Lu Ann

I had the same problem, it was trapped gas. Only thing I could do was try walking and walking. This too shall pass....excuse the pun. Good Luck!

Oh, I have to agree with nursekathy2u....football would be so much more enjoyable without big mouth madden!

I had a lot of trouble with gas pains also. They were horrible. And, as all the bandster will tell you, and what I found out is true...is WALK, WALK, WALK. Good luck, and hang in there. It gets better and better.

I almost went to Mexico too, because I was self-pay....but the biggest draw back for me was--fills, and complications. Thank the Lord I have not had one complication, but have had three fills. Make sure you get those things lined up before you go. Good luck!

Hi all, I just had a total face lift, upper and lower eyes done. I am 55, and with the weight I have lost, I could really see the old face sagging. I am still very sore, but hopefully in a few weeks, I will see a huge differnce. Good luick to all.

Haven't had a TT, but on 5/2 going in for a facelift, upper and lower eye lids. This is my BD present to myself....turned 55 last week....I deserve it. Don't ya' think?

JillyB, I promise it is all worth it. The time will start going faster, and before you know it, clothes will be falling off. You won't be focusing on food, you will want to go shopping. Hang in there.

Hi Kellcap, My surgeon is Spivak also. In fact, I go tomorrow the 22nd for my third fill. No, he doesn't give a local, but trust me, you won't need one. The port needle does not hurt. It is a very light stick, and is not uncomfortable at all. Good Luck, and don't you just love him?

not no, but Hell NO...you really don't want to see that. I promise.

Good question. I was wondering if anyone else is having trouble with the face? I know I am older than most, 54, but it seems now that the weight is coming off, I look even older! yikes! I guess a face lift is next.

OK, OK....where is the first post...I want this website! thanks!!

Dr. Spivak here. Wonderful man, and awesome staff.

Hi L, I was a self pay with Dr. Spivak in Houston. The total cost was $15,000, and that includes two years of fills. He and his office staff are awesome. Good Luck!

Got my second fill two weeks ago. It has really done the trick!

YES, Absolutely. I was banded on 7/20, and am down 26#'s. Not a bunch, but I feel great. 48# to go. You will love Dr. Spivak, and his staff are awesome. Do this for yourself, I really think it has saved my life. View it as a weight loss tool. Good luck.

Hi all, I am just 100 miles East of Houston, and we are leaving for realives in North Louisiana too. The wind will be the big problem for us. Please pray for my son who is in League City, Tx...which is just 15 North of Galveston. He is the asst. police chief there, and has to stay to head up command posts. The rest of his family has gone to Dallas. I pray everyone will learn from Katrina, to take these storms very seriously, and leave. All the material things can be replace. Be safe, my friends! We will chat later.

OHHHHHHH, me too. Why can't I learn. Eat slow, chew chew...the pain is terrible. And I am at work, eating lunch right now, with the horrible lump!

Hi all, July 20th here. So far I am at 21 #'s gone. Doesn't seem like a lot, but I can really tell in my clothes. I haven't changed what I eat, too much, but the amount is surely changed. I get full and don't find the need to snack..hooray! I had my first fill Sept. 1, and will go for the next one sometime in Oct. Yes, on the PB's... Chicken is the hardest thing and bread. But, my acid reflux is completely gone! That is amazing. Good luck to all of you, and keep up the good work.

OK, Ok, I will really show my age.....how 'bout, Sky King, Fury and Rin Tin Tin? Anyone remember them on Sat. mornings?

Hi Karla, I was banded on 7/20 in Houston. What doctor have you chosen?

Amanda, I was in pain with gas for several days. The reason for this was I didn't walk enough. I came home a laid down and rested too long. Gas X, and supositories were the only thing that helped, besides walking. Good luck.

Then: Laugh In Ben Casey ER NYPD Now: Biggest Loser Extreme Make-over HGTV-Design on a Dime Medium Law and Order CSI

just hair, would be nice. tee hee

Barb, I say..."I am eating less, so I am losing more". The truth! Glad you are feeling great. Welcome to bandland. Hugs,

me too! But, remembered my password.