Micaela1988
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Just had an appt with my Dr. and talked about revision. He let me know that the risk for leaks can be 15-20%. He said that could require tubing and being fed through and IV for weeks. (just explaining all complications per my request) I have two babies and couldn't even imagine having to deal with a leak! I am currently 232lbs. I have a couple options to consider.... 1. Take lapband out now and try to lose the weight with diet (which I have obviously failed at my whole life hence the lapband) NO revsion 2. Get down to 220lbs and have the lapband taken out and revision done in one operation 3. Have the lapband taken out now; try to lose weight on my own and if I fail, talk about having the revision done later. I was all for getting a revision, but now I am more nervous and scared about the whole process. I have a 1 and 2 year old and am not sure I want to risk my life and having complications to have a huge portion of my stomach removed.... I wish I could see into the future. Super anxious, nervous, and feeling defeated at the moment!
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For all who are contemplating surgery!
Micaela1988 replied to titan05's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
does everyone get a drain and staples? -
25, mom of 2 and sleeving soon
Micaela1988 replied to harley_quinn25's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi Mommas! I am 26 and a mother of 2. (2 yr old and 10 month old) I am getting sleeved in February and and nervous about the down time after. I don't have a lot of help and would like to know how long was it before you could take care of your babies? What could you do, and what , could you not do. I am hoping my mom can help some, but she loves far. My husband won't be able to take off work for long. Any insight os appreciated! Thanks -
Lap Band gone sleeve done today!
Micaela1988 replied to potterjg@comcast.net's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
congrats and good luck! Keep us posted -
Any Band to Sleeve Success Stories Out There?!?
Micaela1988 replied to lisaluvsgreys's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Congrats! How did your surgery go? I am very nervous to have the revision. I am 230 and want to make sure I am making the right decision! -
Scared with a lot to think about
Micaela1988 replied to Micaela1988's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Thank You for your response. I agree with everything you have said. I guess when I got the band, my main goal was to get to a healthy weight to have children. So I was all for it whatever the risks. It was my last hope. Now that I have my babies, I feel like I overthink and over analyze everything. I am sure I will most likely do it, just very nervous at the moment. -
Scared with a lot to think about
Micaela1988 replied to Micaela1988's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Also, Thank you for that story! It is reassuring -
Scared with a lot to think about
Micaela1988 replied to Micaela1988's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Thank you for your response. I agree that my weight is not ok for keeping up with my littles. I guess it was just hearing all his talk about leaks that had me mortified to be honest. He is the head surgeon of Barriatrics and has done NUMEROUS sleeves. When I asked how many revisions, he said he has done half a dozen. His track record is amazing, but that number is also low for me to consider.... -
Scared with a lot to think about
Micaela1988 replied to Micaela1988's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
yes from band to sleeve. A sleeve alone is 1% When you have had a previous WLS the risk increases. -
From the album: Progress Pictures
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fair 2009(305+lbs)/Fair 2010(250lbs)
Micaela1988 commented on Micaela1988's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
thanks so much!!!!!!!!! I have lost 50lbs since March18th! Surgery was March 31st! I am at a total stand still, but get a fill friday so hopefully that gives me a little push! : ) -
how much are you down? Looking GREAT! -
After 3/31/10 Surgery
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itz like burger king...have it ur way...
Micaela1988 replied to justrite8142's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Just one question.... can you say though that once you hit your sweet spot it really helps the weight come off so much easier? -
hey! How are things going? how strict were you with your diet? How was your weight loss progress month by month?
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CONGRATS!!!!! AMAZING job! what did you do to help the weight loss? over 100lbs in 9 months is OUTRAGEOUS! way to go! what are your eating habits and excercise routine like?
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Size 14 in time for summer. I would have NEVER taken a picture like this last year.
Micaela1988 commented on Astrasmom's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
CONGRATS!!!!! AMAZING job! what did you do to help the weight loss? over 100lbs in 9 months is OUTRAGEOUS! way to go! what are your eating habits and excercise routine like? -
CONGRATS! You have done sooo well! what have you done to loose the weight!? whats your diet and excercise routine? your down like 60lbs in 5 months! way to go
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wow! so amazing! What has your journey been like so far? What is your diet and excercise routine like? Thanks for the feed back!
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Before side view on left at 300 pounds and on right at 161. I was 295 morning of surgery. Its been about a year and a half and I've lost 134 pounds. Best decision I've ever made.
Micaela1988 commented on Jill10191130's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
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Hey~! Yea I am pretty happy I guess. Just wish I had more weight loss. I will be going in sometime within the next week for another fill! I weighed in at my highest of 328lbs april 2009. My surgery was March 31st 2010 weighing 280lbs. I was 300lbs just 2 weeks prior before my post op liquid high protein diet. As of today I am 250lbs. I wish I could do the 10lbs in one week over haha! But the whole no carb, liquid thing was just a little to much lol. Youve lost quite a lot of weight!!! What do you do? : ) Congrats
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what are your eating habits... and excercise routine? GREAT JOB! You look great! : )
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The last time I went in for a fill I should have been at 4ccs but the doctor could only pull out 3. So he put back in a full cc and said next time I come in we will see if I have the 4 in there that should be. This also happened my very first fill, when I should of had 3 but he only found 2. So now all I can do is wait to see if we pull out the full 4 next time. I do have to say I know I am not at my sweet spot but I can definetly feel a difference with this last fill. I see I have to chew my food alot more that I had to in the past! As for excercising! In the begining I was on track, really kicking butt! I have definetly lost motivation. I need to get back on the band wagon so to say haha : ) have a great week
