May 2007 Surgeries

[nickelb]

Wow...I've been sitting here reading through this thread....I'm from GA and had no idea that people had to go to Mexico to be banded!!!! All you're results are incredible!

I had my sugery on Friday, May 4, two days ago, and I"m not feeling to very well right now! Not have any regreats mind you, just ALOT of pain...and the wild thing is...its not with my tummy...its all the gas pains up my chest and my back...and then to top it all off....somehow, I've got a cold and I"m coughing my dang lungs up!!! LOL...I'm just praying that this will not hurt my band any by coughing so much....any suggestions there???

I keep telling myself....wow...just think...in a year from now, you'll be off your insulin, slim, and look'n mighty fine!!!! I simply cant wait!!!! My brother came to visit me yesterday and was arguing with his wife that HE was gona get to buy my first bikini...LOL>...how funny is that!!!

Ok, well...any suggestions would be greatly appreciated, and to those who havent been banded as of yet, good luck, your in my thoughts and prayers!!!

NB

[gistmom]

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I was banded May 25th, and can't find anyone on here who will reply! How are you doing? Four days into it, I was in so much pain, I was regretting everdoing this to myself...I'm eith days out now, and with pain killers, have the pain to where it is tolerable. I am very hungry, though, and I noticed that I can't consume as much.

Christine

:-? Oh Boy! Do I know how you feel?! All this pain, is it normal? I can't hardly even sit up without hurting. I've only been banded for 6 days. I drink soup (in the blender first) and weight watchers liquid yogurts, so i'm not really hungry. I just want to feel better!

[NoWorry]

:-? Oh Boy! Do I know how you feel?! All this pain, is it normal? I can't hardly even sit up without hurting. I've only been banded for 6 days. I drink soup (in the blender first) and weight watchers liquid yogurts, so i'm not really hungry. I just want to feel better!

I thought that first week was clear liquids only?

Sanjay

[donnadd3]

My husband and I are flying in on May16th he will be having surgery on the 17th of May - I had my surgery in October 2006 and he is going to take the plunge now- what is funny he see's me on here posting and telling my experience and calls me a goofball ......but he sure likes my results???? LOL who's a goofball now----you would just have to know my husband and I ----he is a jokster and I am the mellow one-----tee hee not so much anymore----went shopping yesterday and was wearing a 24-26 when I began this process and I put on a 18 pair of capris woo hoo ----

see ya all soon =D> =D> =D> =D> =D>

Hi folks. My band date is also the 17th of May. I'm 45 years old and finally taking charge. My mom and I are flying into San Diego Wednesday (the 16th) afternoon. You know, I just want to say that when I finally made the decision to do this after debating it on & off for 2 years, I was really excited. Felt empowered and all that. Then a few days after I booked the surgery I was walking down the aisle of my local grocer's and I think I could almost have cried. I was thinking "Wow, I'm not going to be able to eat everything I want to eat anymore." Then there's the part that is jumping up and down and saying "Wow, I'm got going to be able to eat everything I want to eat anymore." I have trouble with binge eating. I can eat and eat and eat. I joke that my stomach can stretch to the size of a beach ball. Not too funny, I know, but I'd rather laugh than cry. I don't like pain and discomfort so I hope just the possibility of slipping/erosion/ pbing and all the negative stuff that can happen will deter me from breaking the rules. I'm sure I'll test my limits at some point. Part of me is so excited to finally take control of my eating and then there's the part of me, I guess the part that wants to stay fat, that's kind of spooked. Anybody else have the feeling that there's somebody in your body that is afraid to change and not be "the fat one" any more? I'm so identified with that. Maybe I'm just schizo. I know with a head knowledge that it will feel WONDERFUL to not be heavy, but I wonder where the conflict is coming from. Anyone have a clue?

