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I have had my band now close to 8 months. All has been going great with no issues at all. I have lost just over 50lbs. The problem is that a little over a week ago I over did it on Mexican food. I had a few nachos and flour tortillas. The next morning I had pain on the port. It almost feels like its bruised. I have no other issues and feel fine other wise. No nausea , I can keep food down, the port site looks fine. Any idea how long this last? Thanks!! T

When I go to the state specific forums, the postings are pretty old.

Hi I was banded on March 25, 2013. I had my first follow up post op visit April 4. Pre liver shrinking diet weight was 232, current weight is 213. I started the "moonshies" on Friday. Never been so happy to eat a scrambled egg in my life. I also had a hiatal hernia repair, and get to go back to work Monday, April 8. I have found that I M not hungry, yet, on this current phase. I can no longer drink decaf coffee, weird, since I was able to do that during the liquids only phase. My energy level has increased, and I have dropped an entire pant size. I voiced concern about gaining weight during this phase, and my nutritionist told me to expect some, but to keep my focus. I …

I noticed when I get up in the morning I have a slight sore throat. Is the band causing this?

hi guys sorry for the late reply , here is my diet plan what i usually eat during the week ofcourse you must have 5-7 meals a day and alot of Water ofcourse i use this method a day thats pure proten with little Fiber and a day only fibers do the diet routine with the work out plan juice drink 2 lt of water small meal:- fruit salad and water Lunch:- 200 gram of chicken breast boiled with flavors and vegetables and drink lots of water small meal:- apple with 2-3 pieces of crackers and water before exercise:- grilled fish vegetables with coffee lots of water after exercise:- cocktail juice Day 2 # Breakfast:- Green salad lots of water …

Have You Ever Know Someone Who was so Aggravating, and Annoying, and You Sometimes Have to Cross the Street to Pretend that You Don't See Them, or Just Ignore Them All Together! Well That's Just What You Have To Do With Hunger!! Ignore It, and Pretend Those Aggravating Pains Done Even Exist!! It Keeps You Stronger and Sane!! Love You!! Happy Sunday!! (Sharon)

I have been getting hungry every 2-3 hours as I have my first fill appointment scheduled on the 16th and am still on the post-op recovery diet. I am pretty much up to normal foods now. It's usually something sweet that catches my eye when this hunger strikes. Being diabetic (type 2), I shouldn't even consider it, but chocolate is my nemesis. My best buddy told me that he saw a special on TV about diabetes and it included a section on cravings. For you diabetics out there, magnesium is something to supplement if you have sweet cravings. It also is used by your body to get the insulin into your cells. So it makes your body use the insulin your body makes better. I am …

Went for my 3rd fill on Wednesday and was told I lost 13 lbs since last month. My doctor said I lost more than was expected which was 3-7 lbs. She said I really didn't need a fill but she was going to put .3 ccs in my band. The month before I only list 4 lbs. Doing the same exercises eating the same foods. Confused as to why I lost so much more the next month. Any ideas?

Anyone else freezing? Every since my surgery on February 28th I have been freezing, especially at night. i search hi and low for a heater for my office until i look on amazon!

Its Been so Hard, To Get to The Gym Trying to Maintain the Weight loss, Work, Take Care of the Kids, Go to Therapy for Shoulder, Help the kids with homework, so what did I do? I saw the Problem as an Opportunity instead of a Problem, Well I always hated that Dinning Room Table so I got rid of it and made my entire dinning room as a Gym! Yes I did, I brought and an entire Gym and Workout center and its going in the dinning room area !! I can't eat much to use it anyways problem fixed!! Now I work out in the comfort of my own Home! Love All of You!! Happy Friday!!!

Hi all. Ready to buy another jar of P.P. First one was Wal-Mart wey protein (chocolate peanut butter). Anyone know if Wal-Mart or Sams carries something in a tasteless flavor? I figure that way I could mix it into more varities of food. Looked at WM, didnt find anything there but flavors. thanks

I can understand the logical reason to feel restriction for a few days after a fill, then possibly it going away. (Stomach is irritated and possibly swollen then the swelling goes down) But what logical reason would you "not" feel restriction immediately after a fill and then 1 1/2 weeks later feel it and somewhat over tight? I have read on this forum some veteran members stating to not worry if you don't feel the restriction after a fill that it could take up to 2 weeks to feel it. This makes no logical reasoning. Can someone explain it?

