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No they didn't.. I called again and she thought I was possibly having a gall bladder attack so I went for a sonogram. Nothing there. I'm actually feeling much much better. I think I was having a food intolerance or over eating or something? Anyway I'm feeling better thank goodness. My weight loss has slowed a lot. I have an appointment tomorrow. It's been a month since I've had a fill... I'm not sure if I need one or not. My portion sizes have gotten a little too big...trying to get it back under control.

This is common. Have you tried laying with your hips and legs elevated? It allows the gas to release the other direction and reduces pain in your upper body. Walk walk walk...

Went to see the NP on Monday. She thinks I'm fine. Believes it could be constipation or a muscle spasm. Here it is Thursday and I'm still having some discomfort. No reflux, vomiting or stuck episodes. No trouble swallowing and no coughing. Just this awkward pressure feeling in my left abdominal area and near ribcage. I've used milk of Mag and miralax and I've had bowel movements. I'm annoyed I kind of feel bloated too:(

Good to know. It's been better the last two days. Called my docs office and explained. They felt like I was ok because there are no other concerning signs and its not too bothersome. I figure its either constipation or swelling from my cycle...

Tell me more about your fit bit. I'm thinking about getting one.

Only off and on yesterday. It's better today. It's lower in my abdomen. Almost like menstrual cramps. Has anyone experienced a change in menstrual cramping after surgery?

I voted for you! Good luck!

Having a dull ache/pain on my left upper abdominal area today. So worried that its a slip... Haven't had any complications that would cause a slip that I'm aware of anyway... I'm so worried!

Thanks. My port is on my right side. I'm really worried about it now.

I've been experiencing a dull pain/ache in my upper left abdominal area today. In my mind its band related. I had a fill ast week but haven't felt like there have been complications. A couple of stuck episodes because my bites were too big but that was a couple of days ago.

I've been experiencing a dull pain/ache in my upper left abdominal area today. In my mind its band related. I had a fill ast week but haven't felt like there have been complications. A couple of stuck episodes because my bites were too big but that was a couple of days ago. Anyone experienced this?

I found a great one this week that a friend ( who is a trainer) recommended. Tracy Anderson Method. Tracy Anderson Metamorphosis. It's a little awkward at first but the sessions are short but you REALLY feel it. Some of her first videos are in the bins at Walmart for low low prices!

Are you eating at least 3 oz of protein first and not drinking 20 min before and after meals?

Thank you all for the helpful posts. I'm thankful for LBT. Its nice to get encouragement and support. Friends who are not banded usually have good intentions but its just not the same...

I really need to have someone hide my scale. Its become my morning ritual. Use the restroom, step on the scale. I told myself if the number went down or stayed the same then I was still doing well. But...it has budged and I feel like I;m doing fine so I better stop. I don't want to get discouraged and I'm committed to getting healthier.