Brenny

You sounds like me, Judy! The chew it up and spit it out thing gave me relief several times when my will-power was weak!

> > LOL!!!!! Oh my gosh, I diD the same thing. made A PIECE OF TOAST AND SPIT IT OUT, WHEN RINSED MY MOUTH OUT WITH SODA (SPIT IT OUT TOO) iT DID HELP. HAVEN'T DONE IT SENCE. AT LEAST WE ARE "HONEST" LOL BRENNY

OOPPSSS SOORY BOUT THE CAPS

May I say I enjoy reading all your posts. It helps so much to see how all of you are doing. There is no one that understands this better than people that are going through this. Good luck to all of you and keep sharing.

DITTO!!!! >

Hi Kym,

I read your posts and those to follow, makes my heart so sad. Especially your X hubby, Thank goodness he's your "X". Hes an idiot, BLOW HIM OFF!!!! & don't go out with him. How many yrs did he treat you like that without respect?? :-? Your a "NEW you" now, your not with him, not the same frame of mind, not the same physical appearance. People can be so darn mean. You know, manybe we have friends in our lifes circle for a reason. Maybe you felt safe before ,because you knew what to expect from them, even it it wsan't nice. This will be a scary journey for you. Some people just aren't nice reguardless, some are wonderful no madder what. You will unfortubatly run into both.

Write down a list of all the good things about you, and post it in the bathroom on the mirror. So everytime you see it you will reaffirm to your self these things. Some of the old people in your life may be replaced with some new ones that are"POSITIVE". >

What would you say if your child told you someone had said those things to them? You have to realize its coming form "THEM" not you. Its THEIR problem. love your self. Be your self, Make new friends, take a risk, You have come along way, and I'm proud of you for that!!!! This is your life.

you make it into what ever you want!!! You go girl!!!! Brenny

P.S. sorry for getting on my soap box.

Just a quick introduction. I've been lurking for a bit, reading the topics, and want to thank everyone for their supportive nature. I know the responses weren't addressed to me, but just reading them has been helpful.

My wife and I both are scheduled for surgery on Nov. 13th at OCC. Reading this forum has been very helpful in learning what to expect. At least now we have some idea of what to expect in the next few weeks.

We started planning for this back in June, and finally the day has nearly arrived. Wish us luck.

Hi and welcome!! I am a nubie to this site too, I found it by accident, & I have learned so much from it. I was banded Nov 1, and so its really new for me. I wanted to wish you both lots of luck, I know its alittle nerve racking, but it'll be here in a blink of an eye. Acouple of things I hadn't thought of before surg, you may want to know, No lifting anything over 10 llb for 2 weeks. No BATH for 3 weeks, may shower after 72 hr. Have liq tylenol at home on hand, as well as gas x strips. They both help. Best of luck to you both!!!! Brenny >

I do not know where some of my messages have gone either. Glad to know I am not the only one. Also, I do not know how to send personal messages. I didn't even know that was possible until today. Let me know what the doc says. I hope your port is okay. I had my first fill today. I was just a tiny bit nervous but it was fine. They put in a little medicine that deadens the site and never felt the fill. After they put a certain amount in she had me start drinking small sips of water. She would adjust it according to how I felt. I sure hope it is not too tight. I have to drink liquids for 48 hours. That is fine....I guess. I grilled hot dogs last night and they sure sound good right now.

Hi Suzie,

Yes it is difficult to figure out the posts and replys haha, I think I've read them all and than see another one! Your fill sounded easy. Why the liq again?, they never said anything about some of this stuff,,, I prefer to be well educated. No surprize please. If your eating grilled hot dogs (yumm) You are out a while with your surg. I haven't got to abay food yet. But MD told me today I could eat some cottage cheese. I chewed it up well, and boy was it good. My protien intake has been too low.

A hot dog would fix that right up haha, Ok lets see how it goes with the fill. How exciting!! You skinny girl haha > Take care, Brenny

Hello There,

Don't be scared.I also experienced the same as you. It was very painful for me to sleep on my left side.I didn't even try it the first week,it wasn't until the second to third week that i was even able to tolerate sleeping on my side. So don't worry,the pain will ease off with each passing day.You'll notice your body healing more and sleeping will become much more comfortable for you. I had a difficult time sitting for long periods of time so i walked and boy did i walk a lot! Good luck to you:-) Keep in touch and let us know how your doing-

With Best Wishes,

Valerie

THANK YOU!!!