Four weeks out and I am in what I believe you guys have been warning about "Bandster Hell" I am having a horrible time sticking to my diet rules, am hungry all the time, and am justifying mashing a cheeto to dust in my mouth as a puree food. UGH! Help! (I wrote my blog on this very thing FYI if you are interested to hear the whole ordeal) (Next appointment Friday!! Should get my first fill =)

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Hello My band is a large 10cc band .Today 4/3/13 I had a fill from 3 cc to 5cc I want to know please How many CC's is your band, They say (Doctors) everyone has a sweet spot on there band yet I am still trying to find mine. Can you please tell me how many cc's are in your band, and is it your sweet spot? Thank you , and God Bless. John

Can someone give me info on a first fill? How many cc's? What should I expect? Does it hurt?

I was banded on Wednesday. It is not as bad as I expected, but I have shoulder, chest, and neck pain that is caused by both the release of gas and the aggrivation of a nerve. I know some said they do not need the pain medicine. I do. For the most part, I am able to get up and walk around and stuff as long as I am taking the pain medicine. If I push it off, it feels like I'm been punched in the stomach a few times. Anyway, overall, it has not been bad at all. Having my gallbladder out previously, this was no where near as painful. Also, I had the hernia/gerd surgery at the same time and am still doing better than I did with my gallbladder and every day, I'm feeling bette…

Good Morning Everyone My Doctor who filled my lap ban yesterday said from now on I will have to crush all my pills before I swallow, Do any of you guys take your pills whole in the morning, or do you crush them a little before taken them. Thanks Have a great weekend John

3 month weigh in, down 46lbs!!! I don't weigh myself at home, so I was sooooo happy to c that!!! Its amazing to c all my hard work paying off FINALLY!!!! Eating right and working out with the band work!!!

Since my last fill I wake up really hungry. Then my appetite diminishes as the day progresses. I know that seems so backwards. Is anyone else like this?

Hello Everyone, Hope everyone had a great day . We are all in this thing together so let us stand behind each other and be supportive. Some of us are well on there way to doing this while others like myself are looking for the right answers to find our sweet spot on our bands. We all need some love on here to get ourselves in gear..LOL with the weather starting to warm up a little and are able to get outside we can now be able to walk a little, or some of us (Not Me Yet) are able to run a little. No matter what stages we are in let's start posting on here about how your day is going, or what you did for the day to help us lose the weight. You guys are great,and God bles…

I had my first fill last Monday (3/25) and I feel like I am hungrier now than I was before the fill. Has this ever happened to any of you? I'm not sure if it's because of the fill or my visit from Aunt Flo (sorry gentlemen)

Did you make it to the "green zone" in your first year or second year? And, did you lose more weight in the 1st year or 2nd? I know we are not to compare- just looking for some feedback. ---signed TURTLE

Lapband coffee Group - Durham Wednesday, April 17th – 7:00 p.m. Williams Fresh Cafe 1650 Victoria Street East Whitby, ON (905) 571-5145 (Very close to the Oshawa GO Train Station) The Lapband Coffee Groups are open to EVERYONE who has had Lapband Surgery or if you’re looking into the lapband process, recently banded, or a long time "Bandster". This is a great way to find out about the lapband from individuals who have had the surgery and to ask questions or just listen to individuals share their lapband journey experience. No need to sign up… just show up and if you can’t find the group ask for Tom at the cash register. If you have any questions before…

Well I'm 4 weeks post op and down 20 lbs since pre op weigh in. I usually get my Protein in shakes (muscle milk light) then a meal or two. I think I can eat to much and bet I will get a fill when I go in next week. For example I can eat a whole can of tuna plus crackers - I moisten it with low fat mayo and some mustard. I thought 2-4 oz was going to be my limit but that hasn't been the case My biggest take away during this time is to not drink during or after meals. Let the food stay where it is so u feel full longer! My energy has returned and I've started light exercising. So far so good!!!!!!!

Hi-I'm going to try to sum this up.....I was banded 2/14/12, I have lost 82 pounds and was doing pretty good. Three weeks ago I had issues where I couldn't eat or drink and it lasted for 2 weeks until I could get into my dr. I felt like food was stuck, a pork chop to be exact lol. I finally got in and the dr said there was food stuck and he deflated the band, the food passed, and he added more fluid. Prior to this incident I had my last fill in December and since then I can only eat maybe at most 1/4 cup of food for lunch and dinner. I can't eat anything for breakfast. I start my day with a cup of coffee or tea, then water. Around 9:00 I have a protein shake and c…

So proud of myself. Doctors appointment went fantastic yesterday. I'm down 12 pounds in one week. And my doctor says I am doing well enough to up my diet slowly. So tonight I practiced my new chewing tonight and ate even less food because I was fuller quicker..... first time ever I have stopped eating and went....hmm that's enough and been satisfied! Anyone else experience this? Tell me your proud moment since having the band. look forward to hearing your special moment.

