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Count down is on...nervous, nervous, nervous

ChubMuffin

By ChubMuffin, in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums

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ChubMuffin    5

ChubMuffin
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Scheduled for 10/20, scared and excited....1,000,000,000,000 questions. I love reading everyones stories and tips. :)

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JaGo    16

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Hello ChubMuffin,

Congratulations on your decision to take control of your health. It's been 4 years since my surgery and I have NEVER regretted that decision! I felt similar to what you describe - "scared and excited." This is normal. Feeling scared doesn't mean that you question whether you're doing the right thing or not (not at this point). It's a natural reaction to something you've never experienced before.

As you trust your doctor, trust your decision, AND... trust God! You will be in good hands!! Keep us posted regarding your recovery.

JaGo

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JaGo    16

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p.s. I appreciate your post because it has inspired me to get back on track. I have been dealing with some other physical issues (unrelated to LapBand) and got discouraged about exercising disciplines in my diet. Am making my way back to better health!! Sometimes these health issues interfere with the weight loss.

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ChubMuffin    5

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Thanks JaGo!

I wish you the best of luck getting back on track!!! I'll let you know how I'm feeling next week and it will remind you of how far along you have come!!

;)

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JaGo    16

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Thank you ChubMuffin, we both can be encouraged!! Look forward to hearing from you post-op!! SMILE!!

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Jkim728    49

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Congrats! I'm 2 days post op and feeling sore but ok. Trying to get my Protein in but it's a struggle. Mostly a mental game thinking you're hungry but not. Can't wait for week 2.

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loser2014    73

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I'm just starting week 2 post-op and feel so much better than those first few days. Don't worry so much about Protein. Just drink as many fluids as you can and let your body heal. In a few days, you'll be feeling great.

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JaGo    16

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Yeah, the first few weeks are going to be delicate and can't be rushed. For a while you may even be dealing with a small amt of gas circulating, especially around the shoulder and chest area. Can be very, very uncomfortable. For relief, I was advised to take Gas-X Thin Strips (extra-strength) which dissolve on the tongue.

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JustWatchMe    7,117

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To all the newly banded, it gets easier and you'll be so happy with the miraculous changes soon!

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ChubMuffin    5

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Thank you for all the comments!! It's really nice reading everything ya'll have to say!

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MarieMarie    346

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Follow your doctors orders and ensure to get some walking in. Congrats on your decision

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SandyM    1,956

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Treat the time before your first follow up appt as a healing time and do yourself a favor...stay off the scales. Drink plenty of fluids, and get well. Good luck

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2bfaithful    9

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Hi Chubmuffin,

I just joined and this is my first posting. I wish you the very best and looking forward to going on this journey with you. My surgery date is 10-29 and I'm a little nervous. It is really going to be nice to get everyone's support as this is a new and chapter in our lives. I will keep you in my prayers and looking forward to your postings.

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JaGo    16

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@@ChubMuffin, you said you were scheduled for surgery on 10/20. How are you post-surgery?

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