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I weighed 214 when I started my preop diet and I weighed 208 when I had the surgery last week. Dr. Miranda's exact words were "good, good job". I had my surgery and everything went smoothly. Hope that helps. :-h Darlene

So glad to hear you're comming along!! It would be terrible if you got dehydrated now! I'm doing good, a little sore [especially the port area] but have been able to drink everthing so far. Fingers crossed! Keep us posted and keep sippin' > Darlene

Hello, My BMI was 35. I'm 5' 5.5" and weighed 214. I just had my surgery last week. So far, so good! The Doc's here in the states wouldn't even see me, basically said I wasn't fat enough. I have blood pressure issues and diabetes runs in my family. I wanted to nip it in the bud, and I have no regrets! Darlene

DUHHHHH Darlene, I just posted a new topic asking how you're doing!!!! So glad to hear you're able to keep liquids down!! :-h Best wishes, Darlene

Hey Kimmie, Been thinkin' about ya...... are you able to hold down liquids now? Are you still doing the teaspoon thing?? Sending you good thoughts!! > Darlene

OMG Dottie!!! =D> =D> =D> AWESOME!!

Good question, I'd like to know also????

Have shoulder pain off and on [surg. 3-25] Mine didn't get as bad as others described. No oxygen before surgery [unless after I went out] and don't remember getting any after.

Hang in there Kimmie and keep sipping! I can't imagine drinking by the teaspoon, but you gotaa do what you gotta do!! Did he say whether you should drink warm or cold? Warm works better for me. Sending good wishes and hugs your way....Darlene >

Hi Sphynxmomma, I was really worried when I first left Pa., but everything went great. The only minor problem I had was with the airline, not the OCC. My plane was diverted from San Diego to Los Angles due to fog. Then I had a 2.5hr bus trip back to San Diego. It sucked, but I called Rene from LA and told him the problem and he already knew! The driver met me 2 minutes after I arrived in SD!! My experience was awesome and I'd do it all over again!! =D> Darlene

Hey Bobbi...... I don't have that feeling... don't know what that could be??? I do have a bit of a sore throat in the mornings though. [i snore] so that's what I blame it on. Anybody else????

It seems I heard, many ,many years ago that she had died????? I also remember thinking that it had to have been from her weight.... so glad I was wrong!! You go LuLu!!! =D>

Hello Lynn, I know it's hard, but you'll do fine!! > I kept reminding myself that I'd be able to eat again and I needed to stay focused. I reminded myself that this is really a SHORT amount of time compared to all the years I spent fat, discusted and pretty much in hiding. I've never smoked, but I do consider myself addicted to food, so I can understand. Try to keep yourself busy.... you have less than a week!!! Best wishes, Darlene

Hello Christine, I weighed 214 when I started and I weighed 208 when I had my surgery. Dr. Miranda said that I did good, so that must have been enough. I'm 5' 5.5" I had no problems with my surgery and am doing well now. I know what you mean about the cravings, but it's worth it. Best wishes!! :-h Darlene

Thanks Clynn & Ms. Teacher! I took notice to the posture thing too..... I tend to slouch and it bothers me more when I do. I stand when I'm at work, so it won't be so bad. [i'm laid off till August] I'm trying to make myself sit up straighter though.

Thanks Ladies!! I was hoping that it wasn't anything serious. It's kinda dull ache and tugging feeling at the same time. Glad to hear it's normal though..... I've been being good about my diet. My belly likes the warm and hot stuff better, I've found. I tried a small amount of Cream of Wheat this morning and worked out well. I watered it down with warm skim milk and had no problems at all! I'll try the heating pad also...

Hello all, I was wondering if anyone else had this "feeling"? The best way I can describe it is a tugging or pulling feeling from inside. It doesn't hurt, just uncomfortable. It just started last evening.....????

Hey Hanna, How are you feeling?? I'm doing pretty good. I noticed that my belly likes warm or hot stuff better than cold. Gonna try to stick to that! I agree about the support here, I chose not to tell people about my surgery so I'm pretty much alone here. I only told my Hubby, 2 daughters and one friend. I did'nt want to hear any negative comments from people. Now I'm finding it very hard to keep my secret, I want to tell everyone! I told Hubby that I may come out with the truth to everyone soon. That makes me really appreciate the support here, no one else understands [or know's, in my case.] I AGREE, WE ARE GOING TO LOOK FANTABULOUS!! Shhhh!! Darlene

Hello Deons mom!! I was just banded on 3-25 by Dr. Ortiz in Mexico,,..... welcome to bandland!! :-h I'm new to forums too, not too good on the computer, but I'm learning quickly. Best wishes, Darlene

I think my turning point was watching my health starting to deteriorate as the pounds increased. My joints hurt, I got a touch of arthritis and my blood pressure was steadily increasing. I started researching Lapband about 1.5yrs ago and happened upon Dr. O's site. I read everything I could find about him. I knew quite a few years ago that I would not lose the weight and keep it off if I didn't have some kind of help. Yo-yo dieting all my life made me realize that this was more than just "over eating", I have a serious problem with food. I called Carolyn last year and wanted to set up the surgery, but could not come up with the money. I then decided that when we got our income tax this year, I was scheduling the surgery. I had to go to the ER one day because my leg was swollen and hot [thought I had a blood clot] and my pressure was 179\101. I had already had my surgery scheduled with Dr. O, but it made me realize "I could die from this"!! I want to see my girls get married and I want to have Grandchildren one day. I don't want to end up having a heart attack or stroke and then having my hubby or girls having to take care of me and wiping my butt. I think there's alot of reasons people turn to surgery for help..... I just know that I can't do it alone. Thanks to Dr. O I won't have to. I truely feel this is going to work for me, my life is changing as we speak!!! PS Michelle, you look FABULOUS!!!!!

Hey Kimmie, Wasn't the Lucerna beautiful?????? Actually, the whole area was beautiful!!

Hello Lynna, You'll do just fine on Sunday, don't worry!! I know that's easy to say, but it's true. Just listen to the Doc's and nurses.... walk, walk, walk and sip, sip, sip. I still have the gas pains in my shoulder off and on, but not bad. I feel sorry for alot of the ladies on here, they're really hurting. I'm sure you'll meet some other Lapbandsters while you're there to hang out with and\or shop with. I did and i had a really nice time. Best wishes and I'll be thinking about cha!! Darlene

HEY HANNA!!!!! [i'll quiet down now] LOL!!! Thanks for that, you gave me a chuckle! Darlene

Hello Kimmie!! I've taken notice that warm drinks feel better...... so glad you called!! #-o Take care, Darlene

Hello and welcome!! I was banded on 3-25 by Dr. Ortiz in Mexico and am doing really well!! Are you going to Dr. O? My start weight was 214lbs. and I'm 5' 5.5". I've lost 14lbs. total so far and am very happy! I truely feel this is going to work for me because there will be consequences to my actions. Congrats on graduating from nursing school!! =D> Best wishes, Darlene