I just signed up for this site after doing quite a bit of research on Lap Band. I'm turning 18 in May, and I've been overweight since I was about 7 or 8 years old. My dad and brother both went through a fatty stage, but both of them lost all the weight when they were around 13. I never managed to lose it, and every time I diet I lose around 20-30 pounds, only to gain it back. I'm a good 150 pounds overweight, and I really want to change my lifestyle. My brother is 24 now, and in great shape. My mother has always been thin, and I hate being the only overweight person in my family. Thankfully, they are very supportive (my mother especially, she's like my best friend). I am …

The third time is the charm! (side note: I live about 45 minutes away from my surgeon so these were long round trips to get a fill!) On March 21, I tried to get a fill but the flouroscope was broke. I went this past Monday and the PA could not access my port. I have a huge bruise to show from the experience. Fortunately, she had given me an injection of lidocaine so I did not feel the 15-20 minutes of probing with the needle! I went again this morning (and waited an hour!) but my surgeon was able to access my port in one try. He was great. He put 4cc in my band (14 cc band.) I'm on liquids for 2 days and then purees for 2 days. I am hoping to get another jump st…

I was just curious about working in high temperatures? I am starting a new job working in pot rooms at Alcoa metals (they manufacture aluminum) and the temps can reach as high as 130 degrees for long periods of time. I have not reached my green zone yet but feel I'm close with 7cc's in my 11cc realize band. I have a fill on Monday and I'm wondering if I should put it off? Any info would be appreciated.

So here goes my confession of failure. I was one of the lucky ones who got Ins to pay for my lapband in 2008. In the first 6 months I did loose about 50 pds (Pre/Post included). But I could not stand not drinking while I ate and eventually found that drinking Water after every bite to satisfy my dry mouth, I could eat more and thus my "drug" of food won over the purpose of having the band. I have only had 2 fills and no clue what they were or are. The only "good" thing is the band did prevent me from gaining everything back. But barely because I have sat at 30 pds loss for the last 4.5 years. No gain but no loss either. So due to stress with my husband and final…

Gained 7 lbs after a long long still . Pre op 3/23/12 started at 339 lbs . banded 4/6/12 current weight 279 lbs. that's 60 lbs in 1 year !! YAY !! BUT i lost most of that in first 6 months and was on what I thought was a long plateau !! My lowest weight was 272 mid February. Today 279 !! I've been on this site long enough to know what went wrong and what I need to do to fix it !! So I just need somebody to kick my A$$ " yell" PUSH KESHA !! SHAKE IT OFF !! GET UR BUTT UP !! MOVE !! NO EXCUSES !!

I'm starting the puree stage today and wanted to know what are some meals or snack that some of you had at this stage. Just want a few ideas that may help me out a little. Is this stage also call the "mushies"? I see that a lot but wasn't sure if that was this stage or the soft food stage. Any input is greatly appreciated!!

I am having my lapband surgery April 11th in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Unfortunately I've had many surgeries so I am hoping this one won't be too bad but surgery is always stressful. Not looking forward to post op but I am tired of being fat and exhausted so I am determined to make this work. I want my life back, I have so many plans but the last few years I feel like I have been a prisoner to my weight. In a week this whole thing becomes a reality.

Can you relate??? Hi everyone, I feel compelled to post this morning about where I am in my journey. For the first time in years, I feel so free to be me. As I have lost weight over the past year and a half, I have gone through so many stages. First there was the "can I do this stage" then the "you mean I have to work at this too stage" then the "whos that girl in the mirror stage". Now, I feel so free to be me. I tucked my shirt into jeans and wore a belt. I wore a cute Easter dress to church. I spent so many years hiding from the world and hiding from myself. I tried every diet in the book, I really tried, then cried, got mad, gave up, and gained. I am so thankf…

So I had my first fill last Tuesday and lost 6 pounds I guess with da liquid diet....but now am very hungry and when I try to eat I get that stuck pain that I use to get in the begining I don't know if this is normal...or if am just suppose to learn how to chew better???? Oh n I gain 7 pounds back in a week !!!!......can someone please tell me there experience...

So, my dumbass self just had a fill Tuesday, had great results since my March fill (lost 9lbs in 3weeks). So today I decide to juice for b/fast orange, apple, carrot, and a few strawberries... I have done this before and have had NO problems, none! Yeah well 3 sips in, BAM! STUCK like I have never been stuck before - was pb'ing, sliming, throwing up, u name it for a good 4 hours. Its Juice, ok. so I go to my Dr, & my nurse yells at me <lol> too much fiber, too much in the orange, too close to the last fill... now she took fluid out & im instructed to s ay on liquids for 2-3 days, but NO juiced drinks Blah! Mind you, I have about 10 oranges up for grabs, any…

Do any of you have days where u can eat normal (no stuck episodes) then a few days later eat same things and get stuck? Today my band won't even let me eat tiny bites of chicken and no veggies!!! I don't understand this. Is this normal!! It makes no sence to me. Plz help if anyone knows why this happens. Thank you Sent from my iPad using LapBandTalk

Have any of your been to an OA meeting prior or after lap band? I've been considering going. I don't know what their views on being banded would be. I don't wanna go if it would not be a supportive environment.

