http://www.lapbandtalk.com/ Lap Band Talk Forum - The largest forum for Lap Band Surgery Discussion and Lap Band Procedure Support en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:31:17 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/images/styles/lapband/misc/rss.jpg http://www.lapbandtalk.com/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f15/2-year-bandaversary-105858-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:59:41 GMT Well friends, yesterday was my 2 year bandaversary.:thumbup: It's still hard to beleive. while I haven't reached goal. I have lost about 70% of my weight. I had a couple set backs, and had to start over again at one point, but I never gave up. :unsure: It's been the VERY BEST thing I've ever done just for me. I'm off almost all the medications I was taking. I'm active again. Have my self esteem back. My marriage is good. I have energy. I enjoy shoppiing again. It's all been good. My best advice? Don't ever give up. I'm delighted to have made it this far. :thumbup: ]]> General Lap-Band Support aubrie http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f15/2-year-bandaversary-105858/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f86/democrats-propose-botax-middle-class-american-health-beauty-press-relea-105857-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:12:51 GMT
American Health and Beauty (press release)

Democrats Propose BOTAX on the Middle Class
American Health and Beauty (press release)
Allergan, the makers of Botox, Juvederm and Latisse, also make Restasis(TM) - a treatment for chronic dry eyes, and the LAP-BAND(R) Adjustable Gastric ...

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More... ]]> Lap-Band in the News alex http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f86/democrats-propose-botax-middle-class-american-health-beauty-press-relea-105857/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f86/out-about-ocean-city-today-105856-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:12:51 GMT *Out & About* (http://news.google.com/news/url?fd=R&sa=T&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.oceancitytoday.net%2Fnews%2F2009%2F1120%2Fout_and_about%2F&usg=AFQjCNGh32OslHzHDL8Duy_bwhi7gMHkLw) *Ocean City Today* *LAP-BAND* SEMINAR â?? Atlantic General Hospital, conference...]]>

Out & About
Ocean City Today
LAP-BAND SEMINAR â?? Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 2, 9733 Healthway Drive in Berlin, 6-7 pm Surgeon Alae Zarif, MD, will discuss benefits of the ...

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More... ]]> Lap-Band in the News alex http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f86/out-about-ocean-city-today-105856/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/surgery-11-30-09-very-nervous-105855-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:33:21 GMT i am very nervous, don't know what to xpect. i would love to have a buddy. Anyone that can help put at ease and to walk me through the process. I want to be as successfull as everyone here.

thanks.:confused: ]]> Lap Band Buddies / Mentors (NEW!) xpress1026 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/surgery-11-30-09-very-nervous-105855/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f17/oprah-band-105854-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:20:21 GMT Did you ever think about whether Oprah ever considered the band? I know that it is a very personal decision but....
With all the diets and weight loss approaches that she has been on, it is surprising that she hasn't gotten the band.

I am seeing alot more press or speculation that celebs are getting banded (and not all had a 35 BMI and above).

She just impresses me as the type of person who would explore all types of options available. ]]> General Lap-Band Surgery Discussion Patterba http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f17/oprah-band-105854/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f8/does-medicaid-pay-100-a-105853-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:20:17 GMT ok i know medicaid cover my surgery and all my appointments except the nutritionist but do they pay 100 percent of it all only some of it? ok i know medicaid cover my surgery and all my appointments except the nutritionist but do they pay 100 percent of it all only some of it? ]]> nightgangl7 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f8/does-medicaid-pay-100-a-105853/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f178/some-may-find-beneficial-105852-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:09:39 GMT Some may find this beneficial... I attended a monthly support meeting/dinner hosted by my Dr last night. This was a very nice affair w/cooking demonstration by the general practioner in his ofice - the food he prepared was both delicious and healthy. *The benefit...* I spoke with both my Dr... Some may find this beneficial... I attended a monthly support meeting/dinner hosted by my Dr last night. This was a very nice affair w/cooking demonstration by the general practioner in his ofice - the food he prepared was both delicious and healthy.

The benefit... I spoke with both my Dr and the Dietician - bascially complaining (in a nice way) that I hadn't lost an ounce w/n the past 3 weeks. I recently had a fill (last Tuesday), I'm at 6.2ml(cc's) and don't have any restriction. So, I informed my Doc that instead of returning in 8 wks (his normal schedule), I would see him in 4-6 wks. He didn't argue, just said I'll see you then.

Then I spoke with the dietician at length about not feeling restriction and the holding patern I'm currently in. Her suggestion to me was to chew normally, don't chew until the food is mush/liquid... she went on to explain that chewing my food normally would make certain that the food stayed w/n the bad and guarantee that I feel full. She said that chewing as we're all told aids the food in slipping through the pouch and into the stomach - the same premise as slidder foods. This is the first day that I've tried this and so far so good.

