JerseyGirl2u

Hi everyone!! It's been a while. I'm down about 60lbs... a bit disappointed that is all the weight I lost. I pretty much stopped losing all together. I'm ok with my weight right now... The only problem that i had a fill about 6 weeks ago, and i now have developed reflux!!! It's horrible!! It happens at night... acid actually comes up into the throat, and mouth by itself.. like vomit in your sleep! I will get up maybe 2x a nite choking! I'm fine during the day, but I'm having the problem at night. I cut off drinking or eating anything around 7... but no luck. I take previcid 2x a day, but no relief. I have an apt. w/ the doctors tomorrow.. hopefully he can figure something out w/o unfilling me!!! But I have to honestly say... Getting the band was the best thing I ever did for myself. Best wishes to all!! Lucy

Hi everyone!! It's been a while. I'm down about 60lbs... a bit disappointed that is all the weight I lost. I pretty much stopped losing all together. I'm ok with my weight right now... The only problem that i had a fill about 6 weeks ago, and i now have developed reflux!!! It's horrible!! It happens at night... acid actually comes up into the throat, and mouth by itself.. like vomit in your sleep! I will get up maybe 2x a nite choking! I'm fine during the day, but I'm having the problem at night. I cut off drinking or eating anything around 7... but no luck. I take previcid 2x a day, but no relief. I have an apt. w/ the doctors tomorrow.. hopefully he can figure something out w/o unfilling me!!! But I have to honestly say... Getting the band was the best thing I ever did for myself. Best wishes to all!! Lucy

Hi everyone!! It's been a while. I'm down about 60lbs... a bit disappointed that is all the weight I lost. I pretty much stopped losing all together. I'm ok with my weight right now... The only problem that i had a fill about 6 weeks ago, and i now have developed reflux!!! It's horrible!! It happens at night... acid actually comes up into the throat, and mouth by itself.. like vomit in your sleep! I will get up maybe 2x a nite choking! I'm fine during the day, but I'm having the problem at night. I cut off drinking or eating anything around 7... but no luck. I take previcid 2x a day, but no relief. I have an apt. w/ the doctors tomorrow.. hopefully he can figure something out w/o unfilling me!!! But I have to honestly say... Getting the band was the best thing I ever did for myself. Best wishes to all!! Lucy

Hi everyone!! It's been a while. I'm down about 60lbs... a bit disappointed that is all the weight I lost. I pretty much stopped losing all together. I'm ok with my weight right now... The only problem that i had a fill about 6 weeks ago, and i now have developed reflux!!! It's horrible!! It happens at night... acid actually comes up into the throat, and mouth by itself.. like vomit in your sleep! I will get up maybe 2x a nite choking! I'm fine during the day, but I'm having the problem at night. I cut off drinking or eating anything around 7... but no luck. I take previcid 2x a day, but no relief. I have an apt. w/ the doctors tomorrow.. hopefully he can figure something out w/o unfilling me!!! But I have to honestly say... Getting the band was the best thing I ever did for myself. Best wishes to all!! Lucy

I know what sliming is, and what I'm experiencing is not sliming... It's just excessive saliva production. I dont have to eat anything... and it comes on...The faster I swallow it.. the faster it produces.. This really sounds gross!! haha... :cursing:

OMG.. I have the same problem!! I just got a fill a week ago.. and now I have too much saliva building up for no reason in my mounth! My mouth is producing it!!! I've been searching this site for some answers, and havent found it!!!! Please someone help us!!! LOL

Hi everyone... I was banded on 4/16/08, and down 53lbs. Some people think that was quick.. but it wasn't quick enough for me! For the last month I've lost nothing at all... Trust me, it gets discouraging!!! You just have to remember, you didn't gain it over night... nor did you gain it all over the last 6 mo... As long as it's coming off... who cares how long it takes. So far, I'm really am happy with my results. I do exercise every day.. I walk 2 miles on my treadmill 30 min... You have to work at it!!! and it's NOT EASY!!! Eventually we will all meet our GOAL!!! You all must remember the band is a TOOL... and not a automatic Weight loss system!!! I have relatives that have had the Gastric done, and I have to be honest... the weight came off of them QUICK!! My cousin lost over 100 in 7 months!! She takes tons of Pills, and looks like CRAP! Sorry to say that, but I don't know how else to describe it. Very withdrawn... face sunken in, lost alotta hair... white as a ghost... soooo un-healthy looking!!! I think when you loose it slow, you body adjusts sooo much better and less flabby skin and you look sooo much healthier!! What ever you decide, I wish you best of luck!! God bless you all on your weight loss!!!

