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I have this same problem....I just got a book by dr. beck....it s good for this!

Thank you all so much!! I will definitely try out Dr. Beck, etc. Thanks!

thanks!:laugh:

It's safe to say that I am addicted to food. My doctor put me on liquids for 10 days because my espohagus is dilated. I'm realizing that when I can't eat I'm depressed. Obviously I'm having a depression problem if food is something that brings me that much happiness. I have hobbies and other things to keep me busy (twin boys) but it makes my days so boring when I can't eat. I am an addict! :laugh:

You should have your doctor do a barium swallow. You probably just need a fill, but I have a dilated esophagus so I know the since of panic you feel. I was overeating and drinking soda. The carbonation in the soda can cause your pouch or esophagus to get bigger. My doctor said that if you feel the need to drink soda to let it sit until the carbonation is gone. Hopefully it's just that you need a fill, but I would definitely have it checked out.

Count me in!! I have a dilated esophagus and can't have a fill for another 10 days so I'm on liquid and soup. You want to talk about a wild pig. I ate and grazed like I hadn't eaten in 5 years. Positive thoughts bring positive outcomes!! Let's do it!

Wasn't that the best feeling in the world!!!??? You rock!

When's your surgery? I'm excited for you!

congrats!!!!

I totally know what you mean. I was out of control over the holidays too, but now I'm back in control. I'm getting ready to go to the gym today. It's my first day back in 3 weeks. I too am planning on going 5-6 days a week. This is our year to take this weight off!

Positive breeds Positive. Healthy thinking brings a healthy body and mind. Only letting those people in who want whats best for you is going to help you on your path to the healthier you! You're doing great!

Oh no, I had a choice and I took the high road. It could have gone either way. The high road or the road to depression highway. I was supposed to get my band refilled after 6 long weeks of nothing. I had a dilated esophagus so they took all fluid out of my band so it could heal. I was on my way to Doctors, (3 hours away), and an ice storm hit so I had to turn the car around. And believe me I was tempted to take the risk...........death by ice storm. So now I am waiting till Monday to get the news as to whether my throat is healed or not. Stay posted..................:biggrin:

Oh no, I had a choice and I took the high road. It could have gone either way. The high road or the road to depression highway. I was supposed to get my band refilled after 6 long weeks of nothing. I had a dilated esophagus so they took all fluid out of my band so it could heal. I was on my way to Doctors, (3 hours away), and an ice storm hit so I had to turn the car around. And believe me I was tempted to take the risk...........death by ice storm. So now I am waiting till Monday to get the news as to whether my throat is healed or not. Stay posted..................:embaressed_smile:

This is what started happening to me too. Please stop now while you can! I now have a dilated esophagas and had to have all fluid out of my band for 6 weeks. I had stretched out my esophagas with to much food. Just try and measure out your portions and you'll be back on track.:biggrin:

Thanks so much for your encouragement! I found out my esophagus was dilated because I wasn't feeling a lot of restriction so they did a barrium swallow and found out that my esophagus was big. They have taken almost all of my fluid out of my band for 6 weeks. I go in on Tuesday to hopefully get it refilled.

Well, it's been a year and I've lost 7 lbs., and I have a dilated esophagas. Let me be a example of what not to do!! I have a history of an eating disorder, (obviously), and I am paying for it. For some reason In my backword mind I used the band as a challenge to see how much I could still eat. SICK,SICK,SICK!! Therefore I got a dilated esophagas and had to have most of my fluid taken out of my band while it heals. I had it taken out about 6 weeks ago and I go back to have fluid put in a week from today. Hopefully it's fully healed. So basically I will be starting over and this is the reason I am starting this blog. I would love to have your feedback, and encouragement, as well as your questions and comments. Keep your fingers crossed for me that my esophagas has healed so I can continue my journey the RIGHT way!:biggrin:

Well, it's been a year and I've lost 7 lbs., and I have a dilated esophagas. Let me be a example of what not to do!! I have a history of an eating disorder, (obviously), and I am paying for it. For some reason In my backword mind I used the band as a challenge to see how much I could still eat. SICK,SICK,SICK!! Therefore I got a dilated esophagas and had to have most of my fluid taken out of my band while it heals. I had it taken out about 6 weeks ago and I go back to have fluid put in a week from today. Hopefully it's fully healed. So basically I will be starting over and this is the reason I am starting this blog. I would love to have your feedback, and encouragement, as well as your questions and comments. Keep your fingers crossed for me that my esophagas has healed so I can continue my journey the RIGHT way!:rolleyes2:

What is the proper portion size I should be eating at a meal?

Hello all! I'm going thru the same problems. I have slowly let old eating habits back in the hatch. Not good!! I now have a dilated esophagus and have to let it heal for 6 weeks. Please don't let this happen to you! I too am back on the wagon and will be checking in daily. Let's do it!!

I just went to the Dr. yesterday for a fill and they did a barium swallow because I've only lost 7lbs since Jan. Come to find out I have a diated esophogas! I feel like such a loser. I obviously have been overeating and I also drink water really fast which I guess is a no, no. So now they have taken fluid out so my esophogas will heal. In the mean time I am eating soft foods and really trying to listen to my stomach signals so I'll know when I'm actually hungry. I'm frustrated because I don't think I know when I'm hungry. Does this make any since? Help!!

is anyone here

thanks janetnbama!!

how do i get my tracker to move?

i'm having my band checked on monday morning to make sure everything is okay............thanks for all of the good information and words of encouragement!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Doddie63 thanks for saying you would be my buddie!! I think by getting on this website daily it will help me tons! Shortgal....here's the info I'm at a 9 in a 10cc I have medium restriction( i've only thrown up twice since Jan) i don't eat alot.. but I'm eating the wrong things I haven't been exercising, and I can very easily exercise. I had a fill a week ago So basically as I am typing this I am obviously looking for reasons that the band should be doing all the weightloss for me.......Not good!!!! The band is just a tool...Janet N Bama..........I just realized it too!! Please help with some tools to get me back on track!!!