Hey 50 & over gang We have a new spot

Hi everyone, I went to see my Dr today. I been having problems with my feet legs and feet swelling and feel really bloated lately not to mention I have fallen down a few weeks ago. I went in and got my blood pressure pills lowered. I am on hydrochlorthiziade it doesn seem to work. I went all the way to Boise to have an adjustment. I gained 5 lbs back. My surgeon said it could be water retention. That maybe the pills aren't working for me. I would like to know if anyone out there has ever gained weight? Please help. I feel just like crying!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!. Depressed

Hi everyone,

I had my first consult with my dr. and my psych. eval. today. I really feel good about this surgery. He answered all my questions and never once appeared like he was in a hurry. I go next Tuesday to go over the results of my psych. eval. I have my Behavioral Health class on the 23rd. and they are to call me by the end of this week with a date for my Dietary and Exercise Rehab. consult. When this is completed they will set a date for my second consult with my dr. and then will set the surgery date. It seems to be moving very quickly now. The coordinator said my surgery will most likely be in July! Woo Hoo... There is even a possibilty of starting a once a month support group in my area. The LCSW said she has at least 10 coming in for fills from my home area and she is going to send out letters to see if they are interested. If so, I would not have to do a two hour round trip once a month. I am getting closer to joining everyone on the loser's bench. Have a nice evening.

Sharon
What are you eating - are you getting any exercise. Yes people have gained - but it's usually due to poor food choices.

Hey Bev - Congrats - I was banded in July - it's a good month for banding

I went to the meeting on 5/14. I got weigh in on 5/20 and dropped off my application. I couldn't wait any longer. I called the doctor's office. They said I was excepted . The nurse informed me that they sent a letter yesterday. The letter will tell me what to do next. I hope it is in the mailbox today. I am so excited. Is this how it is usually done? If so, what does the letter say? My mail doesn't come in until 6:00PM. This is going to be the longest 3 hours. I don't even what to think about the letter not being delivered today.

No different Dr.s must do it differently. No letters here. Mine required you go to one of his seminars first which I did on 4/26, then I made a consult appt on 5/14, got all my pre op testing done, and having surgery tomorrow!! Just had my pre op today.

Congratulations!!! You must be soooo excited. I am sure a little nervous too. Tomorrow is the start of the new YOU. I can't not wait. I live in New Hampshire. I will be asking you lots of questions. LOL Please post to let us know how the surgery went. I am so excited for you!!!!

Prayers for a safe surgery and speed recovery - Let us know how you are doing when you feel up to it..

You will be a new person day after tomorrow :0)

HALLELUJAH! I have a surgery date.....July 9th. Dr. Garth Davis will be banding me. Now I have to go in for pre-op and pick up a two week liquid diet. I am so excited to start this journey. I went to my orthopedic surgeon today to see if I could get a cortisone injection in my back before surgery. He said no. It would compromise my immune system. A disc in my lower back does not have any cushion, but he said as I lose weight and strengthen my core muscles my back pain should improve. This surgery is all about my health. It is not just my back....it is sleep apnea, gerd, feet problems. I am ready for a NEW ME! Thanks to all of you...... I now feel more confident in my decision.

[quote=Charlene K;869406]HALLELUJAH! I have a surgery date.....July 9th. Dr. Garth Davis will be banding me. Now I have to go in for pre-op and pick up a two week liquid diet. I am so excited to start this journey. I went to my orthopedic surgeon today to see if I could get a cortisone injection in my back before surgery. He said no. It would compromise my immune system. A disc in my lower back does not have any cushion, but he said as I lose weight and strengthen my core muscles my back pain should improve. This surgery is all about my health. It is not just my back....it is sleep apnea, gerd, feet problems. I am ready for a NEW ME! Thanks to all of you...... I now feel more confident in my decision.


CONGRATULATIONS CHARLENE
I remember the day I got my date - I wanted to shout it from the roof tops...

Are you going to be one of his t.v. people - are they as nice as they seem on TV ??? Well the shrink lady I don't care for she sorta gets on my nerves

I am so happy for you

No, I won't be on tv....I not one of the unique cases. Dr. Davis is as nice in person as on TV. He really has a passion to help those with obesity. The psychologist is really sweet. She gave me her email address and said to contact her anytime I had a question. She did say that I must stay in a support group or I WOULD have a relapse. I believe her. My son lost 120 lbs two years ago with a lap band and then did not get a fill for six months or more. He has gained 40lbs. So, like they say, it is just a TOOL. I plan to have y'all as a support group and stay in a group at Methodist Weight Management.

Thats good to hear - I think she comes off sort of snippy on tv sometimes.

Yep I think it's all about the support and accountability to others - I know that alot of my Lucky #7 don't post anymore and when they do they say they have been off track..

LBT is my transfer addiction - so i am alway here - too much sometimes :o)..

Yep - tool only the work is up to you... My doc thinks thats why I have done so good is that I am using my tool and making this a lifetime lifestyle change.

My xdh came by today - told me I was too skinny I said how in the hell is 153 too skinny I'm short 5'4 - he said you look like you weigh 120.. Love my xdh today

Oh,those days of being 150.....let me see....1985....Yes, those were the days and I will have those days again. I admire you. Don't quit posting. We all need you! When I start my liquid diet I will figure out the ticker thingy. I have more to lose than you did. My husband and I have booked a cruise in April '09 . We are going to cruise the Hawaiian Islands for our 40th aniversary. I would love to lose at least 75lbs by then. We started our life together in Hawaii and I weighed 117 in 1969. I think my leg weighs 117now....lol. Anyway, I have a goal to shoot for and I will try to accomplish it.

Thanks, Janet!!! I was just thinking tomorrow at this time I might be at home and a couch potato already!! I hope so!

Charlene, Glad to hear the shrink on that tv show is a nice person. Will you have both Davis' in your surgery or just the one?

I don't know. I have only seen Dr Garth. I would think it would be him and one of the other doctors on his team. I know of two other doctors that work with them. He is the only bariatric doctor I have been to, but they have a huge practice. I went to a seminar in January where there were at least 100 people. Then after the seminar I signed up for nutrition classes which I completed on April 28. I had been waiting for approval till yesterday. Today I got a surgery date. It's all good now!

Hi,

Just a quick question. What TV show are you watching with Dr. Davis? Does it come on satellite? I would like to see it. Thanks.