Ruth613

I was banded on July/7/ 2011, pre-op I lost 10 lbs, then in about 3 months post op another 10 lbs, then after ward I stareted gaining back slowly but surely and now I am back to my pre-op weight. I don't feel a great restriction, although I have some and with some food it is greater than others. I have 5cc in a 10 cc band already which was done very gradual 3-4 fills. Is it possible that I have streched my pouch somehow? I just started exercising. Zumba for about one week and a little more concious of my food intake. since then I have gianed about 2 lb. any suggestions. thanks

It seems like irritation than anything else to me. probabely you are still swollen around the band area. I had a similar problem 2 weeks ago. My doctor told to me to go back on clear liquids and it really helped. I think you should give yourself some time to heal. Good Luck!

I will not miss rejecting invitations or reunions to avoid old friend seeing me like this and saying OH my Goodness YOU HAVE REALLY CHANGED ALOT WHAT HAPPENED TO YOU. this actually happened last week and it did really hurt me a lot...

HI thanks for the informations very helpful. I am invited to a wedding 3 days after my surgery date. Do you think I would be able to attend with very minimal activity. Thanks a lots

I am scheduled to have my surgery in two weeks, however now I have cold feet. Some people around me are telling me I can lose the weight without any surgery and post op pain/ possible complications. They say : If there is a will there is a way. I am so confused. HELP PLEASE !