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How come no one has told me about the....
willowcat replied to KTK1982's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Three hours does seem awfully long (mine was an hour and I thought that was long). Mostly, I think, they are looking to see that you don't have an eating disorder, that you have realistic expectations for the band, that you don't have severe mental illness (like delusional thinking or hallucinations), that you don't have a drug or alcohol addiction, that you are getting the band for the right reasons (for yourself). They want you to be successful. Probably with the three hours they will talk with you about "head hunger" and using food for things other than strictly nourishment; might also talk about what to expect after you lose your weight (during my psych evaluation the therapist talked about the high rate of divorce among wls patients). They also will probably talk to you about your weight loss/gain history. They are not going to be concerned that you take an anti-anxiety medication--especially if your anxiety is controlled (I have clinical depression, but it's controlled with my medications, and they didn't blink an eye about it). Don't worry. They won't think you're crazy. :tongue2: -
1st day of pre-op and feel like I am going to die!
browneyes29203 replied to thenewme2010's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi Everyone I'm on my 8th day of pre-op diet and as someone said earlier its monkey butt!!! I'm starving also however I must agree it gets better as the days go by. As a filler between shakes I'm drinking all the suger free hawaiian punch and crystal light I can handle which means I'm constantly taking bathroom breaks. The fact that I know next week this time I will have my "gut tied off"(lapband) is keeping me pushing.. Good luck to everyone its a daily struggle!! -
ok... getting scared....
OnTheWay to Thin replied to emtsusieq's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
totally normal, I am 4 weeks post surgery and doing great, I can tell you though the days before I was scared spitless... -
I went for my pre op blood work last week and my surgery is Sept. 4th. So the nurse called and said my sugar is 290 and needs to be down by the 4th or they will reschedule my surgery. UGHHH!!!! I am taking my meds and sugar is being so stubborn. Normally my meds work. I even increased the dosage. I do not want to go on insulin 3 weeks from my surgery. Maybe if I start the liquid diet a week early and do 3 weeks instead of 2 and add more exercise it will be down in time.
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Tired.....frustrating!
GeauxForIt replied to Iamfinallyme's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I felt like crap at 3 weeks out!! Exhausted. I was 6 weeks yesterday and I just now am feeling like I have my energy back. Be patient with yourself, and you HAVE to eat! -
I'm 3 weeks out and I'm more tired now than ever..... My family thinks I'm doing to much but there is only so much "chilling out" I can do. I haven't been eating that much because I've been getting sick so maybe that's it... Please tell me I'm not the only one with this issue right now!'n
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Excited. Have done a ton of research, therefore I would be an idiot if I weren't nervous also. Just got insurance approval yesterday, and I am schedule for the 25th. Been on the journey since November. Figure doing some talking with some informed people would be a good thing. -
I am not from MN but I my DH's aunt/uncle/cousins just moved up there over the summer. He is in the Army Reserves. Anyway we spent just over a week in New Prage (that might be spelled wrong) It was nice, way out there and there were TONS of CORN FIELDS everywhere. :thumbup: haha... We are going to try and go back for a visit this summer also.....it was nice just wouldn't want to live there.
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Pain pills before Surgery
Creekimp13 replied to graziellabs's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
My gallbladder surgery was super easy. Had it at 7 in the morning, was home on the couch eating Subway turkey sandwich by 1pm. There's gonna be a little gas pain anytime they inflate you...lol....but walking helps. When my gallbladder was at it's worst, I found that cottage cheese was a safe food...and I never ate more of it in my life. I existed on it almost exclusively for three weeks...ugh! You're going to do just fine. It's not that bad, and you will be so glad to be done with the attacks. Hang in there! -
4 weeks post op . I had a hiatal hernia I was not aware of at the time of my surgery and my surgeon fixed it while I was getting my sleeve. Well, I have no idea what happened but since my surgery I get acid reflux / heartburn (I don’t know which it is ) everyday at some point in the day. Not sure what causes it. I have a Doctor appointment Monday. But first how do I know which it is or is it both ? And most importantly..... is it going to go away. I’m so sad and discouraged ! I don’t look forward to such an uncomfortable feeling. HELP ! Anyone else had this ? hw: 246 sw: 235 cw: 215 gw: ? Sleeved :Dec 19, 2017
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We can gain or lose three lbs. in a day. Mornings you weigh less. If you are stressing over this the stalls after surgery might devastate you. It is a tiny setback, eat according to plan and walk in the park when you stressed! Weighing every day is hard on people too. Best of luck!!!
