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Two Weeks Post Op
I had my two week checkup with my doctor. I am down 25 pounds, am off all of my medications (high blood pressure and cholesterol), and beginning to feel much better. I talked to the doctor about how slowly the weight seems to be coming off. I found out that I am exactly where I should be. Apparently when you have the lap band removed the gastritis causes a slow down on the weight loss until it clears up. I was pleased to hear that! I have been cleared to work out on my elliptical (no incline, but at least working out). I live in Texas and it has been too hot to take walks outside for the last couple of weeks. I walk laps inside at work, but I don't like to distract my co-workers so I have kept it at a minimum. I have no pain from any of the incisions and everything has healed nicely. I figure if I continue to lose 3 pounds a week I will be down another 63 pounds by Christmas-or a total of 88 pounds. I cannot wait-I am so tired of being overweight. This has been a wonderful decision.
One Week Post Op
Well I am one week out. Last week was not as bad as I expected. I was in pain, but it was managed very well with my meds. I am back at work this week and have heard several comments that I already look thinner. I am sure that is not true-but it sure felt great to hear! I am down 21.6 since I started my pre-op diet on July 6th. I am a little concerned that I only lost 3.8 pounds last week. I am hoping that is because my body was a little scared after the trauma-ha! I will get some pictures loaded for my pre-surgery and post-surgery soon. Thanks for everyone's support!
A little nervous about my surgery date (coming up...
A little nervous about my surgery date (coming up in 4 days). I am please to say that I have lost 16 pounds in the last 10 days on my pre-op diet. That is very encouraging. I have been overweight from the time I had my first son at 19. He is now 23 and I have to get my weight under control. I want to get off of my cholesterol and high blood pressure medications. I want a healthy, happy life with my wonderful husband, kids, and grandchildren! I had the lap band done in 2005 with very little results, and many complications. I am having the lap band removed and have opted for the sleeve.
Provider Review
Dr. Chad Carlton
So far Dr. Carlton has been amazing. I had an EGD back in June to make sure there were no issues with my current lap band. He was wonderful both at the procedure and at the post procedure appointment. I know that I am in good hands!