[cyndiwilson]

Hi folks. My band date is also the 17th of May. I'm 45 years old and finally taking charge. My mom and I are flying into San Diego Wednesday (the 16th) afternoon. You know, I just want to say that when I finally made the decision to do this after debating it on & off for 2 years, I was really excited. Felt empowered and all that. Then a few days after I booked the surgery I was walking down the aisle of my local grocer's and I think I could almost have cried. I was thinking "Wow, I'm not going to be able to eat everything I want to eat anymore." Then there's the part that is jumping up and down and saying "Wow, I'm got going to be able to eat everything I want to eat anymore." I have trouble with binge eating. I can eat and eat and eat. I joke that my stomach can stretch to the size of a beach ball. Not too funny, I know, but I'd rather laugh than cry. I don't like pain and discomfort so I hope just the possibility of slipping/erosion/ pbing and all the negative stuff that can happen will deter me from breaking the rules. I'm sure I'll test my limits at some point. Part of me is so excited to finally take control of my eating and then there's the part of me, I guess the part that wants to stay fat, that's kind of spooked. Anybody else have the feeling that there's somebody in your body that is afraid to change and not be "the fat one" any more? I'm so identified with that. Maybe I'm just schizo. I know with a head knowledge that it will feel WONDERFUL to not be heavy, but I wonder where the conflict is coming from. Anyone have a clue?

WE are flying on the 16th also - surgery the 17th Daron and Cyndi from AZ ---we get in around 10-11 I believe see ya then

[luv2dive]

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May 21st is when I am going to have mine. I will be flying in on the 20th. Has anyone been to the aquarium, if so how was it?

[dreamhappy07]

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May 21st is when I am going to have mine. I will be flying in on the 20th. Has anyone been to the aquarium, if so how was it?

Hey luv2dive,

My surgery is scheduled for May 21st also! What time are you coming in to San Diego? Where are you coming from? I am in Portland, OR and coming in around 9:10am Sunday May 20th.

Sorry, don't know anything about the aquarium. Never been that far south in California.

I look foward to meeting you on the 20th. There are a couple others arriving that day also.

Peace,

Judy

[cyndiwilson]

Good for you. I guess that makes a lot of difference! I still haven't seen the post-op diet details, but I know that I'm pretty much going to be on clear liquids for 3-4 weeks after the surgery. I've just ordered Dr. Ortiz's book and also "Weight Loss Surgery for Dummies" which seems to be the most highly recommended. I guess I'll have a pretty good idea of the best diet following surgery.

57 pounds in 4 months is pretty amazing. Congratulations! With results like that, what's not to love?

Best,

Sanjay

Actually it is 6 monthes not 4 monthes but still amazing ---te he

[I of Beholder]

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:-? Oh Boy! Do I know how you feel?! All this pain, is it normal? I can't hardly even sit up without hurting. I've only been banded for 6 days. I drink soup (in the blender first) and weight watchers liquid yogurts, so i'm not really hungry. I just want to feel better!

I'm 13 days post op, and I can tell you YES, the pain does get much better, but it still is there (I can almost bend!). I"m not losing the weight like everyone else is, but I haven't started to exercise, since I am dealing w/bad allergies in the NE US.

I started out weighing in at 172, and I haven't weighed myself since, but I can tell, it hasn't moved much. I'm 5'2" and my goal weight is to get back to my prepregnancy weight of 115. I have a lot to work towards, I"m a cardiac patient, and hoping losing this weight and bringing my meds down, and I have another event, my wedding!

Let me know how you're doing!

[luv2dive]

=D> Great , I am arriving at 9:40 am with my husband. I'm so excited I can hardly wait. How is the pro-op diet going for you? I am coming from Dallas/Fort Worth area.

Hey luv2dive,

My surgery is scheduled for May 21st also! What time are you coming in to San Diego? Where are you coming from? I am in Portland, OR and coming in around 9:10am Sunday May 20th.

Sorry, don't know anything about the aquarium. Never been that far south in California.

I look foward to meeting you on the 20th. There are a couple others arriving that day also.

Peace,

Judy

[dreamhappy07]

=D> Great , I am arriving at 9:40 am with my husband. I'm so excited I can hardly wait. How is the pro-op diet going for you? I am coming from Dallas/Fort Worth area.

