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Topic: RE: New Support Group in Hastings
Hi Beth- Actually Cherilee is my first and middle names together. My parents and aunts always refer to me that way. Everyone else just calls me Cheri. I'll relay your message of help. I haven't been banded yet, I'm going to try going next year. I don't know of anyone else going, but I'll keep it in mind, so if anyone needs a ride. Thanks for your help.-Cheri
Lost 50# pre-op Start 318/Surgery268/Current 253/Goal 150
Topic: RE: New Support Group in Hastings
Cherilee, that's a neat first name. I am so glad Hastings has started a support group. If the group needs help or has question feel free to contact Mona, Scottsbluff, Jimmy or myself at the north platte group. we have a web site www.npwlssg.org it needs updated very badly but we cant seem to find help to update. Are you or anyone from east of NP going to Lincoln this coming weekend? We still have space available in our car.Beth
Topic: Hair Loss---HELP!
I am loosing hair like crazy! I am worried about getting bald..... Could someone give me some advice???? I am almost 4 months out of surgery. I began loosing hair about a month ago. It continues to get worse and worse. I am just washing my hair every other day. I have tried to go longer but my hair gets greasy!
Is there any speical shampoo that I need to be using??? Any special conditioner???
I would really appreciate any advice that you can give me...............
Is there any speical shampoo that I need to be using??? Any special conditioner???
I would really appreciate any advice that you can give me...............
Topic: RE: Penniculectomy ?
The wound vac changes are done Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. I was out of bed and walking around te day after the surgery and it is so much easier! I think that they removed about 60lbs from me. It's made a world of difference.
Topic: RE: Brenda is doing fine...
Hope you Daughter is healing and feeling lots better by now. I am sure her mother is giving her lots of TLC.
See you next week in Lincoln. I am still debating whether to go down on Friday night or getting up with the birds on Sat. morning. I know I will have to leave asap on Sat. as I have a wedding to go to at 7pm on Sat.
Barb
See you next week in Lincoln. I am still debating whether to go down on Friday night or getting up with the birds on Sat. morning. I know I will have to leave asap on Sat. as I have a wedding to go to at 7pm on Sat.
Barb
Topic: One year check up
I saw my surgeon Dr. White last week. He said I was right on track for my weight loss. I had hoped I would have lost more by now...........( 76 pounds since date of surgery and 86 pounds since the first visit with Dr. White and when he put me on the two week liquid diet) but patience has neve been a virtue with me.
The last time I had seen him he said my band had slipped a little and if it gave me problems he would take out all the fluid and let it "rest". My comment at the time was "over my dead body will you take out the restriction"
I made the mistake of telling him I have been having lots of acid reflux and my regular Dr. put me on some meds for it and it seemed to be helping. Dr. White told me to stop the meds and then he removed all the fluid from my band. He said the band was to tight.
Dr. White was right I have had no acid reflux and no vomiting since I left his office. For the first time in months I kept what I ate down. (I didn't tell him I was having problem keeping anything down that was not almost liquid.)
When I go back in a month he will start the fills again. I am so scared I will gain a ton of weight back.
The last time I had seen him he said my band had slipped a little and if it gave me problems he would take out all the fluid and let it "rest". My comment at the time was "over my dead body will you take out the restriction"
I made the mistake of telling him I have been having lots of acid reflux and my regular Dr. put me on some meds for it and it seemed to be helping. Dr. White told me to stop the meds and then he removed all the fluid from my band. He said the band was to tight.
Dr. White was right I have had no acid reflux and no vomiting since I left his office. For the first time in months I kept what I ate down. (I didn't tell him I was having problem keeping anything down that was not almost liquid.)
When I go back in a month he will start the fills again. I am so scared I will gain a ton of weight back.
Topic: RE: Penniculectomy ?
Hi MK;
I'm glad to hear you are doing so well. I finished my pre-op tests this week and am waiting to hear my surgery date for my Panniculectomy. You mentioned that the changes were painful. How often do they change ? How quickly were you able to get out of bed ? Is it easier to get around ? How much weight were they able to get off ? Thanks so much; it is great to talk with someone who has had the same procedure. God Bless ! Michael
I'm glad to hear you are doing so well. I finished my pre-op tests this week and am waiting to hear my surgery date for my Panniculectomy. You mentioned that the changes were painful. How often do they change ? How quickly were you able to get out of bed ? Is it easier to get around ? How much weight were they able to get off ? Thanks so much; it is great to talk with someone who has had the same procedure. God Bless ! Michael
Topic: New Support Group in Hastings
There is a new Lap Band Support Group in Hastings NE. They meet in the Mary Lanning Hospital Medical Services building. The meetings are monthly and the next one is Oct 27th 5:30-6:30. I am so excited to have one so close. I haven't had my surgery yet, but it is open to everyone, even if you are just thinking about having weight loss surgery.--Cherilee
Lost 50# pre-op Start 318/Surgery268/Current 253/Goal 150
Topic: October 18 Patient Reunion
Greetings,
Just a last reminder that the WLS reunion in Lincoln at Saint Elizabeth is drawing near. If you are interested in attending please register by calling 402-219-7000 or toll-free 800-278-7837. This is open to all patients regardless of where you had your procedure and when. I know some folks who are really struggling with regain that don't want to come because they are feeling disappointed in themselves. I really hope that if you are struggling you will take the step to spend the day with those that understand and can encourage you to take some little steps towards progress. If you have questions, feel free to give me a call at 402-219-7000. Registration closes today, however we will not turn anyone away....but do register asap so I have a count for lunch, etc. Take care.
Shelly Holman RN, CBN @ St. Elizabeth in Lincoln, Ne.
Just a last reminder that the WLS reunion in Lincoln at Saint Elizabeth is drawing near. If you are interested in attending please register by calling 402-219-7000 or toll-free 800-278-7837. This is open to all patients regardless of where you had your procedure and when. I know some folks who are really struggling with regain that don't want to come because they are feeling disappointed in themselves. I really hope that if you are struggling you will take the step to spend the day with those that understand and can encourage you to take some little steps towards progress. If you have questions, feel free to give me a call at 402-219-7000. Registration closes today, however we will not turn anyone away....but do register asap so I have a count for lunch, etc. Take care.
Shelly Holman RN, CBN @ St. Elizabeth in Lincoln, Ne.
Topic: RE: Brenda is doing fine...
JeanB
I have been thinking about you and DD. Haven't been able to get any puter time.I am so glad all went well. Looking so forward to seeing you next week-end, will your DD be coming too??
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