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Pre-Surgery Diet Starts Tomorrow!
YankeeChick75 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm FINALLY on the home stretch of a long road! (Well, I still have a long way to go) Next week, 9/8, I will have my Lapband Surgery, my life will officially begin again! My doctor recommended a low carb pre op diet this week and then nothing but liquids (clear) the entire day before my surgery. Any suggestions are much appreciated! Also, anyone out there who's had the surgery yet?? How do you feel? Thanks! -
anybody else have issues 2 months out?
Kremmell785 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So as I type this I am on day 2 of being in the hospital. I can't consume anything by mouth without vomiting for the past week. I had surgery Nov 25, 2013 and minus a few typical bumps in the road at the very beginning, I have been doing great. Now they have no idea what's wrong. anyone else experience anything similar? -
I am 6 weeks out, and have recently been feeling nauseated in the mid afternoon. Anyone feeling these symptoms? Is this normal?
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So...here I am..7 days out. I can see now, that last week was a "honeymoon" phase. Didn't miss or want food. Now...I am doing great, but my head is starting to think...jeez...I have not eaten in a looooong time. I am hungry at times. I have a protein shake, and that stops that...luckily those intervals have worked into 3 "meals" a day. But I am stating to miss eating a little. I find myself thinking of really decadent food, that quite frankly I have not had for months...but they are popping into my head. I am starting to mourn, seems early, and I know once I start driving and getting back out into the world this week, the real challenges will begin. Not gonna lie. Scared..and a little sad. I know its worth it, and I knew what I was getting into, but until you are actually here you have no idea how you will feel. Just wanted to vent, and see if anyone else is feeling this way.
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Ohio Sleevers And Mexico...
AStephenson replied to AmandaRaeLeo's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm still here Amanda! Dr. Ariel Ortiz, Feb. 18th in Tijuana...7 weeks and counting..woot! woot! -
No pre op diet?
lambshop 74 replied to taylormarie421's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
if your bmi is borderline youth can bypassed the 2 weeks pre op diet I just put my self on 2 days of liquid before surgery. -
4 weeks out- watermelon ok?
jess9395 replied to MayDaisy's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Good point! Everyone's body tolerates different things differently. I couldn't eat eggs for months but could do lettuce at six weeks. -
I don't know your schedule or anything but if I were you I would "cook" for myself and if the wife wants some too she can have it. If you are off on the weekend or whatever day, try that day to do some cooking and freeze/ refridgerate. There are plenty of online sites where they have recipes for the whole week. If you do not have time, on the way home from work stop in and get a rotiserie cooked chicken and sides from your local grocery store or buy some of the reheat and serve type meals they sell in the grocery store...of course you have to look at calories and such but there are some healthy quick alternatives at the store as well,even in the freezer/ fridge section. Marriage is give and take so maybe you will need to be the one to plan the meals for awhile. As far as her support she may be having some fear about the procedure or how things will change if you change. Who knows! Good luck to you...
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Onederland!... And now stalled lol
katsmeow replied to bringiton's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yes it happened to me. Than I gained a few pounds. And took two weeks togoback to 198 -
Anyone have an issue with Sucralose/Splenda?
Ballermom replied to BryBro63's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Well, just been experience big headaches that splenda added to them big time. On medication for when i get migraines. Just got off the splenda this week. I was taking in a lot per day. Re tried it one sip and l was sick. But I loved it in my drinks. I'm so I over it. Good luck -
What's your favorite pureed recipe? I have 5 weeks to go. Any new ideas would be great! Thanks in advance. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App
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Pain pain go away
HatheryOnHerWay replied to kaylaxO's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Everyone's recovering is different, but I had my surgery on a Wednesday (5/22) and was back to work the next week Tuesday (5/28). -
I had my sleeve done 5 weeks ago and I also am experiencing leg pain. Mine is from the knees down. I know muscle pain and I don't think that is it. It is not hot or warm to the touch. Just sensitive! Hoping it will go away. I go back to Dr. for 6 week check up and that will be one of my questions. I did mention it after three weeks when I started my monthly cycle (which was aweful cramping that I have not had since I was a teenager) and they thought it was just sore muscles. It is still sensitive and its been 2 weeks since then. Will let you know what I find out.
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Hey Y'all - New Here - Insurance approved today!
Tbird49 replied to SkinnyScarlett's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Congratulations on your approval it sounds like your mind is in the right place to take on this journey with us I just passed the 3 week post op date 20 lbs down , I wish I could say it's been all fun but it hasn't , the beginning liquid/ puréed food stages SUCK but remember that is all temp. My highest weight was 267 and I will be 50 in April I wanted to start living not existing .. So my new friend have faith and all will be well ... Cheers to your new healthier life -
Although I had my surgery in February - I hosted my husband's three day family reunion not long after my surgery. I cooked, baked cakes, bought bakery goods, etc - and served food throughout the three days. I had decided before the surgery what I could eat and when, and just set my mind to it - with little or no problems. I sat at the table with the family - ate my meals - and talked up a storm with folks I hadn't seen in a year. Everyone knew I had gone through the surgery, and eveyone was supportive. Looking back on the reunion - it was a lot of fun and I have great memories of it - and I don't remember any feelings of deprivation. Once, years ago, I was on the modi-fast diet. For nine months, I mixed powdered Protein mix into smoothies (no calories added except the protein powder) and ate nothing but smoothies and broth. I went through Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations with the family. My sister and law and I cooked the whole shebang for both celebrations. She was suffering from really bad inflammatory bowel syndrome at the time - and all she was eating was mashed potatoes. She had her potatoes, and I had my smoothie and my broth. We had a great time during those holidays. It really came home to both of us that the celebration of the holiday with the family is about so much more than just eating a great meal. It is about family and friends, and sharing accomplishments, and catching up on what people are doing. Both holidays have much deeper meaning than just a gift exhange and a calorie festival. The important thing is making up your mind before hand, and making a plan. Then - you just do it. It got to the point that it really didn't bother me. Good luck with your surgery. If you do go through the holidays on the pre-op diet or just after surgery - my thoughts and prayers will be with you.