Hello Brennie, I am so glad to hear from you. You posted a message to me right before you went in for surgery. How are you feeling?????? I took GAS X last night and I guess it is what helped. I have had this a few times and when I have it I have gas like I have never had before. I understand for the first time why my husband releases gas every so often now. Ha!! The surgery was still worth it!!!! What are gas x strips? I took chewable tablets.

Hi Suzi! Glad to hear from you?! I have responded by am alittle confused on where some of the posts go, haha. Gas X strips really cool. Small little stip that melts in your mouth and taste good too.

I bought mine a rite aid. I keep them with me at all times.

I am feeling worse than better, am going to see the md this aftrnoon. The oain he says will get better. Now I'm dizzy...... gushhhh, I'll check in on you later ok? Brenny

I had gas so bad today that I almost came home from work sick. I had it last night and again today. I do not know what I am doing to cause this bloating and gas in my stomach. I worte last night and hoped someone would respond to my other post. Maybe this is something unusual and I need to notify my doctor.

Hi Suzie, I'm a nubie, and a post band pt x 4 days, but I am having the gas too. The gas x strips are helping me. Also I have noticied when I blend my protein drinks in the blender and add ice, it is way too frothy= GAS!!!!!!! Thtas all I can offer for now. My Md also said no carbonated drinks and no gum chewing =all give additional gas. Hope your feeling better today! Brenny

Hi Suzie

I was banded on Oct 16 and I was concerned about the rapid weight loss I have lost 15 lbs from 10-16 to 10-27 and now that I read that you have lost about the same it makes me feel better. I am looking forward to going to my next Dr. visit as I should be able to move to the soft food then.

Keep in touch share experience. Thanks

Pink tweety >

Thanks for your replys and comfort. its been 3 days now. It is feeling better, but not at all what I expected. It stills burns like crazy and I can't lay on my left side. I feel like a baby, but I know how much this really hurts. I have lost 10 lbs though . Just hope it gets better soon, Love to you all, Brenny

Sorry about the poor grammer, just noticed it. ooopppppsss

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Thank you all for your support. Thank you thank you, Iam having a problem I'm going to post it under pain Brenny

I was rescheduled from last Thursday to Nov 1 due to the fires. There was concern about Dr. Ortiz's house and also for his employees at the clinic so I hope their homes were saved from the fire and things are on the way back to normal. It was hard to get news about Tijuana/Mexico. All the news seemed to end at the border. The fire maps ended at the border too. The liquid diet part is hard. At work especially for Halloween candy is everywhere. I am excited to lose pounds that are not coming back again. I am scared about the vomiting, sliming and pbing I have read about. I have only vomited twice in my whole life that I remember and I hate it.

Hi, The reschedule must of been tough. But we've got an awsome day NOV !st!!!!!!!!

I too hope the Dr's place is safe. I have found this awsome support site, but I am having my surg at

WEST HILLS HOSP in WEST HILLS Ca. anyone else?

Its good to have people to talk with. My friends are all supportive, (those that I have told)

But going thru it with you guys is easier. We have similar fears, questions, and we will have VICTORYS !!!!!!!!to celebrate together. I don't like to vomit either. From what I have read, we don't really vomit, we just spit stuff up a little. There isn't too much in there to vomit up. My only fear is the loss of my friend, FOOD. It amazes me how I can sit here, and think umm I'm go get some popcorn, or whatever, than realize , no only liquids... That is gonna be so hard, especially around the holidays. I just keep thinking, when Jan rolls around, I'll be well on my NEW WAY of life!!!!

Hi Kathy,

NOV 1st buddies!!!!!! I'm scared. I havn't been 100% good on my CLEAR liq .. have you? I bought some Halloween candy a coupleof weeks ago, than got into it. I had to replace it, so went to Target ,they had small trick or treat playdough!!! I bought that . I havn't heard of Smoothie King. Where are you located? I'm in Ventura county, Calif. I'm excited for you, and me. We are gotta get HEALTHY and get SLINDER to BOOT!!!!!! Write back! Brenny

Hey, My date was changed, I'm NOV 1st as well!!! Brenny

Hi. I've been approved and am scheduled for 11/1 for banding. Today started my four days of liquids to prepare for the surgery to help shrink the liver. The RN told me Smoothie King makes a drink called the Gladiator, 1 gram carb and 43 protein. So, that's basically what I'm drinking right now. Like you, food's been my best friend. I quit smoking and gained 20 pounds. Then lost my son and gained about 30 pounds from that. Can't get it off no matter what I try so this is the best decision for me. Can't wait to hear your progress. Kathy =D>

Hi Kathy,

NOV 1st buddies!!!!!! I'm scared. I havn't been 100% good on my CLEAR liq .. have you? I bought some Halloween candy a coupleof weeks ago, than got into it. I had to replace it, so went to Target ,they had small trick or treat playdough!!! I bought that . I havn't heard of Smoothie King. Where are you located? I'm in Ventura county, Calif. I'm excited for you, and me. We are gotta get HEALTHY and get SLINDER to BOOT!!!!!! Write back! Brenny

Hi Brenny.

