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Im new at being banded but I will go ahead and try to answer you. 1. How long were you out of work? I dont work, but I was back at school 2 weeks after surgery. I think it all depends on how you feel after. Some people will go back to work 1 week after surgery. 2. Explain to me what getting "stuck" feels like. Im not going to lie, It Hurts! It feels like a sharp pain in your chest and it seems like you cant swallow, well that is what it felt like to me...but to avoid this, take small bites and chew very well. 3. How soon after surgery can you begin to excercise? I think you would need the stitches that are placed on the inside to heal really well. So heavy duty workouts I would wait about 4-6 weeks. Right after surgery you want to start walking right away. 4. Were you afraid to eat after the surgery? Its not that I was afraid to eat after sugery.. It was that I couldnt eat after surgery. You need the time to heal before you can eat solids. Its always good to go by what your Dr. tells you. And when you do eat.. Take small bites and chew chew chew! 5. If you have a spouse/significant other.. How did they handle your weight loss? My husband is very happy. Its not about me looking good, he happy that Im going to be healthy. We want to grow old together and I think the Lapband is going to help me do that. hehehe I hope I helped a little, Like I said im still new at all this bandster stuff. Hopefully you will get a good variety of answers!

I dont have a fill yet, I can feel my port. Actually I can still see it pop out.. Like under my skin, not "really" popping out... you know what I mean... hehe

GREAT JOB!!!!!! You are doing wonderful! I cant wait to see thoes 200's as well even though im still in the healing process im not to worried about it yet. But seeing your numbers I know I have something great to look forward to. Congratulations!!!

aileena, I also had to do a liquid diet for a week before surgery. Its easy the first few days and then it just gets harder. But its well worth it. You will do fine.

It could still be sore, Im not sure... someone else might be able to answer you better. As for me I would call my Dr. its always better to be safe then sorry. Good Luck and I hope you feel better soon!

Well I hope everything works out for you! Im glad I didnt have to do a sleep study.. doesnt sound to appealing.

Megan, I know its very hard to eat without that water. but I know you can do it. You have came so far already. Good Luck!! Take Care

Krystal, I too feel like you. I didnt start this journey at 380 but I wasnt far from it, 335 and I was creeping up. So you are not alone in this. Once you get your band you will feel like for once you will be able to achive a healthier you! There is so much support on this website. We are all like family, so just know that we are all here for you. Good Luck with everything. Take Care PM me anytime you want to talk!

That is wonderful you will have great support. I think that it helps to have someone there that understand everything you go through. Good Luck with everything! Take Care

Im back on liquids now too jamie.. of course not for the same reason. Have you called your Dr. and just asked about it, just to see what he says? Well I hope it gets better soon! Take Care

YAY!!!! grammi, Im so happy to see you got your band! It seems like you are doing really good. Just take it easy and try to walk as much as you can, that will help with the gas. Welcome to Bandland!!!

WOW Paula! you look great! and Yellow is a good color on you!

I have told everyone about my band... but I really havent seen any of them since I was banded.. But my mom does watch me eat and almost every bite she tells me be careful, and one time i patted my chest cuz i felt a burp coming up and she had a fit.. "oh my gosh are you okay do you need anything, eat slower, whats going on" Ugh mom I just needed to burp!!!! LOL I think im really going to hate people asking me how much I have lost all the time.. thats the one im really dreading...

Hi and Welcome to LBT! Im also 28, but only 2 weeks into my band! You have a wonderful success story! And you look GREAT! its an inspiration!!

Take in more portein. I thought I was going to lose hair, instead im losing less hair then before banded.. kinda werid huh.

Good Luck! You are going to do great!!!!

Im with you on horror movies Porclndoll... if I cant find a good movie.. a good horror novel will do good too. I also like comedy, romance... Spanglish was awesome movie I had to buy it so I could see it over and over again! Im such a sucker!

Im doing wonderful Brenda.. How have you been doing? -18lbs?? WOW Thats really good!

oh man you poor thing... I have heel spurs / bone spurs and mine hurt like hell... So i know what you are going through. Hope everything works out for you. even with OWD heel spurs can still hurt LOL

I have a brand new size 32 Capri's if anyone wants them. They are cream colored and have ties at the bottom. I dont think I ever worn them so they are pretty new. If anyone wants them just PM me your address. First come first serve.

wow sounds like you had a wonderful birthday weekend.... and you deserved it!!!!!!

be able to once again fit in a booth at a resturant. and not have to ask for table only.

Great job!!!! Keep it up! your doing great!

Oh man.. I too would be upset... I do hope your mom gets her flowers tomorrow.. Let us know!!

Mine were stiched inside then steri-striped on the outside... like others said every Dr. is different