I actually feel full (not stuck) and very comfortable. I was also told to increase my water intake (which I know is one of my problems) I didn't think of it before, but as the dietician explained that we really need to drink water to help flush the protein through our system.

I'm sure that many of you know all this already; for the few of you like me who didn't - I hope you find this beneficial. ]]> Cherishthepast http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f178/some-may-find-beneficial-105852/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f178/i-type-105851-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:06:37 GMT ....the rest of my company is in the conference room having a freaking pizza party (and yes, I'm having a mini-pity party)! Luckily, I brought yummy lunch (salsa chicken and some green beans--left over from last night). Pizza is like my favorite thing ever (and not saying I'll never have it again), but I think it would be bad to try it now, as I'm still on soft and I have been STALLED for 2 weeks with the weight loss!!

Anyway, needed to vent. I miss pizza!!! ]]> juliansmom2003 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f178/i-type-105851/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f178/100-days-weight-loss-105850-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:50:42 GMT Has everyone worked through or read the book 100 Days of Weight Loss by Linda Spangle? It is a book and workbook that is supposed to work although with any diet. I am planning on ordering the book and was wondering if anyone had comments on it. Thanks much! Has everyone worked through or read the book 100 Days of Weight Loss by Linda Spangle? It is a book and workbook that is supposed to work although with any diet. I am planning on ordering the book and was wondering if anyone had comments on it.
Thanks much! ]]> VLOslund http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f178/100-days-weight-loss-105850/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f86/surgery-helping-billings-residents-shed-pounds-montanas-news-station-105849-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:40:05 GMT *Surgery helping Billings residents shed pounds* (http://news.google.com/news/url?fd=R&sa=T&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.montanasnewsstation.com%2FGlobal%2Fstory.asp%3FS%3D11545454&usg=AFQjCNGQYVMFvQQT7Ouk4u2BJVdOAWspOg) *Montana's News Station* Some of the people...]]>

Surgery helping Billings residents shed pounds
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Some of the people who've tried and failed repeatedly to lose weight and keep it off in Billings are now turning to lap band surgery. ...




More... ]]> Lap-Band in the News alex http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f86/surgery-helping-billings-residents-shed-pounds-montanas-news-station-105849/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f84/suggested-weightloss-goal-pre-op-105848-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:37:43 GMT I weighed in at my heaviest, 281.2 at my pre-op the other day. I'm 5"4 and 50 years old. the weight/BMI charts always say that i should weigh about 145 at the most. However the dietician said that I should aim for 190 for the time being and then go from there, maybe to 157 or so. I'm not hung up on a particular number, I just want to feel and be healthy and eneregetic, a normal size, and able to look at myself in the mirror without wanting to cry.
I'm just curious as to what other people were told. ]]> Su59 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f84/suggested-weightloss-goal-pre-op-105848/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f84/couldnt-drink-105847-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:23:33 GMT So, I went for my pre-op yesterday and the aftercare nurse brought up something that I had not heard much about. She said that rarely some patients cannot drink after surgery and have to come in daily for fluids, or worst case scenario, be admitted. She said, and the doctor confirmed, that this is... So, I went for my pre-op yesterday and the aftercare nurse brought up something that I had not heard much about. She said that rarely some patients cannot drink after surgery and have to come in daily for fluids, or worst case scenario, be admitted. She said, and the doctor confirmed, that this is due to greater than normal swelling in the esophagus. :w00t: Have any of you experienced this and if so, how long did it last? ]]> laughnleo http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f84/couldnt-drink-105847/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f178/my-update-after-doc-visit-post-op-105846-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:07:41 GMT Hi my wonderful support! Just to refresh....surgery on 11/12, problem getting liquids down, dehydrated, vomiting 1X, and nausea. I saw the surgeon this morning. I was down 13lbs from last Thursday and he was concerned. After talking and really listening to me, he thought what might be happening is... Hi my wonderful support! Just to refresh....surgery on 11/12, problem getting liquids down, dehydrated, vomiting 1X, and nausea.
I saw the surgeon this morning. I was down 13lbs from last Thursday and he was concerned. After talking and really listening to me, he thought what might be happening is that I had a gas bubble stuck in my band!
He goes to my port and sure enough......1/2cc of saline AND 1cc of air!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Almost instant relief when it was removed. The nurse brought me a cup of water and i had more drank in 5 minutes than I was able to get down all morning long! I AM SOOOOO HAPPY!
He also sent me for bloodwork to see how low my electrolytes were and if he needed to admit me back into hospital for dehydration. I am confident now, that won't be necessary. Thank you all for youe suggestions and support ]]> steelergirl http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f178/my-update-after-doc-visit-post-op-105846/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f178/how-much-fluid-did-you-get-you-first-fill-105845-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:03:59 GMT I was banded 10/14/09 and I have a 10 cc lap band. I got my first fill of 4 ccs yesterday. My question is...how many ccs does it take (I know everyone is different) did it take to get you to your "sweet spot"?

