shonda

Hello, I was banded 5-29 and have lost 20 + pounds. I did 8 days of the asked 10 day preop diet. I can eat anything but I do feel full and it hurts. I have been able to eat anything since about 10 days after surgery or maybe before, not sure didn't try it. Doctor says that that is not normal ( nice to hear that I am not normal, HA HA). I am waiting for my 1st fill. I am staying steady at 20 - 22 lbs. and I want to lose more. I am worried that I won't have any problems and will keep eating and gain or stay the same weight I am now. So I feel for you and I hope that everything comes out okay for you. Feel free to email me and I will keep u posted. Take Care Shonda

Well Hello Donna, Thanks for the bit of confidence. I am not sure what size of band that I have. I went to the support meeting today and Jean told me to start on 2 days of the liquid again. I am going to do it. I want the weight to come off and stay off. I gotta follow what they say and I will try the protein drink in the morning for breakfast. Thanks again and good luck. Shonda

Hello I was banded on 5-29-07 by Dr. Clarey at Southview. I have lost 21 pounds so far. Having no problems eating anything, which scares me, but I am walking and losing the weight. I still have some tenderness around the port area but nothing like the first few days. Is there anyone out there that is having problems with feeling hungry or tired? Please repond and let me know. I only know the girl that had surgery the same day as me and that is the only person I talk to about it. I plan on going to the meeting and meeting new Lap-Band patients. GOOD LUCK AND BE EXCITED ABOUT YOUR NEW LIFE.