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Why Diet For Some But Not All?
Misstxdiva replied to neeve's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Like the others mentioned every surgeon is different and it depends on your BMI. My BMI was over 50 so my weight was a huge risk for surgery. So I had a 2 week pre op diet with liquids and small Protein meal for dinner. The whole purpose is to shrink your liver. If your liver is too big at surgery it can make the surgery difficult or cause to be rescheduled. I'd ask your surgeon why they gave you the diet that way you get a better understanding for their reasons. Sent from my iPhone using VST -
I am introducing myself-- my name is Vanessa, and I am going to have the lap band on 9/28/09 at NYU with Dr. Christine Ren. Things happened pretty quick for me b/c I'm a bit of an insider (work at NYU)-- so I just saw everyone today in the office, start the liquid diet tomorrow and a week from Monday-- surgery. I've been doing my research and am very excited and positive about the band, but still have some reservations-- who wouldn't it is surgery, right? I am very motivated and excited to finally get my weight under control after so many years. I am 5'4 (though they measured me at 5'3, if I stand up tall, I am 5'4 to 5'4.5 !) and 193.6 pounds-- which puts me at a BMI of 34 ish. Cannot wait to see those numbers go down... I am one of those 'lower BMI' surgery candidates-- which means I am self-pay, but I cannot think of a better investment in my health and my life. I am looking forward to following my instructions down to the letter and doing great with the surgery. Looking forward to getting to know all of you as well. This was the first day of the rest of my life....
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My surgery is next week Wednesday 8/19/09
imstillstrill posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I am excited to get the lap band after trying every diet under the sun. I am happy that there is lots of support out there to help me out. -
I think a lot of people feel that way! You may gain a pound or two or three even when you start on real food, but just stick to proteins and healthy choices, and you'll continue to lose. Congrats on your 21 pounds! What a great start :w00t:
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Okay, so I am going on my 2nd week post op.... I hit a wall today... got really hungry and gave in to some not so healthy food choices... Ugh I feel awful.. I have been walking 30 minutes a day, but I am not see really any results.. Can anyone tell me how long it took them to really get the ball rolling with the weight loss??? I am just really upset and I need some words of encouragment. Thanks. :wub:
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Having a hard time eating
kitty0422 replied to kitty0422's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I’m 5 weeks post op, I had the gastric bypass. Like you I have pressure in my pouch, I feel like my dr isn’t taking it seriously and I’m so worried because I live off of water and isopure protein which I’m having a hard time tolerating. -
Hi! Surgery was 6/29/09, 8 days ago. I felt really bloated for the first 5-6 days and got the hiccups a million times a day. I am having trouble with the strictly liquids, and am having trouble burping, so I feel gassy a lot. I expect things to settle down in the next week and go for my first follow up next Tuesday. I have lost about 15 pounds so far.
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Spring In My Step!
besquared1426 replied to carlab51's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I hear you loud and clear. I have my third of three months nut visits next week and hope to get a surgery date soon. Good luck. -
Hello I'm new to the site
DanaC84 replied to Mema-to4's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi and welcome aboard! I’m 56 and 4 weeks post op from the sleeve. Isn’t is great that it’s never too late to make a change for the better? I look forward to getting to know you on this journey =) -
Introducing Myself to Everyone
Elisabethsew replied to Rukhshandah's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Thank you for sharing your story. My weight loss slowed for a few weeks even though I was eating right. That passed and now I am steadily losing. -
Goog Luck. The wait is almost over. Was approved last week, my insurence company took only 2 days (tri-care). Let me know when you get the approval. :thumbup:
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Hi, The surgery happened yesterday; I went in at 5:15am and went to surgery at 7:30am. I was discharged at about 1:00pm. I had my surgery in Orange County, CA. I actually had a herniea repair also (it took an additional 30 minutes for this); I didn't even know I had one until last week when they did an EDG because of something they saw on my upper GI. There were no other problems that came up. The doctor said that it went well. I'm sore but that is to be expected. It is mostly hard getting up and down, but I'm okay when standing or laying. I think I may be having some gas pains in my shoulder today and was surprised that my neck is sore. I'm just thankful that it is over with and can't wait til the soreness goes away. Thanks for the prayer - I'll say one for you too.
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Hello Everyone from Newark, NJ
steeler350 replied to zwordz's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
hey Ben, Banded on the 25th as well. everything seems to be going well with me. I have little pain now. mostly at port incision. Little bit of roamiing gas left(move as much as possible). Been on thinned out blended Soups and Protein shakes, Feel like i could eat something i could chew but gonna wait til week 3 or 4 post-op. Honestly I havent felt real hungary just my mind telling me ---boy that sure looks-smells good, lol ---. Suppose thats why im here myself. Ive, always been a volume eater. Dont drinks sodas,dont particular care for sweets, my drug of choice is the bacon cheesebuger and plenty of them:lol:. I eat plenty of healthy food as well, just it seems when i would sit down to eat it was like i just entered a contest or something. My surgeon told me to think of the band as a dog shock collar-- he said if you overate before that i will again but its gonna hurt and after a awhile (hopefully sooner than later) that the pain will modify my behavoiur kinda like pavlovs dogs:thumbup:. Anyhow I hope your feeling well and best wishes to you. Karl Go LOUAVULL Cardinals:biggrin: -
Hi everyone. I am one week post-op. My band was placed last Monday, but this is the first chance I've had to look into any kind of on-line communication about lap-band. I look forward to meeting many new great and interesting people!