Hi there,

The pre-op diet has been tough at times, but I am down 20lbs since starting it. I am supposed to come as close as possible to 36lbs, but c'mon, that isn't going to happen. My body isn't giving up the fat without a fight...lol It will be close though because I will be stricter with myself next week and then having to stop smoking as well now, ugh! not a good combination.

What airline are you taking? We(my mom and me), are coming in on Alaska. I am so excited! I wish it were this weekend instead of next. Oh well, it will be worth the wait soon.

Take care and hope to see you at the airport.

Judy

[luv2dive]

I am on American, If I read right you are 6'1" so I think I will be able to spot you. I have alot to lose as well, my pre-op start was 311.1. I have a freind who is doing the liquid with me. I hink that has made a huge difference, I don't feel so alone. The smoking thing is important...I was a closet smoker for years, then I had to have an emergency surgery...and yes my lungs collapsed (I was 22) so really try to do breathing exercises to build up those lungs. I have also kept going to this website to read and this is also helping me. I am looking forward to meeting you as well. PS That will happen you can do this!! You have already done 20 what is 16 more? If I were you I would go get a patch to help with the cravings. I admire all that you are doing. I can't imagine quiting smoking too.

Hi there,

The pre-op diet has been tough at times, but I am down 20lbs since starting it. I am supposed to come as close as possible to 36lbs, but c'mon, that isn't going to happen. My body isn't giving up the fat without a fight...lol It will be close though because I will be stricter with myself next week and then having to stop smoking as well now, ugh! not a good combination.

What airline are you taking? We(my mom and me), are coming in on Alaska. I am so excited! I wish it were this weekend instead of next. Oh well, it will be worth the wait soon.

Take care and hope to see you at the airport.

Judy

[Guest Robrn90]

Hi all!! New to the forum though I've been a lurker for awhile.......I'm being banded May 23rd and am scared and excited all at the same time....I really hope to make some support buddies on here, you all really seem to encourage and help each other........

[dreamhappy07]

Hi all!! New to the forum though I've been a lurker for awhile.......I'm being banded May 23rd and am scared and excited all at the same time....I really hope to make some support buddies on here, you all really seem to encourage and help each other........

Hi Rob,

Welcome and congrats on your surgery date! I will be leaving the day you arrive...Sorry we will miss each other, but I am sure you will have others with you that are having surgery the same day.

Glad you came to this forum and I am sure you will make some buddies here and have all the support you can handle.

Peace,

Judy

[Guest Robrn90]

Hi Rob,

Welcome and congrats on your surgery date! I will be leaving the day you arrive...Sorry we will miss each other, but I am sure you will have others with you that are having surgery the same day.

Glad you came to this forum and I am sure you will make some buddies here and have all the support you can handle.

Peace,

Judy

Thanks Judy!!! Geezzzzzzzzz I'm not very" electronically inclined" and having a tough time figuring this reply thingie out

[Guest Robrn90]

Hi to all you May Dayers,

My surgery is booked for May 23rd - anyone else that day? I thought I might try and make the last few weeks less painful, and have started (not very dedicatedly, mind you) a South Beach/Glycemic Index diet. If I can keep my hands off the goodies, that is!

Cheers,

Laura

Hi Laura.......... I'm also scheduled for May 23rd. A friend is coming with and we will be arriving the afternoon of the 22nd...Hope to meet you!!

Robin

[LisaVA]

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:-? Oh Boy! Do I know how you feel?! All this pain, is it normal? I can't hardly even sit up without hurting. I've only been banded for 6 days. I drink soup (in the blender first) and weight watchers liquid yogurts, so i'm not really hungry. I just want to feel better!

For the both of you -- if you are feeling gas pains - WALK. It works. Guaranteed. I had NO

pain at any time. I had the gas discomfort - directly in the center of my chest, which can be

a little disconcerting - but walking helps. Walk as much as you possibly can. It works - I know.

Good luck !

Lisa

[mamzee]

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...Still looking for May Banders!!

Hi! My date is May14th. Only about 34 hours from now!!! I'm so excited (and VERY HUNGRY!!!). Not enjoying this pre-op diet. How much broth can 1 girl eat, anyhow???

