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Impact on social life
sarahzamudio1091 replied to noellegz1's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I just got clearance today to drink at 3 weeks !! -
I know exactly how you feel, but once you have the surgery food won't matter much to you....at least not for awhile. I'm 3 weeks out and haven't been hungry yet. I have to set a timer to remind myself to eat every 3 hrs. or i'd go all day without eating. Now I am able to eat the same things I used to, but I can only eat 1/4c. so I make better choices now in order to meet my nutrition requirements. I used to be a huge ice cream fan, ate it every night....but now, don't even think about it. Don't think of any sweets really. I had one piece of chocolate and I was good, didn't crave more, didn't really do anything for me. I had the surgery due to diabetes, which was gone the day after surgery.....and now I'm down 21 lbs. last time I checked and I no longer feel like I'm a stroke or heart attach waiting to happen. It truly is the best thing I've done for myself. You will feel the same, I'm sure. Just remember, is food or your family and life more important??? Good luck on your journey, everyone here can and will support you when you need it.
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From the album: My Weight through the years
My sons party -
How exciting! I hope you can get some help with your little guy for the first couple of weeks. Let me know of you need anything. I'm not too far away :-)
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My husband told me a couple of weeks ago that he saw one of my former coworkers and told her I was having the RNY. I asked him not to tell people because it isn't their business. The town we live in is full of judgmental assholes and the last thing I need is for them looking down at me because of that. Well I thought he understood. He just told me that 3 other people will be thinking of me tomorrow. I asked him what he told them and he said that I was having the surgery. I asked him if he told them the kind of surgery and he said yes because they'll figure it out sooner or later. This caused an instant reaction from me and we got into it. I dont care for people knowing I'm having surgery but it's none of their business what type of surgery unless ME MYSELF or I tells them!!! Am I wrong to be embarrassed that people know?? That's one of my mental issues I have to get passed too, I always worry what everyone else thinks about me. Any advice!?
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Upper Stomach Pain Before Lap Band Surgery
shay33 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am just wondering if anyone had this happen before surgery? The day after the surgeon scheduled my surgery (Jan 3) the upper part of my stomach started to hurt. It gets better if I take antacids but it still worries me. I called my regular doctor but they said if I did not have it before it is probally stress and worry about the surgery. I am just worried I have a hernia and it will stop me from surgery. I really dont want to put the surgery off anymore. I am ready to start my new life. -
From the album: My progress pics
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Pre op weight loss stall
Newme17 replied to sacsa97's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Has there been any changes, stress, lack of sleep, etc? These things can hinder weight loss. Not staying properly hydrated? Even not eating enough? <--- Contrary to belief, yes, you can gain/stall not eating enough. But that's another topic (unless you want to go there, let me know). Is there too much sodium in your diet? that'll cause water retention. About to start that time????? Also, doesn't help. -
Pre op weight loss stall
violetisle replied to sacsa97's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I don't necessarily have any tips for you but I'm in the exact same boat. I'm supposed to lose a certain amount before my pre op appointment May 12 and I've been doing everything right yet I've remained stuck right around the same weight for over a week. I guess under regular circumstances that would be a fairly normal weight loss plateau but I'm on a deadline here. These last five pounds are killing me. It's so stressful and frustrating! -
Okay, I was so looking forward to a November week 1-2 surgery date! But after my cardiology appointment (EKG) yesterday I had to schedule a dobutamine stress echo. I have no history of cardiac problems at all!! The closest date I could get was October 25th and then the coardiologist is on vacation for a week so the follow up is November 5th. The only consulation is that since we are changing insurance for next year they are planning on getting everyone done before the first of the year. It is just that I had my plans all set to be at least a month post op for Christmas!! I know, no biggie, but I am paranoid none of this is going to happen! *****I guess, we plan; God laughs!!!*****
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From the album: the land of no boundaries
my husband and i used to eat these 4-5 times a week in the summer... -
surgery on Wednesday!
mishicokpi replied to mishicokpi's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So a week for healing before going back to work... and are you guys able to walk normally? What about stairs?... I'm so nervous because I also have to move out to another place all this before the surgery -
Hello all! Well today starts my pre-op diet. 2 weeks of liquids. Woke up this morning & choked down a chocolate shake. Ewww... haven't gotten use to the texture yet. I'm staying focused because surgery is just 2 weeks away!! Yay
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From the album: 3/24/13
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From the album: My Weight through the years
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2 weeks... after you're cleared by your surgeon.
