LAP-BAND Surgery Forums

kateeryn (Kate), can_do (Susan), SaraJ91263 (Sara) are getting banded TOMORROW!!! Let's wish us GOOD LUCK!

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I was banded June 3rd 2010 I have lost 120 lbs to date how is everyone else doing! I had a minor set back when I had port revision surgery in July to place a smaller low profile port. I'm finally back on track and losing weight again!

Hi had a band 5 years ago I have never took any vitamins should I be taking them, my hair going very thin and my bones are painful

My BMI went down to 59, so I am "just" morbidly obese! Weird victory, butsince I started at 66, I'll take what I can get.

Alright fellow bandsters give it to me straight.... what should I expect on my first fill? Is my food going to get stuck? Is it going to be painful? I just want to know what to be prepared for. Thanks y'all!

Hi I would like to add a start photo to my profile. I tried to figure it out but had no luck. Please help Thanks

I eat Popcorn and small gram of sugar protein bar and since I am not eating any other fat based foods is this okay!!! I love Popcorn!! of Course No Butter!! Okay small amounts of some light butter?/ Help!!! Have a Great Night Love All of You!!!

I am 41 years old and my entire adult life has yielded approximately 1 small burp per year. It is a family joke - when I irk one out I hear "whoa - was that the yearly burp?!" I recently had a fill that was too tight. I had it corrected, but since then I am a burping machine!! Sometimes more than once a day! Did anyone else notice a change like this?

I ate to much today ...... I went to Chinese restaurant with my parents and ordered a small chicken broccoli no rice ..... I ate most of the chicken and half the broccoli ... Came home and snacked on some corn chips and source ... Then later drank some crystal light and a water... Jesus!!! I was feeling the guilt already then I was fixing dinner and ate 1/2 cup of beans and cheese ..... Now I'm feeling really guilty I hadn't done this scenes before banded I was feeling so good with all the weight I have lost .... Now I feel like I lost it!! Anyway I know I shouldn't blame this on none but my self....but I think it has a lot to do with the fact that my parents are moving…

I was sitting at work today and one of the ladies came up to me and asked me if my band would rupture if i ate too much.....i told her what the signs were of eating too much and she then told me that when i go back to the doctor i needed to talk to him about how much i ate and it really made me mad. I am not able to eat breakfast so i have a protien shake or some light yougart because my band is tight in the mornings then the only thing i eat for lunch is maybe a 3oz grilled chicken breast or tuna fish and some steamed carrots or other veggies and she thought that was too much and concerned about me. I thought i was doing well and my doctor told me i should be able to ea…

Does anyone have a good protein bar they like?

Rain, Sleet, Snow and cold weather...... They say your band gets tighter with weather/barometric changes.... I am having the toughest time getting my morning smoothie in....been over 30 minutes and not finished yet...one time I had to stand over the sink thinking it was coming back up.... Between you and me...I LOVE IT! This will pass, always does, usually as the day goes on, BUT it is assuring the band is still there functioning....I would be more alarmed if I felt nothing! I learn to adjust and deal with it......

My surgeon did my fill last week and told me my port was tilted. I asked why it would be that way and he says that some ports do this as weight is coming off ( so close to the end). He didn't seem concerned. Should I? What does this mean?

I've lost 65 pounds and can see my port poking out. I brushed against my abdomen & it really took me my surprise for it to be so obvious.

Well, I'm frustrated to say that I've only lost 6 pounds since November. Up until now the band really has done all the work for me and I've been losing steadily getting to -50 with very little effort... But now that I'm at reasonable restriction (yes, I could probably be a little tighter, but I'm pretty tight) I decided to rejoin Weight Watchers and see if that helps. WAKEUP CALL!!! OMG I had no idea I've been eating this badly!!!!! I had a 50 point day over the weekend with absolutely no effort at all. I'm hoping that having a few weeks of conscious eating will get me back in the groove where I don't have to try as hard again, because I badly don't want to be on Wei…

