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Hi, I was banded in 2010, initially lost about 50 lbs. but constantly getting things, including liquids, stuck. It eventually caused dehydration which led to very low blood pressures to the point that I couldn't sit up in bed without passing out. I had the band deflated, and regained nearly all the weight back. I am scheduled for a single procedure on June 8th for revision to the sleeve. I would like to hear someone's day by day experiences / feelings over the first week post op.

I saw my doctor on Dec 29th and told him that I haven't had any type of restriction since the surgery. I have followed the diet and lost about 30 lbs. but feel hungry most of the time. He agreed to schedule me for a fill on 11 Jan. This will be my first. He uses a fluoroscope for the fills, so hopefully I will feel a restriction. Keep the faith!

Thanks for the advice Fran! I am doing a good job following my liquid diet...haven't cheated. I'm making sure I get the required fluids and am getting more than enough Protein. I just didn't know if I should be filling any restriction at all with the band in place.

Hi everyone! I was banded on 12/16/10 after a 5 day liquid diet. Up until about two days ago, I was doing well and not really being bothered by hunger. Things are really changing! Now I am hungry most of the time. I feel absolutely no restriction. Should I? I haven't had a fill yet but should I be feeling some restriction just by virtue that the band is in place and a pouch created? I am also beginning to have problems with muscle cramping in my legs and abdomen, might this be a mineral or Iron deficiency? If anyone has any comments or suggestions I would appreciate hearing from you. Thanks.

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Day 2 post surgery, and all is well. Everything has gone very smoothly, very little pain, able to sleep on side and back and able to drink my liquids with no problems. I only took the pain meds three times and don't feel they are needed anymore. I am very happy with my decision so far.

I was banded yesterday 12/16/2010. Everything went great! Very little discomfort. I'm walking around quite a bit to relieve the gas and all is going well. 15 pound weight loss from 5 day pre-op liquid diet.< /p>

I'm getting banded tomorrow, Dec. 16th. I was only on a 5 day pre-op liquid diet. All has gone well and I'm looking forward to sharing our experiences as we move forward. Keep posting and sharing your success stories.