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Topic: RE: Elaine, are you home yet?
Hi Betty!
How did you make out with your fill yesterday? Who did you see? Anyone that is close to me? I'm in Annaheim, closest big centre would be either Humboldt or Saskatoon which is 1-1/2 hours from me? Just curious - If yours is closer than Saskatoon then maybe I will try them - I was thinking of Lorna King in Saskatoon. I know it may be early to think about a fill right now but I am a very organized person and would like to get allllll my ducks in a row.
Talk soon. Have a wonderful day.
Elaine
Topic: RE: Elaine, are you home yet?
Hi Elaine, I'm glad to hear you're home safe and sound even though it was a bit of an adventure. You must be a lot tougher than me, going back to work so soon! Take care of yourself, drink lots and walk as much as you can. I'm going for my second fill this afternoon, kind of nervous as he couldn't get into the port last time. Keep in touch.
Betty
Topic: RE: Elaine, are you home yet?
Hi Betty!
Yes I am home now. I came into Saskatoon on Sunday - and after two days of travelling - I am okay (thank God). My surgery was delayed a day because the bands did not come in on time. They were delayed at the border in Mexico City because of a bank robber that had stolen $25 million and they closed all borders for anything coming or going into Mexico. So travelling two days directly after surgery was not something I had planned but what can you do? I am extremely sore in the abdomen area on the left and find it really difficult getting up from a sitting position. I am hoping that with time - it will get better and better. I am at work today and so far starting to tire by the afternoon. I think maybe I will go home a little early. Thanks for caring Betty! How are you doing?
Elaine
Topic: Elaine, are you home yet?
Hi Elaine, just wanted to check with you to see if you're home and how everything went. I hope you're doing well. Keep in touch. Betty
Topic: RE: Getting Going .. best advice?
Hi Elaine Just wanted to wish you all the best next week I Know you will be so happy when it is all done & over with. On the night before surgery Dr. Kuri will suggest you go out & eat what ever you want, ask him where the seafood place is. It is quite a hike up a steep hill from the hospital but it is so worth it. They have everything there not just seafood & it is a family setting. If you hubby is going with you let him know the food in the hotel is good as well & reasonable, that's where my husband ate. We wish you all the best & enjoy the trip. If you get a chance during the day catch a cab & go to Revolution Ave. That is where all the bartering(spelling) goes on & you can get some super deals..Enjoy! Keep in touch.
Penny
Topic: RE: Getting Going .. best advice?
Elaine,
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Wow next week and Mexico ... I hope all goes well for you! That step seems so far away for me right now .. but I do want to start ..even if it is just preparing myself for best outcome possible. Please let me know how your procedure goes .. and how you find the pre op experience. Best wishes
Jackie
Topic: RE: Getting Going .. best advice?
Hi Tanya! Thanks for the advice .... I have just had a consult with my family doctor .. so I am waiting to hear now who I will be working with .. she mentioned a couple of names .. but nothing is set ..... yet. I am thinking I will likely have the bypass surgery .. from what I have read (pending what the surgeon feels is best). I have read that many are asked to lose weight prior to surgery ... as you said for better results and less risk. Sounds like you have done very well at your goals thus far. I was reading about some diferent formula's (diet plans) so I was just curious what people were doing here to get ready. Please keep in touch!
Jackie
Topic: RE: Getting Going .. best advice?
Hi Jackie,
What kind of surgery are you having? What are your stats? Where are you referred to? I can tell you that any doctor that is any good is going to tell you to loose weight because the less you weigh before surgery, the healthier you will be and less risk you are during surgery for complications and some people have a 'fattier' liver and loosing just 10% of your weight will help this significantly. Plus, the lower your weight is to start, the less you have to do after and the greater your sucess because these surgeries are only tools and most people loose 50-80% of their excess weight.
My dietician and team had very strict plans. I had to follow the Canada food guide and keep daily journals and wear a pedomoeter and aim for 10,000 steps a day. I lost 40 pounds in 4 months. I was really motivated because i wanted this surgery bad! Hope this helps, let me know if I can be of further assistance!
Tanya
Topic: AN INVITATION TO THE GLBT BOARD
Hello
I am inviting ANY gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered members or supporters to a specific "MESSAGE BOARD" for our community. Since posting the first invitation several longtime OH members who where not aware of this board have started to post.
This is the direct link to the message board.
http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/gay_lesbian_bisexual_trans gender/posts.html
Thank You........Sean
Topic: RE: Getting Going .. best advice?
Hi Jackie!
Best of luck with your referrals and such.
I am scheduled to have LapBand surgery next Thursday, November 8th in Mexico.
I have been on the Dr. Atkins diet for the past week (induction phase-for 2 weeks) I have lost 10 pounds so far and it is really easy to stick to. I am doing it because I have to shrink my liver before surgery (easier for the surgeon to do his job). When I return from Mexico I plan on staying on the Atkins diet to help with the weight loss. I find it really easy and quite effective.
I hope I have answered your question. But if not - good luck in your quest for more information.
Elaine
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