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The first day, I HAD to cheat. Not by much, but I had a chicken breast or something. I felt the exact same way. Your body is probably in shock like mine from the lack of carbs it's now getting. If you think about it, that pre-op diet is all protein, little carbs. Give it a few days and you should feel better. It does suck though. I went through the exact same thing!

And I thought the sign said over 350 pounds. Then I wouldn't have gotten free food. Boo.

I can't really be mad at Heart Attack Grill. I mean, they warned him! I'm sure this guy must have had other problems before this one burger. The timing was impeccable though, I must admit! It's not a bad place to eat if you eat there once in a while. It's not the end of the world if it's in moderation. And the "free food over 300" pounds thing I get. Most people are heavy, but not over 300 pounds. And honestly, those people need to make the choice not to eat there every day. Even when I was 330, I would have enjoyed the free food occasionally, but as for eating there every day, or even week, I would certainly know better!

I also always find that my doctor's scale is 5 pounds heavier than my home scale and that all doctors' scales weigh differently. I can't get a consistant weight on two scales if you paid me. I think it's a conspiracy. Just use one scale, your home one most likely, and stick with that. I wouldn't worry about it. I've "gained" 5 pounds in a day from eating bad things. It usually comes off real fast. Just get back on track, and it should come off real fast.

That's so awesome! I'm about to turn 19, but I got my surgery at 18, exact same height, and only ten pounds lighter than you. Just look at me now! Almost 100 pounds down since April 25. Just do what the doctor says, and you're doing to do great! We're young. We have higher metabolisms on our side! I was/am sick and tired of: - Being scared at social events when someone looked at me. I always thought they were talking about me. - Being scared to eat in front of my friends and family. - Being disgusted every time I looked at a picture of myself. - Going to school and being known as the "fat" Elizabeth. They never confused me with the other ones...

I had mine done in Grapevine with Dr. Swanson and I would highly recommend him. He is absolutely fantastic and really cares about your success. I don't know all the specifics about the money etc., but I would definitely give his office a call!

You should be fine to return on Monday. I would have been. I felt so good that I made my own breakfast the next day (much to the dismay of my family). We all have different experiences with it, but I am sure that you'll do great.

I'm 18 right now, 19 on March 24. I had the band on April 25, one month after I turned 18, and have since lost 95 pounds. It's fantastic and one of the greatest decisions of my life! If you need any advice or anything, you definitely let me know!

I had my gallbladder removed on December 27. It honestly hasn't affected my life at all! I do sometimes get phantom "gall attacks" because I was so used to the pain after eating, but other than that, absolutely nothing. Be warned though. On stone didn't come out and was in the duct after my gall bladder got removed. 3 days after I got my gall bladder removed, I had a "gall attack." Luckily, that was the last one I ever had! Good luck to you! I'm sure you'll be fine. Just rest!

I bloat up so bad during my period and sometimes even gain up to 3 pounds during my period! The week after though, BOOM, it all goes away. I try to take Midol to get rid of some of the excess Water weight and drink plenty of fluids. If it doesn't make you lighter, it at least helps you feel better! Elizabeth

I'm definitely not a relationship expert an I'm only 18, but I definitely think I have some good advice. A man, especially your husband, should love, support, and care for you whether or not you are fat, thin, cranky, happy, or upset. A real man in love loves you even in the times that it's not ideal for him. I'm a college aged girl, and I can NEVER imagine myself sleeping with a man your age. I'm just assuming that he's your age. There is definitely something sick going on there, and his "insecurities" are absolutely no excuse for his behavior. Faking break ups should be the last straw. In the end, it's about your happiness. I know you are insecure about the saggy skin, but a man that truly loves you will not care. Your husband does not love you, or at least doesn't show it. My mother lost over 200 pounds with a gastric sleeve and is worried that a man will never find her attractive because of her skin. But like I said, a man that loves you won't give a crap. The job of a husband and wife are to make each other better. That's what you vow to do. Your husband is not making you better and is only making you unhappy. I personally think that there is more to this than "insecurities". He's a flat out cheater, and I think you are giving him too much credit. It would be one thing if he ended the relationship and was remorseful, but the fake break ups etc. are only showing that he does not care. He is just going to get better at hiding it, and even if he breaks up with this one, he is going to find another. In lay man's terms, dump him. I know it will be devastating, but he is doing absolutely nothing for you. There is no amount of insecurities that would constitute his behavior. You are a damn good wife, and you deserve a damn good husband, which he is not. By sitting around, you are just permitting this continutal cheating behavior. He may seem remorseful, but he was good enough at hiding this relationship for a while, I think he can be good enough at faking remorse. If he was remorseful, he would have ended that relationship, which he has not. Please, for your own health, you need to dump him. I know it's your husband and you love him, but he obviously is not treating you with the respect you deserve. You deserve someone so much better who will love you enough not to lie to you. I honestly wish you the best of luck. Seriously, I do not envy your situation. But honestly, it comes down to what's better for you, yourself, and he is not the best thing for you. Elizabeth

I chew gum sometimes. I've never had any negative side effects... I think doctors are just worried about swallowing air. But I figure as long as you're not like... huffing air, there shouldn't be a problem.