I am hoping to get some restriction and start putting this baby to work! I only lost 1 pound since 2 weeks ago at my doctor. ]]> okiegirl79 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f178/how-much-fluid-did-you-get-you-first-fill-105845/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f18/omg-iive-been-banded-week-today-105844-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:02:01 GMT 11.13.2009 WAS MY NEW BEGiNiNG. i HAD My P0ST 0P APP0iNTMENT THiS M0RNiNG. My PRE OP WEiGHT WAS 334. MY WEiGHT 0N T0DAy WAS 313. :-) 21 P0UNDs iN 7 DAyS. YAy ME! THE WEEK HAS BEEN KiNDA ROUGH. FROM GAS PAiNS TO UNCOMFORTABLE SLEEPiNG. EVERY DAy iT GETS BETTER, & iM HAPPy. My SURGEON SAiD iM HEALiNG FiNE & TO START MUSHiES 0N MONDAy. ANY 1 WiTH "MUSHy FOOD" iDEAS PLEASE HELP. LOL. K. THANKS AGAiN FOR EVERyONES SUPPORT. ]]> Introductions Ready4-a-new-me http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f18/omg-iive-been-banded-week-today-105844/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f64/waco-banders-105843-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:16:20 GMT hi im looking for a support group in waco. if you live in waco and attend a support group please give me the details. if there are none we should really get one going. hi

im looking for a support group in waco. if you live in waco and attend a support group please give me the details.

if there are none we should really get one going. ]]> Texas Local Lap-Band Support daqui26 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f64/waco-banders-105843/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f286/100-pounds-down-never-going-back-again-105842-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:05:46 GMT I'm 9 days shy of my 10-month bandiversary, and at my weekly weigh-in this morning, the scale said 190. That's 101 pounds gone--so excited!

This has been such an amazing journey, and I am grateful to everyone in my life, including all the wonderful people on this forum, for so much support and encouragement along the way. I couldn't have made it this far without you!

Val ]]> Lap-Band Success Stories ValJean http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f286/100-pounds-down-never-going-back-again-105842/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f18163/stoma-size-very-interesting-105841-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:45:54 GMT At my last support group, my PA showed me a rubber replica of a band that was at approximately 80% restriction. It was amazing to see how small the little hole was for the food to go through! :ohmy: I could just get the tip of my pinkie finger into it. Take a second to look down at the top of... At my last support group, my PA showed me a rubber replica of a band that was at approximately 80% restriction. It was amazing to see how small the little hole was for the food to go through! :ohmy: I could just get the tip of my pinkie finger into it.

Take a second to look down at the top of your pinkie (or, men, look at an average woman's pinkie finger) and see how small the circumference is. That is how much room there is for food to pass through your top pouch to your bottom stomach. No wonder food gets stuck so easily!! :cool:

And the height of the band was probably just shy of an inch long, so that means the whole stoma is this very tiny narrow tube that can so easily get plugged up with a bite or two of chicken and other problem foods.

It was very enlightening... more so than just seeing a band wrapped around a stomach, like the doc showed me before I had surgery.

Made me realize that I need to cut my food even smaller and chew even more! :rolleyes: ]]> May 09 Bandsters SpideyMom http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f18163/stoma-size-very-interesting-105841/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f178/november-09-knockouts-check-here-post-surgery-105840-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:25:31 GMT For the past 2 months, we've spent lots of time in the "pre-op" forum.... but we're all quickly moving into the post op category - YAY US!

