danielle b

Hospital gown, no bra.....my experience was different. It took about 45 minutes to do mine. The barium is disgusting, I had way more than a cup to drink. And about an hour after the test, I had a very bad cramp on my right side that didn't go away for 8 hours, doctor said I had a reaction to the barium. Good luck to you....

As I sit here sipping on my warm chicken broth I am well into my 4th day post-op. I had surgery in Mexcio and was pleased with my experience. I am doing ok but still dealing with major gas pains. I am ready for this phase to end.

I was banded on June 7....3 days post op. I was sooooo miserable the first 2 days, I actually had begun to have regrets, by Wednesday I was feeling better, today, I think I am still experiencing gas pains also. I will be on Clear Liquids until the 16th and then full liquids.< /p>

Thank you so much to both of you for your support!! My surgery date is just 5 days away and I still won't let myself believe that it is true. During the high Protein diet I actually got to the point where it was effecting my driving (almost ran into a guard rail more than once) and I was having trouble thinking straight and talking. This is a problem since I am a nurse and deal with people's lives.... I was instructed (after being seen in urgent care) by the more than one of the doctors that I work with that I should go off the high Protein diet and start a healthy balanced sensible diet. It appeared that I was going into metabolic ketoacidosis which can kill you if you aren't careful. Since much of the weight lost during these diets is Water weight I am somewhat scared that now that I'm eating again I will regain the weight but as my family and co-workers say, it's just not worth killing myself over a 2 week diet.

By the way, if you have a negative comment to make about me not staying on the high protein diet please keep it to yourself. Save the drama fo' yo' momma!

You know....I do NOT have to be on a liquid pre op diet. So I am not going to say nothing about you not sticking to it.... My surgery is tomorrow.....and I am going to eat good tonight, just not after midnight!!! Stay Strong and I will catch you next week....Good luck!

My surgery is tomorrow, June 7. I had no liquid pre op diet. I just can't eat after midnight tonight. Stop taking all Vitamins a week before surgery, as for your other meds....I couldn't tell you. The only other meds I was taking, was birth control pills, I also had to stop those 2 weeks before surgery. I hope that helps a little bit, otherwise make sure you call your surgeon's office tomorrow morning to have your questions answered. Good luck!!

I started my Lapband journey in Feb 2010. The surgeon that I am using, ladies in his office called my insurance for me and then they had me call insurance company to ask what I needed in order to get the lapband. My primary insurance wanted a BMI of over 40, if it is under I had to have co-morbidities and they wanted a letter of medical necessity from my doctor. Secondary insurance only wanted a psych eval and proof that I have been obese for the past 5 years.

So, in your case.....I would start out by finding a surgeon and see what they can do for you, or you can start by calling your insurance company and ask what the requirements are for lapband, some insurance's want you to be on a diet for 6 months, so they all vary......Good Luck!! :thumbup:

Congratulations!! I will be joining you on Monday June 7th. I am not one bit scared, I am too excited. I will take this weekend to finish up my shopping. Good luck to you!

Wow....I am sooooo glad I found this thread. I have gained 11.9 pounds (according to my wii fit), since my physical for surgery in March....I don't know if I just keep eating and don't stop because I know that surgery is coming...or what!!! I am relieved that I am not the only one.....My surgeon does not require a preop liquid diet. So I guess I will be "last mealing" it all weekend :thumbup: Surgery is scheduled for Monday June 7th...Thank God!!!! I can't wait to stop this compulsive overeating. Good luck to everyone!

Good luck to you Kira....It also took me a few months to get everything done! I work for a school district so I was planning on having surgery after school ended, since I have all summer off....Today was the last day!!! YAY....surgery is on Monday June 7th.

If you take a look through this forum and check out all the before and after pictures it will truly motivate you to get this done!!! I have been inspired by the pictures, I can't wait to post my pics....Too bad about the wait for the surgeon, maybe you can schedule surgery now, by the time it comes around, you will have finished all your other requirements.

Good Luck

My surgery is scheduled for June 7....I am also afraid of not being a success. This past month....I kid you not, I have not stopped eating. I have literally gained at least 10#. I don't know what is wrong with me!! I have been waiting a long time to be banded and I can't wait for Monday to come.

I believe it is the right decision for me. It is a great tool for anyone that is overweight. If it was up to me, in your situation....I would take this remarkable tool with me to OA. At least you will have something to control the overeating. Good luck on whatever you decide to do!! :biggrin:

How dare you speak bad of Optifast? :wink2:

I love the stuff. If the consistency is what bothers you. Try it with crushed ice.

Some people don't have a pre-op diet at all. They are just told to fast the night before surgery.

That's me....no pre op liquid diet!!! :biggrin:

Cool website....what is the name of it?? If I were you, I would start out by calling that Dr's office and see what their procedures are. And yes there are payment options with my surgeon, so I am sure there are for other surgeons.

Good luck to you!

What about June Bugs???

I like that!!! June Bugs......June 7th for me:w00t:

My paperwork was submitted to both of my insurances on April 22....primary insurance approved April 28 and secondary approved about 1 week later. My surgeon said they have never seen more than 3 weeks for approval.

I am scheduled for June 7 and I have no pre-op liquid diet!! I wonder why that is??? I am not complaining....post op liquid diet will be enough for me!!! Good Luck All....

My surgery is scheduled for June 7....I asked about being on a liquid diet and I was told....don't need it!!

Hi Danielle

Me too, im also booked in for surgery on June the 7th, i have my consultaion tomoz, and a bit nervous about the whole thing......where r you getting ur op???

Good Luck

Amanda

Amanda,

My surgery is in Klamath Falls, Oregon. Yours??

Jcp,

I started my lapband journey in Feb 2010. With your age and BMI....you totally qualify for the band! Here are the steps that I took to get me banded.....

1. called my insurance company to see if the band was covered

2. attended a seminar (Feb)

3. Nutrition consult, group talk with surgeon (Mar)

4. Psych eval (April)

That is all my surgeon needed....My insurance approved Apr 27.

I had a one on one consultation with the surgeon on May 19 and surgery is scheduled for June 7.

If you get a start on the process now, you might make it before your father loses his insurance. Also, after I attended the seminar, nurse in the office kept in touch with me the whole time as to what I needed to do and what I needed to give her.

Anyways.....start the ball rolling and call your insurance company. And research as much as you can about the band. I have researched for about 4 years and I am now ready!!! Good luck to you!!

I AM going to do this.....:thumbup: I have been researching the lap band for about 4 years now. I am currently in a great position with 2 insurances, and they have both approved me...YAYYYY!!

I will be banded on June 7th, and I can't wait to start my journey. I hope that you decide this is the trip you may want to journey on....best luck to you on your decision!!

Welcome.....My lapband journey will begin on June 7. It feels like it has been such a long process but I am finally almost to the beginning of my new start in life. Good luck to you....This website seems to be very informative and supportive.:thumbup:

I am on my final steps to becoming banded. I have a one on one with my surgeon on Wed, 19th.....and will leave with a DATE with my surgeon :}} I am soooooo excited!!!

Time for Mom,

My insurance approval was in one week, second insurance less than 2 weeks. Wish you luck on getting approval soon. And yes of course we can journey together.

Also....I am totally taking pictures!!!

I have researched the LAP-BAND® for years....and I am now finally here. I currently have 2 insurances and I have received approval from both. My one on one consultation with Dr Mirande is on May 19th and I am hoping to be banded on June 4, 2010. I can't wait to begin this journey, it has been a long time coming!!