I'm really embarrassed to talk about this stuff, but I need to know if anyone is feeling this. As I begin to climax, the Muscles in my port area start contracting, and totally ruins everything!!! It's like kids banging at your door in the heat of the moment!!! Who the heck wants to be reminded about their band during this time???? It's been 5.5 mo, since surgery....How long will this last???? Is this forever?? Now it's taking me forever to reach climax because of this! :tt2:

I don't have that problem, but I would recommend taking Miralax. (you can get this at your local supermarket or drug store) You mix it w/ water, and have it everyday. I give that to my son because he has problems going. Because the stool sits too long, it becomes very hard and bulky, making it difficult to come out, and causes bleeding. Good luck!

I'm sorry, but this is only the beginning!!!! I've been banded for 5 months, and loosing hair!! Make sure you take your protein and take Biotin Vitamin. It helps a little, but will not stop the hair loss. I've also went to see a dermatologist, and she said it's because of your decrease in calorie intake, and rapid weight loss. I hope it ends soon!!! Good Luck to you!

YES, taking multi Vitamin and Calcium!! Everyday....

Ok... I have been banded for 4.5 months, and shedding like a DOG! I take in approx 75-80 grams of Protein A day, I also take Biotin. Thank god I have a lot of hair to begin with, but that will not last much longer at this rate. Anyone Experience this??? How long does it last??? Anyone have any suggestions???I do eat well... HELP!!!:w00t:

Feeling wonderful!! Down 43lbs and Wearing size 12 Jeans!!! Finally noticing the weight loss. People are noticing.. and it makes me feel good. It's been 8 months since I stopped smoking, My cholesterol has dropped from 257 to 191!! It's now considered NORMAL! I even had a halter monitor on for 24hrs, and the results have improved since prior to surgery! This has all been worth it!! I do have some pain once in a while where the band is located. I think it's more of a spasms then anything. I also have learned that I need to eat slow.. otherwise my food will get stuck, and it's not a pretty site. One thing I would like to let you all know, I still do not get a full feeling. Never had! I've told my Doctor, and they keep filling me.. .and the easier food gets stuck. I think everyone is different. You have people that take a couple of bits and are full... then u got people like me that can eat 2 cups of food, and are fine.... I think it's depends on the person. You need to be aware of what you are putting in your mouth, and know when to back off the table. But I have to say, I don't think 43 lbs in 4.5 mo is too bad! I've learned to eat better, and make wiser choices of foods and I walk 2.5 miles a day!!!! Thats it for now... God bless!:tt2:

Feeling wonderful!! Down 43lbs and Wearing size 12 Jeans!!! Finally noticing the weight loss. People are noticing.. and it makes me feel good. It's been 8 months since I stopped smoking, My cholesterol has dropped from 257 to 191!! It's now considered NORMAL! I even had a halter monitor on for 24hrs, and the results have improved since prior to surgery! This has all been worth it!! I do have some pain once in a while where the band is located. I think it's more of a spasms then anything. I also have learned that I need to eat slow.. otherwise my food will get stuck, and it's not a pretty site. One thing I would like to let you all know, I still do not get a full feeling. Never had! I've told my Doctor, and they keep filling me.. .and the easier food gets stuck. I think everyone is different. You have people that take a couple of bits and are full... then u got people like me that can eat 2 cups of food, and are fine.... I think it's depends on the person. You need to be aware of what you are putting in your mouth, and know when to back off the table. But I have to say, I don't think 43 lbs in 4.5 mo is too bad! I've learned to eat better, and make wiser choices of foods and I walk 2.5 miles a day!!!! Thats it for now... God bless!:tongue2:

Hi everyone, I know this may be strange... but has anyone ever experienced this???? I eat a meal, I don't feel one bit of fullness, but I do stop myself from over eating. I do not drink 1/2 hr before or after. 1 1/2 hrs to 2 hrs later.... I get this full, golf ball feelin in my stomach. I don't understand why I'm not feeling this while I'm eating... and why it's taking this long to get that feeling. I'm getting nervous here. I did speak to the nurse last week, but she didn't have an answer for me. I have an apt. w/ the Dr. on Thursday to see if he has an answer.... Hopefully someone here has experienced what I'm feeling, and knows whats going on...

