caligal

Not to be alarmed, it is normal to feel what you are feeling.

The (substitute) surgeon didn't buy that either. I don't know what I can say, that's the way it is...

I have the same problem; I hate it. I don't know if to fill or unfill. It's absolute madness. I know I can't handle this tightness, I am eating all the wrong foods. I need my protein/veggies and fruits. Today I see the surgeon and am asling him to take .75cc's maybe I can get back on track. ~Teresa

No, I don't think there is such a thing....But! when I get a fill, I don't feel the effect for quite some time (3-5 weeks later). I am now at 6 weeks since my last fill and I am so tight I can't stand it. I think it is so wierd to feel the tightness of the band so much later than when I had the fill. Does anyone have the same problem? If so, had you spoken with the doctor about it and ask him/her why this happens? Would love to know if anyone out there has experienced the same thing. Thanks. Teresa

I had a revision on a flipped port, too. Went in for surgery under general anesthesia. Was in a little pain, stayed home for a week. The fill before, I was in a lot of pain for several days and then went in 6 weeks later to get a fill. I had no idea that I had a flipped port until the doctor told me I did because he couldn't access the port to give me a fill.

You really need to stay away from food like that. It's going to get stuck and you'll end up vomiting, which in return COULD cause port or band problems. This is really important get that junk out of your house and go for a walk. Stop sabotaging yourself.

Yes, this is what they call restriction. In my experience, I could never eat scrambled eggs. I can eat runny poached eggs but that's it. It is time for you to take pea size bites and chew, chew, chew. I know how that pain in the chest feels, it is HORRIBLE. Stay on your water and liquids for 2-4 days. Broths, pudding, protein shakes, liquid food that is nutritious.

Dr.Quiroz is an excellent plastic surgeon. I know a woman who had surgery by him, she is the leader of our support group. She is on the front page of his brochure and has a BARBIE doll figure. Their are also numerous women from the support group whom have had full body lifts by him. I have seen his work and he does an excellent job.

Put me down 41 pounds since 9/07/07. Pre-op loss: 26

I had my port flip and had to have surgery again. My doctor gave me general anesthesia and replaced my port. Then, he sewed the port and tube tighter into the abdominal wall. My insurance paid for everything.

Put me down for 37 pounds, since 09/07/07. Teresa (caligal)

Since I had never experienced this before from the beginning of my surgery, I was wondering if other lapbanders get heartburn.

I had lapband 6 months ago. Ever since then, I have had No acid reflux, no heart burn. All of a sudden, 2 days ago I have terrible heartburn and right now, my back is in so much pain. Does anyone know what could be the cause of this??? Thanks, Teresa

I had my surgery 09/07/07. I weighed 221 @ surgery date. I now weigh 189. That equals 32 pounds. The surgeon says that I am right on target for weight loss. I think that you are doing great, keep up the good work!