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I do feel restriction. My exercise has been a little less than I like so just this past Friday I got a gym membership. Do you have suggestions on the best exercise to do since I've never been athletic due to my size? harleymelm

Sorry I had no idea how to update my profile but I've since done so. I had the surgery August 30, 2012. I was 287 when I started this journey in February. On the day of surgery after working with the dieticians I was 247. Today I'm stuck at 233 and have been for weeks. That's only 14 pounds since August. What am I doing wrong? harleymelm

What am I doing wrong? I don't cheat. I don't overeat and I'm not losing.. I've got restriction for sure. Had to have 1/4cc removed because I couldn't even get Water down.. I'm so frustrated and its causing such depression. Why did I spend all this money to still be unhealthy? harleymelm

This sounds crazy I know, but does anyone else experience a terrible neck pain when full? Its like the muscles on the left side of my neck down into my shoulder seize up. Its very painful. I get the same pain when I pb. It can last up to an hour.. HELP!! harleymelm

I kept getting migraines as well fearing it was the caffeine. Found I was having a reaction to the liquid pain meds they gave me. Side effect was headaches! Wish id of known that prior to taking more of the pain Med thinking it was gonna help with the headache! harleymelm

Hi my name is harleymelm and I'm a coffeholic! I work in the medical field and drink at least a pot a day. They gave me a cup of coffee in the hospital the morning after surgery. I'm afraid to give it up for fear I'll have massive withdrawal headaches from giving up the caffeine. harleymelm

Weird upset stomach! Gurgling stomach and diarrhea (sorry TMI). As if id have just eaten some bad Chinese food.. lol harleymelm

I was banded August 30. I'm currently down 58lbs. A question I have tho is does anyone notice they are much more susceptible to upset stomach throughout the day. Not necessarily after eating. It happens frequently just at different times. harleymelm

I suffered from excruciating shoulder pain until about 2 months post-op. It will get better I promise!!! Walk walk walk!!! You'll eventually wake up one morning and its gone. Hang in there!! harleymelm

Was banded August 30 and haven't had so much as a cold. Today I'm fighting the flu and have terrible nausea and vomiting. I'm so worried about causing a slippage.. Any suggestions? harleymelm

Hope your feeling better soon mama. I know the unfill sure helped me! harleymelm

I feel your pain mama. I was so miserable and sick I know how awful it is. You will feel so much better after your appt. I honestly considered going into the ER for fluids last night. Tonight I'm taking in ALOT of Water. Good Luck! Let me know how your feeling tomorrow! harleymelm

Woke up today extremely dehydrated. Called the doc and went in and had .5cc removed. Wow what a difference! Was able to eat a cup of broccoli tonight. That's more than I've had in a week! harleymelm

Thank you so much for all the insight. Luckily for me making healthy choices in food has never been difficult for me but portion control always has been. I'm relieved to know that the feelings I've been having lately should get easier.. harleymelm

Is it because the opening is agitated by the fill? I didn't have that problem at all with the first fill. How long did you have this sensation? Its awful.. I had the surgery August 30th and have only lost 3lbs up until this fill. I need that kick start!! harleymelm

Had my 2nd fill on Thursday and am now up yo 6cc in a 10cc band. Since the fill I've been having this strange sensation in the very bottom of my throat after I eat even the smallest amount. The only relief I get is after excusing my self to the bathroom to "pb". I don't bring up food but this disgusting slime.(sorry for the graphics). I'm nervous to go have any Fluid removed because I WANT to start losing weight!!! harleymelm

I feel for you girls as well! The pain in my left shoulder was from the gas was excruciating. I initially questioned what had I done. The pain lasted the first month after surgery and I thought for sure that wasn't normal. I was assured by my amazing doctor that it would improve. My heating pad became my beat friend and saving grace. Then one day it was gone! Move and let that gas pass... You'll feel great soon. Take care of yourselves and focus on you! harleymelm

Very comforting to know Its normal to bruise. I got a 4cc fill yesterday and I sure felt a difference today at meal time! harleymelm

Had my first fill today and it was a breeze. My question is about the bruising. I understand the two tiny bruises where the needles were used but I've got a circle bruise right above where the port is. Is that normal? harleymelm

I've emailed you again. harleymelm

Thank you so much! I've emailed you. How much would you need for a copy of your recipes? harleymelm

I was banded August 30 and had my 2 week follow up on Monday. To date I don't have any Fluid in my band and feel like a failure at mealtime because I know I'm eating more than 6 oz before I'm full. Has anyone else had this issue? I can't get my first fill until Oct 9 and in my mind I'm stretching out my pouch already.... HELP harleymelm

Thank you! I know it may take a few years to reach my goal but every few lbs is an accomplishment! Starting weight January 1 2012 -- 287 Banded August 30 2012 -- 238 harleymelm

Where might we find PB2? My protein drink of choice is chocolate. The peanut butter powder would kick it up for me. Getting enough protein is my biggest downfall. harleymelm