 7th, resched/ actual surgery may 21) If you want more info on him, Let me know
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Hey I cam across one of your blogs and need some help please! I am in the process of obtaining health plus - medicaid... what type of requirements did they require for you to get the surgery? my bmi is 37 and i dont have any other health issues.. Any suggestions or advice? How long did it take you to get the actual surgery and also, which surgeon did you use. Any info will be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much
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Dee, I am soo happy to hear that!!!! Congrats! I was actually wondering about you the other day! Please keep me posted, and the BEST BROTH (which I lived on for my 2 weeks of clear is the chicken broth from Mill Basin Deli on Ave T) RGuay, It's so frustrating, it's like we're so used to it now that we just live our lives like normal again. I too have to get back on track. I'm actually going to be trying the 5 day pouch test, Which is basically re-conditioning and shrinking the pouch. I haven't found my sweet spot yet, which is very frustrating for me. We're all in this together, and Dee, You have my Private e-mail, let me know how it goes!
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The Neck pain is from the anethstesia, it'll go away in a few days. Just take it easy. I slept a lot after my surgery and had to be reminded to drink... take small sips. it gets better. Feel good lady and welcome to the club!
