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Surgery...tomorrow!!
horsegirl315 replied to horsegirl315's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thank you all for your support. Today has been very emotional! In addition to having a headache and having to follow a day of clear liquids, I had to attend a birthday party for my niece with pasta, pizza, cake...etc. it sucked cause I'm starving!!! I guess I should be grateful I didn't have to do two weeks of liquids, I give anyone who has done it a lot of credit...one day was taxing! I'm feeling good about surgery right now, but could be crying in a minute. Lol. Not necessarily "what am I doing" but just scared for the actual event. I will be relieved once its over! -
I'm about a week and a half post op and I can definitely tell my levels of hunger now and whether they are superficial or not. I'm grateful the surgery has done so much to stifle my appetite. However, I'd definitely warn fellow "new" post ops: avoid social eating interactions. You will not really "crave" the food physically, or at least I don't, but you will feel kind of awkward not being able to eat. I "miss" eating normally but I also know this is just temporary. Just figured I'd lay my experience out there! If you can avoid social interactions until you're 6 weeks (when you can try normal foods), I would! I couldn't dodge this one! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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surgery on jan 9
MacMadame replied to EmpressLizBunny's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I was told that the "two-week freak out" was normal but i freaked out for a month. :tongue2: -
I received one and have never tried to use it. I'm not one that likes to draw attention to myself. At Cracker Barrell, anyone can order off the children's menu, so I will do that. And anywhere else, I'll order something really small, or I am a BIG fan of doggy bags. Love getting three meals for the price of one.
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Hey everyone!!! I am now in my second week with my band and things are going well but ... I have bad breath!!! Is this due to the liquid diet or what? And how can I get rid of it???!!! Thanks all!
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surgery on jan 9
EmpressLizBunny replied to EmpressLizBunny's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
i expect it will hit me just how huge this is about the week before -
I had my first meeting with my surgical team AND got approved for a higher amount of carecredit which means I'm getting sleeved!!!! They said they'll be able to do it my first week of Christmas break like i wanted! I'm sooooo happy!
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It's a pad they place on your upper thigh for grounding electricity that run through your body when they user lasers. They don't mention it before surgery. I surely didn't know but found out when I went to the ER due to the severe pain a few days after surgery. Ask your dr about it. I was given s Rx for a lidocaine patch that I used for about 5 weeks before the pain went away.
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Pre-op successes
meshelle920 replied to Shainadelphia's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It just got better it's my meal time. My one meal a day. I don't know how people are doing just liquid for 2 weeks. -
I was told not over 1200 but my weight has stalled so at my next appt. I'm going to ask the nutritionist specifically about that.
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I don't know a lot about plication, but I do know that almost everyone hits a stall around weeks 3-4. Mine lasted over a week, some people's lasts really long, like two or three weeks or more. It sounds to me as if you are experiencing something normal and should trust your doctor. As long as you're doing your part( making good choices, ramping up exercise as you can), you're in a good place and doing great. Slow weight loss is good for your body. Don't worry!
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I am losing my patience too. I haven’t been waiting a long time, but I’ve been extremely proactive. I got my last 5 years medical records; I had my PCP order ultra sound to make sure I am not having issues with my gall bladder or have hernia. I have been waiting for 2 weeks for the coordinator to schedule one more test and 1 week for the coordinator to submit to my insurance. I don’t understand what is taking so long. My biggest issue not returning my calls. I think 48 hours should be enough time to return a call. I understand people get busy but this is the office that performing my lap band surgery AND I did all the work to get everything to submit to my insurance. I am going to give my doctor until Thursday than I am going into the office for answers.
