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My reasons were the same as stated from everyone above. The only thing I would add is that I figured if the time came that I needed to have it removed because of complications, I am thinking the options might be better because they will have more information or maybe better options by that time. Good luck with your decision. ~~~Stephanie

Yea that does not sound good. I agree with feelinggood you should check with your Dr. or go to the ER. ~~~Stephanie

Did you have surgery? If so when? Did you recently have a fill? Your profile said undecided on surgery. Sorry can't help you with an answer. Maybe with some more information it would be easier to give some help. ~~~Stephanie

I'm sorry your struggling with your decision. Me personally, I could always lose the weight or lose some of the weight, and I would always put it back on. The reason I decided to go through with this is 1 I have 125 pounds to lose and 2 is because it is successful at helping you keep it off. I was tired of doing the same thing and getting the same results, so I had to try something different. As far as having it removed I know that insurance will only pay to have it removed if there is a medical necessity. If you pay out of pocket you may be able to have it removed but it is not recommended. ~~~Stephanie

It could be. I was banded Tuesday also, the only pain is at the port site and for some reason the gas is worse today and it is painful. The gas makes my chest hurt, and I'm in a lot of pain form that. Don't know if that helped you at all. Good luck with your recovery. ~~~Stephanie

Barictric Advantage.com has Bariatic Advantage meal replacement shakes, they are good no after taste. And than they sell nectar which has juice flavors and they are really good. ~~~Stephanie

Yogurt and granola. love it. Can't have it right now though, I'm only on liquids. If you let it sit the granola will soften up some, if you need that. ~~~Stephanie

I did it thanks, now I know how to put on pics like other people. ~~~Stephanie

Here is my incisions 4 days post op, my stomach is still real swollen too, along with the fat I hope to get rid of soon. ~~~Stephanie

It depends on your Dr., they usually want you on a Protein shake or drink. One is clear one is milky. The best thing to do is talk to your Dr. They did not give you a list on what you could have? Sorry I could not be more help. I was on a high protein clear liquid diet and was able to have 3 to 4 protein shakes(the milky ones)a day along with Clear liquids. ~~~Stephanie

I also started to change eating habits before my surgery, and one of the hardest was eating slow and chewing thoroughly. I think it was harder then because I was busy and I wasn't banded so I knew down inside I did not have to, nothing bad would happen. But now that I'm banded I know that is now not the case. I'm still only on liquids till a week from Tuesday and then I'll be on mushies, that will be the test. I know I have had to drink slower and that's not been to hard because once you do it wrong you won't do it again, at least not for me. So if I eat too fast now I know there will be a price to pay and it will only take one mistake to correct the problem. ~~~Stephanie

You could look up information on the Vagus nerve. I know it starts in the brain and then separates into all different parts of the body one of those parts being the stomach. They say pressure is put on it by the band and effects the appetite and other things. You might want to do some research and see if it effects the erectile function. Just a thought. `~~Stephanie

How do you add a picture like you did? I was going to post my incisions. I have the picture on my phone,I think I can transfer it to the computer. ~~~Stephanie

Are you 2 1/2 weeks out from surgery? If so, I'll only be on mushies by then. I'm sorry you feel off the wagon but I'm also jealous you get to eat real food, I have to wait till the 5th week for that. Good luck jumping back on the band wagon. ~~~Stephanie

I was banded on the 28th. I also had a hiatal hernia repair. I've had some discomfort in my chest I think it is either from the repair or gas. It might be the same for you. If it is severe pain you should call your Dr. ~~~Stephanie

I forgot to add it also helps with not feeling week and tired.

For my height of 5ft3in I'm suppose to have 79 grams of protein a day. If I knew how tall your were I could get the protein amount for you, I have a list from my Dr.. My Dr. pushes protein because it helps in weight loss and satiety. I would not go against anything your Dr. has told you about protein and your diet plan though. ~~~Stephanie

You can also try magnesium citrate, it comes in a liquid form and in a couple different flavors. From what I remember it does not taste extremely bad, still not the best thing to drink though. Good luck, and yes if that does not work I'd see about an enema or your Dr. ~~~Stephanie

I have not tried unjury, but I have tried nectar (fuzzy Navel flavor) it is really good. If you want a change from the milky ones it's really good and has a good Protein amount. Just thought I'd mention it in case you were looking for some different ones. ~~~Stephanie

Thanks for telling me. I so hope she is going to be OK. ~~~Stephanie

Oh I almost forgot you will want to take a pillow for the car ride home to hold your stomach over bumps and turns. ~~~Stephanie

Are you getting in enough Protein? ~~~Stephanie

I have to wait three weeks before I can be submerged in Water, I think it has something to do with infection. The best thing is to ask your Doc. ~~~Stephanie

Good luck with your journey. I just got banded Tuesday and this site was a god sent to help me prepare. You'll do great ~~~Stephanie