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EndlsDremer
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I agree. Can someone please explain what each of these are? Making me nervous and not something I'm looking forward to! :thumbup:
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Agreed. 160! That is my goal weight! How did you get approved for the lapband if you don't mind me asking? About your chest situation... many women who are large breasted before weight loss end up needing a breast lift (only if they personally feel the need to!) I would assume the same for men. :bored:
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Hi- I am pre-band as well, just starting my 6 month journey...surgery in December. I was diagnosed with Gallstones about 2 years ago after a HORRIBLE and frightening attack. Since weight loss can cause an increase in attacks :smile2:, does anyone know if they will remove the gallbladder during the Lapband surgery? Thanks!
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Congrats! You are so inspiring to people like ME who are just NOW starting the process! :devil_smile:
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Teach724- How long was the process for you? I have BCBS in PA.. I'm just attending a seminar this Thursday and hope to get the ball rolling SOON. I'm a student and trying to get a surgery date by mid-August. Realistic? If not I'll have to wait until winter break! Thanks!
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Pre-OP profile picture, a weight loss surgery photo album by EndlsDremer on BariatricPal. 1 photo in Member Photo Gallery.
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Thank you so much everyone for the feedback!!
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I've been using drug treatment for the past 6 months, still trying to figure out the right dosage. Would like to do all I can to prevent becoming hypothyroid for now.... Thank you guys for the responses!
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Hi everyone, This is my first time on this site, and I'm not even sure if I'm posting a question in the right area! Over the past few weeks I have SERIOUISLY been considering the LAP-BAND® surgery. I feel like once I decided I've had ENOUGH being extremely overweight, this surgery and new way of life is all I can think about! I've been reading up on any information I can find over the past few weeks, however I can not find a definite answer to one important question I have. I was diagonised with Graves Disease, (hyperthyroidism) about six months ago. (I'm one of the lucky 5% that GAINS weight...) I'm taking thyroid medication right now. Also, I was lucky enough to finally confirm I have PCOS. No excuses... but obviously it is extremely hard for me to lose weight! I'm nervous I won't be approved for the LAP-BAND® since I have a Thyroid disease, which is technically autoimmune. Was/is anyone out there in the same boat as me? ANY information or guidance is greatly appreciated. Thanks! Marie :thumbup:
