Betty Lue

Yes, but mine hurts always on the left side.

I still drink protein drinks. I found out sometimes when I can't get anything to go down I can always get that protein shake to go down.

I Had my lap band done in Acuna, Mexico. Dr Jose Rodriguez was my doctor. Had it done a little over a year ago and I've lost 70lbs. My ticker still says 65 but I don't know how to reset it. Anyway Dr. Rodriguez and his staff are great!

Dr Rodriguez was my doctor. I can only say good things about him. His staff is wonderful, treated me really good. The Hospital is small but very clean. I don't think you would go wrong by going to him.

Hi, Hows everyone doing? Got any new ideas for food. I'm tired of the same old thing!

I lost 19 lbs first week.

Hi Don, glad to hear your still hanging in there. Hope you get approved soon! ~Betty

Dr. Carroll did'nt do my surgery, but he does all my fills. He's a great guy, straight to the point kind of person. I think you will like him. I was self pay and had my surgery done in Mexico. ~Betty

I'm so happy for you that being on the liquid diet fixed your problem. Good Luck!

Good Luck to you mel 25 and Elyssa. I'm so happy for you. I have been banded a little over a year and have no regrets. Your in for the ride of your life. ~Betty

No regrets, I have been banded just a little over a year. It's the best money I ever spent, and the best thing I feel great! ~Betty

I weigh only once a week only. I've notice if I weigh daily its up and down because of fulid. I weigh on Monday right when I get out of bed. ~Betty

Thats great! I'll be sure to watch. ~Betty

You'll be fine.My doctor does not numb the port area, but it's still not painful, just a little stick.

Could anyone tell me what medicine's are off limit for people who have lap bands. I hear so many different things.... ~Betty

YES I have. People treat you dfferent when your big. It really hurts and can cause you to think bad about yourself.

Hi, here is another in her forties. Ha! I've been banded a little over a year and doing great. I've got a 4cc band, and I have 2.5cc's in it. Having the band was the best money I ever spent!

This is the strangest thing I have ever heard! Who is your doctor?

I use splenda all the time , never had any trouble.

I've been 1 yr. 2 months out. I have had no complications. I'm 10 lbs from my goal. I've reach my Dr's goal. The only thing sometimes I take to big of bites and up it comes. Thats my fault. I love my band, it has been a true life saver.

You are in for the ride of your life. Good luck! ~Betty

Good Luck to you Tracy!

Melissa, I'm so happy for you. Your in for the ride of your life! ~Betty

Hi Melissa, Im from Greenville, Ms. Good Luck with everything.

My port area always feels a little sore for a few days, but never sharp pains.