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The Gas Pain Is Rough
alsublett replied to valdostaGA's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Move as much as you can... there is really not much else I can suggest... I know it is a pain - just focus on the positives you will be losing weight for the first time in a long time... this is going to change every aspect of your life... you will feel better about yourself and in general, overall... life will be easier in so many ways I am 8 weeks out and do not remember ever feeling as good as I do right this minute... I am jogging in my first ever 5K on October 27... YOU CAN DO THIS I know you are weak and in pain, but get up and move... hang your legs over the side of the bed and kick them... wave your arms... walk laps around the room... move move move... keep your eyes focused on the goal of living and feeling better, and get up!!! -
Hi! I am starting my 5 weeks today and no your not alone! While I was a night eater I just told my husband it feels so good to sleep all night long abs bit wake up hungry! I have lost my hunger pains... Do you have them? If boy it's your head it helps to go to bed early and get a full nights sleep being 5 weeks out I have splurged some but complete different portions than before what are you eating now? Are you getting your protein? With protein you should be getting full!
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I'm 2 months out. At weeks 5-6 I noticed my appetite came back, before that I had none. It made me panic for a minute but then I realized it was just part of the healing process. About that time I had a latte with some syrup in it (intentionally because I was feeling bad). That syrup gave me carb cravings for 3 days after! Now I notice that sometimes I just have "hungry" days where I get hungry every 3 hours or so and have to put something in the tank. I did feel like my capacity increased slightly at weeks 5-6 so perhaps it is normal.
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Ok, this probably has been asked a million times but.....I had my first fill on Thursday and I have been eating like a pig all weekend. Do I call first thing in the a.m. and tell my doc that I need more? Or ride it out a while and see if my restriction magically appears? I see so many people posting about how it took a week or two for their fill to work. I don't know what to do. I could use a little input. Thanks.
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Diagnosed with Barret's Esophagus due to acid (kinda scared)
Lonna replied to Lonna's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Well I didn't even know I had acid reflux at first and I don't know how long I had it. When they did all the tests before scheduling a surgery date, that is when I found out I had it. I never had heartburn or anything to let me know I had it but the barium swallow showed that I did. I was fine after surgery I didn't take any PPI's like I was instructed to do. About 2 weeks after, I started feeling very bad burning in my throat so I started taking Prevacid. I only took it every now and then (only when the burning got unbearable) because I honestly hate taking medicine. After months and months of "off and on" burning I decided to go see the Gastroenterologist. That is when I found out I had the ulcers. I would probably ask the doctor to schedule and endoscopy before surgery just in case...who knows, I could have had problems existing in my throat before surgery and didn't know it. But thanks for the good vibes..much appreciated -
So it has been over three weeks since my psych and cardio evaluations have been completed. True results has the reports,but their medical director only clears charts on Friday's. Sigh..... I hope Monday or Tuesday brings a call with a surgery date. I have lost 11 pounds on the pre-op diet. My advocate suggested I start early since I was already insurance approved and just waiting for medical clearence. So ready to get on to a new me. Right now I feel like I'm in limbo.
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I tried my first fill with a fillcentersusa.com doctor in Las Vegas. He was obviously new to the whole procedure, had the book out and everything. Took three tries, no numbing, just jabbing. It was so painful, I took pain meds for two days. My first real fill was today (Oct 5) with Novabody Solutions in Garland TX. They accepted me even with my lapband being inserted in Tijuana. Cost was $200.00. The doctor used a numbing agent, then a sonograph to find the port. It was so fast...and painless... I could hardly believe it! They can be reached at: novabodysolutions.com or by calling 972-665-2639. They are located within Vista Hospital of Dallas. Thanks so much to their team...I am back on my way to losing weight.
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I heard today that insurance said no, so I am moving on with the self-pay route, which was my original plan anyway. I am having my band removed Tuesday, November 17. That's 4 days from today! Talk about moving fast. That will give me 4 - 5 weeks to heal before the sleeve surgery over my Christmas break. FINALLY things are starting to move! Thanks for all of y'alls encouragement while I waited to hear from insurance.:thumbup:
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I was extremely tired for about a week and a half. Some people bounce back within 4 days. For some reason, it took a little longer. I really didn't experience much pain from the incisions or the gas pain. I was very fortunate. I am a stomach sleeper, so it was difficult for me to sleep on my back. Do exactly what the doctor tells you to do. Take the pain meds whether you think you need them or not. I was trying not too, and was told to take them. They help you rest more comfortably. I had more pain from having my gallbladder removed a few years back than from this surgery. You will do well. Congrats!!
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Yesterday was day three. Not hard during the day but VERY hard at night. Today is day 4 and will be easier, it has to be. :cool2:
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Thank you all so much. I'm on the left in both pictures. I really don't exercise much. I need to start. I'm in a stall and needed encouragement today! Thanks for the nice comments!
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I just realized that there are two weeks out of the month where I don’t know what I weigh (my scale is very inaccurate) My TOM can cause at least 2-3 pounds of water weight. And if I’ve been working out really hard, DOSMS (delayed on set muscle soreness) could cause water weight as well about 3-5 pounds. Interesting!!!! Towards the end of the month, my weight is back down to normal I can also see any additional weight that I’ve lost. Maybe I should divorce my scale because 2-3 weeks out of the month I have to rely on inches lost not my scale?
