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Hello all, This is my first day on here and also my first post. I received news on Monday that I got approved for my lapband. I am having the procedure done on March 5. I am very happy, but also a little worried about how I will feel after the surgery. Most of my concern comes from the pain after, but I think I'm a strong enough man to take it and whether or not the weight will fall off over time (I just don't want to get too skinny). I'm also concerned about the eating of liquids and mushy food for the 3-4 weeks. If anyone can provide insight it would be greatly appreciated.
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1 week Post-op and I don't think it's working!
Khy replied to diesel66's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am 2 weeks post-op and still on full liquids. Yes I do feel physical hunger. I get that empty gnawing feeling. But then my doc has me low calorie, low carb, low fat, low sugar, and high Protein. Weight loss has been pretty good so I can't complain about that at all. I guess now is the time we are supposed to work on our food issues. I have found that certain things slide right through. Well so far everything I am allowed to have slides right through except the Protein shakes. They do tend to hang around longer and keep me from being hungry. Khy...sucking it up and learning hunger isn't going to kill me. -
I had my second fill after not loosing any weight for 3 weeks. I went from 1.00 to 1.4 after a week it was still hurting to drink coffer or orange juice in the mornings. All I could get down was creamed Soup and puffed cheatos. The Dr could not belive I gained 1 lb, he took out .2cc for some releif, I go back in 3 weeks. Dr said I had to be eating really bad food. Cream of (take your pick) twice a day and Carnation instant breakfest in the morning. Sometimes crackers, chips or popcorn just to get something down. I am getting very disappointed I have only lost 20 lbs since my surgery Oct 8. I have not lost any weight since before Christmas. Anybody else had this kind of problem. :confused:
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I am fifty-four, single, and was banded in August 2013. I have finally maybe gotten to my green zone. I am a retired third grade teacher. I never dreamed I would have to retire so soon. I didn't want to stop at thirty years, but I had to because of my mental and physical health. I had gained so much weight (307 lbs.) and my job was so stressful even though my students were awesome. I was also dealing with precious parents who were in their late eighties. One was healthy and taking care of the unhealthy one with Alzheimer's . I was so depressed. I would not let anyone in my house because it was so embarrassing. I just didn't have the energy to do anything. I was diagnosed with an inactive thyroid, vitamin D and B deficiency, sleep apnea, etc. I had my lap band done, but I had to pay for it out of pocket which has led to money problems. I have only lost about fifty pounds. It has been hard to exercise because of knee problems. I have happily had two knee surgeries and am improving every day. I am doing therapy and riding my recumbent bike. I still feel like I overeat at times and don't follow the rules as strictly as I should. I am a Christian and I definitely believe in prayer. I also need encouragement from people who TRULY understand. Thank you so much!!
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FRUSTRATED on liquids, HUGE VENT, when will I lose? aaahhhhhhh
Done replied to Done's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
AND, I'd also like to add another bitch, since I introduced the Soups into my diet, increasing my calories to an approximate *WHOPPING* 1000 cals per day, MY WEIGHT HASN'T BUDGED. GRRR!!! -
I was up 2 hours after my operation and I flew from the UK back to Ireland a day after my operation. I would have been fine to work, however due to the fact that you are on the liquid diet post op your energy levels can be low so you may want to take some protein shakes and vitamins to build yourself back up. I was back with my personal trainer 3 weeks after my op doing cardio but no weights for 5 weeks after
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Soo, I waited 2 months before getting my first fill instead of the suggested 4-6 weeks..wanted to see what I could do on my own, I lost 5 pounds..Im not mad about that at all because I really had no restrictions...I started at 270lbs in March. Day of Surgery 259 and current weight 240...My goal is somewhere between 180-190...I'm tall 1 day of liquids...lets see how much I can loose during the next 6 weeks!
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Finally after plateauing for a long time, I have lost nearly 5lbs. What have I done differently? Well I listened to the psych finally. I stopped weighing myself altogether, and stopped getting weighed and measured at the gym too. His concern was that the small difference I would see from weighing daily, or even weekly could have a detrimental effect how I eat if it doesn't look good. I only weighed at the dietitian's and when I went for my last check up and fill at the specialist's rooms on Thursday. Anyway they are both pleased with my progress and say I am right on track with the weight loss progress. I have also increased my sessions at the gym to compensate for not being able to walk far because of a problem with my ankle and that too seems to have worked in my favour. In all the time that I was plateauing, though, I was getting smaller and everyone was making favourable comments. I could see it in the clothes I was wearing too and that there were less bulges poking out everywhere. I have gone down from a size 20 (Australian sizing) to an 18, and can fit in some size 16 long pants and tops. For the first time in MANY years I have bought clothes in 'normal' shops as opposed to 'fat girl' shops, and am buying 'Large' as opposed to 'extra large' or even 2XL. I do feel good and love being banded. It is definitely working.
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Sounds like you need another fill. After you lose weight your band loosens as well.
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Hi everyone! Thought Id post a bit of progress.I have had a few ups and downs along the way..2 fills gaining weight constantly and no restriction-then 3rd time lucky on 11 June 08 result! I have lost just over 3 stones so far. Starting weight 20.6 stones (286 lbs) present weight 17.4l stones (242 lbs) There is 14lb to 1 stone if that makes it a little clearer(sorry for not adding that sooner) I have noticed clothes becoming looser and inches falling off. I dont feel deprived as I can still eat a fair amount. I think I am due another fill soon as I am starting to eat larger meals and feel hungry more often.Still losing every week around 1-2 lbs so still good result. Will post some photos soon,not a major difference yet-but its still early days. Happy banding everyone! xx
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Hi everyone! Thought Id post a bit of progress.I have had a few ups and downs along the way..2 fills gaining weight constantly and no restriction-then 3rd time lucky on 11 June 08 result! I have lost just over 3 stones so far. Starting weight 20.6 stones (286 lbs) present weight 17.4l stones (242 lbs) There is 14lb to 1 stone if that makes it a little clearer(sorry for not adding that sooner) I have noticed clothes becoming looser and inches falling off. I dont feel deprived as I can still eat a fair amount. I think I am due another fill soon as I am starting to eat larger meals and feel hungry more often.Still losing every week around 1-2 lbs so still good result. Will post some photos soon,not a major difference yet-but its still early days. Happy banding everyone! xx
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G2-I read an article about fructose corn syrup how it can really slow down weight loss....thats the 2nd ingredient in G2...and I really LOVE G2 its been my "sodas" lol but anyhow if you compare the label to a coke it has less sugar but still ....I'm trying to cut down all the sugar I can to see if that changes anything.....
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A similar thing happened to me. I would get my period every 2 weeks. 14 days on/ 14 days off. Miserable... I went to my ob/gyn and he just said "that's pcos" and I told him that not for me, bc I normally never got it. He was hoping that I would start to ovulate...but no dice. I just started taking birth control, which usually helps me lose weight bc it regulates my hormones. I am hoping to have our first round of IVF this coming fall.
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I know mine decided on which one according to your size and where most of your fat is located. I got the inamed 9.75 lowprofile band, which is the smaller band, not because I was small but most of my weight is hip, butt and legs. I've never had as much stomach fat. He said if he but the bigger band on a smaller stomach you would never get as good of restriction. Same thing if you have lots of stomach fat and that's where you carry most of your weight. If he put the smaller band on you would be too tight and it would erode into your stomach. Hope this helps a little. As you can tell, I'm no doctor. LOL.
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Me too.. I know most on here have had fills?? I went Monday and he pulled out .75cc I was filled 2 months ago to 1.5cc... Still have no clue where the rest of the fill went?? Then he fill me to over 2.??cc I feel a little restriction but I'm back today eatting 5 small meals. I just want to get my protein in so I'll start losing weight again. I'm going to give it a few weeks but If I'm still eating I'm going again for another fill.. I'm like you I wish I knew what that magic # was so I could have him fill me to it.. Sorry I'm no help!
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I had my first fill yesterday. I had contemplated not having one because I have not felt any hunger between meals and have to remind myself to eat. That is until this week! I had been walking on my own and the weight loss had slowed down once I went back onto regular foods. However, slow and steady was fine. This week, I started with a personal trainer and I noticed a HUGE difference in getting hungry around meal times. I went from struggling to get in 700 calories a day. My doctor actually told me I would have to increase my calories due to the amount of exercise. Got to give the body some fuel! So I gladly chose to take my first fill. Back on liquids for a couple of days, but I am anxious to see if I can balance out this fill with my new exercise regime.
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When I had my first fill on 9/14 it started out feeling very tight and then as I lost more weight with it it became more comfortable and I felt properly restricted . Then I started to feel as though I could eat too much so I made an appointment for a fill. I realize that this is all perfectly normal, and part of how the band works, but then the weirdest thing happened the last two or three days I feel very uncomfortably restricted again and had an icky pb-ing episode. Why would I go from feeling like I need a fill to just wanting mushies ?
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I did reach goal, but it took me 18 months. Hang in there and don't get discouraged. There is no expiry date on the sleeve and for how long we can lose weight. It just might take a little more work than it did in the beginning.
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How Soon After Post Op Can I "focus" On Weight Loss?
DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! replied to audreycat123's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Well for starters, "eating as little as possible" isn't the object nor is it wise. Eating healthy, balanced meals within the parameters set for you by your nutritionist is what you should be doing. If you're not getting enough calories, not only will it eventually drastically stall your weight loss but you'll burn muscle rather than fat. Talk to your doctor to make sure he says it's ok, but you should be able to start walking right now. As for other exercise, most are told to weight 4-6 weeks after surgery to allow your body time to heal. -
I would bet that when you can begin to exercise, your weight stall will change. It made a big difference in mine. Hope you feel up to doing some simple workouts soon!! Kat
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Hi Sunshine, well, the dietitian asks you about your diet history and eating style. They will discuss with you the dietary changes required after surgery and give you some insight into the road ahead. The psychologist will ask you about your diet history and why you want to lose weight. They are trying to find out if you are mentally ready or suitable for the op. When I was asked, I was honest. I said I wanted to lose weight for health and flexibility, but I also wanted to be more sexy.
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Well I had to get an unfill yesturday, and I just lost 22 pounds in about 9 weeks, very strange, I should have to get a fill, not an unfill, has this ever happened to anyone out there? I became very tight after losing the weight, so I have a appt for an upper GI on Tuesday to see if anything is ging on in there with the band?
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Hello everyone! I’m new to LBT and I think is a great forum with lots of answers and support, thank you. Finally today all my papers were submitted to my insurance (Cigna). I have completed all the insurance requirements; from sleeping test, 6 month supervised diet to the nightmare of finding weight history records for 5 years. I feel exhausted and anxious:paranoid , all I do is think about if they are going to approve or deny my surgery. By the way I live in north Texas is there anyone who wants to share how to cope during this process. Well I just needed to shout out.
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Oh dear... sorry to hear that. Hey, 30 lbs is nothing to sneeze at though-- would you have lost that 30 lbs on your own? I'll recommend a really good book -- The Beck Diet Solution. It's cognitive therapy for people trying to lose weight, and will give you some strategies for sticking with it even when discouraged. Good luck getting your meds worked out. And don't get too tight -- that just leads to band complications. You can do this!
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LadyBugRed I feel for you. I know the exact position you are in. I too am hypothyroidism and have known for 13+ years. I have been up and down with dosage, but the last year we think we have it right. However, I don't think that even if your thryoid is reacting like it should, does it make it easier to lose weight. I do all the right things: I am active, I play netball three times a week, eat properly and I still have trouble losing weight. That's why my doc put me onto the band. Even after the band, I find that if I don't exercise, I start to lose weight. Go figure! I think we have to trick our bodies, and eat different amounts of calaries each day. Up one day then down the next. If I eat the same thing every day (eg. small can of tuna and a cucumber) for lunch with similar amounts at dinner, my body doesn't recognise it is dieting. I eat so much less now than ever before, but it's still a struggle to move the weight - it's so darned confusing sometimes. :wub:
