jeejee

Yes I am very happy about getting the band. I feel like I'm a new person and starting life all over again. Here's to a new beginning!

Thanks so much everyone! I thought that I wasn't doing that good.

Hi Everyone, Its been awhile.. My surgery was performed on May 29. Post-surgery I was 209 pounds. I am now 172 pounds. I had my first fill on July 12. I thought that the fill would keep me from eating as much.. but I am eating... whats wrong with me? Am I being too gready.. I am really frustrated and becoming depressed by this whole thing and need some feedback from someone to tell me what I'm doing wrong.. I am in desperate need of some advice on what to do! I am scheduled to see my surgeon on August 3rd.. :help:

Hi Fatboyslim! I'm from NY also, but my surgery was performed by Dr. Roslin at Lenox Hill Hospital. NO complications. It went beautifully! Nice to hear from my NY folks!

I was banded on May 29 and felt the same way.. I had to call up my close friends and family and talk to them about how I was feeling. I agree with everyone about the medicine. It keeps you on a low.. You will get through this. Keep posting to us. We are here for you! We are all in this together. I am rooting for you, and I know by next week- or maybe in a few days you will send us an e-mail with a smiley face. Stay strong!

Thank you so much to all of you. Everything that was posted is exactly how I'm feeling. The shoulder pain, not able to stand up straight- all symptoms that I have. Mickey I tried the heat pads and it helped!! Woohoo! I was letting it out (sorry for being so informative). I will also try the perpermint tea the the walking on all four.. interesting! Thanks everyone!

Thanks everyone! I will tryto be more patient

Thanks Mdari! I am so sore, and I can't seem to eat anything.. I know I have to eat but the gas pain makes eating uncomfortable. The only food that I can "tolerate" is sugar free jello... Any suggestions? by the way-- what kind of protein shake are you drinking?

Hello everyone, I had surgery performed on May 29. I feel... okay, but my stomache is bloated, and the gas pain is unbearable at times. Does anyone have any advice for me? When does the bloating and gas pain go away? I look like someone who is 7 months pregnant :phanvan Help!!! Is there anyting that I can drink or eat for the gas? BTW... I am not hungry at all.

I never had to get a personal trainer to get approval. I need to see a nutritionist, psych, and also my PCP every month. That was it.

Thank you so much Steinquilts!

I was approved!!! My surgery date is May 29!! WOO HOO!!!!

I was APPROVED!!!!! My surgery date is May 29. I can't wait!!! WOO HOO!!!!

Thanks Alexandra!

Alexandra, You seem like an expert on this, and I respect the advice that you have given to others thus far. My BMI is 38, and was diagnosed earlier this year with Asthma, then Sleep apnea. I also suffer from acid reflux, and dizzy spells. I have Aetna EPO, and they suggest that I have a BMI of 40 or a BMI higher than 35 between 40 w/ comorbidities. Any suggestions? My doctor submitted my pre-cert on May 4th. I am really nervous about this. I'm from New York by the way