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The band isn't supposed to physically stop you from eating anything nor is it supposed to control your portions for you. It will always be your job to do both. This is why it's so important to stick to band sized portions. As far as foods in general, most of us can still eat the same foods we always did if we take small enough bites and chew thoroughly. I know there isn't anything I can't eat if I'm careful. Have a look at this link, I think it will help: http://drsimpson.net/fills/Lap-band-eating/lap-band-not-restriction/lap-band-and-restriction.html

I would definitely get into your doctors, both your primary care doctor and your bariatric doctor. That isn't normal. Do you have a sleep apnea? Also, didn't you just have surgery? Are you sure you have a 4cc band? Those are no longer used in the US or UK. If you do have a 4cc band then all the more reason you need to have it checked by your bariatric doctor. Best wishes

How long has your weight loss stalled?

Talk to your doctor. I still take the same things I did before being banded, including Ibuprofen in pill form. But again, talk to your doctor first to be sure it's safe for you depending on your medical history.

Actually yes, you could badly mess up your stomach by not following your post op diet exactly as your doctor directed. Stick to your post op diet and don't progress ahead of schedule or cheat. Your health and healing depends on you being compliant to your doctors orders. Best wishes

There is no way we can answer that. You will definitely have to ask your doctor and let him decide. Just remember, if he does postpone the surgery, it's a good thing. It's not worth risking serious complications or your health for an elective surgery. Best wishes.

There are far too many on the market to list them all. I would look for one that is at least 20g of Protein per serving but without a bunch of sugar or excess calories. Your doctor should have recommendations for you too.

It did for sure. I was very irregular for the first year after surgery. I would have a period, then nothing for 8 weeks, have another period then have yet another 2 weeks later. I gave up trying to track them at all because they just came so randomly. My gynecologist said weight loss, especially rapid weight loss, can really play havoc with a woman's hormones. I went on the pill about 6 months ago and now they are very regular again.

Honestly? I think genetics, amount of weight to lose, and age have a lot more to do with saggy skin than anything. You can exercise like crazy but some people just have excess skin after weight loss.

My tastes have really changed since I had surgery. I think it's as a result of my drastic diet change overall. I absolutely love salads. I crave them. I keep a variety of low fat and fat free dressing in the house, too. If someone had told me before surgery I'd be craving salads, I'd have burst into hysterical laughter lol. I've always been a big cheese fan, the only difference is now I try to stick to the lower fat brands. Thankfully, they still taste excellent. The Laughing Cow and Babybel cheeses are wonderful too. Perfect snack size. One of my most common quickie meals is jazzed up chili. I take 2/3 cup 98% fat free turkey chili with Beans and mix in 1 tablespoon of low fat cream cheese. I then sprinkle some low fat shredded cheese over the top and heat it up. It's quick, it's easy, and it tastes so good but it's very low calorie and high Protein.

I agree with TMF (I seem to say that a lot! lol), if meat is moist or tender cut I have no problem with it. But, if it's dry, forget it. Leftover meat is out of the question for me because it's just too dry and it'll get stuck.

I'm sorry but that PA was 100% wrong. Acid reflux most certainly is possible with the band, and if you are having reflux with the band then something is wrong. Acid reflux with the band is one of the first red flags of being too tight or having a slip.

Actually, it's a big misconception that there will be all these foods you can never eat again. Some people do have specific problem foods but even that list is short. Many of us, myself included, can still eat anything we want so long as we take small bites and chew thoroughly. This is just my personal opinion, but I would stop with your bucket list of food. All that will do is result in unnecessary weight gain before surgery. After you're past the post op healing phase you'll likely be able to eat it all again, anyway. Best wishes.

All the body wraps work on either thermogenic energy or diuretics- or a combination of both. They can make you shrink inches but if you stop getting the wraps then the inches come back. That is because it's not true "inches", it's water weight coming off.

From what I was reading, it seems grey vomit is a sign of bile. It could be from your band being too tight. Do you still have your gallbladder? Apparently that can cause it, too.

If your doctor wants an upper GI done, then why doesn't he just call the order for it into the hospital?

That is so wonderful! Congratulations on both your success with your band and in your marriage!

I think part of the problem may be you're expecting the band to do things it's not meant to do. You say you don't feel "full" and can eat a lot. The band isn't supposed to physically stop you from eating anything and this is exactly why it's so important to stick to band sized portions. If you are getting fills trying to get the band to stop you from eating too much, you run the risk of accidentally ending up too tight. The other thing is, if you're eating until you're full, you're likely eating too much. The band is about satiety and hunger control not fullness. What the band is supposed to do is allow you to be satisfied on less food for longer periods of time. Here's a great link that explains it all. I really think it will help you. Having realistic expectations of the band will really help you to be successful: http://drsimpson.net/fills/Lap-band-eating/lap-band-not-restriction/lap-band-and-restriction.html Best wishes. Don't give up!

Just because you can't feel a difference doesn't mean she missed. It might simply mean you need another fill or two. You can't gauge it on how it was before you were pregnant, either. Our bodies change so the amount of Fluid you need in your band can change too. I would just have them verify the amount in the band during your next visit to ease your mind.

There is no "only" 45 pounds! 45 pounds is a HUGE accomplishment! Think of it like this- you're lost the equivalent of a 5 year old child!! You look great!!

When were you banded?

Exercise, hydration, and good genes. Unfortunately some people are simply going to have excess skin and nothing will help but surgery.

There is no "right" range. Everyone is different and has different needs If this is what your nutritionist recommends then this is what is right for you.

You'll find this topic is very subjective, not only from patient to patient but from doctor to doctor. I personally prefer slow, gradual fills. It's a lot easier to gradually work into the Green Zone than it is to blow past it and try to back into it, bouncing between not enough and too tight. But that is just my opinion and my doctor's opinion.

Keep in mind you should not be gauging whether or not you need a fill based on how much you can eat. The band isn't supposed to physically stop you from eating anything or control your portions. That will always be your job and why it's important you stick to band sized portions. What the band is supposed do is keep you satisfied on less food for longer periods of time. This what should decide whether or not you need a fill- how well your hunger is controlled. I agree with Catfish, your stomach is likely swollen from the fill then likely further irritated from eating too soon after. I would go on liquids for a day or two then gradually work back to real food. If you're then still having the same problems, call your doctor and discuss a small unfill. Best wishes.