So last night my husband cooked Grilled chicken and asparagus.... OMG can you say STUCK!!! What was i thinking.... Note to all: Do not eat asparagus.... too fibrous and will cause stick... Not pretty coming back up... lol

I have a 4cc band and after years of problems including a small slip at year two I'm finally having to have surgery to fix a hiatal hernia and a major slip. The barium swallow showed zero Fluid making it through today, so the doc is fitting me in tomorrow. He's changing to the 3rd generation band and we'll leave it unfilled until all is calmed down. So glad to be getting this fixed. I haven't slept through the night in several weeks and haven't been able to eat anything but liquids now for a couple of weeks.

Hi! I had my surgery feb 8th. So far I've lost about 25 lbs. The problem is that when I get a fill I can't really tell a big difference. When the dr is doing it I just can't really feel anything. Is this weird? I'm getting hungry about 2 hours after I eat. My next fill is tues and my dr said he wanted me to be down 6lbs by then so far I'm only down 3!!

Hey Everyone, I've searched high and low to find the BEST tasting Protein shake recipes for us! I just purchased the new NutriBullet Nutrition System and am having fun looking for healthy Protein shakes. I am going to start incorporating fresh veggies and will post as I go along. Many of these recipes I have already tried and LOVE! These Protein Shake recipes can be 'doctored' taylored to your liking, don't be afraid to experiment (that's what I do)! *some recipes you may add ice or not* this is entirely up to you the way you like your shake... Hope you all enjoy! Protein Shake Recipes Chunky Monkey 8 oz. skim or almond milk 1 Scoop chocolate …

Hi there, Banded 11/9/12 A few years ago I was put on Adderall for a few months, but discontinued after some unpleasant side effects. I hated the experience overall (it didn't help my concentration issues), but it was the only time in my life I was close to a healthy weight, because I was almost never hungry--except in the morning and after going all day forgetting to eat. For those who have been prescribed Adderall or similiar, I wonder--is the feeling of being in the Green Zone similar to that feeling of not being hungry? Or how would you compare the two feelings? I realize this is a silly question. I am curious about what the green zone feels like because I can'…

and all through the house, everyone was very nervous, including the mouse!! Can't believe it is almost here! I am completely useless at work today. And I am having a hard time caring about that. lol. Looking forward to having the band!!! It is definitely for me!! Wish me luck!!

And WOW so so good!! very impressed I can not taste the protein in it at all which is usually a problem for me ,cant wait to taste the rest of the flavours

so im only doing liquids till tomorrow does anyone have suggestions so im not so hungry I've had a smoothie and soup so far and planning on more soup for dinner ugh i just want something satisfying

I am new to this forum...I live in a small town and the neares support group is about 30 miles away during the week and I have no car, so no way to get there. I had my lapband surgery about three years ago....I lost 50 pounds and was thrilled...didn't have a lot of complications at all. But I've been at my current 250 pounds for two and a half years now and can't seem to get past this point....I lose enough that I can eat fairly easily but try very hard to eat sensibly and not over do it...but within two weeks, I gain enough to tighten up the band and then I have a few days where nothing stays down. I can't even eat salad. After a couple of days of not eating hardly an…

Hi everyone(: Just to put it out there i am in the process of getting a EGD done then hopefully i will get a date for my surgery (if i dont have to have anything else done after that).And since it seems close but so far away im just very curious about your stories(: I wanna hear YOUR success stories and even you horrible moments/stories. Im just so curious about what could happen possibly to me also.. Haha i think too much i know:/ Also if you had a EGD how was your experience with it? Can you somewhat tell me what to expect? Dos and donts of having the lapband. Im just really nervouse but more anxious to get it, it just seems so far away:/

I made a Promise to Myself today that I will Not Let Anyone or Anything Get Under My Skin or Bother me in Anyway!! Always Remember that 10 Percent is Life, But 90 Percent is What your Going to Do About that Situation in Life!! Proverbs 23:7 For as a Man thinketh in his heart, so is He!! If you Think Negative Thoughts then That's What You Get, But if You Think Positive Thoughts You Get That Also!!! Love All of You!! Happy Thursday!!