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Went to Walmart the the pharmacist looked at me like I was crazy. I will try the Trader Joes or GNC tomorrow. Otherwise I can probably get it on line. Right?

I had the same thing happen several times. The scale would stop and my body would catch up. Sizes changed and clothes were bigger. I think that sometimes it takes our bodies time to catch up with the losses. I really didn't notice things getting bigger as I was losing. It was almost like the scale had to stop and then I would see the difference in my body.

I looked at Walmart and they didn't have it. Any ideas where else I can find it. I am using Nexium and praying that this reflux stops.

I told my husband, my mom, my sister and 1 close friend. My kids ages 8 and 12 were told that I had surgery on my stomach. No one except my husband and kids see my stomach so there was no need to explain the scars no anyone else. As far as people asking how I am losing weight I tell them that am on South Beach. The loss is slow and steady so no one has figured it out.

Desert Mom- Hopefully being unfilled will help-I have been unfilled for 3 1/2 months. I am taking nexium which seems to be helping. I am also trying to avoid foods that seem to aggravate. I never had the bringing more the pain in the breastbone area. Should clear up soon.

I think I am going to have to give this a try. I would love to lose a pound-it would put me under "onederland" I guess I could substitute chicken for beef. ( I don't eat beef) Wish me luck.

Oh my gosh. Talk about a rough start. I hope that you are feeling better and are recovering quickly.

Stayed the same again. I guess I should be happy, no fill and not gaining. This week I am going to try to exercise more, maybe that will jump start me.

I never had heart burn or reflux until about 9 months post band. The Doctor cannot explain why it started because most people get rid of it. Oh lucky me!

One of the girls I work with had both done. I think she was banded in Hackensack NJ

I had 2 fills one of about 1.6 and another to make it 2.6 total. I am very happy with my clothing sizes, I started at a 24 and am wearing a 14 most of the time. The best thing is that I can go into my closet and have a choice. I know that I have a ways to go but it doesn't seem so insurmountable now that I have taken off a "chunk" Mandy-have you looked into the Plastic surgery? I think I may need some when I reach goal. I have the ugliest thighs on the planet-alien like skin. Thought they would go back to the way they were when I was younger but so far it isn't happening.

I had to get an unfill in March after, some reason getting too tight. Then I had several bouts with the gallbladder and had that removed. Then to top it all off I developed reflux. I cannot understand the reflux thing because I have never had it before and I thought the band helped those who did have it get rid of it. But now that the gastro doctor has me on nexium it seems to be under control Now I have to wait for a while (per my band Dr) to get a fill. I am not really worried because for unexplained reasons I have had a bit of restriction for about a week. I was a little scared while everything was hpapening, I thought that something was wrong but I really believe that it is OK now. I don't exercise as much as I should (not even close) How about you? Are you involved in an exercise program? Have you had any problems?

Hi-I cannot believe it has been almost a year. I am pretty happy with my weight loss. Have had some ups and down through the year but have managed to keep it going. I know that had I not decided on the band I would never be this weight. I have been able to get clothes "out of hiding" (i have several boxes and sizes packed away in my basement) I am wearing clothes that I haven't seen in 10 years and never thought I would wear again. I am thrilled with my progress but like many others I kind of wish it was faster.

It takes time for your body to adjust. Make sure that you are drinking enough water. Don't worry it will pick up.

I couldn't feel it when I was 1st banded. I can feel it quite easily now. Mine is under my left ribcage.

Fantastic!!! You must be thrilled.

You are truly inspiring. Congratulations on you losses as well as the gain of yourself.

The only thing about the band that I regret is that I didn't get it sooner. I haven't had any major problems, had my gallbladder out, had to be unfilled because of reflux but I do not regret getting my band. I am down nearly 70 pounds, I feel great and I can run and play with my kids. The band takes work, it takes dedication and it takes patience. It isn't fast and furious it is slow and steady.

15 pounds made such a major difference. I cannot believe it!! You look great!

What you are feeling is so normal. I had my moments like that. They will pass. I was so sure that I had made a mistake. Now, about 10 months later I couldn't be happier, I know I didn't make a mistake I make a great choice. You will not believe how good you feel in just a short time. I hated the isopure-actually had to try several different kinds until I found something I liked. Try some different ones, some appeal to some and not others.

You have done wonderful! You must be so proud of yourself. Your inches lost are amazing. Keep up the great work!

I stayed the same this week. Was given the bad news that the band doctor will not let me get a fill until i see the gastro doctor in June. This is going to be hard!!!

I stayed the same this week. Was given the bad news that the band doctor will not let me get a fill until i see the gaso doctor in June. This is going to be hard!!!

I can eat fruit in small amounts. When I am really craving it I get the pre-dished packs, you know, like the ones you pack in a kids lunch. I also put some unsweetened applesause in the freezer and have a apple-sauce slush. My snaks are few and far between but if I am starving I make a protien shake.

I get restricted the week before my period. With ot without a fill. I wish it was mre consistant but I guess we cannot control that. I do try to drink more water during that time and it seems to help a little bit.