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So, scheduled for Saturday. Yeah! Pre op direct has been ok. Lost 9lbs so far. Why aren't I nervous? Confidence in Doctor, maybe. Been super busy. I'm sure jitters will hit sometime thus week. All I know is I can't wait to be back home Saturday afternoon!.!
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HI everyone! I start my pre op diet in 2 weeks, and I'm a little worried about what Protein shakes I should have. My Dr. says 2 Protein Shakes daily and a salad with light dressing and chicken. Can you all give me some examples or share some of your pre op diet meals. What shakes are tasty? Help! Thanks all Stephanie
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Hi, My surgery is on July 30 too. I'm a nervous wreck! I'm really struggling with the pre-surgery liquid diet and feel pretty depressed about it. I'm having the surgery to insure that my senior years won't be full of sickness and pain, but even that thought doesn't stop me from wanting to eat all the time. When I'm anxious, I eat, so this has been super hard. And its only day 3 of the diet! I actually had second thoughts about the surgery this morning when I was forcing myself to drink...I guess this is part of the process of preparing for what life will be like for 8 weeks post-op. And so the surgeon will know that I can comply with the diet. (OMG) I'm going to look at all of the pretty clothes in my closet I cannot wear anymore... Good Luck!
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Not sure what plan your doctor has you doing but my diet for pre op is 3 Protein shakes, sf pudding, greek yogurt, cream of chicken Soup..im 12 days in 2 more to go and this is working well ...good luck
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So I am 8 weeks out and I still have pain right under my right side bottom of the rib cage..is this common? It's annoying! Not a stabbing sharp pain...just a raw dull pain that gets me attention. Does anyone else have this?? I see my GI doc on the 15th of June so I will be addressing this with him? Anybody else have this problem/symptom??
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I buy most of my clothes at thrift stores such as Goodwill, Salvation Army, etc. I get them very cheap. If I really think about it they are actually expensive brand clothes that I just happened to purchase for a buck or two. No one need to know that I didn't spend $30-$40 for a pair of jeans. I change sizes about every couple of weeks so can't afford high price clothes.
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Thank you for asking: yesterday was 3 weeks post-op! i have completed my Clear liquids...my Protein liquids...my pureed foods and am now on "mechanical soft and mushy"... this menu until June 2 (1 month post-op) then i am on regular diet ... I have to admit, a little nervous about that... Have to make sure i MEASURE everything.....and i don't think i will add carbs back...they are my down fall.... I love bread, chips and Pasta... So instead of tempting myself i just won't add them back... Per my NUT, i am eating over 60 protein and eating between 600 - 800 calories ... Eating 1/4 to 1/3 cup food amounts... I have my next NUT appointment on June 2 - so i am sure we will discuss regular diet and i will talk to her about carbs... As of yesterday, 3 week post-op, i have lost 30#.... i am very happy with my progress... Today was first day of no loss, but no gain either.. .. because i have been on this site, i know plateaus happen... Not stressing because i am sure my body is catching up with all the weight loss... Inches are changing, clothes fit differently .... I am very happy with my sleeve... tjmom
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Who's Your Surgeon/Hospital?
Sleevie WonderLand replied to Sleevie WonderLand's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I dont have a date yet, I really just started the process with Lawrence about 3 weeks ago. I did my sleep study last night, and the tech gave me a thumbs up, meaning I should be diagnosed with apnea which should get me approved for surgery. I was worried because my BMI isnt quite at 40 and I dont have any co-morbs under my belt, so I was really counting on this apnea thing to come through. I've been trying to gain weight to up my BMI but that wasnt working out too well either...I would have to gain about 20 lbs to get it up to 40. Hopefully I'll be hearing back from Jane soon, I'd like to schedule my surgery for the beginning of September since I'll be on vacation from work. -
WELL EVERYONE THE DAY HAS COME THAT WE HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR...FOR ME I HAVE BEEN WANTING THIS HELP I HAVE TO SAY FOREVER..I HAVE A HUGE WEIGHT OFF MY SHOULDERS NOT FROM GETTING A SURGERY DATE BUT NOW KNOWING ITS LESS THAN 24 HOURS AWAY..I JUST WANTED TO SAY GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE AND JUST KNOW THAT SO MUCH GOOD IS GOING TO HAPPEN FROM THIS.....HOW ARE YOU FEELING??????? THERE IS NO LOOKING BACK NOW ITS OUR TIME TO SHINE
