LAPBAND SURGERY BEFORE AND AFTER

[Wendyjo123]

You are such a beautiful woman, heavy or skinny...I am just amazed by your bravery...the fact that you can be so real and down to earth..Thanks for sharing your experience.

[itzbabyphat921]

I just wanted to let you know that you were right I did have to jump through some hoops but I got my approval, I seen that I wrote to you 2 years ago, I completely forgot but when I clicked your video today I seen that It was 2 yrs ago and I didnt give up Im watching your videos again becuase Im actually going for lap band and its been 2 years of hoops!

[SherryLuka]

Yes seems , Like only yesterday! Good luck on your journey!

[latinasallie1]

i had my surgery there too!! i know that room perfectly!! Dr, ortiz and the nurse is Carmelita!!

[gearmover]

what kind of surgery did you have

[thesmiths1013]

I am thinking about doing this as well, I go Sat for a seminar

[punkkkkin]

I'm glad I found your video. I'm scheduled for a consultation. I'm just so scared.

[rosehipsforu]

Dont be sorry for one second. That was very brave.

[SherryLuka]

Thanks! :)

[itzbabyphat921]

i really want lap band , iam having trouble with my insurance approving, such a discouragment

[SherryLuka]

I am sorry to hear that, I understand that if you jump through all their hoops you can actually get an approval.

[Katiedittz]

wow good coverage... I am guessing that is the OCC that is were I am going to get my surgery done.. it was really interesting seeing this.. so I can kind of know what to expect. Hope your doing well

[SherryLuka]

Great! I am glad I could help, That Is the clinic that you will go to! I think I maybe filmed too much.:) If I can provide you any additional information please let me know.

[LapBandDiva]

Good Coverage Sherry.....wow what memories! I remember that place like it was yesterday!

Lady Monet

[SherryLuka]

Crazy Huh!?

[kysweetmnm]

Yeah the gas is awful. Mine stayed in my chest. IDK if it was because my port is under my breast bone or what. but gas is the worst part. you look good girl!

[SherryLuka]

I am still with a bunch of Gas! Its making my back hurt now, not too bad, just constant pressure. Thanks for watching maybe this will pass by weeks end. :) Bye

[weealia]

Ahh Sherry - what a great video!!! The hospital looks really nice and clean. You are so alert after the op!!! The scare look great too.... The start of your new life - woo hoo!!!!

[SherryLuka]

Thanks Angela, Hopefully the weight will start falling off!

[ladyblue3]

Hey, I'm glad you're surgery went well. I hope you have a speedy recovery and get to spend lots of time resting and recuperating.

[SherryLuka]

No rest for the wicked, I have to work a little bit on Monday, But I plan to come home and crash after that. Thanks for watching!

[mia2292]

I am amazed at how great you are doing! I am so excited for you! Thanks for sharing the video.

[SherryLuka]

Thanks you Mia! I got your OOVOO message, Lets chat!

[DirtySloppyHippy]

Glad you made it through it strong! Great video, wardrobe malfunction, hehe. Take care.

[SherryLuka]

Sorry About that, Drugs and Video do not mix. Have a good one!

[msarcomere]

Feel better!!

[SherryLuka]

Thank you so much, Everyday I feel stronger! :)

[Fabydee]

Hey Sherry welcome to the loser's bench! What a trooper you are, you did great & alone to boot. Big pat on the back for you... Fab

[SherryLuka]

Thanks Fab- Having you guys cheer me on was really the only way I was able to manage! Thanks for your support!

[allforliving]

Girl I feel like we were all there with you! I just can't believe you went by yourself! You are so so brave! I'll have to go back and watch some of your earlier videos to see why you chose Mexico. I know a lot of people are going there for their surgeries. You really looked great to have just had your surgery! So glad for you!

[SherryLuka]

I was self pay and Mexico was really my only option. I really liked Dr Ortiz and I believe I will get my dental and plastics done there as well.

[cosmobud]

So glad to see your doing well:)Well wishes!

[SherryLuka]

Thanks Todd!

[poorannette]

You look GREAT considering what you just went through and brave being by yourself. Do you understand what any of the staff were saying? That along would be rough to deal with. Take care. Annette

[SherryLuka]

I had no idea what there were saying to me, but they were kind and gentle and reassured me when they could. The doctors all spoke English along with most of the secretary staff. The nurses and other support staff spoke only broken English. I live in Texas, so I was not too far removed....

[virginiann1975]

Welcome to the losing side and don't even give it a thought about wanting to see your battle wounds we all did that! You are doing so well and getting around very well. I'm looking forward to following your journey! Thank you for sharing this video with the community.

[SherryLuka]

Thank you Virginia, To be honest I would have lost it a month ago if it were not for the WLS community support. Thank you!

[septembergirl54]

You seem to be doing so well. Please don't stress about tummy, tata shot. i would have not even noticed if not for the sorries all over the screen. You look great. Take care, vanessa

[SherryLuka]

I just didn't want to offend...Thanks!

[SherryLuka]

Thanks Marcie, I am a little embarrassed about wanted to see my scars so soon, my apologies!

[OMCV04]

I can't believe how great you look!

[newlife4me73]

Welcome to the losers bench and glad to see you doing well!!

[SherryLuka]

Thanks Angela, I am really sorry about shot right after I woke up, I was not in the clearest state of mind. LETS LOOSE WEIGHT, GO FIGHT WIN!

[newlife4me73]

Hey, I showed my big, bruised belly too! We have to show the pre-ops what they are getting into so they can make informed decisions. You were very brave to bare it for all to see. I know we will be winners!!

[SherryLuka]

Well it wasn't my Belly I was worried about, I typically do not flash my ta-tas. And I hope I do not offend anyone! But yes Pre-Oppers need to know

[newlife4me73]

LOL! I really didn't even notice...I was amazed at how good your incisions look compared to mine. I bruised a lot and they are very noticable. :(

[SherryLuka]

Im sorry to hear that. And I am only 1 day out, who knows what I will see in the shower tomorrow. If its Horrible, I will do another shot to show the bruising. But hey, at least we are both on the other side! Whoo Hoo!