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As my doctor explained to me, everyone is different on how many CC's are appropriate for that person at that time in their journey. Sounds like right now your fill is right where it should be. As you begin to lose weight your band will loosen and not be as effective. That is when you should schedule a fill. My doctor explained eventually you will hit what is so called a sweetspot. Each time though when you get a fill you take a chance for possible swelling and at worst slippage. I have had the same fill for the past year. I have maintained my weight, but I haven't been losing. I know what I am doing wrong though, and I am on my way to getting back on track. Mint it sounds to me you are right on track.

I am so sorry you are having problems with your band, but your health is number one priority. I agree you should go to the ER, or lapband doctor and tell them your issues.

Oh my ladybug you brought tears to my eyes, I am so happy for you and your family. Definitely friend me, I wish I had signed up at this site two tears ago. It is just so wonderful to have people that know where I am and where I going in this new part of our lives. Do not be nervous though, it was one of my easier surguries. I saw people being concerned with gas, but it is really no more than what you get from protein shakes. I just kept the chawable gasx. well have a great Day!

Wow, She nailed it Good Luck!

Well you guys have a great weekend you might think I'm nuts but I have to get ready for a protein shake tasting party!! Chat with you soon! Stay Strong, Positive, and Excited!

Ladybug, You will do fantastic and I tell you it falls off quickly. Don't buy new clothes for awhile because in a week they won't fit. I have been 170 this whole past year now, but I have started a new program to kick it back in gear. So I am pumped again. I lost 5 pounds this past week, gotten back on my shakes, just follow the program. My sister had lapband same time as me and never got a fill, nothing God Bless Her she just couldnt give up food.

Stephanie, It has truly been an awsome ride. You will see, I did go to my meetings in the beginning, and I am getting ready to go back.

Oh My Thank you so much Guys!!! It is a wonderful ride and I am just excited for all us that have taken that plunge. If you haven't had surgery honestly it was the easiest surgery I have ever had. I wish I did it years ago. In the beginning in your mind there is alittle adjustments in your life, and that is where this site will help you. You no longer have that habit of reaching for food. .

Oh my I Love this site. I don't know why I didn't sign up sooner.Just to have people who are joining the journey or on it. I had surgery in 2008. Louisville Dr. Shina. In beginning I worked out but I am disabled and fell, so I have to take it somewhat easy. Still I am more active then I ever was before the lapband. I am right now sipping on a shake I made with caramel sugar free coffee syrup, decaf coffee, alittle cocoa, low fat silk protein milk and my new protein.. I'm in heaven!!

By following doctors orders is staying on liquids 2 weeks after, Do your protein shakes and vitamins.. when on food you will know what you can and can't... don't even try bread that carb is over LOL Consider your surgery day a Birthday of the new you!!

I tried Unjury and so so... Adkins mocha chocolate pretty good.. But this one I have gotten involved in is delicious!! Tons of support, recipes, etc... check it out when you are ready.. Good Luck with surgery.. I promise it is not bad at all. Good Luck Sherry When you are ready check out. If your in Louisville when they have show and tell at the meetings I am gonna have a tasting party http;//sherrybellingham.myvi.net

I am new to the site as well, and wish I had followed afterf my surgery. I am two years out and 150 pounds lighter. I got off track for awhile and of course with spring around the corner I'm Back!! Good Luck with your surgery truly a piece of cake!! (pun on words) I'm involved in a great new product,k it is a new protein shake that is sweeping the nation. Been on it 4 days and lost 5 pounds. Get excited for the new you!! Best Wishes, Sherry http;//sherrybellingham.myvi.net

Kristen, I am 2 years out 150 pounds lighter!! Don't be nervous it was the easiest surgery I have ever had. Just follow the guidelines your doctor order, makes life easy. Get Excited you have a new exciting life ahead of you.

Oh My Gosh I love this site, I am 2 years out and have lost 150 pounds. You guys I am so excited for your new beginning, new March Babies Birthday Good Luck and Best Wishes!! I started getting on a sugar kick, so much I was afraid I was Dibetic, but I found a new Protein shake I Love and I am back on track!! You guys have a Wonderful year ahead of you!!! Bets Wishes, Sherry http;//sherrybellingham.myvi.net

I live in the Louisville area and got my lapband 2008 Dr. Shina. I lost 150 pounds and then this past year I was at a stand still, and craving and eatting too much sugar. I have found a new protein shake that I absolutely LOVE. It taste list sweet cream, and can be added of course to shakes, soups, oatmeal, you name it. People decribe it as cakemix. I started it 4 days ago and have lost my cravings of sweets, and lost 5 pounds. I love the stuff. Plus they give you so many recipes and support. There is an option where you can get your product free, and even make money doing it. I hope to introduce it at one of our local meetings. Check out my website http;//sherrybellingham.myvi.net. I also have the vitamins and tried them today, having a hard time with them due to size, but I absolutely love shakes.

I have had the lapband since 2008 and I have lost 150 pounds. The past year I have been at a stand still. I have a new protein shake that is delicious!! Has a flavor of sweet cream people decribe it as cake mix. This allows you all kinds of recipes. Since I have been doing this shake just 4 days ago I have lost 5 pounds. It has given me a ton of energy. I had gotten into eatting nothing but sugar which was starting to scare me but this shake gives me so many options I do not crave the sweets. It is a new protein shake sweeping the nation. It has just come into the Louisville Ky area and I am so excited about it. Check out my website to get more information. I am back on track!! Http;sherrybellingham.myvi.net. Tons of recipes

I had my lapband 2 years ago and have lost 150 pounds. I had my surgury at Surbuban medical center in Louisville Ky. Follow your rules and weight will just melt off. This past year my weight has been at a stand still. I have recently found this new shake that is sweeping the nation and is absolutely deilicious. Tons of recipes and support. I am now back to losing weight, I have been on the product for only 4 days and lost 5 pounds. They have vitamins etc. Check out my website http;//sherrybellinghasm.myv.net I have tried several different shakes and this one I have found the tastiest. It has a sweet cream taste, people describe it as a cake mix taste. I live in Louisville you can contact me on my website, if you have any questions about lapband, I have had several tightenings and at this time at my so called sweetspot. You have a fantastic year ahead of you, if I can help with any support feel free to contact me. Good Luck!i