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Entire Wardrobe including new pieces sizes 14-20 Must GO!
paula2468 replied to Kim Lap Band Talk's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I'm interested in 16/18 items.... Tops, dresses, office attire. Do you have any pics? -
3 Days post op in PAIN!
paula2468 replied to Mimi1980's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Once I got off the pain meds and walked things seemed to get better! -
Also I usually go back to a day if liquids after throwing up, you can get very swollen and not even know it.
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Thanks I will have to check it out!
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? conveting from band to sleeve - has anyone at or near goal weight done this?
paula2468 replied to mary murphy-dematteo's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Does insurance cover a conversion? -
I had to have mine emptied twice. Had my hiatal hernia come back after it was fixed in surgery... Then 6 more months and a gazillion tests I had my gallbladder removed. I just now have 3cc in my band after a year. I've also gained 25+lbs back. It's frustrating and if I can't get past 5 without the reflux, vomiting, etc... They also asked me if I'd considered sleeve and at this time I'm not ready for that.
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In Need Of A "unconventional" Mentor? ???
paula2468 replied to SteveFrett's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Does anyone wanna buddy up on myfitnesspal for motivation? -
Help - How Do You Know If U Need An Unfill?
paula2468 replied to Domika03's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm very sensitive so I do 1-3 days liquid to mushies after each fill. I personally have trouble with broccoli it just makes me pb every time, might try other foods for a bit and see? -
Have Fallen So Far Off The Wagon. Can I Get Back On?
paula2468 replied to Media_Girl's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I also had a setback, started back to the gym this week and need to start eating like I was before. 70lbs done and gained back 20 over the last 6 months. It's very defeating but at least we have the tools and know we can do it! Hope you get back in the game! -
I took the prescription anti nausea, the Gasx strips and this last time I wore the Sea Bands. The are just wrist bands that work, well Sit on your wrist pressure points. Moving every hour for 5 mins will help too even though it doesn't seem it, good luck!
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I ended up emptying my band and then after months of testing having my gallbladder removed. Be sure they investigate, my band DE did not so I went to the GI doc.
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Hello - New Here and Considering WLS - lapband
paula2468 replied to dramamommy's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
You are right to question, I think I have been successful because I was mentally ready for this step in my life. I hope you make the right decision for you and best of luck. -
Getting banded 2/18 and scared to death! Please tell me about your experience?
paula2468 replied to Natty19's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Good luck with your journey! I had my band in May 2010 and am down 65 lbs. I have had ups and downs. I have to say I got really sick off the pain meds post-op and didn't know if I had made the right decision. Months later, I know I did. One thing I didn't anticipate was stress affecting my band. The days when I feel too stressed I can hardly eat. I just had some Fluid taken out and so far am feeling great. Hopefully just another stepping stone. My other tip is stay active. I work at a desk but try to get a min of 30 mins a day, 5 days a week. Some weeks better than others but I think this is soooo imporant! -
How much time will i be off!!!!
paula2468 replied to bunnyluv37's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I took the full 2 weeks off. It really helped, but make sure to increase your activity at home so going back isn't so tough! -
I was banded 5/19 and have been losing much slower since starting the "real foods" again too. Just trying to keep focused and remember things like I can see my clothes fitting different too, small milestones!