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I would take off longer than 2 weeks it's really an adjustment notime about the pain Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App I'm limited on my benefit time at work so I was hoping to take 2 weeks off without anyone knowing I'm having surgery...HR isn't very professional nor are most of my colleagues so I'd rather be private ...at the most I could take 3 weeks but it would deplete my hours... Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App
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I would take off longer than 2 weeks it's really an adjustment notime about the pain Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App I'm limited on my benefit time at work so I was hoping to take 2 weeks off without anyone knowing I'm having surgery...HR isn't very professional nor are most of my colleagues so I'd rather be private ...at the most I could take 3 weeks but it would deplete my hours... Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App It's just a mental thing u have to remeber you will be on all liquids and people will notice you are not eatting and getting in the routine. I know people who did the two weeks I myself wasn't prepared for what I was up against Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App
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3 Months Today Its Going Better!
SpaceyCasey replied to SpaceyCasey's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Lol a bezoar is a mass of some sort that doesn't get digested and apparently they are common in Wls patients. I've never heard of it before either. It was terrible It got so bad the last 3 weeks I couldn't eat or drink anything I was so exhausted and tired! But now it's out I'm so much happier! -
looking for a gastric sleeve buddy!
helloskinnyminime replied to journeyRN's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
blueeyesaz how are you doing on the liquid diet?? can't believe that this time next week we will be done with surgery -
I went through the same thing. It took me between 3 n 4 weeks to be completely fine. We're all different so don't sweat it!
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My doctors office faxed in my information last Wednesday afternoon and at 8:30am Thursday morning, I received the phone call that I was APPROVED for the Sleeve. I am beyond excited right now. I received a call from the surgeons office and I had to stop taking my Omeprazole for 2 weeks and have a bacteria test done on my stomach. My appt is scheduled for July 5th for the test and then I get to schedule for my surgery, I am hoping for July 23rd. My question for everyone that has already had the surgery, what do I need to take with me for my hospital stay?? Also, I would like to find out approximately how much money will be spent on protein powders.
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What to eat what not to eat That is the question!
beccaboolane posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was banded 4 days ago and am going crazy!! I was told I need to be on a liquid diet for the first week and then start adding in thicker liquids and then soft food. Any advice on this?? I have been living on soup and jello. I went to Jamba Juice today and that was like Heaven. What else can I do? Do I really need to be worried that I will throw up if I drink too fast?? That is my biggest fear!! -
Natural nut butters (peanut, almond, walnut, cashew - no sugar or oil added) are allowed by my NUT starting week 3 (soft foods).
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I have peanut butter quite often and almonds about once a week. I am almost 12 weeks out.
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Being scared is normal. You will all do great. This surgery is minimally invasive and if you understand how to eat and have good support after your surgery you will be fine. I am four weeks out and have lost 40 lbs total. 20 in the pre op phase and 20 since surgery. I would do this all over again on a minute. Just wish I had it done sooner. Stay calm and stay focused on the result of all your prep work. Keep us posted.
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Wasn't sure where else to post this but here goes: To all the teachers out there: HAPPY TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK!!
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Question regarding intake amount
shanda7182 replied to shanda7182's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yes, I am feeling great! 30 lbs down since 9-15-09. Still getting use to eating. LOL. Still not able to eat much but I am supplementing with my Protein drinks. My emotions are back to normal (that didnt take long) since im only like 3 weeks out now. I enjoy watching the scale go down. Im almost in ONDERLAND.....I am so excited about that! You will be fine, just think of how good you will fine when the scale starts moving downward! Keep me posted on your progress! -
Hiatal hernia
Autumn Fury replied to AudreyDarling's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am facing the same procedures. Can I ask how the recovery went for you after you came home? I have taken 5 weeks off of work as I anticipate it will be a more difficult recovery. Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App I don't want to scare you but recovery is not going too well so far. Surgery was a success, Sent home @ 6 PM yesterday. I called Dr. @ 1:30 AM & he said to go back to hospital for IV pain meds. I Checked with RN @ 8:00 AM & she told me same thing. Spouse & I were exhausted so rested and went back to hospital at 2:00 PM today. The pain meds are making me sleep but not controlling pain. Been here all day, they gave me dilaud for pain, fluids & vitamins as I'm dehydrated & now I have a UTI. On the way home now from hospital & have to follow up on Thursday with surgeon. All I've had is water & meds. No protein at all. Sometimes I can't even keep the water down without having to throw up. Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App -
Any Savannah or South Georgia sleevers?
Miss Bee replied to Miss Bee's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm all over the place. No idea what size I am. I found out at 13 weeks that I was a month pregnant during surgery. It's been scary.
