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The no gum rule is due to accidental swallowing of the gum. If this happens it can cause big problems getting stuck and not dissolving.

I had a very itchy rash with bright red dots all over my stomach, side, and lower breast area. I talked to my doctor about it and he said its most likely due to the anticeptic solution they used right before surgery. I used a hydro cortizone cream for about a week and it went away.

Sounds delicious! I'll have to try it!

I've tried Greek yogurt in the past and never liked it. I always thought it was too thick so I wasn't a fan. Recently I've tried plain Greek yogurt in place of sour cream...on baked potatoes, meatless chili, etc. It is really good and has 17 grams of protein. Don't get me wrong it doesn't taste as good as sour cream but it's an excellent substitute.

Thank you both for the comments. I'm going to bed now so I stop thinking about food...lol

Today is the 7th day of clear liquids and I feel really weak. My banding is tomorrow so I can make it, but it's been a rough week.

I had to do the same. I asked why they did this and they told me so there are no surprises when the Dr. performs surgery (ulcers, tumors, etc).

Thanks everyone and I'm so happy to see 7 1/2 and 10 years.

Ms Maui, would you mind sharing what complications you are having?

Hi Everyone, I'm just curious to see how many years everyone has had the lap band. I'm will be banded on 4-22 and haven't read many over 5 years. I'm just curious about the long term success rate with the same band.

I have to turn in a doctors note to my employer to take a few days off for lap band surgery. I don't want anyone at work to know and would like the note to be as discrete as possible. Can anyone give advise on this? Also, what are you telling co-workers? Thanks.