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PS...Better than bouillion was my best friend that week. Haven't been able to touch the stuff since! Cindy

Renewed Hope, yes I too had a liquid diet. Mine was only for 10 days, though. The first 3 days were the toughest for me. It finally passes, however. Good luck, it'll be great!! Cindy

Renewed Hope, Good luck on Wednesday, you'll be so happy I just know it. Please let us know how you are when you feel up to it. Cindy

Mona Patti, I can also attest to the Glasgows. They and their office staff are just fabulous. Good luck to you. Cindy

Wintersunshine, By the way, sometimes this procedure is covered by insurance. Mine was. I have Harvard Pilgrim. I had to only pay $500 copay at the hospital. Good luck with your research. Cindy

Wintersunshine, I am glad you got your questions answered. It is a big decision to make, and not to be made lightly. I'm sure you'll do what's best for you. Good luck and please post again to let us know where you're at!! Cindy

Hi Diane, thank you SO much for answering all my questions (there were SEVERAL)!!. And No, I did not fall asleep!! You look so awesome, that now I am getting excited for the possibility that next year it may be in the cards for me. I AM going to start looking around and talking to people to see who is reputable around here for ps. I'll probably wait several more months, however, to make the initial appointment for a consult. Like you said, it hasn't been all that long and I need my head and body to be on the same page. My good friend is about 6 weeks ahead of me, and she is now in the process of researching ps as well. She spoke to our surgeon and got a name. It's a start. I want to be really really comfortable with the outcome and scar lines, etc. Your suture line looks PERFECT!! I wonder if I should travel to your surgeon. That might make for a very uncomfortable, long ride/flight home to MA. Thanks so much again for sharing Cindy

Diane, you are looking awesome. I hope to someday be as brave as you! I'm still in the beginning stages, just banded in May, so I have a ways to go yet. Did you get to your goal first, or just close to it? and how did you decide when the best time to do it was (weight loss wise I mean). Did the ps tell you when a good time to have the surgery was weight wise? Maybe I'll start investigating for a good ps in MA now, so I'll be comfortable when I'm ready. How long did it take you from when you consulted with him, till the surgery date? Thanks, sorry for all the questions Cindy

Wintersunshine, The lap band isn't a "magic cure". We still have to work at it. It is a tool that helps us get to our goal. Exercise is key, and something that I'm really trying to work on more consistently. That and drinking lots of Water. Some people like to follow weight watchers and with the band's restriction, helps them to stay on track. You will find what works best for you. Good luck in your journey. Cindy

Good luck to all those newly banded. It is so worth it, I love my band! Margie, I know it's hard, but the time will truly fly by. The liquid diet isn't so fun, but the payoff makes it worthwhile. The 31st will be here before you know it. I'm keeping my fingers crossed about the insurance coming through right on time for you. Anyone going to Dr. Glasgow's support meeting next Tuesday night? Cindy

Diane Good luck tomorrow. I'm so excited for you. Write when you feel up to it. Cindy

Wasabubblebut, Your weight loss is fantastic, you're my idle! I love readying your posts!! By the way, sorry for the ignorance but what is OH. I know it's obviously a sight, like LBT, but also for weight loss? Thanks Cindy

Babs, Good luck, we'll be waiting to hear from you, when you're up to it! Cindy

Diane, good luck with your upcoming surgery. Not long to wait now!! Cindy

It is bulky. What I do is have an automatic shipment from Unjury every month. It kind of helps with storage. I do only get two flavors, though. Just a suggestion. Cindy

Now THAT'S a good question!! Cindy

I'm wondering if you could be having gas pains. Gas does weird things, and I know I experienced something similar to what you are describing. Just a thought. Cindy

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It will be so worth it. I love my band! Keep us posted on your happenings. Cindy

Oh Sue, Sorry I forgot to answer, I got carried away! The fill was not bad at all, he does it in the office. You lie on the exam table with a pillow under your back, he gives you a shot to numb the area, then fills the port. It takes less than 5 minutes. Then he walks out to the lobby with you where he makes sure you can drink some water without any problem. And as always, he wants you to call if you have any problem whatsoever. PS I hope you're feeling better after your "stuck" episode. Not fun. I've pb'd and slimed, but never actually gotten stuck. (thank goodness). That must have been a scary feeling. Maybe I'll see you at the September support meeting. Have you gone to any? I've been to a couple and find them informative. Cindy

Hey Sue. Their office staff is great, very caring, as are both the Glasgows. I have nothing but good things to say about the whole experience. I was banded May 10, and have had 3 fills (1.5cc total). For me, it's working. I just have to constantly pay attention and chew, chew, chew, and slowly at that. I've noticed I can't tolerate untoasted bread, and hamburger. What I liked about the fills, Dr. Adam started conservatively at .7cc. He said if that was not enough, to call and come in in the next few days. I waited about 2 weeks because I was nervous and wanted to make sure. I then went in and he gave me a total of 1 cc. A few days later (and more confident now), I went in for .5 more. The scale has started to move again, so I think for now, this is fine. I'm in no hurry (well, I want the weight off yesterday, but I'll take 1 - 2 pounds a week). I'm really hoping that I won't get that really baggy skin and have to have surgery if I lose it slowly. If you have any other questions, please just ask. Cindy

Good luck Boston Chic and Lorna. You'll do great! These last couple days will really fly by (I know it doesn't seem it, but they will). Check in after your surgery and update us when you feel up to it. Cindy

Marjon9, Well said!! Cindy