LisaP

Heya, I was banded the day after you and ironically I have thrush as well. I was using my steroid inhaler like crazy at the beginning of the month due to a bad case of bronchitis, so I'm not sure if that did it or if it had something to do with the surgery. I started off using yogurt and probiotic pills, but it just wasn't helping so I finally went to the doctor and received a prescription for Nystatin. I started to see a dramatic improvement in just one day. I've had it before (a long time ago due to antibiotic use) and both times I've had to go get a prescription. My thrush just doesn't seem to respond to my probiotics. The Nystatin is supposidly "cherry-mint" flavor, but it tastes more like almond extract to me....really crappy almond extract. But it did the trick!

I can totally relate. I love anything carbonated, but my personal favorite is diet Ginger Ale. I can drink a truck load of it. I just got banded on the 15th, and I was so worried about stretching my pouch that I filled my fridge with Vitamin Water, juices and ice tea. I was worried that I wouldn't be able to take the lack of carbonation after surgery, but I actually surprised myself. I really enjoy the Vitamin Water and I found it more refreshing then the diet soda. Before surgery I was wondering if I could hold out 6 months before having a pop, but now I think I actually broke the habit. The trick is definitely to find something else you like to drink, I would recommend experimenting with anything new that you see in the stores. You might finally find a replacement that is just as enjoyable. Now the only thing I'm worried about is being able to have the occasional glass of sparkling wine during special occasions!

Hi Mandy! I hope you're doing well one week out from surgery. I was banded with you that day and I'm doing really well so far. Overall it was a great experience and I loved the staff at OCC. I hope you keep in touch about your weight loss! Lisa