Tams45

I think every Dr is different, my fills are done through fluroscopy(sp)....I go to the radialogy department in the hospital, get on the table...they numb by my port with a needle then insert the fill needle and as i am drinking barium (not water) we (me and my doc) are watching on the screen how it is passing through my band and he is adding saline at the same time, about 3 small swallows of barium and 5 mins later, he tells me immediately how much fluid he inserted and i am on my way. I think if your doc is acting like he has something to hide and it is a big secret what he is doing to YOUR body then there is a issue.

why would you have to grind your pills?I am sorry but not understanding your post???????

First off CONGRATS!!! you are doing great and please know don't let the scale discourage you..I was stuck on the same number on mine or 2months straight, at one point i stopped getting on it, then i had my second fill last week and am down 11 lbs in 1 week (go figure) Remember that if you slip up with your "tool" you can start over, hell we didn't gain the weight over night and won't lose it that way. I started my journey at 320lbs and am at as of today to 259 (i am so excited) it is the best thing that i could have done for myself and never would regret my decision to have the lap band..GL to you and keep up the good work

I don't use the meals such as wwatchers/lean c or smart ones, they are packed full of sodium and processed things....What i do is make food ahead of time and pre package it...Steamed veggies, tuna, broiled fish (yum), beans, salads, fruit cups in water or lite fruit juice....Exercise is always a plus even if it is just walking. This is without a doubt a life style change and work and not a easy way out, good luck to you in your journey. I started at 320 and am down to 267 (just today) had my surgery on 9/14/11 and am looking forward to a healthier NEW ME!!!!

I haven't had any "stuck" episodes to date and was banded sept 14th...I find whenever i eat any meats i always have something to dip it in next to me, i never eat a dry piece and chew chew chew small small pieces. Good Luck!