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Tomorrow is my big day...
eyezchu22 replied to Teacher2010's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats!!! I will say an extra prayer tonight for your speedy recovery, but I am sure you will be fine and in a few days feel better then ever. Keep us posted. -
How quick can it happen?
eyezchu22 replied to gbakerc's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I went today foy my consult and the psych eval. They told me the whole process goes about 3-4 months if I lose 10 - 20 lbs. -
I went today to the consult. I go 8/4 for an imegent day and I will be their the whole day getting info.I have to lose 10lbs... 20lbs would be ideal but any loss is better then none. I meet with my surgeon and nutritionist 8/20 and I will get a date then If I show some results and have lost some weight. They said if everything goes well my surgery will be in about 3-4 months. They seem really nice and stressed being comitted to the aftercare as well. How have you been doing?
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Hi all, I went to my regular doctor for annual physical today and my blood work was normal. However she took my blood pressure several times and it was High 140/100 she said she didn't want to put me on BP meds yet, because I meet with the lap band center docs 7/15 (first visit) and to see if it will be high then. She said that if it is high she wants me on meds and wants to see me in september to recheck it. She also said she would be in touch with them regarding this. I have never had any BP issues before except during pregnancy when I was borderline pre eclampsia. I was curious to know if anyone else has had this happen to them and if it resolved without meds.? Is this a comordity? I am pass the 40 bmi and am more worried about my overall health. I REALLY dont want to have to be put on meds if I can help it. P/S she was totally on board about my LB decision and said she is glad that I am being pro active about my health.
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comorbidity or not??
eyezchu22 replied to eyezchu22's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi and Thanx for the responses, I spoke to my family and My aunt and uncle both take BP meds and started in or around their late thirties. Can HTN be genetic?? My Dad doesnt have it although he has really high colesteral that he trys to control. -
I meet with them on wednesday 7/15 and will have more news then. Wow 3 weeks ago for you, How are you feeling? Does Lahey still require the 6 month supervised diet?
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I actually decided to go thru Tufts Nemc's weight and wellness canter. My Co-worker went trough them for her LB. She has had the band for almost 5 months and lost a little over 40lbs with no fill. I know everyones results are different but she is very happy with her surgeon Dr. shikora and his staff. SHe said they answer all her questions and are very helpful. Are you going through Lahey?
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Hi I just noticed you are from Boston too and we are the same age, I am just starting the process and am going through tufts nemc. How do you feel so far about your choice of the lapband? I went back and forth for a year before I came to this decision. I go for my psych eval in 2 weeks and am getting nervous lol. best wishes on your journey
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Hope all goes well tomorrow, Tonight when I say my prayers I am going to add you guys in, and pray for a speedy recovery for her. Keep us posted.
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Ya it hurts but you try not to let it show tha it does...I dont have a date yet, I go for the psyh eval 7/15, when is your surgery date?
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HI, I am actually in the beginning process too. And feel what your going through I once had someone I thought was friend tell me i couldnt be in her wedding because I would ruin the professional pics
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Vaca time or Short term disability?
eyezchu22 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi, I am not even close to having a surgery date or anything yet, but I was just curious if when people got there surgery if they used Vacation time from work or were they able to use short term disability? If you did use STD did how much % of your check did they give you? Also how long were you out of work on average? Thanx -
Thanx for the friend request, Good Luck in your Journey, Keep me posted on your approval status
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Massachusetts Bandsters Chat
eyezchu22 replied to NewBeginnings2018's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
HI, its great to see fellow Bostonians and people from Mass doing so well with the Band... I am just starting I have my psych eval and nutritional apt with Tufts NEMC in 2 weeks exactly. I am starting to get nervous LOL. When I got the appointment at first I thought "Jeesh why so far away" and now I am like wait I need more info is this Really what I want to do?? But the answer is YES. I NEED to do this and I know this and my anxiety about the whole process is getting the better of me. I feel relieved hearing about everyones experience the Highs and Lows. And am trying to calm my nerves LOL. I wish I knew more people who got banded at Tufts Nemc... But thats ok, I can just share my experience and hopefully help the next person... -
Anyone close to Taunton? Local Support Group
eyezchu22 replied to liquidbluegal's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hi, I actually live very close to Taunton area and would definately be interested in a support group meeting... I am actually just starting the process and havent been banded yet but love to get as much info as possible. -
Anyone ever heard of a band "exploding"
eyezchu22 replied to cookiebaby's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
LMAO, I am not that informed yet and even I think that sounds farfetched... tell the "nurse" she has more chance of her having explosive diarhea, then Your lap band exploding. -
Drinking while eating...eating while drinking...
eyezchu22 replied to gabi311b's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
This might be a silly question... What about if your eating spicy foods? Usually I enjoy spicy hot foods but have to have a drink handy... Can you still eat spicy foods after bandage or is that something I will have to give up:crying: -
Hi, This site is a great source for information... but I was curious if anyone read any books on the lapband surgery and or WLS in general and if they had any suggestions. I dont usually get much personal computer time at home or at work, so a book would also help me when I cant get online. Thanks
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Thanx for all the suggestions. I'm going to go pick up a few of them... I never thought about this but after reading an earlier post I was just curious are there cookbooks out there too??