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I am not yet banded, but during my consultation, the Surgeon told me that after being banded, I should not drink from a straw as it will inflate the stomach with air and cause problems later.

I am so sorry that you went through so much pain. All the best in your recovery.

VlP....your post is funny to me..."last chinese".....ect. I enjoyed reading about your last meals. Thanks

Congrats! Keep on losing!

Irie is a term we use in Jamaica....means everything is okay. Irie

I am so sorry that you have encountered so many health issues. I am not yet banded, but I am hoping that your health will get better. Best of health to you!

Great! Continue to maintain!

Congrats guys!!!!

Just Fantastic!!!!!

Also check out Ciro Surgical Center in San Jose....they may be able to help. Call this number in Fremont 510-713-0719. They deal wth Pre-Lapband surgery nutrition and so forth, they may be able to help.

There is a Forum on here called Lapband Fills and under that.....there is another heading called Lapband Fill Centers.........check for Novato. Hope this helps.

Glove, continue to do your research because it is the best way to be educated especially with such a major life decision. Thanks for sharing the article......I know that you have mentioned previously that you were undecisive about the surgery. Only you can make that decision. I wish you well in whatever decision you make and that you may be at peace with yourself.

Congrats guys! You guys are really doing great and I am happy that you are able to share all your experiences. I am not yet banded but I am learning a lot from you all . Thanks for sharing.

Not yet banded but just curious. Thanks guys.

Has anyone removed the band just because they have reached goal weight, and no longer "need or want" tha band?

Congrats on your weight loss and wishing you more weight loss with your new band.

Good luck! Hoping that you are approved next time.

Appeal it!

I am glad you are no longer in pain and all the best in your recovery.

I am so sorry. Good luck!

Congratulations! !

Side note....Iriegirl. Are you from the Caribbean?

Al the best. I am so sorry that this is happening to you.

Lapband Forums Suggestions and Update. Ticker Tutorial

On here there is a section called Lap Band Questions Support...there is a topic called Ticker Tutorial. Follow the instructions