NicoleMP

I was banded on 11/07/11 and since then I have lost 72 pounds

Hi Guys! I recently had a fill, I believe I am at 4cc in a 10cc band. I was feeling fine and was able to get everything down without a problem until today . I tried drinking cofee this morning and even that felt like it was getting stuck. I don't think my band is over filled because like I mentioned before I have been eating fine, I had enough restriction. I'm starving but I'm afraid to eat anything because I HATE that stuck feeling. Is there a reason why my band would be tight out of no where? Is there anything I can do to loosen my band without getting an "unfill"?

Thanks for all of the positive feedback!! It's strange I've had a full and do feel restriction but soon after I feel like I'm starving! Idk if it's in my head, if I just want to pick at something or if I'm actually hungry. I have been exercising but due to a back injury I haven't been able to work out as much as I would like. Does anyone else with restriction feel hungry soon after eating? What do you guys usually do when this happens?

Hi Guys! I was banded in November and have lost 60 pounds since but can feel myself going back .. I recently gained five pounds and I know it does not seem like much but to me it was a huge setback. I want to start all over again and get as committed as I was when I was first banded. Do you guys have any feedback on how I can start over? Do any of you know of any good liquid diets?

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I'm confused as to why your surgeon recommended you stay away from it. The mm I drink has 25g protein/ 3G of sugar... Was there something else in it that made him tell you to stay away from it?

I weigh myself twice a day, once when I wake up then again before going to sleep. I know it seems a bit obsessive but it works for me.

I use the carnation instant breakfast chocolate. It's really good and has a decent amount of protein.

Very well said Dave! I was recently banded and sometimes question myself but you reminded me why I did it.

WOW that's amazing!!

Thanks for the response KellySue. What was your diet at first? What have the stages been?

Hi guys! I'm a bit curious about something. I have read a ton of blogs and it appears that everyone is put on different post op diets and I have also read that many people have had different weight loss. I was wondering if maybe the post op diet has anything to do with the way you lose weight in the long run. My diet right now is 2 weeks liquids (no sugar), 1-2 weeks mushies then solids. What were some of your diets and how much have all of you lost? -N

Hi guys! I was banded this past Monday and am now on stage 3 diet (liquid diet). Can you guys give me some examples of what and how often you were drinking. Thanks! -N

Dr Jones is my surgeon, I knew you diet sounded familiar lol

Shirley that is FANTASTIC!! Keep up the good work! Pats fan where r u being banded? I live in MASS as well.

Thanks Deb. I hope I don't have gas pains! I keep reading about how horrible they are.

I read about so many different pre op diets idk why I was soo nervous! I hope all goes well tomorrow. Thanks guys you all helped put my mind on ease. Say a little prayer for me, I get banded at 11:30 tomorrow morning.

Oh God! I'm dreading the gas pains! This may seem like a silly question, should I bring pjs or am I supposed to stay in the hospital gown?

Thanks guys!

Thanks so much for the great pointer! I would have never thought to bring my laptop.

Hi guys! I'm being banded this Monday and was wondering if I'm forgetting something. Is there anything you guys would recommend I buy or have on hand for the day of and the days after surgery?

Thank you!!!

Hi guys! He cleared me for surgery under the condition that I stay on just liquids until surgery. I have lost 12 pounds so far so he wasn't as upset as I expected him to be. I'm so excited and can't wait for Monday!!

Thanks everyone for your input I honestly appreciate them! I will call him first thing in the morning!

Thanks for your reponses! I was supposed to drink 2-3 protein shakes a day (which I did) plus a smart one with a side salad. I had some really good days where I followed it 100% but then had those days where I replaced the meal with "bad foods". I don't know I am so torn! I knwo if I call my surgeon he will be upset and cancel it but if it is the best thing for me healthwise then i guess I should call him. Has anyone not followed the diet and stil had a successful surgery?