[QueenOfChunk]

Good Luck May 14th Bandsters! You should be on the road to recovery by now!!

I was banded on Friday! I am still surprised at how smoothly everything went. It is a breeze. THe only thing is the gas pain which everyone on here has already mentioned. As long as long as you're moving that gas around in your body, you're ok... but get it settled in there and it is painful! I haven't had luck with Gas-X but the Mylanta Gas chewables were my friend on my flight from the west to east coast. (6 hours)

Anyway, just wanted to let you know, I feel great. I'm at work already. And I would recommend Dr. Ortiz to anyone. It was a real pleasure. I'm anxious for what the future holds. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers on Friday.

[emmasmom60]

Hi Laura.......... I'm also scheduled for May 23rd. A friend is coming with and we will be arriving the afternoon of the 22nd...Hope to meet you!!

Robin

Hi Robin, I am arriving on the 22nd also. I am looking forward to meeting you! How are you doing with the pre-op diet thing? Have you heard much from OCC, or did you just get the patient forms to fax back? You are an RN, too?

Cheers,

Laura

[Mischievous1]

Hello. I am scheduled for May 9th. I will be traveling alone so I would like to have a buddy while I'm there. Is anyone else here for the 9th?

Rainbowbrite,

Aww man. I'll miss you by one day. I'm arriving May 10th for my pre op then surgery is May 11th.

JD

I had mine on the 9th-maybe I saw you there?....weeah...(lol-just having fun sorry if I scared you)thx, Trina

[Guest Robrn90]

Hi Robin, I am arriving on the 22nd also. I am looking forward to meeting you! How are you doing with the pre-op diet thing? Have you heard much from OCC, or did you just get the patient forms to fax back? You are an RN, too?

Cheers,

Laura

Hi Laura,

I'm suffering through the pre- op diet LOL I have not heard much from OCC, but did get an email today with my surgery confirmation. I have talked to Carolyn a couple different times when I have called her and also talked with Dr Miranda once, and yes I am an RN. What time is your plane arriving and where are you coming from??

[emmasmom60]

Hi Laura,

I'm suffering through the pre- op diet LOL I have not heard much from OCC, but did get an email today with my surgery confirmation. I have talked to Carolyn a couple different times when I have called her and also talked with Dr Miranda once, and yes I am an RN. What time is your plane arriving and where are you coming from??

Hey Robin,

Just a few more days (yikes!). I am arriving about 11:30 am, how about you? What kind of nursing do you do?

Cheers,

Laura

[Guest Robrn90]

Hey Robin,

Just a few more days (yikes!). I am arriving about 11:30 am, how about you? What kind of nursing do you do?

Cheers,

Laura

The plane arrives about 1 pm, I'm getting really excited and am ready to get this done!!! I work in a small rural hospital and I do a little bit of everything. I work ER, supervise, work the floor, work in Senior Care ( an intensive outpatient psych program) and I'm also an ACLS instructor.... it's kinda nice to switch around, at least I never get bored LOL.

See ya soon!! Robin

[coloratura]

Wow...I've been sitting here reading through this thread....I'm from GA and had no idea that people had to go to Mexico to be banded!!!! All you're results are incredible!

I had my sugery on Friday, May 4, two days ago, and I"m not feeling to very well right now! Not have any regreats mind you, just ALOT of pain...and the wild thing is...its not with my tummy...its all the gas pains up my chest and my back...and then to top it all off....somehow, I've got a cold and I"m coughing my dang lungs up!!! LOL...I'm just praying that this will not hurt my band any by coughing so much....any suggestions there???

I keep telling myself....wow...just think...in a year from now, you'll be off your insulin, slim, and look'n mighty fine!!!! I simply cant wait!!!! My brother came to visit me yesterday and was arguing with his wife that HE was gona get to buy my first bikini...LOL>...how funny is that!!!

Ok, well...any suggestions would be greatly appreciated, and to those who havent been banded as of yet, good luck, your in my thoughts and prayers!!!

NB