meggie0413

Thanks, Sallie! That helps!

Hi March Bansters! How is everyone doing? I was banded on 3/13 and I have now plateaued for the last 4 weeks at 52 lbs lost. I even feel my hunger starting to creep back in. Any suggestions on best way to overcome a plateau?!? I'm so frustrated!! Thanks in advance!

My doctor doesn't even believe in the pre-op diet. I ate normally right up until 36 hours before surgery, and then just liquids the day before!! You will be fine! Best of luck!! Best decision I ever made!

A week ago today I had my third fill (7.5cc in a 10cc band). I am able to keep liquids and some solid foods down. However, I have thrown up many foods I think I should be able to eat, (dark meat chicken, egg whites, etc.) and I am chewing my food completely / taking small bites.

Like I said, I am keeping down some things. And I had been successful with the previous fill. I have lost 46 lbs since my surgery in March.

But has anyone else experienced this after a fill? Did it get better and you adjusted to the "new normal" or should I consider having some saline removed?

Mine too--first fill after 6 weeks and then every 4 weeks. I just had my third fill today!

Banded March 13' date=' 2013.....have had two fills and I am not doing well. Haven't lost anything since surgery. Watched my diet and added exercise 3X a week. Until now seems I am on a binge.....have appointment with the doctor tomorrow for another fill. I am in the hunt for my green zone.[/quote']

Hang in there! I just had my third fill today--7.5 cc in total now. I am just now feeling the true restriction! My surgeon says some patients will not hit their green zone until 9.5! Patience is a virtue many if us lack, but we didn't get into this mess over night!

Down 45 lbs and counting! Already planning my 50 lb reward to myself!

I was banded on 3/13 along with a hernia repair. I am still having a lot of shoulder pain from the hernia repair. Has anyone else had this shoulder pain? How long will this last?

My doctor said liquids only the day of the fill.

Hi March Banders!

I was banded on 3/13/13, and I have lost 30 lbs in total (16 post op)! Loving my choice to get banded! I had my first fill yesterday (4cc), and it did not hurt at all! I am finally feeling less hungry!! Thank goodness! Best of luck, everyone!