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Sweet thanks! They gave me liquid Vicodin, sis is on her way to pick it up for me now. I'm so happy I did this, now it's 4 weeks of a clear liquid diet but I will definitely get through this, that is for sure. I just can't believe it's finally done! It's so surreal right now.
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Welcome to BandLand!!!!!!!!!!! The first few days after surgery, just be kind to yourself. Walk when you can. Keep your incisions clean - unless they have that glue on them .. I had that.... It's all so new. You think you know how you'll feel, and what you'll do, but you have to remember, your band will control all that for you soon. Read as much as you can on the Forum, I'd be LOST without everyones posts - letting me know what to expect. There's no way the Dr's office will ever tell anyone what's really going to happen. Sounds easy - a 4 week clear liquid diet. I made it 3 weeks? It's so important to drink your Protein, and your Water. I am so sad about my inability to get all the water in, have to keep trying daily to remember to do it. Repeat after me: "I will not look at everyones numbers and compare myself". They told us 2 pounds a week... this ain't gastric.
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For ladies:( menstrual cycle question)
julsfit replied to sleever123's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm three months out and this cycle has been two weeks of brown paste. Tmi. Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app -
For ladies:( menstrual cycle question)
Shell Bell 612 replied to sleever123's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi! I am 3 weeks post op today. I am on BC that I only get my period every three months. I've had 2 bad ones since the surgery. It's weird but I hope it doesn't become the normal. -
Has anyone ever had days when nothing stayed down and then the next day be fine? I had this with the lap band, but did not expect it with the bypass! I am 8 weeks out....WTH??
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I do have this happen occasionaly. I cannot explain it but what works today for food might not work tomorrow yet it could work again next week. Also when I have one of those days, I pretty much try going back to Protein shakes to ensure I get as much protein as possible. It is weird but I have read posts from others who experience the same thing. I hope you feel better soon!
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good luck! I am two weeks behind you - started my pre-op diet today. Let us know how you do!
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Just got my surgery date of July 20th.. Reality if it hasn't set in yet. When does it get real? What should I expect pre-operatively? I read surgery can lead to hair loss? Maybe I should spend a week reading everyone's posts and think about this...
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One step closer...my story
1Day1Life4Now replied to my2bys9799's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hi My2bys9799, Its good to have you here. Congratulations on your acceptance for surgery. I don't have any personal experience with the band but I am 7 weeks post-op from Sleeve surgery and I am just as excited about it now as I was in the waiting period before hand. It is an amazing tool. I am losing weight but I exercise 5 days a week and I stick to my eating plan. In all of the posters I have seen on this board I think I've only read one time where a poster said they weren't losing weight with the sleeve. I honestly don't see how but that is what they posted. Unlike your band, the sleeve is a permanent change to your anatomy and you will need to alter your eating habits for life. If you are willing to do that, this is definitely going to work for you and you will be so pleased with your progress. The first 2 to 3 weeks are not really too much fun but its worth it and in the over all scheme of things, what is 2 or 3 weeks? After all if it will give you a healthy weight for the rest of your life it is a small price to pay. You will be successful at this and you will have lots of support here so come often and post much. -
I am into the second week of my liquids and I am having server cotton mouth.. makes it hard to sallow.. is this normal?
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Confused and Concerned
Northwest_Nance replied to rs2aj3's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Every doctor is different. My doctor does only lap band surgery, he's been doing it for years, and he has done well over 1000 of them with a high success rate, very low band slippage rate (which he says is mostly from vomiting, which can easily be avoided) and many very, very happy patients. He has his patients on one week post-op of liquid diet and then one week of mushies, then on to regular food. I don't really like to see people posting scare tactics from other doctors.... let's everyone just follow the advice of their own doctor, ok? That being said, follow the advice of your doctor. And peanuts right after surgery is totally wrong by any doctor's advice! -
This is actually a quote from Doctor Ortiz: Liquid phase is three weeks is 21 days Yes you will hear that some patients did less days of liquids and nothing happened. Well wait until six months have passed and you find yourself struggling with more band adjustments and not feeling the restriction. These patients enlarged their pouch. Once the harm is done it won’t show up imediately, but it will hinder your weightloss and you may never reach your goal. Now I ask you is it really worth it? By the way the only way to correct pouch enlargement is through surgical repair.
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Going Friday To Schedule My Banding. We Have Serveral Trips Planned.
honk replied to dianalyn's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was told two weeks before returning to swimming. 10 hours is a long drive. Soon after surgery you may need to be concerned about blood clots sitting for long periods of time. I did find holding a couch pillow in my lap between me and the seatbelt made riding in the car more comfortable. -
Going Friday To Schedule My Banding. We Have Serveral Trips Planned.
