illuminationlady

Try Mirilax for the constipation. It mixes with a small amount of water and has no taste. You'll have a normal movement within 24 hrs. Good Luck and take care!!!

If you don't mind me asking; What is "sliming"?

Hi everyone! I am strongly considering the band. My therapist says that I need to talk to three people who've been banded. So, I figure this is the place to start. Any good stories out there? Any horror stories? I know there are lots of success stories as I've been reading now for two days. I thought I'd throw it out to the general public now. Sooooo, any takers?

Sorry it took me so long to reply. I am currently 270 with a BMI of 44. So, I need to lose 120 lbs. How about you?

Lana, You have lost a lot of weight and only have a few pounds to go. I really appreciate your taking the time to give me some honest feedback. I am going for my stress test this morning and tomorrow I get my letter from my therapist. Then my doc will submit for approval. I would love to loose 50 pounds. I understand that it is a journey and the band is just a tool. The change must come from within me. I started riding my bike two days ago and that was fun. I already eat smart (I just eat too much of it!). Again, thanks for thinking of me and good luck to you. I will pray for you.

Hi everyone! I'm new here and not banded yet. I've been reading all of your great posts and am having trouble finding any horror stories concerning any part of your experiences. Tell me, has anyone had a bad experience? Thanks.

Thank you for your detailed message. It was very informative to me and I will keep it for name brands in the future. Tell me, what does the average lap bander eat after it's all said and done? And how much do they eat? What foods are forbidden for life? Which one's are discouraged? Is it out patient or do you have a hospital stay?

My prayers will be with you. What was the special diet you had to do before the surgery and how long? I'm sure I'll think of more questions along the way but that one popped into my head just now. I promise to pray for you tomorrow. Take care of yourself. Remember this is for you.

Have you had any nausea? Did your doctor talk to you about nicotine? Did you have to have any special diet before? If so, what was it? How did you have to prepare for the surgery? What was required? How long did you have to have clear liquids? I know it's a lot. But I know nothing. Answer what you can and I'm sure your reply will spark more questions for me. Are you on any meds? Enough for now. Thanks for your help. I'm glad you're happy with your band.

Hey, I lived in Gulfport, MS for five years. I loved New Orleans! It's one of the greatest cities in the US!! Keep me posted on how you're feeling.

How are you feeling? I'm new and want to know how people feel right after surgery. Hope it went okay. Any info you can give would be much appreciated.

I noticed your screen name and would like to know how you felt before and after the band? I know it's a broad question but my therapist says I have to talk to three people already banded before I pursue this. I thought I'd start with you. And incites to the whole thing would be much appreciated. Thanks.

Please explain the diet you mentioned. How long must one be on liquid diet before surgery? and why? Thank you.

I am new to this whole thing. Does the surgery require that you not use tobacco before? after? and why?

Thank you. Many of the meds I'm on will not be necessary after the weight is off. I appreciate the detail of your reply. If you can, tell me what you feel like after surgery, mentally and physically. Thanks in advance for your time.:tt1:

Does this mean that you cannot take pills after the lap band?