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I am like 6 weeks post opp . no fill yet but, i feel like i am not doing something wrong. 29 pounds total and only 7 of that in the last 2-3 weeks. what am i doing wrong
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Meet with surgeon Wednesday...and get my date! YIKES!!
imawhodat posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Let's hope the food funeral I've been on for the past two weeks hasn't caused me to gain weight! LOL I meet with my surgeon Wednesday to sign consents and get my date. It's so amazing to me that something I've prayed about, wanted, wished for the past two years is finally happening. I had my mother take my measurements this evening. Bust, waist and hips are all 51 1/2......can you say HEART ATTACK waiting to happen???? I think tonight I'm going to list my fears and then I'm going to list what I'm going to look forward to be able to doing. Maybe putting pen to paper will help me process all of this. Leanne -
Where do i start.
ClbsMm2000 replied to smellechelle's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I called my insurance company and found out their requirements, then spoke to my doctor and called the surgeons office a friend recommended. The surgeon gave me forms to have my doc fill out every month when I did the monthly weigh - ins for 6 months my insurance wanted. Then the surgeon set me up for the psych evaluation and nutritionist. After we had the psych evaluation, nutritionist report and 6 months of within reports, the surgeon submitted it to insurance and they approved. My surgery is set for 2 weeks from today. -
First post...Surgery on Monday, March 30th. :-)
2009LB replied to Winkiespleen's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I completely agree with you. I am so jealous you are going as soon as next week. Good luck. I wish you the best. -
muaraclegg - you are right, too. I need to drop my calories and get to the gym. I can do the eliptical for a whole 30 minuites without feeling near death. That is a feat for me! bel;e - I am envious that you can do the elliptical that long. I tried the gym and even have a treadmill in my basement, but I get BORED!! I walk 3 miles as many times a week as I can, plus I do some exercise vids I found OnDemand. But I am in a slow spot in my weight loss now and it is annoying to me... I need to boost my metabolism.... someone recommended I try and fool it by upping my calories for a day or too and then dropping then back down (prob not the healthiest), I am trying that today.. going to drop back down on Sunday to my normal 600-800. Also drink plenty of Water - I think I lose more when I drink more water. Unfortunately I am a diet coke - aholic. I can't drink it from a can or bottle anymore so I allow myself a fountain soda every day - if I don't have it in the house I freak, if it's here I can drink water all day and it won't bother me,
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First post...Surgery on Monday, March 30th. :-)
Winkiespleen posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hi everyone! I'm a 26 year old woman from Texas, and I'm going in to get banded on Monday of next week. I'm excited, scared, and thankful to have gotten the opportunity to have this surgery. I'm single, and I figure that my twenties is the perfect age for me to start getting thinner. I think the bad (food getting stuck, not eating out as much) outweighs the good (being healthier, looking better). Does anyone remember the kinds of pain medication they were prescribed? Did you have to take a steroid? I'm kinda sensitive when it comes to pills. Do you have to take out all of your piercings when you have the surgery? (I've got alot of ear piercings....) Any advice? -
I know what you mean! BUT stick to your preop diet to the letter (and even more importantly the first 6 weeks or so of the post op diet)! Don't cheat...it's just for a little while and then you should be able to eat most foods again, you'll just (as you get restriction) be able to eat less. This is the hardest part but hang in there so your liver will shrink and you will have a smooth operation! :tongue_smilie:
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Nice 4 week start, Good luck on your journey
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Hello all. I am new to this site, so I hope I am doing this right. I am getting "banded" next Tuesday, November 20th. I am a nervous wreck!!! I know I have made the right decision, but that doesnt make it any less scary. Anyone getting this done next week? Any words of wisdom?
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I did drive, when I went out but I probably shouldn't have. I got air in my tire, went to the grocery store and went to the craft store. I thought, the more walking the better. But the bending over to get air in my tire really messed me up for a while. I did no check to see if I was really allowed to, I guess I should have. I am still swollen. I think I still have some gas, and I have not had a bowel movement since last Thursday, so about a week. Yesterday I started releasing some gas. I took two weeks off from work, but I like to keep busy so I am afraid this down time will only encourage me to do more than I should. I really need to rest a lot and do some walking.
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Thanks for your post.....I feel this process is soooooooooo long. I have my psych appointment next week then all will get submitted to my insurance Heres hoping!
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I didn't lose any weight while I was transitioning into the new food stages. I know it's frustrating because you lost all that weight at the beginning and now you're not, even though you're eating next to nothing still. I went for 2 weeks without losing (or gaining) any weight. So don't worry, it's normal! What actually helped me was eating more calories...I know it sounds counterproductive, but my body goes into starvation mode very easily. If I consistently eat less than 1,000 - 1,200 calories a day, I stall out and don't lose any weight. So make sure you're getting in enough calories and plenty of Protein. You can also increase your exercise routine, or start one if you haven't already. Best of luck to you!
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Definitely make sure you eat your protein. That has happened to me before. I eat almost nothing and then I don't lose weight. But you have to keep in mind the body will go into starvation mode instantly if it's not receiving enough nutrition. So often I eat less than 1200 cal but as long as I get my protein intake I'll still lose the weight. Also every so often I eat something with a little fat in it just to release my leptin. It really just comes to finding a healthy diet with a lot of protein. You're only four weeks in so it may be time for your first fill. When I stalled, I stalled for about three weeks around 240. And then I got my fill and and started losing 2 pounds a week. So don't feel like you're alone in this, we've all been through it. This too shall pass.
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I have a question. I was told when I had my UGI that I had a very small dilation. I asked if it was because I ate too much or did anything else I shouldn't of. I was told no. I asked if they were going to remove fluid and was told no, everything was going down fine and that it was very slight. I wasn't even told to go on liquids...just that I was progressing nicely and my weight loss is good and that in fact the fluid was moving through so well that I probably could actual use a slight fill (but they wouldn't do it because of the heartburn and reflux). To this day, I still struggle with heartburn and occasional nightly reflux and lots of burping (most of this is the week before my period...sorry if TMI, but I get alot tighter then). Do you all think I should press this issue?? Is the dilation getting better/worse/the same? Am I hurting myself? I don't want to have any fluid taken out, but I don't want to hurt myself and potentually lose my band! have you ever heard of doing nothing for a slight dilation? Just any input would be appreciated. Thanks!
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from lap band to bypass,,anyone?
kissalvoe replied to sapphire12305's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@ I assume you're talking to me because it was my revision that just failed. The doc said I can try again in about three months but now I have to hope I heal, hope the insurance approves another go, and come up with all the money for out of pocket and travel expenses -
I am just over 5 months post op and for the past 3 weeks my stomach has been soooo sour! I have been taking nexium twice a day and probably going to start Prilosec again. It happens all day long and nothing is helping. Sometimes it makes me seriously feel like I'm going to puke. Has anyone else had this?? I had reflux the first month or 2 but it went away.
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I am scheduled for sleeve surgery on 4-27, and I am on day 9 of my 12 day liquid diet. I have done well, with the exception of not drinking enough water. I am worried though, because the weight is not coming off like I feel it should. I definitely feel a big difference, but my scale hasn't moved in 4 days. I had a kidney stone this week, which made me very sick. I had lots of chicken broth, and a couple of nights I had a few saltines because I felt so sick. I finally went to the hospital last night, and actually passed the stone in the ER. They said I had no infection and was ok to have the surgery. My concern now is my weight. My doc relys on weight loss to show compliancy with the pre-op diet. I don't know if it is because of the kidney stone, all the sodiium I had this week, or the crackers I ate. I just really need to get my scale to move, or I'm afraid my doc won't do my surgery! It has been such a tough week being in such pain AND being sooo hungry. I'm frustrated and scared. I would really appreciate any help or advice. Thank you!
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Only a few more days to go!
Robin26 replied to petra1124's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My sleeve is 4/22/2013 tommorrow. So I'm really excited and hungry.Nothing but liquids since last week. I'm ready to get this done and start my new journey. Good luck hope the best for you. -
I spiked a 102 fever in the hospital, they gave me Tylenol and a cool wet washcloth. It came down, and my white cell count was good. As precaution they had me have a follow-up lab to make sure the white cell count was still normal. My white count was good, and the fever stayed around 99.5 for over a week. Hope your recovery is smooth, and pain free.
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Pacific Bariatric - San Diego, Ca
SML1997 replied to `JakeRoberts's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hey there lessofmeismore! Yes I'm officially post op. Today is actually day 7 for me so I'm officially one week post op now. I feel so blessed to have this opportunity and I feel I have a great shot at accomplishing something I always wanted. Thank you for your encouraging words.....I'm doing pretty good so far and everyday gets better. -
My update from June 1
James Marusek replied to DinaJuneSleever's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Congratulations on being approved for surgery by your insurance company. I would recommend three things at your stage. 1. Take a good before photograph of yourself, so that you have something to compare to after surgery. Many times we are blind to our obesity. We do not see ourselves. Therefore when the weight begins to drop off rather dramatically, we question if this is really happening. Photographs are a good visualization of our success. Many people carry a before and after photo with them, just to remind themselves of their success. 2. Walk 30 minutes each day, every day until surgery (or equivalent exercise). Walking helps the recovery process go smoothly and minimized the pain levels from surgery. 3. Wean yourself from caffeine and carbonated beverages now. After I gave up my 6 diet coke a day habit, I suffered from a week of severe withdrawal syndrome consisting of severe headaches and body aches. I was miserable. You don't want to combine the effects of caffeine withdrawal with the effects of surgery. -
September 4Th Surgery Date!!!
hls50 replied to lv2nurse's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats!! I'm a week behind you, I'm on Sept. 11th. I'm actually going on a cruise 2 weeks before my surgery, this was planned way before I got going on this. I get back from the cruise and have to start my liquid diet. What about you? When do you have to go on yours? Do you have to have a hospital stay? -
Optifast Advice Needed
rabrijumo replied to rabrijumo's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So how much do you use in a week? -
Old stomach still growling and gurgling
Bigguy9347 replied to retzlpa's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I think he actualy meant what he said his old stomach is Groaning. The reason I say this is becuase my Old stomach did also for about a week and a half after surgery . It was 2 distinct growls from 2 different areas one from my pouch and one from my old stomach. It was rather strange but it did stop. My surgeon told me it was nothing to worry about. -
Sleeved 4/11 5 days out
kins117 replied to carlychloe2's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am clear liquids for 1 week (sleeved 4/12), then will go to purées which includes yogurt, sf pudding, applesauce, etc
