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That could be true, but most of the time there are alternatives to big pills too. I personally never have had a problem taking pills of any size.

The only difficulty we present is if they have to tube is into our stomach or pump our stomach. When I had emergency surgery I had to have my band completely unfilled but it really wasn't any big deal. I think as long as you're at a hospital with a bariatric surgeon on staff you don't have anything to worry about.

As you lose weight, your stomach actually shrinks too because the fatty layer around it lessens. That's why you're suddenly finding yourself hungrier because your band is looser. I'm guessing even a small fill would help get back to a good point where hunger is controlled again.

The band isn't supposed to force you to eat slower nor is it supposed to physically stop you from eating anything. If you're expecting it do this, you are at risk for accidentally getting your band too tight. What the band is supposed to do is keep you satisfied on less food for longer periods of time. It will always be up to you to control your portions, eating speed, and make good food choices. Here's a link I think will help you: http://drsimpson.net/fills/Lap-band-eating/lap-band-not-restriction/lap-band-and-restriction.html You also have to remember that fills don't result in weight loss, eating less calories than you burn is what results in weight loss. When you have adequate Fluid in your band it's a lot easier to do that because you're not always hungry or preoccupied with food, but the fills itself have nothing to do with physically losing weight. Are you tracking calories? If not, I would, it would help assure you don't go over your daily calorie allowance. Best wishes.

Ohhhh, all the more reason your friends needs to find a band doctor and get in ASAP. She could be serious trouble I'm afraid. Btw, the specialist she must see immediately is a bariatric surgeon not another internist. Every day she goes without seeing one the greater the risk of major damage and complications with her band.

I wouldn't be messing with it, I'd be calling your surgeon and getting in for a check up immediately. An internist can't help you if it's band related, only a bariatric surgeon can. And do you mean Prilosec? If so, Prilosec won't help spasms. It's for ulcers, GERDS, reflux, etc. It's essentially to control stomach acid and related issues. Have a look: http://www.rxlist.com/prilosec-drug.htm I'd be getting into your surgeon ASAP.

For me, the choice was easy. The Band is reversible, far less drastic, and less complications. I just couldn't justify hacking out 3/4 of my stomach. If something goes wrong with the band, you can always get it removed. If something goes wrong with the Sleeve, you're out of luck because you can never get your stomach back. Plus I didn't want to deal with dumping, malabsorbtion, and nutrient deficiencies. Getting the band is by far the best decision I've ever made. I can still eat anything I want without vomiting (in moderation, of course), I'm very healthy, and I've lost almost 200 pounds in 14 months. I couldn't be happier. Best wishes!

There's a lot of causes. Sometimes chronic over eating, or NSAIDS, or carbonation, or a totally unrelated medical condition. Of course a slipped band can cause it too. Symptoms range from none at all to pain, reflux, and vomiting. If your band has eroded into your stomach, the only "cure" is removal of the band.

What an awesome accomplishment!! Congratulations!!

No, painful cramping is never normal in your stomach. I'd call your surgeon. It most people multiple fills before they have adequate Fluid in their band to satisfy their hunger. It takes time and patience. Best wishes

Your post is rather hard to read. I'm not sure what you mean by "our rights". Unless it's life threatening and you're in an ER, a doctor does not have to treat you. So you really don't have any rights in that regard. Is this the doctor who put in your band originally? Why is he referring you to another doctor?

Carbonation goes right through the band because it's a liquid, however it also expands once in the lower stomach. When this happens, it causes upward pressure on the band and can result in slips. When I was in the hospital having my band surgery, the woman sharing my room with me was in for a band replacement. She caused her band not only to slip but her stomach prolapsed up through her band because of drinking carbonation. She also regained 40 pounds. So...this is why I will never ever touch carbonation again now that I'm banded.

Yup afraid so

Good luck on your journey! Some fear is normal but if you know what you want and have the facts, then rest easy with your decision. Btw, there is no rule you can't have bread after being banded. I eat bread all the time. The only thing that is off limits after banding is carbonation. Anything else is fine in moderation.

Way cool!! Congratulations!!

It does get better once you have adequate Fluid in your band, but you also have the power to make it better too. You said you haven't made good food choice or stuck to the post op diet- that is totally within your control to change. Keep in mind that while the band will control your hunger once you have the right amount of fluid in it, it can't make good food choices for you nor is it supposed to physically stop you from eating. You will have to learn to make good choices and stick to band sized portions. Hang in there and be patient, it takes time. Best wishes.

Everyone is different but if it works for you, then yes. I don't mean that to sound as vague as it does but it's true. One thing I have learned is not to be afraid to play with your calorie range and nutritional intake levels to find what works best for you. Some do great on the range you're on, some need more, and some need less. The same goes for nutrients. Some do low carb, others don't count carbs, and everything in between. Do what works for you. If you find you stop losing for a month then maybe adjust it to see if it helps, but otherwise, just keep doing what works. Best wishes

Well unless you consumed 10,500 calories over the last 24 hours, it's not possible. The body naturally fluctuates a couple pounds from day to day, even hour to hour. I wouldn't worry about it. It's probably just Water.

Ok that's scary! Thanks for bringing it to our attention!!

Don't wait until tomorrow to go back on the liquid diet- do it now. Right now. Not another bite of food that isn't allowed on your post op diet. As others aptly stated, your concern shouldn't be stretching your pouch your concern should be ripping the new stitches out of your stomach and causing serious damage. You need to call your doctor immediately, not Monday, and tell him what you did so he can decide what the best course of action is. Best wishes.

I think we're all scared at first. Just stick to your doctor's post op diet and don't cheat. You should only be on liquids right now. You'll be fine. Best wishes.

Weight today is 225. Down 3 pounds.

congratulations!!