I'm just about to crawl in bed at the end of day 8 of my pre-op diet. All in all, it hasn't been too bad. Day 6 was my hardest. Tonight I baked a pizza for the family, and sat there and drank a protein shake and ate carrots while they enjoyed their pizza. Later they wanted pumpkin bread. I honestly made it through the past few hours of cooking and sitting with the family while they were eating, and it didn't bother me. I was able to keep my resolve to not cheat. That is real progress. I was real concerned about eating sugar free jello. The thought of that just turned me off. On my diet I can have any liquid that is 15 calories or less per serving. SF Jello meet…

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I'm just wondering when I read these posts that some of you guys get .2 cc or .3 cc fill or unfill it makes a huge difference. My Dr does not fill like this he only does a full 1cc or 2cc at a time. I'm a nurse and when I look at .1cc its such a small amt so I'm just curious how that makes a difference in the band? By no means am I saying this in a negative way I'm just wondering if I shld suggest maybe a half cc next time I need a fill.

My last filling was in November and its pretty tight. I've been ok until the last 2 weeks where I've had to keep a cup of water on my bed side and sleep at a propped up angle because ill wake up coughing and choking on spit. What could it be? Also, because I paid out of pocket for the surgery, I'm worried if there is a complication that my insurance won't cover anything I might need to get done to fix it. Any suggestions?

Ok bandster I am going to the dr tomorrow to get a fill. I have not had a full in a year so I getting back on the wagon and try this again. Reading some if the post has given me good information and I realize that quitting and giving up is not an option. So I decided to fight,, fight!! Until I reach my goal of losing 60lbs. Ok wish me the best and thank u all!!!!

I found out today that I'll be banded on February 25th. I'm so excited. It was the first date offered and I jumped on it.

am going tomorrow to see my surgeon and I dont think I need a fill.Im eating half a cup of food two to three times a day and I'm satisfied at times I'm hungry but I dont mind it how do you know when you need a fill? Should I just get it or wait? I have yet to thr ow up and I'm terrified of doing so I eat till Im satisfied which is more then half a cup sometimes I can't even finish that

Why did you have this WLS? Did you do your research before hand? Maybe I should say, "What do you expect the band to do for you?" You went through all the preperation, anxiety, hassle, and perhaps out of pocket $$.... All that, and to what end?? There can be 1000's of people on this forum at any one time...and as you read all (many) of the posts you can read just as any different "Opinions" I have read: **You should be able to eat anything anytime, the band should not stop you from eating, and should not take away certain foods... **You need to measure/weigh your portions, food passes through the band quickly and does not prevent over eating **Hunger is norma…

Banded in Sept 2012. I have not had the success I dreamed of as stuck at the 30lb mark since November. Could be I need to come out of hibernation. I think Wiarton willie (Feb 2nd- if you are not a ground hog day fan) predicts 6 more weeks. I really need to move before then but just hate the cold.

I get my band on march 6 ....looking for a banded friend in the area! :-)

WHAT ARE THE BEST CRACKERS TO EAT WITH THE BAND? I WANT TO MAKE EGG SALAD OR TUNA SALAD AND EAT WITH CRACKERS. LOOKING FOR THE BEST ONES, THANK YOU!!!

Have tried everything. Miralax dulcolax MOM. Constant problem. Any other ideas? Almost 4 months post op i thought this would get better. And I drink a lot of water too?

Hi all, I can't post to our feb group from my phone so I'm posting here. I'm at the hospital ready for my 12 pm surgery. My band is getting replaced and I am so psyched to be a big loser again!!

But it's March 20th...so I'm going to move over to the March 2013 Bandsters group, as my surgeon is just so popular and he couldn't fit me in for February. Anyway...good luck and smooth sailing to all of you February Bandsters...see you on other threads!

I ws banded on 12/3/12 and have lost 36lbs. Went for a fill and they discovered that my band may be faulty. They believe scar tissue is causing a kink in the tubing. So I have to undergo sugery this Friday for a revision to the port, however if the band still isnt working properly they have to replace it and basically starting at square 1 again. I have been following the rules and trying to be optimistic but a little discouraged about having to have surgery again.

