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You really shouldn’t bother with weighing that much. Sometimes it can take a few months to really start rolling. I don’t even own a scale. I weigh every week or two at the doctors office or the gym. I called a couple of times with concerns about weight loss early on & my dietitian said that should be the last thing on your mind until about 3 months out.
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Band Vs. Sleeve - Freaked Out...
Foxbins replied to SashaWLS's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm sorry you are going through this indecision...however, did your surgeon mention the complication rate with the band? Over 30%! (you can check the LapBand manufacturer's website yourself). Did he mention PB'ing? (Productive burping, otherwise known as regurgitation) Did he tell you food can get "stuck" in the stoma? Also weight loss with the band is not as good as with the VSG, at least not VSGs done in the past 3-4 years. Sleeve sizes have decreased and weight loss has increased as surgeons got more data on the optimal size of the sleeve. VSG leaks are primarily caused by surgeon error (and the vast majority of them heal over time) so I wouldn't let the possibility of a leak scare you. If you're in NYC there are a number of experienced VSG surgeons there. If it were me, I'd find one and get the surgery I wanted. -
Going to have surgery March 29 with Dr.Garcia. Bought tickets last night and am flying in the day of surgery. I'm anxious but know this is what I have to do. I have 4 little boys, 1,2,5&7 and at 50 years old (yes, 50!) I'm having trouble keeping up with them. But mostly I want to be health to see my grandchildren someday. Right now I can barely walk from joint pain. Sigh. But I really feel hope. I'm really starting to mourn the loss of my relationship with food. I know it sounds melodramatic, but do you know what I mean?and although I have a partner who supports me getting the surgery I don't think there's going to be much help once I get home. What I get is, "I went on a fly fishing trip 3 days after I had my gall bladder out. Laparoscopic surgey is no big deal." This forum has been so helpful for me especially since I'm not telling anyone except one friend who lives far away-she has a lap band that transformed her life and is very supportive. I know that we all are struggling here in one way or another. Please know that I read your posts and am sending a hug your way. Deborah in Iowa
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You may want to try different brands of Protein as well...they all taste different.....also if you mix a little sf/ff pudding in with your shakes that might add a little something that you feel you are missing from using the skim milk.Plus there are a lot of sf syrups out there that can really enhance the flavors in a shake. I like to mix: 145cal/3 carbs/20 protein 1/2 oz sf carmel 1/2 oz sf vanilla 2-3 oz skim milk 3-4 oz favoite coffee (mine is the butter toffee by keurig) 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored Protein Powder blenderize with lots of ice Taste like the iced coffees from starbucks Another is: about 150 cal/ 6 net carbs/ 20 protein 1 oz SF vanilla syrup or SF pumpkin pie syrup 1/2 tsp rum extract 1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice 2 oz canned pumpkin (not pie filling) 1 TBS SF/SF French Vanilla pudding 4- oz skim milk 1 scoop protein Blenderize with a little ice--if its too thick, thin with a little Water
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What dr are you seeing Oklahoma City?
Spreble21 replied to Spreble21's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I am also seeing Dr. Hamilton Le at Integris Baptist and I also have Aetna insurance. My plan requires 3 months of non-surgical weight loss prior to surgery. Aside from that, I will be finished with all of my requirements tomorrow afternoon. My 3 months will be up when I see the nutritionist for my last visit on Nov 11th. I'm hoping to have surgery before the end of the year. How far along are you in your journey? -
I took them for the first two days post-op. By Day 3, I started rebounding, and I didn't really need them anymore. (I still had some pain, but it wasn't anything that I couldn't manage without taking the medicine.)
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Surgeon says I can't lose any weight...
vegasdee replied to spoiltmom's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had to do a 3 month diet per my insurance. My nutritionist didn't ask for the paper work ,even thou she was Thur my insurance. My primary Dr asked for all the diet in writing to send to the insurance, she said it just helped move thing along to show we have exhausted all avenues. I would do it its better to be safe then sorry ,after 6 months being denied would stink.I used sparks people.com and filled in daily and printed it out. It saves there so if you need it all you have to do is print it if they ask.The insurance is all a big game. Good Luck -
okay..how soon did you have sex once sleeved?
ms.k replied to huligoo's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I just had sex yesterday for the first time since surg. was 2 1/2 weeks n there were no problems!! -
From the album: My progress pics
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Last time I got my hair cut was the first week of November and I'd lost 60lbs. I had the same gal today. She remembered me and couldn't believe I've lost 118 lbs. she said my hair is growing in, hair loss wasn't bad really. My hairs just a little finer now. She made no comment that I was losing any hair.
