cindyj33

Why is arterial blood gas labwork sooooo painful? I have had blood drawn many times, but never had as much bruising or swelling as I had with this labwork.. Has anybody else had this labwork done??:bored::thumbup:

I went to a wonderful seminar yesterday. The surgeon, said he is seeing more and more people in their 50's and 60's having this surgery!! So I say GO FOR IT!! And congratulations on the first steps to a healthier you!!

Just breathe!!! Everything will settle down like it is suppose too!!

:crying: Apple Pie Smoothie :tt2: 1 serving of canned apples 1 teasp vanilla ext 1/2 teasp cinnamon 1-2 scoops of vanilla protein powder 1 1/2 cups milk 1/2 cup Cool Whip Free Blend and eat!!:wink:

As a nurse I will suggest to elevate the head of your bed a couple of inches, or get a couple of extra pillows to prop up on, to help with the reflux, if that doesn't help then I would suggest to take maalox or mylanta, along with your Gas-X strips. See if that helps...

I am suppose to have my lap band surgery in November. Dr suggs is my MD. I really liked him. Have any of you had a fill done by him? If you did, did he have any trouble finding the port?

You are more than welcome!!!!!:scared2:

:scared2: Pumpkin Pie Protein Shake :tt1: 1-2 scoops vanilla protein powder 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1 pkt Splenda 1/2 cup Cool Whip FREE 1 1/2 cups skim milk 1/2 cup canned pumpkin Blend and eat!!!

:scared2: Orange Creamsicle Protein Shake :tt1: 1-2 scoops vanilla protein powder 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup orange sherbet 1/2 cup Cool Whip FREE 1 1/2 cups skim milk 1/2 teaspoon orange extract ICE (opt) Blend and eat!!!

:scared2: Tootsie Roll Protein Shake :tt1: 1-2 scoops Chocolate protein powder 1/2 cup Orange sherbet 1/2 cup Cool Whip FREE 1 cup skim milk 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup 1 teaspoon orange extract Tastes just like a Tootsie Roll!!

LOL LOL I doubt my family would let me!!!!:scared2:

How about this... 1-2 scoops vanilla Protein powder 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon cinnamom pinch of nutmeg 1/2 cup Cool Whip FREE 1 1/2 cups skim milk 1 pkt splenda 1/2 cup pumpkin Blend and eat!!!!!:scared2:

:scared2: Black Forest Protein Shake :tt1: 1-2 scoops chocolate protein powder 4-6 marachino cherries 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup Cool Whip FREE 1 1/2 cup skim milk ICE (opt) Blend and eat!!

You should also try the apple pie, the pea:drool:ch cobbler, and the Mocha Java protein shakes, they are Delish!!!

:scared2: Blueberry Pie Protein Shake :tt1: 1/2 cup fresh blueberries 1 pkt Splenda (opt) 1-2 scoops vanilla protein powder 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup Cool Whip FREE 1 1/2 cup skim milk ICE (opt) Blend and eat!!

:drool:Mocha Java Protein Shake:drool: 1-2 scoops of chocolate protein powder 1 tablespoon instant coffee(more or less) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup Cool Whip FREE 1 1/2 cups skim milk Ice (opt) Blend and enjoy!!:scared2:

I use plain canned apples. If you go fat free on everything the main calories are in the apples!! If its not sweet enough you can put splenda in it!!:wink2:

:drool:Peach Cobbler Smoothie:drool: 1 serving of diced peaches 1 teasp vanilla 1-2 scoops of vanilla Protein powder 1 pkt Splenda 1 1/2 cup of milk 1/2 cup of Cool Whip Free 1/2 teasp cinnamon Blend and enjoy!!!:wink:

If you go fat free on the milk, the main calories are in the name!!:wink2:

I am 38 years old and I am a food addict. The feel of the creme filled donut in my mouth, the crunch of KFC, and the comforting feel of chicken and dumplings, all of these things are what have made me decide that I need the Lap-band for help with my weight loss journey. As I get older you would think that I would make better choices for myself but I didn't until now. I am due to be banded in November 09 and I can't wait.:thumbdown: Does anybody else have these same feelings or do I just need psychiatric help?

What kind of pain meds are usually prescribed post lap-band and is it easily converted into a liquid??

whats what? Yeast infection or vajayjay?

You probably have thrush. All you have to do is call your, MD office and tell them you had surgery and they gave you antibiotics and now you may have thrush in your mouth. They will prescribe you a swish and swallow liquid. All you have to do is swish it around in you mouth and spit it out. But it will get rid of it. Until then you can eat yogurt and that will replace a lot of the good bacteria back in your mouth. But beware... if it is the thrush, you will eventually have a vajayjay yeast infection soon.

Is your tongue tender? Run your fingernail over your tongue, yes I know it sounds disgusting, and see if its tender...