Check in here and let everyone know how you are doing! :) ]]> counselor-is-in http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f178/november-09-knockouts-check-here-post-surgery-105840/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f12/plastic-surgery-paducah-ky-105839-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:03:39 GMT Hey all ya happy thin ppl! I am going to complete this journey I have been on to Thin Land with some Plastic surgery! Can't wait! Just wondering if anyone has had any PS done in Paducah KY? I am going to have a body lift, breast lift, and my arms done! Be ready for summer! whoo hoo! Also, wondering about how some of you healed up and how long it tooK! Hope everyone is having a great day! ]]> Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery kydime http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f12/plastic-surgery-paducah-ky-105839/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f8/aetna-help-105838-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:58:04 GMT My doctor does not know how to evidence the years of obesity. Please help! What does the insurance require? Is there a particular format? Does anyone have sample templates? My doctor does not know how to evidence the years of obesity. Please help! What does the insurance require? Is there a particular format? Does anyone have sample templates? ]]> ocharles http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f8/aetna-help-105838/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f84/clarification-please-105837-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:44:12 GMT before ur surgery during ur pre-op liquid diet were u on clear liquids only '(chicken or beef broth, crystal light, sugar free popcycles etc) only or did u have the protein shakes of any kind 2 replace a meal? ]]> dowhatitdo1 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f84/clarification-please-105837/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f18/new-site-105836-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:39:48 GMT Hello everyone,
I'm new to the site and I'm patiently, well not so patiently, awaiting my insurance approval. I've been through the 6 months of medically supervised weight loss, had my psych evaluation, been to the nutritionist and all that jazz. My Dr has sent everything to the insurance and it's been about a week. Anyone know how long it takes for the review process? ]]> Introductions kimmi0919 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f18/new-site-105836/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f178/im-overweight-woohoo-105835-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:34:20 GMT My BMI is now 30.1 vs 38.7 when I started. I'm now just overweight vs severely obese or just obese!!! ]]> carbgrl http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f178/im-overweight-woohoo-105835/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f18163/my-band-too-tight-105834-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:34:08 GMT Last month I was supposed to go from 8cc-9cc in my band. There were problems and I went home with only 6cc in my band. I had a fill on Tuesday and I convinced them to put me up to 9cc. When I drink fluids, I feel them sit in my pouch and then go down after few seconds. I also feel little bubbles in... Last month I was supposed to go from 8cc-9cc in my band. There were problems and I went home with only 6cc in my band. I had a fill on Tuesday and I convinced them to put me up to 9cc. When I drink fluids, I feel them sit in my pouch and then go down after few seconds. I also feel little bubbles in my puch as the liquid goes down. I'm kind of worried about moving on to solids. I haven't been impressed with my band, so far. I am only 20 lbs down since surgery and have been gaining and losing the same 5 lbs. I also can't believe the difference between 8cc and 9cc in my band. You wouldn't think 1 cc would make that much difference. I am just so desperate to get to my sweet spot and get this band working.
Danielle ]]> May 09 Bandsters Dani257969 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f18163/my-band-too-tight-105834/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f84/time-off-work-recovery-105833-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:33:55 GMT I am having my surgery on Dec 3rd. I have taken off 7 days for recovery. Will this be enough time? I am a nurse, but I work in a doctor's office. No lifting is required. ]]> oceancity4me http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f84/time-off-work-recovery-105833/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f17/frustrated-1-2lb-weight-loss-rate-105832-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:03:41 GMT I know that losing 1-2lbs a week, which is what I've been maintaining for the last 4 weeks, is what is considered "safe" weight loss, but I find myself getting frustrated with this rate.

Am I just being impatient, and should just chill out, or after going through this process am I justified in wanting faster weight loss?

Thanks.

Mike. ]]> General Lap-Band Surgery Discussion gnortenjones http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f17/frustrated-1-2lb-weight-loss-rate-105832/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f18/hello-105831-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:33:13 GMT Hi!
So to be perfectly honest, I've lurked on this forum a little when I've been unable to work out what the hell is going on with my band at a couple of stages, but never registered until now. There's loads of useful info on here, it's great!
Anyway, come December I'll have been banded 3 years, and despite amazingly supportive family and friends, its a little different talking to people who actually went through it as well, I think, so here I am. Trying to get back to my goal weight for the second time (first time was slightly overfilled, got heartburn and had a deflation, then put on weight again, go figure). :) ]]> Introductions PaleoKris http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f18/hello-105831/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f17/what-does-feel-like-when-your-food-gets-stuck-105830-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:50:58 GMT hi i havent had the lapband yet but i am wondering what it feels like when you get food stuck , can you drink when food gets stuck? hi i havent had the lapband yet but i am wondering what it feels like when you get food stuck , can you drink when food gets stuck? ]]> General Lap-Band Surgery Discussion nightgangl7 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f17/what-does-feel-like-when-your-food-gets-stuck-105830/ http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f178/had-my-first-overeating-episode-tonight-ouch-105829-new/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:32:54 GMT I don't think it was really overeating, I think it was what I ate.
I had a fill of 2 cc (total of 4 now) last Thursday but I am still starving. I have been able to eat whatever I want but have tried to watch. I had some salsa and tostitos last night without a problem
Tonight I had fish with orange ginger marinade (Aldi's $.98 for a single serving) and some canned peas (my favorite veggetable). The pea skins were kind of crunchy, not soft like the kind I usually buy.
I had almost finished the fish and took a forkful of the peas. On the 2nd forkful the pain began. I was able to drink some water without a problem so I am not sure if it was stuck or what.
I started to sweat. Took a walk which usually helps if I swallow something I haven't chewed right and it seemed to get worse. Tried to lie down and it got even worse.
Chewed 2 papaya enzyme tabs and began burping. After about 1 hour I felt better but I was exhausted. I fell asleep for almost 2 hours and now feel better.
I don't want to ever feel that pain again, the gas pain was bad but this was 100% worse. ]]> Mickey527 http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f178/had-my-first-overeating-episode-tonight-ouch-105829/