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Co Pay and Post Dated Checks
jane13 replied to Jadane_dm's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I agree with Sharon, set up a payment plan. They may take the post dated check since it is only three days, but ask about the payment plan first, cant hurt. -
Help I start my 3 week liquid diet Thursday
lellow replied to JennB1869's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Like tasteless milkshakes if you make it with cold Water. I stuck with the vanilla ones coz tasteless vanilla is better than tasteless chocolate. My only suggestion to you is to talk yourself out of seeing yourself having to do it for three weeks. Just tell yourself everyday "let me just make it through today". Then tackle the next day as that challenge all on it's on. Knowing I had to be strong for 16 hours was a lot easier than having to be strong for 3 weeks. I just coped with it better mentally. -
Help I start my 3 week liquid diet Thursday
JennB1869 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So does anyone else have to do the liquid diet for 3 WEEKS... I am 5'4 260 I had to do the 6 month weight monitoring and my starting weight was 290. I loss 30lbs I'm so pumped to get this started but so stressed out with 3 weeks of shakes. I honestly don't know if I can even stomach the shakes. In the past I have tried slim fast and body by vi. I never was even able to drink one. Maybe since I'm focused I can just do it. I have 3 children but great family, my sister lives with me with her daughter and my mother and uncle live directly across the street so I plan on staying clear of everyone till I know lose my mind and my family is understand and going to step in. So I know I just gave you guys the run down of my thinking so do you guys have any suggestions for me.? Stomach the shakes. Am I just too focus on this whole shake thing and working my self up... Help I start Thursday for a surgery date of March 14th -
Periods After Surgery?
tara1021 replied to melissamae99's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had surgery Monday and started my period last night....a week and a half early! -
Periods After Surgery?
jerseyjandj replied to melissamae99's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I got af 1day post OP.....I had just gotten rid of her a wk prior surf.... And the hormones triggered adult acne! I've always had a clear face now 2 Weeks before she arrive I break out bad ...this month not as bad as the last...lol -
Weightloss Plateau...
KayleighsMommy replied to sweet's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I know it is frustrating, but plateaus do and will happen. You have averaged nearly 6 pounds a week so far. Your body is just saying "Hey... let me catch up" How many calories are you eating a day? Are you getting your protein and water? -
From the album: Comparisons
These were given to me last winter, still with the tags on and I couldn't get them past my thighs AT ALL. Today, they won't even stay up and they are super loose. Shoulda tried them weeks ago!! -
what should you be eating one month after surgery
Chelenka replied to toy27's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I was able to eat pretty much anything one month post-op except very sweet things sometimes make me feel a little queasy. Just take slow and in small amounts and concentrate on getting your Protein requirements and you'll be fine. I personally think all things in moderation is a livable lifestyle as opposed to being super restrictive but this is a personal choice. pre-surgery weight 325; surgery date 2/28/2013; surgery weight 307; 8 weeks past-op weight 281.4 -
My doctor had us on Benefiber from the get go (soluble fiber, Metamucil is the same) but wanted us to wait four weeks before adding in the insoluble fiber (psyllium husks).
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If you are not getting enough fluids then the added fiber can actually make you more constipated. I was a couple weeks out and so backed up I was screaming trying to go. Miralax isn't something I would use on a regular basis, and even milk of magnesia stopped working. If you continue to have issues, I would go to your doc and request to try a medicine called "linzese". It's specifically for constipation and it works wonders! Once a day does the trick. And all you have to do is open the capsule and sprinkle it on applesauce. No more nasty Miralax or worries. Promise you, it's worth it! They have coupons for it too [emoji106] Sent from my LM-G710VM using BariatricPal mobile app
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HI Kerry. Yes, I am still having energy issues as well. I did increase my Protein drinks from 3 to 4 times a day. The extra protein has helped some. However, we have to remember we just had major surgery. Even though our bodies all react differently, we need time to recover. I am hoping the energy level will increase this week when we get mushies.
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My doctor addressed this today. I am 6 days post op. He said it can take 3 to 4 weeks to start feeling more energetic and that increasing my calories will really have no bearing on my energy level. I thought that was weird. Hope you start to feel more energetic soon! Don't over do it though. I went for a 50 minute walk yesterday and spent the rest of the day dragging around. Today I feel so lethargic and have had more pain. Stupid me. Good luck to you! Holly
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For me, every swallow gurgled at the beginning and I thought it was annoying as well. Mine only last about 1 1/2- 2 weeks and now I don't really ever have it (I'm just 3 weeks postop tomorrow). Not sure if it might be related to swelling of the stomach after surgery or something? I have heard other people say they still have it further out.
