YongsanFatty
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1 years has passed since you registered at LapBandTalk! Happy 1st Anniversary YongsanFatty!
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That is great Jen! Doesn't it feel good to have the actual "surgery" part of the journey behind you? For me that was the biggest unkown. Right now I'm pretty much on regular foods at this point, I just chew like crazy. I don't have any band restriction yet which is dangerous, let me tell you! At one point I gained 3 lbs back but was able to get it off again. As of now I am 19 lbs down. I get my first fill a week from today! Take care, keep me udpated.
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Lap Band Surgery Day Stories
YongsanFatty replied to pennyt's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My story is similar to other folks on here in that it was my first surgical procedure ever...but it is very different because I had my procedure in Seoul. I went in last Thursday (the 19th), fasted, at 9 a.m. The surgeon and his staff were incredibly nice. I couldn't believe how much time and attention they gave me. They had me in the "VIP" room...VIP status is an interesting thing in Korea - I'm not sure if it was because of the job that I do or because I was the most complicated surgery of the day in their medical clinic. Haha! Anyway, they started my IV, then led me to the operating room. The last thing I remember was the anestesist saying was "This is just pure oxygen" as he placed a mask in front of my face. Then he asked me if all of my teeth were real and the nurses who were strapping my arms down asked me if my fingernails were real...next thing I know, I'm back in the VIP room, freezing to death, under a heated blanket. My husband looks super worried, but he's trying to stay calm. My blood pressure had dropped and I was incredibly pasty/pale...but I was fine, otherwise. I think I just have a weak system when it comes to chemicals. I said a couple of sentences to the doctor in Korean and then he knocked me out again. (I guess my Korean wasn't so great, eh? ) They were incredibly attentive the rest of the afternoon and discharged me around 7:30 that night. I climbed into a cab and headed home. Korea is different than the US in that they don't really prescribe strong pain meds. They gave me orange flavored ibuprophen (in a child's dosage!), antacids, and antibiotics. They did, however, send me home me with my IV still in tact and 24 hours of some sort of painkiller in a "to go" donut shaped container. I walked a LOT...belched a lot...and nothing really hurt unless I laid wrong or when I had to bend over the first few days. I sat up a lot as well...but I slept a lot, too. I tried not to lay down unless I was sleeping. I went back to work the following Monday and haven't had any problems so far. I am scheduled to see my surgeon on Thursday again to make sure all is well. Thank you all for your support and encouragement during this time. You're the best virtual support group anyone could ever ask for! :-) -
Hey, lady! Glad to hear that it went so well for you! I was banded last Thursday..was out Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, then returned to work on Monday and was fine all day. I just have to be very careful with what I lift...and to be sure I take time to eat (well..eat liquids and mush! haha!) and drink throughout the day as appropriate. What kinds of foods are you having now?
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Thanks! I'm surprised at how good I do feel, now that it's been 48 hours out. I think I may just see how I feel tomorrow morning (Monday) and decide from there if I want to go in. I think my boss will understand.
How is everything going for you, how are you feeling??
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So glad to hear that it went so well! Will you be back at the office tomorrow or Tuesday?
Such an exciting time in your life!!! I am looking forward to more updates! :-)
~jen
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I have tried Worldwide Pure Protein and Isopure. I like both of these, particularly the Isopure that are more sport-drink-like than milkshake-like. Too many Protein drinks are milkshake-like. I fear I will get milkshaked out! I am in Korea, so my choices are a little limited, but in the store today I saw Fruitein and Cytogainer. Has anyone tried either of these? I typically buy one bottle or bar to try it out, but these two were only available in large sizes. I hate to commit if the product doesn't have any street-cred with other bandees. :-) I figure we all are/were pleasantly plump for many reasons, but one that we have in common is that we have good taste when it comes to...taste. :party:
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I'm back and BANDED!!!
YongsanFatty replied to spoiltmom's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Wow...that's impressive! You must be one tough cookie! We're excited to see how the rest of your journey goes! :-) -
I will be doing self-pay in Seoul. It will be between $6,400 and $6,800 when all is said and done. (After the pre-tests, initial consultation - which impressed me. I never expected a surgeon to spend more than an hour with me - explaining everything and answering all of my questions!) My fills will be $25 per visit.
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I wish you all the best and success in your journey. I try to always remain positive but this isn't a perfect world therefore there are times when you need to be "real" and know it isn't always going to be easy. Since my last post, that "chicken bone" feeling has subsided (knock on wood) and hopefully will stay that way. That was an awful feeling to have. Hopefully now I can get some of this protein crap in me for I feel weak as hell not having anything inside of me. Keep me posted on you and I will pray for you! (I'm still not quite sure how to add friends on here so if you do, add me....I would be honored!) Talk to you again soon!!!!
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Thanks for sharing, Daisy. I will be banded on the 19th of August. I will enjoy following your posts as you're about 4 weeks ahead of me. It is nice to know what to expect. I appreciate the way that you write, it is upbeat, but also honest. We need the truth as much as the sunshine, eh? :-) Stay strong and I look forward to your next post! :-)
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Need Lap Band Buddy / Mentor Willing to share your wisdom and experience?
YongsanFatty posted a topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I would be forever grateful for some guidance. :-) I will be banded on August 19th, two days before my 30th birthday. I weigh 222 right now, as I have lost some weight during my pre-op diet. I am having the procedure in Seoul and have been impressed with the service and attention that I've received from my surgeon and his staff. We battle the language barrier quite well and between my Korean and his English (he worked with a surgeon in Florida for several years), we seem to communicate effectively. While I feel like I understand everything that is going on/will go on physically, I am worried about what happens emotionally and socially. I haven't told many people about my decision to band and would like to keep it as quiet as possible as I'm a fairly private person. I guess what I'd like to have is a buddy/mentor who is willing to share their past experiences and wisdom with someone who is somewhat clueless. My husband is an RN and is very supportive, but I think it would be wonderful to be able to have someone to turn to who truly understands everything I will experience. In return, of course, I am willing to flatter you shamelessly and send you special treats from South Korea. (Unfortunately, I have no guidance or wisdom about banding to offer in return.) -
It is helpful that you're having the other things handled at the same time...that way if you do need an additional day, they'll understand without you having to be cryptic or mysterious about it. :-) I can definitely relate to my business being everyone else's business, too. I live in one of the largest cities in the world (Seoul), but I live and work in a small American community...it is amazing how much we all know about each other. I know that some folks would be ultra supportive, but many would be judging me. We have enough to worry about with potential complications, pre-op and post op limitations, healing/recovery and adopting new lifestyles. We don't need to worry about what other folks think! The less they know, the better. :-)
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Good luck with your surgery this week, Sara! We'll all be thinking of you and look forward to hearing updates on your progress.
Stay strong!
~jen