NWgirl replied to dianalyn's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I flew three hours four days after surgery and was fine. I did not have any saline put in my band at time of surgery. as for water, I was told 2 weeks as long as incisions were healing fine... I would be hesitant about a public pool due to so many different people swimming about. -
Sleeved June 30
StephieLynn replied to notsochubbybritneyspears's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am one week post op today and thankfully feel great. I did have some bloated issues about day 3 but GasX was a lifesaver. I was taking 2 about every 4 hours. Also, I am concerned with your being so tired... that is also a sign of dehydration. If your urine is dark in color... another sign. May need fluids... Drink lots of Water. -
February 2010 bandsters, good luck!
carmen74 replied to serenity55's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thank you Debbie! Tha poem is great! I have my pre-op appt Friday then start my 2 week diet on Saturday, counting down to Feb 23rd!!! -
February 2010 bandsters, good luck!
serenity55 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hello, February will mark a year that I've been banded, and I just wanted to wish all of you the best of luck. I'm remembering what it was like for me, and I will be thinking of each of you as you begin a new and wonderful journey. I wrote a poem, which I want to share with you all, but it's for anyone of any month who can relate. Again, the best of luck! 'twas the day before surgery I was kind of scared. , I wanted to be sure that I was prepared. Two weeks of full liquids, last two days, clear ones; My newfound lap band friends, coworkers and dear ones. I attended support groups, and drank Protein shakes. I hoped that I hadn't made any mistakes. All my pre op testing had finally been done, And now the countdown to band day had begun. I went to work, trying to keep busy all day; I wanted to keep all my worries at bay. I've lost weight, that's great; but did my liver shrink? What if, post op, I don't get enough to drink? Will I wake up in pain? Will I wake up at all? Will I be anxious to walk round the halls? Once the band is inside, will I know that it's there As we become partners and this journey share? Now all systems are go, everything is in place. I'm nearing the finish line, at the end of the race. I'll visit my friends on the lap band web site, And hope I won't be overtaken by fright. It's hard to believe that the day's finally here! The hoops I've jumped through, the frustration, the fear. At the end of this journey, there's a golden light With hope for the future growing ever more bright. Debbie. -
Today I met with a second surgeon, Anita Courcoulas and I have to say I was very comfortable with her. Thank you all who suggested to get a new surgeon. She answered my pages of questions and listened to me and my concerns, also explained the entire procedure to me all over again. One question I had for her was about the pre-op diet, she does not require one, and does not require me to keep track of calories although I have been doing it the last 4 months so I may continue for a bit after until my comfort zone. She does not put in a fill at time of surgery but first follow up is in 10 days after surgery and first fill at 5 weeks. I also found out the name of the clotting factor I have it's Lupus Anticoagulant (I have to see a hematologist tomorrow) to probably get more test and make that a certain, and will probably have to take lovenox for 6 weeks. Also found out I have a small hiatal hernia, but the DR is not worried, she said when I have the LB surgery it will tug down on the hernia causing it to come down, therefore eliminating that problem. I also asked what kind of band will be placed she said she determines that at the time of surgery either Realize or LapBand her choice, was her words to me. But I trust her judgement. Sorry for such a long post just wanted to share my day!!
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I haven't had greens in years. I am going to fix some this week end. Thanks for the idea.
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Leg cramps at night
line-dancer replied to line-dancer's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks for the heads up on calcium I will add that. Getting plenty of water for sure now after last week 10-8 oz even by my bed and if I wake up I sip away. Funny that it should all of a sudden happen I go to my PCP next Friday will add this to the list of question.Happy Mom's Day -
Time off for tummt tuck and breast agumentation?
Boo Boo Kitty posted a topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
I am searching for Dr's now for my tummy tuck and breast augmentation. For those of you that had it how long before you were able to back to work? I am thinking of having it done inbetween semesters at school. If I had it hte 2nd week in December would I be up and ready to go back to school (including a long drive) by the 2nd week in January? Also what kind of questions should I be asking a plastic surgeon?? -
I'm 4 weeks pre op RNY and currently on soft foods. No Pasta, bread, grains. I've tried a small bite size if steak this week and tolerated it well. It just depends on what your surgeon suggests for you. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337 using the BariatricPal App
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Can I color my hair?
libbyleeb replied to Lovingmyselfforever's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I don’t see why not. You’re not going to feel like taking care of those things for a week or two post-surgery. Good luck! -
Hello James! I was banded on Aug. 22 and my hubby is going to be banded on Oct. 6. Is your wife going to be banded also? I am so glad my hubby is because we can support each other and understand it to the fullest. I didnt have to do a pre-op diet, so since my surgury 3 weeks ago today I have lost 20 pounds and have not had one problem. Good luck to the both of you!
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I just get like this with people..he has a great background..Ive been eating poorly at night preparing..I haven't started 2 week diet yet but tryed to start early and at night after work..I eat badly as I get stressed. I just think I over think it..but this couldn't be worst than a hysterectomy ..could it? It a c section..youbthink it more dangerous?
