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I have BCBS (MN). It took about 2 weeks, maybe a little less, from when my Dr submited it till i got approval.

Hey there- No worries, i haven't been on and really looked through everything in a while- just quick posts and that's it. Hang in there- it's all worth it. Im doing really well. I have lost 40 pounds since surgery on 10/14 and 60 since May. I have had 4 fills- CRAZY!!!!!!! I have an 11 cc band and now have 6 cc's in it (last fill was last wednesday). I think I have hit the right spot, at least I hope so. I just added some new pics. today (in my pre and post album). I have really been fighting head hunger and the desire to stress eat this last week more than usual. It's been difficult, but im getting by. keep in touch- I promise to do so!!!!!- Leslie

I was completely freaking out during the 1st and 2nd period!!!! Y'all definitely out shot us! I am so pumped we beat the Pens. I cannot stand that team. I was bummed that Y'all did not beat them in The Cup last year! Have a good week!

OMG I thought I was the only one but its even worse since mushies I've gained 2-3lbs back I'm like you I just want to wake up and at least 10lbs more gone. I can't wait to get a fill I believe Im scheduled for 1st fill 2nd week in Feb (so long away). I'm going to get a b12 shot in hopes that will speed some of this weight loss off faster. I've slowly been trying to incorporte my eliptical machine.

Good Friday Morning! TGIF! I found the dress, may go back next week and buy it! I will post pics too! I sorta hit a Plateau, eating right, just not going down much, but I think I have done ok, so I just hold on right now and wait, gonna add some exercise in the weekend now that the rain has stopped here. We have roads that are flooded over! It is depressing when you get that much rain and I can't go anywhere do anything, I want to sit, watch TV and eat! So got to get moving to get those lbs to go away! Sunshine is out today. Love your Blogs, keep them coming and I am going to check out your new page too.

The office just put in for my auth this week

Hello, I took 2000 mg of Biotin, but to be honest it didn't really work. I don't know if it was coincidence but within a week of starting on Zinc the hair loss stopped. I lost hair by the handful daily from post op months 4-8. It has finally stopped and I do have new growth. I wish you luck with this and I hope you don't lose to much hair.

Hey Girl,

How are you doing? I'm doing great! I went to the doctor and got a fill June 30th. I was nervous about the fill , but it's not that bad. It's just a stick then I heard a pop and the doctor said that was the needle entering the port. I hate needles but it was not bad at all. I'm sooooo glad I had the lapband. Doctor Felts made me feel soooo good about myself and said I was doing great. I had lost 17 lbs in a month by his scales. By my scales I had lost 20 lbs. I get another fill July 28th and I go see Dr. Felts in September. He said he expects me to lose at least 12 lbs a month. I opted to get a fill in 4 weeks, I was told I could get my second fill in three weeks.I got 1.6 cc fill this time. I have a total of 4.4cc in my band now. I forget what size band I have,, I think it's a 10cc or 12 cc band I'll ask him again next time I go. Also when you go for your fill ask for a card to track your fill and progress. They gave me one and it has your weight, BMI and fill volume. But you have to ask for the card. Since I had my fill I have better restriction than I did have but I can still eat. I just chew really good. I don't want mine too tight. As you lose you will need fills because as you lose weight the band loosens some. I just don't want to experience throwing up. Since going to the doctor June 30th I have lost an additional 7 lbs. I am well pleased with the results .

I can't wait to hear how well you are doing. I'd like to chat on the phone with you if you would like. My cell # 903-539-1374. I can call or talk any time with no extra charges. That is if you would rather me call you. If so just e-mail me your phone number to :tgh153xl@yahoo.com If you rather not I understand. You will have to let me know all about your fill and how much weight you have lost on Monday. The fill is really nothing to it. I could go on and on but as for myself I can do better talking on the phone. I'm not much on typing. You take care and keep in touch. I look forward to hearing from you. Call me or send me your phone number. I have more to tell you,, Hugs! Teresa

Hi! How ya doing? The date is so close. I wanted to wish you the best of luck! My sleep study went well but won't find out results until next week. Hubby and I are headed to Vegas tomorrow through Sunday. It should be tons of fun! I'll be thinking of ya! Give us an update when you are feeling better! Ciao!

Hello Telly,

I was reading your post about preparing for a bodybuilding competition and saw your workout schedule, but was wondering if you could also post what a typical week long menu looks like for you (with measurements if possible)? Also, how much isolated protein and nitro explosion do you consume per day and what time of day?

I'm really desperate for this info so I can start getting my body in great shape, too just like yours. You look awesome!!

Thanks,

Lisa Weinberger

hello all i am new to the group. I just had lap band surgery a little over 3 1/2 weeks ago. I feel great. I lost 21 pounds so far. I am glad that i made the decision to go with the surgery.

you don't know how your answers has helped me. i can't say thank you enough, 50lbs is a lot, :thumbup: and i agree slow is better.:iagree:How long did you have to wait after your seminar? mine was on 6/19/08 said they would call that week but they haven't yet. what insurance do you have ?

mine is bcbs of michgian. talk to you later

God Bless

Tammy

I am looking forward to this band. I am getting ready for my fourth doctors visit for insurance purposes. Meanwhile I have found out today I have low B12 and iron. I am already taking 50,000 units of Vitamin D every week. I have sjogrens syndrome and I take plaquenel I wonder if that can cause the deficiencies. Oh well, I figure this will delay my lapband. Pray everything is ok and I can continue with the lapband.

Cheryl

So you got your date in early July! I wish I would have thought of asking them to schedule me early....I changed mine to August 6, because I'm going to be on Vac the last week of July and I want to have a better time then I would with the band!(:

I am excited to get a WII Fit. They are sold out around here. Twenty lbs is so awesome. I love the fact that you are measuring instead, That is such a better indicator. I love the holiday idea. The other date was on one too...MEMORIAL DAY (remembering the dead!!!) I guess this one will be much more FUN! I have been applying everywhere to try to line up a job for after surgery. I have put my life on hold because I kept telling myself I didn't want to start a new job and then try to get time off for surgery. We are going to Michigan the day I have my one week check up. They said just to stand up and walk every hour. It is already a 12-13 hour trip without stopping except for gas and traffic. I hope you keep up the great work. Do you have a support system within your family and friends? Take care-Donita

One week out. I can do it. although at times I feel I may starve to death.

Going back to work tomorrow on my 1 week bandiversary... Ahhhh!

Not that happy with True Results right now...It's been almost 3 months since my first fill! I finally could get scheduled for an appointment in another 2 weeks! I understand their busy, but geez!! Anyone else have this issue?

I celebrated my 38th birthday on June 13th and had my second fill. Wasn't able to eat a piece of cake but i am happy to say that I am 50lbs down this week. Yeah, I reached my 50lb mark for my birthday.

Gotta love going into work on a Saturday! Weighed myself this morning 297!! Lost a pound and a half since Sunday! My 4 week post op video will be coming soon!

4 weeks post op... totally stalling on my weight loss, haven't been on the scale in 3 weeks... So discouraged, first fill is in two weeks...

went in for a 0.5cc unfill today. Got too tight overnight and nothing I did was helping. Threw up my saliva for 12 hours before managing to get in to see my dr. Feeling MUCH better now, with another appt in 2 weeks should I need a little more back in.

5 more weeks! Feels like years!

I'm home from the hospital. My surgeon removed over 12 pounds of excess skin. I'm not going sugar coat it- this sucks. I keep telling myself I'll be so glad in a couple weeks once I'm healed but right now I'm pretty miserable.

down 22 pounds and its been 3 weeks since I started the post op diet, 1 week post surgery......