karenlynn79

My fill appointment is for Sat Dec 16th around 12:30ish. I arrive at the airport at 8:30 a.m. Anyone interested in taking the trolley? No way I am doing it alone!! Thanks Karen

Well I haven't heard back from Rene yet, so I don't want to book at flight til then. I will email him again today. I will probably fly in as early that day as possible, like 7ish maybe? I agree, I don't want to go across the border alone!! I was just banded Sept 1. Not even at my 21 days yet. So you've had yours for while, how is it? I know you're doing an unfill, but have you reached goal weight, etc...? The last couple weeks have been HARD. I ate food Sunday and irritated my stomach, and on liquids for another week now. Thanks, Karen

Hi Amy, I haven't booked a flight yet so right now it's flexible. I'd take the trolley with you since you seem so familiar with it! What time are you flying in? What time is your fill? Thanks Karen

I am planning a fill on Sat Oct 14th. I am flying into SD that a.m. and returning that p.m. Anyone interested in splitting the cost of the ride? I will be solo so I need someone! I'll take the trolley too, if anyone else wants to do that instead of pay for the ride. Thanks Karen

Hi Becki, Thanks for asking. That seemed like such a long time ago. I am much better now with my soups and slim fasts. Counting down the days...... Karen

Hi Miriam, Overall my experience was great at the OCC. There were a couple issues that really bugged me when I was there but I got over them. First, the driver at the airport was not at our gate, he was down the way a bit and by chance we found him after waiting a while. Second, I was never told what time I was going to be picked up on the day of surgery from the hotel and this caused a lot of confusion for me and Mrs. Ortiz. Also, I was only given half the pack of disolvable pain killers when I left. I did talk to Rene before I left but he forgot to send them to the hotel so that really upset me. Last, we were picked up so early on the day to go home that I had to wait at the airport for almost 6 hours which was awful because I was naseous (sp) and had major gas pains the whole time. Lori, I have actually been meaning to let you know these things but kind of forgot til now. Everything else was great, especially my experience at the clinic the day of and after, so I didn't want to bug you about it. Anyway, not trying to worry you Miriam but you kind of got me thinking about good/bad things about OCC. But the main thing is that I was impressed and happy and would recommend the OCC to friends and family. Karen

Hi Shayne, Are you worried about missing your "friend" food? I know that's why I had second thoughts. I am only 1 week post-op and although I am not having a fun time on liquids, I am happy that I took this step. You really need to decide what you are worrying about and decide if it's a big enough worry to call it off. Good luck! Karen

Thanks guys. Today is better. I did lose like 7 pounds since surgery so that did make me feel better this morning. I think part of it is missing food. I knew ahead of time, but it really hits you, doesn't it? Plus my 4 year old is very suspicious of my weird eating and I know I am confusing him! I think I'll survive with thinned out soups and I didn't even think to try hot chocolate! Definitely will. Thanks for the encouraging comments! It is nice to know others go through the same thing and survived! Karen

Hi all, 5 days post-op and I am regretting this. (I know it's a phase though). I have been in mild-medium pain since surgery and since yesterday starving. Since Dr. M said we could do "real" liquids on day 4 if we HAD to, I had a couple slim fast shakes, popsicles, etc. Today was worse and my stomach was freaking out, seriously hungry. I had a bowl of creamy potato soup that I strained so that it was only liquid no chunks at all. Is this awful? It did make me feel better but I am still unhappy!! Has anyone else done this? Did I mess up my band? I hope Dr M does not read this! I feel physically fine though no weird stomach issues. I keep reading that it gets easier but I am miserable! Karen

I had both pre-op and surgery yesterday. I guess they had 6 bands they placed yesterday so it was kinda crazy around here! Lots of excitement. I feel really great, a little bit of pain around the incisisions but mostly when using my tummy muscles to sit or stand. Everyone here went beyond my expecations, funny, nice, listened to you, kept you updated, etc. I felt really comfortable here and still do. Yea! 21 days of liquids... at least some of them are interesting liquids. Good luck to everyone coming up in September! You'll do great Karen

Thank you both, that does help. We'll see if I can really avoid it....... Karen

I get in Thurs night at 10:30 then pre-op and surgery Fri 1st. Hope to see you guys there on the 1st!! Thanks Karen p.s. how's your pre-op diet going?

Has anyone NOT PB'd after surgery?? I am getting close, 1 week today, and a bit worried about it. Basically just wondering how to avoid doing it at all costs??????????? Thanks Karen

Hey mystery, I know how you feel. I tried doing the pre-op diet earlier than I needed to and I have been really tired this week. (today is my official start day). The caffeine headache is totally normal and should start going away soon. Good luck! Have you been eating lots of green veggies? Dr. Miranda told me it's possible to eat up to 4 lbs of salad or green veggies. Seems like ALOT but it might help to actually chew food and swallow, even if it's veggies! Karen

Anyone else having their surgery on Friday Sept 1???? Am getting excited and ready for my protein shake diet..... Karen

Thanks for all the suggestions. I have IBS also although it has been under control for many years, I remember that horrible shoulder pain. Hopefully it won't be too bad post-op!!!

My pre-op and surgery is scheduled for Sept 1- anyone else?? Karen

Just curious for those of you who have been banded, how bad is the gas that I keep reading about, and for how long!??!! I go back to work (light duty) 5 days after my surgery (Sept 1) and I am just wondering........ Thnx Karen