Sliming is a consequence you have to consider before surgery, honestly. However, it doesn't, and shouldn't, happen that crazy often. It generally happens because of user error. You probably ate something you shouldn't have and your body is getting you. If you follow the rules and use the band right, you should be okay. It happens maybe once a month to me, and I know I shouldn't have eaten what I did beforehand. ---------------- That's so funny. I mean, it's not, but I'm laughing with you, not at you! NutriGrain bars are the DEVIL for me at any time of the day. Sometimes even the Nature Valley bars don't work for me. I wouldn't eat them unless I'm at home or I've got somewhere to slime, because if I don't, it's inevitable that I will attempt to throw up in a very public place.

Damn! If it's that easy to get someone to shrink their stomach capacity, is there someone that can "suggest" that I will excel at all my finals this week? Just honestly. ....What? EDIT: I just watched a video. 4 sessions with this dude is $1200! You might as well just get the surgery! And then she said in two weeks, she's lost about a pound (which probably means zero. Probably lied to the news people to make it seem more legitimate). I mean, it's possible, but just starting out at a high weight, you generally lose much more than a pound in two weeks. Don't believe it for a second. If I'm gonna eat the amount to fill a golf ball, my stomach better dang well be the size of a golf ball! Eating that little isn't fun some of the time!

I don't know if there is a "weight limit" as much as it is just a health issue. Doctors are scared to do any kind of surgery on someone of high weight because it's a huge health risk and a higher mortality rate. The heavier you are, the more dangerous it is for you to go under anesthesia. It's happened to a lot of people, I believe. I don't know about the "machine." That's weird.

The other posters above pretty much got what I wanted to say, but I've got a good one if she makes that comment again. "That's cool. I'll be full anyway with the band. If that pure jealously doesn't clog up your arteries, that hamburger sure will!" That seriously would be so good. Haha.

I can't say whether or not you should call the doctor, but the best advice I can give you now is to stand up, maybe do some jump and jacks and try to keep your body in an upright position. It helps it go down easier. I also heard pineapple juice helps. Best of luck to you!

I've had that "pulling" feeling sometimes. It generally occurs when I'm too full, but if may be different for you. I could just be irritated, you never know. You don't feel like your band's slipped, right? You can still eat and such? I wouldn't worry about it too much unless it continues. I haven't taken Zegrid, but I've taken Prilosec and other stuf like that. I think you'll be fine with Zegrid.

I don't see why not! I've done some pretty rough things to my body (including roller coasters) after surgery and have had no negative effects. I would just avoid it if you have had surgery recently or your incisions are not fully healed. Other than that, bombs away!!!

I have the biggest problem with this. I have lots of clothes my mom bought me that no longer fit. I'm practically swimming in them, actually. However, I refuse to buy new clothes because I'm scared that I won't be able to fit into them in a few months. My suggestion is this: Buy the basics. Just get a few things that "fit" now and also buy things that will fit when you are a few sizes down. It's a necessity that you look good at your new job, but you can get the best of both worlds. Just get a few for right now, but more clothes for later. That's what I do and it works for me. It's one of the frustrations that comes with weight loss. Best of luck!

I just take the regular Centrum for women twice a day (separately) and the Viactiv calcium supplements. They said I would have problems taking Vitamins that I can't chew, but I've had no problem. Goes down just fine! The Viactiv is like a tootsie roll, so you gotta chew well, but it tastes great!

I get that exact same pain and I have gall bladder issues. It runs from my abs to my back. Other than gall bladder issues, I wouldn't know. It sounds exactly like a typical case of gall bladder... I honestly sympathize though. I've had SEVERE pain in that exact spot after I ate and it was absolutely unbearable. I hope you get better! Maybe get a second opinion on the gall bladder thing?

You're so sweet! Thank you very much! I put some more stuff up today. My friends got a good kick out of it. They're telling me just write about stuff in general because I always have such a realist perspective on everything. xD They said I can make anything funny.

I haven't had this problem yet, but I figured that I'd wish you luck! I'll be interested to read the replies to see what to do in case this happens to me.

I'm from Grapevine, Texas, but unfortunately I'm in VA right now for college. Dang!