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Has anyone used them? Advanced Laparoscopic Associates in NJ
Bozzj posted a topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
I'm going to my first seminar next week and these doctors are presenting: Dr. SCHMIDT, Dr. TRIVEDI & Dr. EWING . Has anyone used them? Any info. I'm new to this site and the information here has been helpful. If anyone used a doctor in North Jersey and would recommend them i'd love to hear about it. Thanks, -
Ah, sheesh. Your doctor is bending the truth. A calorie is a calorie is a calorie, no matter where it comes from. If you truly eat 3 teeny serves of carb food a day you will lose weight exactly the same as if you eat three teeny serves of Protein. You will be taking in way less calories than your body needs. Now - if you continually drip feed yourself easy carbs fifteen times a day you will probably not lose. It sounds like you are too tight though - if you cant get solid Proteins down, long term you're not going to do too well with a band. Most people tend to start eating junk like Cookies and ice cream simply to get some energy in. Atkins only with the band? Hmmm. We dont do that in Australia. The band is a lifestyle tool not a device to keep you on a miserable diet forever more.
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Cheryl, I wish you all the best. I am just beginning the journey so I don't really "get" it yet. I have been reading how hard it is to prepare for surgery but the common thread I am seeing is how helpful it is to you during surgery. (if that's any consulation!). Keep your chin up and in three days the new you will begin again. God Bless! Lori
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Exercise plan- 3 months out
Candygyrl replied to ML573663's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm almost 10 weeks post op. At about 4 weeks i started going to the gym 1-2 times a week. Then I incresed it to 3 days a week by 6 weeks. By week 8 I was up to 4 days a week and last week I worked out 6 days. I come in and stretch for about 5-10 min I start with an ab machine and do about 3 sets of 10. then I do 30 min of cardio. Treadmill, elliptical, bike, arc whatever I choose. I may do one machine for 30min or 2 for 15 min. Then I do machines. I rotate and mix and match body parts like ab day or abs and arms or glutes etc. I may do 3 sets of 15 on a weight that i can handle with effort. Every since I've been doing that (increasing my workouts ) I've noticed steady movement on the scale. Some days i just do stretching and 30 min cardio. Some days I just do weights. I'm starting to really get into it and I have to remind myself not to overdo it. Sent from my SM-G900P using the BariatricPal App -
It took me about 2 weeks between when I finished all my pre-op requirements and when I had a date. Then my date was about a month out.
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Banded 2 Days Ago - Hiccups?
Victoria Mora replied to gin765's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yep had them too for about 5 days, and i was barely eating and very slowly sipping. Mine started of painful but slowly got less painful only annoying. Most of the recovery should be 6 days. After 3 weeks today i still get the occasional one lol. -
How long were you off work?
T'snewstart replied to UEvrWndrY's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Seems most people are back to work in 2 weeks. My job requires me to lift 50 lbs so I was off work for 2 months. Best Wishes. Tina -
so glad you made an appt also!!! i did this for a week, went to my regular dr cuz i couldnt see my surgeon, he told me i had gastritous, gave me nexium and sent me on my way:frown:. couldnt keep the nexium down,ended up in the er SEVERELY dehydrated, got an iv--- FINALLY saw my surgeon, he gave me a total unfill and there was INSTANT relief!!! didnt want the unfill either but my band was too tight and i wasnt losing, just becoming more discouraged DAILY. i lost four lbs this week and i will get a fill again in 4 weeks--- but only half!! GOOD LUCK- i know this is probably what you need! i feel 300% better:smile:
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missVickie +Reading Pennsylvania
LMBTX replied to missvickie's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
They told me I could have my surgery on Thursday and go back to work Monday, but I took a week off to make sure I felt ok. I did go into work for 6 hours Tuesday following Thursday surgery. If you can take the time, I would. -
Someone tell me to toughen up!!
badonkadonkbutt replied to badonkadonkbutt's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I average between 1200 and 1500 per week. I think I know where some of my issue is.....I have had a terrible cold for the last few weeks and have been sucking on a lot of cough drops...have you ever looked at the sugar in those things?! I about died.....I don't know if this is the only problem, but it definitely goes to show that you have to count everything you put into your mouth.... -
Someone tell me to toughen up!!
juliegeraci replied to badonkadonkbutt's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
LeeAnn, any idea on how many calories you take in? If you eat 1200 calories and burn up enough exercising each week you should lose about 2 lbs per week. That is if you should be eating 1600 to maintain. -
My doctor was just letting me know that I was healing at a slower rate. I'm just one of those people who heal a little slower than the average. He says that after 3 weeks most people do not feel as much restriction as I do. Like you ,I still feel everything that I am swallowing. This should be better now. Don't get me wrong, I haven't vomitted or anything like that. I am just still feeling very uncomfortable. Good luck to you too!
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Daisydoodle, I have the larger band and had my 5th fill this week. I have pretty good restriction now, but up until then I had none at all. Dont be disheartened, a couple more fills and you will be fine. Im lucky my Dr lets me come in each week until I have restriction.
