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2 mths and 1 day since i was banded... I've lost a total of 26lbs since Feb 18th(day i started liquids). My band is currently filled at 4.4ccs but I don't notice more weight-loss. My clothes are more comfortable to wear and I was able to squeeze myself in to a size 18 jeans i haven't worn in 2 yrs but could only stand to be in the pants for 4hrs before it became uncomfortable. I've had some issues with stucks but i work throw them and learned ways to prevent them. I can't help but be discouraged I see so may other loosing large amounts of weight only 2-3 mths after being band. What am I doing wrong? I know I shouldn't eat carbs but it's so hard since i HATE veggies. Everyone tells me i look great so why can't i see it? I still get slightly hungry in between meals but i fill up on Water to help the craving. Whats the average amount of time between meals before you should feel hunger? I feel so lost like I've fallen off the wagon..... any diet suggestions greatly appreciated!

girleyq that pain you are feeling could very well be your port attaching to the muscle. I had similar pain when i turned to quickly to the right. my port is 2cm under my incision line however when I went for my 1st fill they felt above the incision line first. Good Luck!

Went to the dr today for another fill. My 1st fill last Tuesday was not enough I felt no restriction at all. After today's visit my band has 4.4cc and boy do I feel the restriction.... I totally happy! Although last weeks fill left me with no restrictions I didn't gain any weight still holding strong at 25lbs GONE!!!

It's been awhile but im back... As of today I am done 25lbs woohoo had my first fill on tuesday and sadly I feel no restriction. I only recieved 2.8mls and I and scheduled to return next tuesday for another fill. I've had good and bad days but I'm staying strong and positive. I've recieved several compliments which is always nice to hear. I've been approved for light exercise but still no swimming I'm 4 weeks post op and I wouldn't take back this choice I feel this is the beginning of great things and I'm actually excited to shop for a swim suit....lol

I have only 1 more day of the mushies and I have to say I survived...lol! My post appt is on Tuesday I am excited to see how I have healed and find out when I can hit the Y... got a membership I am paying for and not using I feel that I don't have too much restriction and it concerns me BUT I am making a big effort to control what I eat but I do find myself getting hungry. I am schd for a fill on 3/26 so I can't wait!

I start mushy food on Tuesday and I'm worried about coming up with ideas for meals. If you could please list any recipes I would greatly appreciate it.

Has anyone else had mid back pain after being banded.....

So I am schd to be Banded on 2/29 and I will be out of work 2/29 to 3/4 and will return to my call center job on 3/5. Is this too soon? How long were you out?

SO today I started mushies. I had 1/4 of a packet of oatmeal and after 1 hr i ended up in pain. Gasx, walking and Water did not help so I ended up at my surgeons office. He said no issues with my band but I can pretty much count oatmeal out of my meal plan for the time being. I ate the oatmeal at 8:45am and I wasn't hungry until 6:30pm. My dr says oatmeal is a healthy food but very dense and expands so this is the full pain feeling I was having NOW the pain in my back was due to the fact that I haven't had a bowel movement in 4 days He explained to me that since I've been on liquids my body has very little waste and advised this may not be a long term thing but I need to become better aware of bowel movements. in other news I bought a scale today and according to the scale I lost 15lbs I am so excited BUT during my Dr's visit I was weighed and their scale said I've lost 21lbs. I'm considering returning my scale but i wonder is a 6lb difference that big of a deal? I created a created a new posting about mushy food maybe this would be a good place for a Feb Bandsters to share mushy recipes... what do you guys think? http://www.lapbandtalk.com/topic/143217-2-days-until-mushy-foodshelp/page__pid__1721480#entry1721480

So today I started mushie food and at 8:45am i had 1/4 cup of oatmeal. I am still full and uncomfortable. My right mid back and right half of my stomach hurts. Is this normal?

So today has been a good day not in much pain however I have had the knot feeling in my stomach all day. Finally gave in and tried the GasX and I'm feeling some relief. Tomorrow I return to work and Tuesday I begin the mushy diet

Feeling good 3 days post op LapBand my gas pains have gone away THANK GOD! My incisions are very itchy thought :/ Today we had a family picture session and afterwards we went to Pizza Hut and surprisingly I wasn't to bothered by everyone around me eating pizza and me eating Jello & Atkins Shake. I plan to spend the day tomorrow really resting because Monday I return to work.

I tried that the first night and when i woke up I was in so much pain, my back was stiff and around 4am I woke up and couldn't go back to sleep. I hope it works better for you

Thank you for the information do you know if any stores sell New Whey Liquid Protein

I was banded on the 29th as well had to arrive at 6:15am was banded around 8:15am in recover for 2 hrs and then in my room by 12pm. My Dr. requires a overnight observation stay which was nice. I was discharged on 3/1 at 10am and i couldn't wait to get home. I'm having trouble getting the 60gms of protein but i think each day will get easier. My gas pain really annoys me and it surprises me that it hurts worse then my 4 incisions. But in the end I am 100% happy with my choice.

My recommendation for evey future lapbander... GET A RECLINER BEFORE SURGERY! I didn't think about what I would need to keep myslef comfy after surgery I just worried about making sure I had the right food. I borrowed a recliner from my mother so I'm hoping tonight will be a restful night. The gas is worse then the incisions.... oh taking about incisions 1 of my small ones cracked open Dr Dietrick says this is okay to just keep it dry. I do not regret my choice to have this surgery I just wish the gas pain was easier to deal with...

Had a horrible night sleeping so we are getting me a recliner because the bed and sofa won't work. I'm having the worst pain in my left shoulder but I'm guessing this is normal. Right now I'm hanging out at my mothers since she has a nice comfy Recliner couch. Other then that I really feel good.