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sydney1976

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    May 10-14 2010 Bandsters

    sydney1976 replied to lisagus's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Well...I guess my dr. is pretty conservative. I just moved to mushies, and am on them for 2 weeks then soft foods. I am down 25 from before pre-op diet, and around 15 since surgery on the 13th. I am glad to hear everyone is doing so well. Sydney
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    I was banded on the 13th, and have the exact same concern. :cursing: Sydney
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    Diet Progression

    sydney1976 replied to retiredlinda47's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    While I was on liquids I was on 4 oz an hour. :cursing: I think that was to prevent stretching...However, as I have learned on here. EVERY doctor is different. Sydney
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    May 10-14 2010 Bandsters

    sydney1976 replied to lisagus's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    So now that it is almost June how is everyone doing? :cursing:
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    counseling

    sydney1976 replied to karmaandkismet's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I agree, I would encourage anyone to do therapy. While I have been in therapy for awhile now, my surgery is certainly something that has been discussed at length. Sydney
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    Slippage and Erosion

    sydney1976 replied to x96oun's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    My Dr. uses that technique too. I have to admit I am glad this thread is continuing in a more positive light. I am 2 weeks out of surgery and today while waiting on my post op appointment. A lady came into the waiting room spreading the horrors of her band and talking about how she is switching to bypass. *sigh* I am trying to stay positive, because I think has been great so far :smile2: Sydney
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    I waited and waited a bit too. My insurance has a whole Bariatric department and once I touched base with them it was approved in less than 2 days. :biggrin: Good luck! Sydney
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    Banded today!!

    sydney1976 replied to rocketray's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I was one of the lucky ones who didn't have any pain once getting home. I think I just had an amazing surgeon :thumbup: I second the staying hydrated that was and continues to be one of my biggest obstacles. Sydney
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    Tomorrow is the day!!!!

    sydney1976 replied to trishfish's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I had all those thoughts too. Now that I am a week out I am feeling 100% confident with my decision. Good luck all Sydney
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    Do I need one? What are your thoughts? I have read that some of you have them, but I guess I hadn't even thought about it. Thanks, Sydney
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    Any May 2010 Bandsters?

    sydney1976 replied to Quinny's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    The wide range is interesting. I guess my dr. is somewhere in the middle. 1-3 days Clear Liquids 10-14 days full liquids (including yogurt and pudding) 1 week mushy 1 week soft then normal. Sydney
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    Betsy, Have you tried any of their bottled drinks? What did you think? Sydney
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    No Straws!!

    sydney1976 replied to BusyMom1961's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Yeah, I was told no straws and no gum....Forever :w00t: Guess my Dr. is strict. Sydney
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    Any May 2010 Bandsters?

    sydney1976 replied to Quinny's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    My Dr does liquids only for 2 weeks after. I am glad for it as I do NOT feel like really eating yet. Even the yogurt I am allowed makes me feel a little bloated. I hope you are feeling better soon. *Hugs*
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    I was planning on going back today I was banded 5/13th, but when I called to ask the Dr. a question they said not til my post op on Monday. Unfortunately I have some meetings I have to go to Thursday so I'll be heading in then. I have felt fine enough to go in, just don't want to go against the Dr. too much. Sydney
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    Any May 2010 Bandsters?

    sydney1976 replied to Quinny's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    It can't be said enough, sleep elevated and walk walk walk, I had so much less gas pain than other surgeries I have had had. :thumbup: Good luck, you'll do great! Sydney
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    Thank you about the Vitamin. My vitamin is making me sooooo sick. My Dr. specifically told me not to take children's Vitamins, but I may follow yours and take 2 of the flinstone completes. Sydney
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    Wow I see you were banded awhile ago. I was just banded with Dr. MaKenna last week. Looks like you are doing well. :thumbup: Sydney
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    Any May 2010 Bandsters?

    sydney1976 replied to Quinny's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I wish I knew why some of us only go clear liquids and others of us could move to full liquids right away. I would be near passing out with only clear. I did an extra day of clear just cause I didn't feel like moving on to full, and I feel a bit stronger with the protein. My doctor moves us to mushies at 1 week. My appointment is a few days after that so I will probably switch then. S
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    Had my PreOp Appt today

    sydney1976 replied to sydney1976's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums

    I wish I didn't own a scale :frown: Between pre-op diet and surgery I am down 15 lbs. :thumbup: Good luck everyone who is having surgery this week s
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    Had my PreOp Appt today

    sydney1976 posted a topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums

    It is getting so close and SO real! I can't wait until the 13th. Sydney
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    Any May 2010 Bandsters?

    sydney1976 replied to Quinny's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Ugg so I felt so good the past 2 days, and today I woke up feeling icky. Really tired, and a bit light headed. Trying to make sure I get my fluids in today. I also had a bit of diarrhea today. Sydney
  23. sydney1976

    May 10-14 2010 Bandsters

    sydney1976 replied to lisagus's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Maylsa, Thanks for your comment about feeling hungry but full at the same time. I am so there. I have been fighting all day to get my fluids in and some Protein. I think I may have regurgitated at one point, but I am not sure. I am thinking this is all normal. And I keep reminding myself I had a hernia repair as well. Sydney
  24. sydney1976

    May 10-14 2010 Bandsters

    sydney1976 replied to lisagus's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I hear once the swelling goes down, that feeling changes. I am feeling pretty good about it now. I am anxious to see results and experience the journey, when are you being banded?
  25. sydney1976

    May 10-14 2010 Bandsters

    sydney1976 replied to lisagus's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I had surgery on the evening of the 13th and came home the evening of the 14th. I feel pretty darn good. I only took 2 doses of pain meds when I got home and have been fine since. I could probably head back to work tomorrow but will wait until Wednesday. My gas pains are pretty much gone at this point and I am fighting to get all my liquids in, cause I don't feel hungry. Oh, and my stomach is making CRAZY sounds.

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