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Questions for other--- 1. Was anyone else unsure of the feelings of being full? We have all had those feelings! It is a learning process. 2. Did anyone else feel like they were just on a strict diet at first? Oh definitely! thought.. If I was going to have to be on a diet like this all the time, why am I going through the process of getting the band.. then I realized the band really helped me eat less and added to my control... 3. Is it unusual to lose 17 lbs in six days? I would say you are one of the lucky ones! Don't knock it! Enjoy! 4. How long does the soreness last? I was mildly sore for about 4-5 days.. a little swollen. But by the end of the first week, I was totally back to normal. Congrats on your decision and getting your surgery.. You have gotten off to a GREAT START! Good Luck and God Bless!
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:biggrin:Hello Everyone!! I am considering the lap band surgery, does anyone have any advice? Does anyone happen to know anything about the surgeons in Asheville, NC?? I am schceduled to attend the information seminar next week and am looking forward to understnading this procedure more. I am really excited and cannot wait...but at the same time I am really nervous. This is a really BIG DEAL!! I am starting at 350lbs and am worried about side affects and what will happen after the surgery. Thanks in advance for any advice you can offer.
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Hi ALL.. :crying: LOL i am a newbie from OZ (australia).. Starting my journey to my lap band... have had 1 of the 4 appts before my surgery. Have the next 2 next week... so hopefully surgery within the next 4-6 weeks. I am so nervous BUT, yet so excited. My oldest is 4 years old.. before her pregnancy i was a nice 68kg's and a size 12-14 which for my body is just right.... now 2 kids later.. 4 years on.. i am ashamed at 118kg's and size 18-22 (depending on the clothes maker).. I dont recognise myself anymore... and i feel so lost within this body that just couldnt be mine!! :rolleyes2: BUT, i cant focus on that... i just cant. I have HAVE HAVE to focus on rewinding this and getting myself back as much as i can... Anyway, anyone else know this story? any advice, words of wisdom anything will be a great help. better go thanks Lappap
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Hi! I just went to my information seminar last week, and am starting my 6 month medically supervised weight loss program BEFORE surgery, which is required by my insurance. I hadn't realized that was required, and wish I'd started long ago- I had thought and thought about this so by the time I went to the seminar I was ready to do it NOW!!! But I know that a structured process is best. Just wondering, so I might know whether to anticipate any difficulties with insurance, anyone have experience with BC/BS? I know the procedure is covered, but am just wondering if they are easy to deal with. Nice to be here!!!:laugh:
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So excited- just getting started
maclynn replied to 3boyzmom's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hi 3boyzmom, I have read a couple of places that BCBS is one of the easier places to get approved but each state and plan is different. I started my process last June by asking my pcp if I was a candidate for a LapBand. She said yes and gave me a referral. I had to attend a seminar first and in the mean time I check my insurance qualifications. It required a 6 month physician supervised diet and exercise. Needless to say, I didn't get my appointment with the bariatric surgeon until February. By that time I was just under 40 BMI and the doctor said I might not qualify. I was so upset. A few weeks later I was called to tell me I was approved. Due to a work conflict, I was unable to schedule my surgery until 5/6. The past four weeks have been the hardest. Good luck to you and I hope everything goes smoothly! -
I am new here just wanted to say hi. I was banded on 11/06/08 by Dr. Schwartz in Tucson and have really had no problems. I have lost 18 lbs which feels great! I am still having trouble figuring out my meals ( what I can and can't eat versus getting all my nutrients ). I am working out 4 to 5 times a week and it's working great. So far I feel I made the best decision of my life!!! :wink:
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Hi, Thanks for replying to me..I think your right about just letting my body rest...I have only been done with chemo for 3 months...I have to go for a blood test next week so cross your fingers...I am trying not to think about it cause then I just want to use that as an excuse to eat because I am worried about.Boy its a never ending battle.........:scared2::smile2:
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How are you doing three months post surgery? I really need someone to talk with me about the experience. I have lots of fear. Jeannie
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Good Luck everyone tomorrow morning. I was banded on 7/6/09. Surgery weight was 216 and my current weight is 204. I was so nervous and now I say what a waste of time that was. I took no pain meds and I'm hearing that a lot. It's not a painful surgery. I don't know why I was so worried. I am happy for my decision and can't wait for my first fill. I can't wait to start learning how to eat food again even if its just an ounce. For the first 3 days I wasn't hungry at all and on day 4 felt really hungry then I discovered that when all you can have is liquids make sure they taste good. Go to a restaurant that makes great chicken Soup and just order the broth, lots of it. The store bought ones just don't do it when you are hungry and can only drink. And see about the creamy Soups they make for when you can have those. My husband is a chef and I thank him everday for his soups. I bought those box containers of organic chicken broth the week before surgery and I want to return them all to the store. They were good for the first few days and now they make be sick to think of drinking them. My dr recommends carnation instant Breakfast but there is not enough Protein so I add Protein powder and it helps me to feel fuller longer. And I drink slim fast when I'm on the go which also doesnt have enough protein. I need to research a better Protein Drink that helps to keep me fuller longer.
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August 26th will be my date!!
sandiegokate replied to sandiegokate's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hi Summer Again, Great you are just about a week before me! :confused: Where are you? I was thinking about bringing in a magic bullet, so I could use ice to mix.. we'll see. People will probably think I'm making margaritas or something. :ohmy: -
Hello from Missouri!
palmtreegirl70 replied to Leslie_RN's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hi Leslie! Greetings from about 50 miles north of you! Welcome to this forum. It is a great place for making connections with others on this journey. I am finishing up my 6-month doctor supervised diet next week, and I hope to have surgery on May 17th. Who is your doctor, and where are you going for your procedure? Best of luck to you!!!