Just wandering how everyone is doing ?

My elbow is inflamed and I informed my doctor that I'm a band patient so they gave me Celebrex, Is this ok for me to take? Due to my workouts it has caused me to give me tendinitis

True Love Will Never Be Found Outside!! It Has To Come From Within!! Love Yourself Regardless! Many Have Lost Much Weight While Others Have Not!! It Does Not Matter Only Effort Matters!! And Then More Continued Effort!!! Happy Tuesday!!!

I completely missed these forums - I'd put together a Feb 2013 Group - hehe. Doh.

Hi everyone. I posted a month or so ago about the troubles I was having with healing around my port site and the difficulties that my surgeon has had getting fills into my band. I have been to get my second fill and apparently due to the excess scar tissue surrounding my port, it has forced the port to actually flip completely over making it practically impossible to manipulate from over the skin to get my fills in. He did however after about 30 minutes of extremely uncomfortable poking and prodding did manage to get some liquid in, but has requested a fairly urgent surgery date next week to replace my port from the new style back to the older version.... I have every…

Hi Everyone, How do you change your weight on your profile? Thanks Donna

For those of you who are into pinterest...there are some good recipes for lapbanders. Just search "lapband" and you'll find quite a few recipe boards. Something to look at. And interesting as well.

How does everyone get enough protein during the day? I find it hard to eat enough protein while getting in some carbs (otherwise I have no energy) I don't eat meat but do eat seafood

Hi all, Is anyone interested in hiking on the weekends? I have been hiking alone for a while now, mostly in the Gorge and Mt. Hood and aside from giving my friends and family constant heart attacks as they wait for a call from search and rescue...I probably should find a hiking pal. My brother got me a geocaching kit for Christmas and I am dying to go do some. But I would love a hiking buddy. I am slow as hell (no understatement) but I love love love being out in the early mornings for hiking (and by God, I can do it!). If anyone is interesting in hiking it would be great!!! Chris

I am on one month post op. Banded on 10-1-2012. There are no local support groups in my area so just want to have an accountablity person when things get difficult. Down 65lbs from my highest point and down 20 lbs since surgery. Keep on Keepin On. Cheers Mike

So my NUT said she does not want me counting calories. That made my jaw drop! Maybe I am old school, but I thought that was to help me loose weight. I am in shock. Are you counting calories?

What did everyone lose their first month following surgery? Just wondering everyone's starting weight then post op weight after the first month. I started at 226, lost 18 lbs pre op & 2 lbs so far post op. I am 2.5 weeks post op. Hoping things will speed up soon!!

Does anyone ever feel like the area where the port is feels tender? I am 3 months out and today the spot where the port is approximately located feels a little tender now and then. And I feel it very easily to the touch. Freaking me out. Supposed to have 2nd fill tomorrow. Worried something's wrong. Down 56 pounds. Any advice or knowledge? TIA

Had a hard boiled egg and I think some egg whites are stuck. I cannot eat yogurt without bringing it back up. I have been fine until today. I've been stuck for like 9 hours so far. Guess I should go back to liquids until it go down.

I'm just begining my journey and would love to find a local support group, I'm planning on having lap band in St Pete's.

Has anyone ever experienced a pain below the sternum between the breasts after eating? Just wondering what is going on. I've had my band about 5 years. Thanks

I'm officially banded! The CIBO Clinic was amazing! I'm in little pain only discomfort is across my should blades. My throat is terribly sore as well. I've been sipping tea since 2:30 when I got home. Bring on 145! Thank you all for sending me well wishes and your virtual support, so amazing!

Lapband coffee Group – Brampton Monday, February 11th – 7:00 p.m. Second Cup (Located in the Longo’s Plaza) 7700 Hurontario Street, Building E, Unit 504 Brampton, ON 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 the coffee group p…