I had surgery on Thursday October 11th. I have had no problem with my energy level. I go to school full time (includes a 12 hour shift at the hospital) work part time (walking 1-2 hours) run around after 2 kids (3 & 5) homework etc. Have to remind myself to eat because i dont even think about it till I get home. I took off a week from work but could have easily worked my Monday shift after surgery.

I was one of the lucky ones who didnt have any gas pain after surgery. For the first few days back there were times when it would feel better to splint my port area cause it was a little tender. Mostly, I just watch myself with lifting and bending. I lost 25 lbs prior to surgery so maybe it made the surgery itself a little easier but I would just listen to your body and rest whenever you can. Hope that helps.

Karen

Hi Karen , Thanks for the reply, HOW ARE YOU DOING??? Tell me everything. What supplement are you using? Its been 2 weeks for you huh?? Who did your surg? Thanks, Brnny

Hello Brenny,

Congrats on your approval. My paper work was turned in Oct. 15Th. I was told it would take 15 business days to hear from my insurance. I found this website yesterday. Now I have mixed feelings about having the operation, after reading different posts. I am unsure about the fills. Did you consider the gastric? If so, what was a deterent for you? Shaun

Hi! I just wrote a long response to you, and than accidently deleted it huh!!!!!!

The bypass is too final for me. The band , if it dosn't work out, can be deflated, and removed.

I think the band is a small surg, and the bypass is a much larger surg, and has too many complications . What area do you live in? Who is your surgeon? and when do you think you'll have your surg?? Keep me posted ok! Thanks, Brenda :-h

Hi Everyone!!

My computer has been down and I had trouble finding the responses from you guys. THANK YOU SO MUCH For responding to me. Next week I start on my liquids, getting cold feet. The holidays are coming, I love to make a big holiday dinner. I read all the posts of the problems people are having and it scares me. But as I am writing this, I have a big full lenght mirror next to me, and see a fat old lady that I don't know. (Who is she????) So that does help with some of the reasons for the band. If you are having your surg in Nov, how is it going for you? The cruise is a real tuff one I'm sure. But really there is so much more to do than eat on a cruise. Just think of all the beautiful and interesting things you will see. Please keep me posted!! I would love to put you guys on my friends list. It that ok?? Best of luck to all of you!! Brenny

Hi, :-h I've only posted a couple of times before. I'm scheduled for my band Nov 1. I am a bedside nurse, I use alot of energy, and many times only get 1 break thru out the day. I also work 12 hr shifts. How do I keep my energy level up, while on these liq for 2-3 weeks? :-? I am only getting 10 days off from work. I am so scared about this. Any suggestions???? Thanks ,Brenny

Hi, My dr requests Optifast for 1 week pre op, one week post op. I'm not sure how much to buy!! Also I'm so worried about the taste. I can't stand slimfast, or ensure Can you buy it as a powder without flavor??? My banding is scheduled for Nov 1. I am now getting scared. Not of the surg, but the same fears you all have posted. I have read if the protein intake is too low, your hair thins. HELP ME PLEASE. Thanks, Brenny

HI!, I GOT APPROVED TODAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm so excited, and now the fear is kicking in. : I am scheduled NOV 2 and my Birthday is NOV 3. Anyone else having a NOV band????? We need to talk. I'm not worried about the surg, I'm scared about the liq diet pre op. (my Dr wants liq for a week before, to help shrink the liver. I don't know how I'll do that.. I have trouble not getting into the cookie Jar. Its the life style change I'm scared about. Food has been my friend for a long time now... Its a bad relationship, I know, but its been there. Gosh that really scares me. :-h Please Join me, Lets hold hands thru this. Lets do it!! :-h !!!! Brenda

I am so worried about the physiologic and psychologic aspect of the band. I don't see alot of posting about this. Do you feel WEAK and tired? How does your bloodsugar react? If I go too long without eating, I get shakey, grouchy and get a head ache. I have a physical job, sometimes don't get breaks for long periods of time. How do you guys survive? I know I'm missing a big part of the way the band works.... but I don't get it. none of us need the band because we don't know what is the correct way to eat. How does it make me not eat??? Sorry, that sounds so odd, but

I'm just not getting it. Please help me understand better. Thanks, Brenny