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Holidays are here! What is YOUR "Diet" Plan when around family\friends?
Sleeve2B posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hello VST Family, For me, I have gotten lucky! I am now 8 weeks out, and my scale is moving again. (yeahh as of this mornning I am 200.0 flat!) Kool, huh? Anyway, I don't want to sabotage my scale numbers and I have gotten lucky. My family is sick and tired of the traditional "holiday foods". My son came to me and asked me NOT to cook the traditional turkey\ham and fixings. Instead, he wants .........LASAGNA. (Yeahhhh me! Easy food. :smile1: Sooooo, I will be making a Lasagna for him and meatloaf and veggies for me! I will also be cooking a Peach Cobbler for him. Also.....I have to work that day, which means there is no room for me to put on the lbs. Soooo, I was thinking - "How are you going to keep the lbs off over Thanksgiving?" P.S. No licking the deserts if you are fresh out of the gate; it will only make you sick....hehhhe -
Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy or Gastric Bypass for 100+ weight loss
cindyvirden.com posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am meeting with surgeon in a couple weeks and we are discussing the sleeve verses bypass. I am 50 years old, no other health concerns except my knees are bad from my extra weight and the obvious.. I am overweight scratch that obese : ) So for those of you who have had bypass I was wondering if you would now have considered the sleeve or visa versa. THANK YOU ahead of time as I am a newbie. Losing weight Gaining Life, Cindy Virden www.cindyvirden.com- 9 replies
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Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy or Gastric Bypass for 100+ weight loss
catered1 replied to cindyvirden.com's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am 55. I have had a vertical sleeve done. My main reason for this procedure was the absorption of more nutrients and the non routing of the plumbing. I have had great success with this and am very pleased. It is still a lot of work and thought each day. I am now 7 months out and losing only 1-1 1/2 lbs. now a week. I do eat pretty much all foods and am learning moderation still. I am fearful of stretching my new stomach. I am now off all blood pressure medicine. Take nothing for arthritis pain and can now exercise because my knees and feet can now handle it. I still have arthritis pain but it is very manageable now especially in my knees. This has been the best thing I have ever done and wish I would have done it 10 years ago. Good Luck on deciding. -
Breaking the pre-op liquid diet
Calimomof3 replied to Firefly2000's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm right with you!! I have surgery on Thursday and tonight the cravings are the worst!! I've had no issues the past two weeks but tonight my stomach was growling terribly and the thought of another shake would make me ill. I want so bad to have the last meal before surgery be something tastey and satisfying but I've worked this far and in no way do I want to mess up surgery risks -- so I had some chicken broth and black cherry Jello. Hang in there, drink some Water and think about what the future holds for you! -
Yes and my doctor told me my carbs had been too low for too long. After two weeks of increasing them I feel a ton better.
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Just Got Home From Tj, Here's My Photo Album :)
Cinders replied to AngelBaby's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
Thanks so much for sharing your trip to MX for your WLS!! I leave 1 week from today & have my surgery on the 26th, so it was great to see a little of what I am looking forward to. Loved the pics & the play by play! You look so happy, glad all went well -
Weight loss stalled..
amanda.rodriguez84 replied to miklavic's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had my surgery April 1 st also! I have lost a total of 27 and haven't moved for days. Don't let it Bother you it doesn't me too much because we will and other folks (non wls) are gla to lose. A couple pounds in a month! My doctor said when I went to my 2 week post op that 12 was a good loss (at the 2 week mark) Sent from my iPhone using RNYTalk -
First Milestone/mini-Goal!
Bypassjourney replied to AbacoRaveness's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Congratulations on your success! I was sleeved one day before you and I have experienced the same thing with my clothes. I was so excited last week thinking I could probably squeeze into my favorite pair of size 18's. But when I put them on, they were literally like balloons on my legs. At first I thought "aw man" those are my favorite jeans. But then I decided it was a "yeah baby, you flew right past those jeans and now on your way to a new favorite pair in a smaller size". It is hard to comprehend really. When I reach my first mini goal I am going to treat myself to a facial. Not the 20 minute "go and glow" either...The 60 minute mega facial! I guarantee I have already saved enough money in this past five weeks in food costs to pay for four or five facials. -
Tablets (pills) 4 weeks post op
colorado replied to Pam Peltz's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I take any tablets I want - one of my major annoyances after surgery was the not so pleasant liquids:( I was happy to start taking tablets - about 3 weeks after surgery - first I had to take them one at a time, now (7 months post-op) can swallow the whole handfull (about 8, including tylenol and multivitamin) at one time - my method prior to surgery. I was told as long as pills go down and stay down you can swallow them. As I mentioned in a previous post - the Dr's and researchers are really not sure how our body is absorbing the medicines - this is why frequent blood tests (every 3 months) are necessary to make sure everything in your body is working as it should. -
clear, full, pureed, mushies, soft????
losingjusme replied to princess_sophie's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
see if the FAQ answers some of your questions. link below. your doctor should also explain these in detail and give you guidelines when you should start each stage. Lap Band Talk Forum - The largest forum for Lap Band Surgery Discussion and Lap Band Surgery Support - FAQ: Post-operative concerns - First weeks as a "Bandster"
