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WOW, 6 cc in a 10 cc band on your first fill, I could be wrong , but, it sounds like you got a way larger band than you needed. I have 3.6 cc (total) after my 3rd fill. Here is wishing you all the best on your new journey to being a much healthier and slimmer person.

I love every one's replys. I fit most of them (except the painting my toes thingy!), but I do like having my shoes tied on top of instead of on the sides! 307/238/190ish banded 22 Mar 07 3.6cc in a VG band Dr. Darren Minkin Des Peres Hospital St.Louis Mo.

I went with a friend to a seminar last night that my Doctor put on , and one of the things he talked about was people who have lupus. He has had two people who had lupus, and was able to band one, but only after extra test.He has a very positive attitude about banding some one if they can pass the extra tests associated with lupus. 307/238/190ish 3.6 cc in a VG band banded 22 Mar 07 Dr. Darren Minkin Des Peres Hospital St.Louis Mo. I'M WITH THE BAND

I to have PBed, and yes it is very unpleasaent, but like Jack and WasaBB have said it is a learning experiance. Each time I have Pbed it has been a few days after a fill, and here is when you have to learn what you can and can not eat. You get a fill you get a new chance to learn, aint it great! Don't let the fear of PBing stop you from doing the best thing you can ever do for yourself. 307/238/190ish 3.6 cc in a VG band banded 22 Mar 07

Welcome to a new way of life.Take it easy, follow your doctors instructions, and you will do great! 307/238/190ish banded 22 Mar 07 Dr. Darren Minkin Des Peres Hospital St Louis,Mo 3.6 cc in a VG band

I have had several SMIRINOFF ICE and had no problems with them. I went to my 30 year high school reunion two weeks ago and had a blast.I was 40 pounds less than the last reunion, but still 50 pounds more than at graduation.Just wait till the 35 year reunion! 307/238/190ish Banded 22 Mar 07 Dr. Darren Minkin Des Peres Hospital St.Louis,Mo. 3.6cc inVG band

l. Should I eat even lighter today to prepare for the fill? 2. Do I eat breakfast in the morning or would it be better if I didn't? A. My doctor says nothing after midnight before the fill 3. Were you put on a liquid or mushy diet for a day or two afterwards? A Day 1 liquids only, Day 2 soft, mushy, baby food consistancy, Day3 back to regular foods 4. Does it hurt or is it just uncomfortable? A.I had no problems, only slight pressure 5. Any possible problems with "finding" the port? A. My doctor uses flouro so it is easy 6. What is the possibility of feeling some "restriction" with 1st. fill? A. I have noticed that I eat less with each fill and have to learn to adjust my intake with each fill. I have PBed with each fill! (NOT FUN) 307/238/190ish Banded 22 Mar 07 Dr.Darren Minkin Des Peres Hospital St.Louis, Mo. 3.6cc in a VG band I'M WITH THE BAND

I only told a very few people in my family in the begining,and no one at work. I knew I was going to have it done, so I started dropping little hints before I was banded. I talked about how I joined a gym and was just cutting back on my food intake,and giving up drinking soda. As the weight started coming of no one was really suprized, as they all knew I was back on a diet again!I finally came clean with my family after about 3 months and still have not told any one at work and do not plan on ever telling them. For me, this has been the best decision I have ever made for my self and do not regret it in the least.( even when i'm PBing,which has only been 3 times )Don't want to scare any one off! 307/238/190ish Banded 22 Mar 07 Dr. Darren Minkin Des Peres Hospital St.Louis, Mo. I'M WITH THE BAND

SD Chic, I agree, that is one heck of a goal, to be so thin, you have to duct tape your port down! 307/238/190ish Banded 22 Mar 07 Dr Darren Minkin Des Peres Hospital St.Louis Mo. I'M WITH THE BAND

Hello Paula, My insurance gave me fits during the process, and I had to fight them a little bit. I started in early Jan. and was approved in mid Feb.and wanted to get it done. I had all of the pre op testing done by the end of Feb. and was ready, but Dr. Minkin made me wait,(can you believe it ,HE WANTED TO TAKE A VACATION, THE NERVE OF THE GUY!) LOL! I can say that this is the best decision that I have ever made in my life Alan

Hello Chris and pbaus, I had my band placed by Dr. Minkin back in March,and love it. Dr. Minkin is a great guy. I'm am attending the seminar on the 14th with a friend,who is very interestd in the band since he has seen how well I have done.Hope to see you there. 307/238/190ish Banded 22 Mar 07 Dr. Darren Minkin Des Peres Hospital St. Louis, Mo. I'M WITH THE BAND

I mix Walmart brand, orange and fruit punch for a different taste, about 85% orange 15% fruit punch. I even have my wife hooked on it! We save our bottled water containers and reuse them for drinks on the go!

Don't sweat it, the fill is nothing to worry about. My doc numbs the area first,then uses then uses a special needle designed just for fills. I feel just slight pressure, not enough to even talk about. liquids only on the day of the fill, mushies the next day, then back to what ever i want. 307/248/190ish I'M WITH THE BAND!