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international travel post op
trekker954 replied to borg/assimilated's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
its so crazy the different responses. I told my surgeon I have a work trip to China the last week in February and it was important I know how long after surgery I can fly/travel. He said 10 days. That answer kind of shocked me, I'd like at least a month, although I think the liquid diet would be far easier to deal with in China than blended or soft. Last time I was there, they served a lot of fish (not a big fish eater) but they could never tell me what type of fish, other than "river fish". -
I got 2 EAS shakes a day and a low cal. lean frozen meal at night...it was the longest week of my life lol
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Do all insurance companies require 6 month pre-op period?
jalivia2 replied to mimirae's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
BCBS of TX only required 3 months... -
I am only 8 months post op. I have been losing hair since the 5th month. Just over the last two weeks it seems to have slowed down some. I hope it comes back period, curly or straight, hair is hair. No grey would be nice too, asking to much?? :-)
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I have had depression for years, waaaayyyyyy before surgery. It has not gotten any worse/better 2 years post-op. I am a little happier overall and my self-esteem is much much higher with the weight loss. But the 2 weeks right after surgery, I was pissed at the world an was ready to fight anyone and everyone - for no reason I can figure out! But, for everything I've gone though, it was sooooooo worth it to be released from the Fat Suit I was trapped in and to realize the dream of being a normal sized person. But you gotta be willing to commit to the necessary changes it will entail. I was a rock bottom before I committed to surgery. You are stronger than you think. You CAN make BIG changes. Imagine yourself a year from now. What chances will you regret not taking? What opportunities will you regret having turned down? Certain sacrifices are worth it. I wish upon you the wisdom to know which ones are right.
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Hi guys . My surgery date it's aug17 . I'm 5'2 and was 226 started protein diet last week and now I'm down to 218 .. Anyone else doing it same day ??
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Telling Friends And Family
Krystyneh replied to Bel12's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My family is my biggest support group. My mother-in-law had lap band surgery done 3 years ago I was upfront with my family about me deciding to go for lap band surgery. My parents were happy because they have known for the last 6 years since I was 19 that I thought about it almost every day. My in-laws were also happy. One of my brother's was happy about it because he knows my struggles and the other one is happy but also mad. He's 350 pounds and he knows the struggle of trying to lose weight. He kept saying "oh you can end up gaining it back" and blah blah blah lol He's seen a lot of people that went through GASTRIC BYPASS gain their weight back but he only knows two people that have gone with lap band and that's my mother-in-law and her friend. They haven't hit their goal weight but they are still losing which is all that matters. I heard a rumor that my brother is jealous that I'm finally doing what I want to lose weight. I'm 25 and he's 33. A few of my friends were very supportive from the beginning then I have one that keeps telling me that if I put my mind to it that I can lose it on my own which if it was that easy then I would have lost my weight years ago lol. I have another one that was mad because she wishes she could go through with it but she cares more about what her family thinks then what she herself thinks. She's also mad because my husband and I have been trying to have another baby for the last 3 years and I had 2 miscarriages last year. She's now pregnant and throws it in my face but I'm trying to get my life back and be healthier for my daughter and step-daughter and so that I don't have to go on fertility drugs to get pregnant. You will always have people that will support you and others that will be mad or upset. What you need to think about is yourself. You need to get healthier and if lap band surgery is really what you want then don't let other peoples' opinions effect you decision -
Hi, Yes, My doctor put me on a two week liquid diet.. the best shake besides my own w/ fruit is actually Ensure.. (Chocolate) 4 of those per day are great!.. My doctors pre-op info. also says that you can have raw veggies, or cooked (no beans, potatoes, peas, or corn) or you can have salad w/ vinegar.. so I have made this delicious meal outta veggie broth and green giant, just for one's brocolli and carrots, ( only 60 calories) combo the two and it's a great soup. I also have hot and sour soup from the chinese restaurant, This really helps! still shrinking the liver and chewing at same time... 1 more week till surgery whoo hoo.. my date is 4/28.
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From the album: Before Pictures
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From the album: Before Pictures
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My insurance approved me last year but due to a psych issue I had to wait a year. I go Wednesday for a new physical and mental health history. I have to attend three different meetings(available every week). And then everything will be done. When do you think I'll get my surgery date?
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Restricted breathing, walking and fatigue/malaise
HopefullXOXOXO replied to HopefullXOXOXO's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
They put some blue thing in my bag to go home with me that looks like some breathing thing. They either didn’t show me how to use it or I don’t remember. [emoji30]. I tried breathing hard in order to push what’s inside up the tube but I can’t get it to budge. Am I doing it wrong? How long and how often am I supposed to be doing this? 5 minutes 3 times a day for instance? -
Protein Shake recommendations, Surgery Date 5/3/18
Orchids&Dragons replied to HopefullXOXOXO's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I thought that one was dreadful. The taste wasn't horrible, but it left a weird film in my mouth. I tried to give away 3 bottles that I had left over at a support group meeting - no takers! -
Gastric Sleeve Surgery Tomorrow Morning At 8:00am
bkeel posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am having my sleeve surgery tomorrow morning. I'm getting so nervous and have some second thoughts. But I know it is the right thing for me and my family. I have a 13 month old son and I want to around for a long time for him and my family. Had a friend who had the surgery two weeks ago and she had some complications. So I'm starting to freak out, been on a liquid diet for last week. Lost some weight but wasn't fun not eating a Christmas meal with rest of my family. My first time on this forum. Looking for some people on here and might can give me some tips on what to expect from surgery. My surgeon is Dr. Barker in Dallas, I heard he was one of the best so I do trust him. This is a life changing event, my life will never be same. Thanks to anyone who can share their experiences or offer help for me. -
High Protein Jellos?
Finding Myself replied to Finding Myself's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Me neither but I'm gonna order a few and try them. Sure would be convenient in those early weeks...