By the 6th week, i was eating everything.... There is nothing I can't eat. I do watch the amount of food I consume, and also avoid all sweets. Actually the desire for sweets has diminished for me. Hopefully it stays like that forever!! LOL I do make an effort make healthier choices of foods that I consume. I have cut back alot! I do enjoy eating the same thing that my family eats, but all in moderation. I also avoid fast foods. I havent ordered out anything in 6 Weeks!!!!!!!!!! I never thought I'd last this long!!! Lots of luck to you!!!

I have a 4cc band w/ a 2.5 fill.. and don't have much restrictions! I want to give it some time, before I look for anther fill. Hang in there!

Had my first fill on 5/15 and to tell you the truth, I have not felt anything different! I am watching what I'm eating, and still loosing, but I never get that full feeling. (I just stop when I mentally think I had enough) I have a 4CC band, and my fill was 2.5. What am I suppose to be feeling????? Even drinking fluids all day doesn't fill me.... Is this normal??? I was expecting this instant full feeling and I got NOTHING....?? Should I be concerned?:woot:

Got my first fill today!! I was nervous as heck! I must say, it wasn't painful at "ALL" Just a lil pinch, and thats it. I just was freaked out because the Dr. was pushing on my port site to find it, and the thought of the needle going it and the pushing.. .just was freaky!!! LOL I gotta say, this all has been such a wonderful experience over all! I'm sooo happy! 22lbs down.. and it wasn't as hard as I thought it was gonna be. I'm not saying you don't have to work at it, but the band is a just a tool, and you gotta do all the work! Sooooooo true!!! Just keep eating the right foods & do your 1/2hr work out!!!! and watch the weight drop!! :thumbup:

Got my first fill today!! I was nervous as heck! I must say, it wasn't painful at "ALL" Just a lil pinch, and thats it. I just was freaked out because the Dr. was pushing on my port site to find it, and the thought of the needle going it and the pushing.. .just was freaky!!! LOL I gotta say, this all has been such a wonderful experience over all! I'm sooo happy! 22lbs down.. and it wasn't as hard as I thought it was gonna be. I'm not saying you don't have to work at it, but the band is a just a tool, and you gotta do all the work! Sooooooo true!!! Just keep eating the right foods & do your 1/2hr work out!!!! and watch the weight drop!! :thumbs_up:

I was banded on 4/16... and now starving!!! I'm in the same boat as you, eating alot more!!! I get my first fill on Thursday, which I cant wait. Cuz I feel i'm over eating, even though my husband says i'm not, it's mental!!! But please tell me what the heck did you eat that you put on 10lbs in 1 Weekend! That is Un heard of!!! Somethings gotta be wrong w/ your scale!!!!

How can you possibly take 30 min to eat a 4oz- 6oz meal???? Or a protein shake. I'm getting my 1st fill on Thursday,and i'm kinda nervous!!! In the last 4 weeks, I've never had a tiny meal that last me 30 min. Even if I chop it up,use a small spoon.... and chewing it into mush.... It doesnt take me 30 min... more like 5min if that! How many of you actually take 30 min to eat your meal?

I first want to thank everyone that has responded to my post!! Now I know I'm not alone w/ this feeling!!! I wish you all best of luck!! As for Julsco I don't regret it one BIT!!! I had 2nd thoughts before the band and maybe a little right after. I guess I thought I could never eat any of my favorite foods again... and that is not the case!!!!!!! I"m on mushies.. .and what ever I cook for dinner for the family, I eat! (Of coarse in MODERATION!!) I put it in a blender and eat 3-4 oz of it! I can care less what it looks like... Meatballs!!! chicken Cutlets!!! Pasta!!! Split Pea Soup w/ ham!! You name it, you can eat it. The key to success is quantity! You need to control the amount you put in your mouth... and you alson need to train yourself, when to back off the table. Make wise choices!!! Stay away from sweets, fast foods things you know are un-healthy! Lots of luck, if you ever have any questions.. hit me up. best wishes!!!!

I'm 3 weeks post-op... and I have a burning sensation that comes and goes over the port site, and surrounding area... Its an uncomfortable feeling. I told the Dr. about it, and he tells me it's part of the healing processes, that the muscles are healing??? Any one experience these feelings??

I'm 2.5 weeks out.. and I made a big pot of pea soup w/ ham and broccoli and I was FINE!!!!!!!!!!! You don't eat much... so the gas wont be bad!!! Even if it gave me gas.... it would have been worth IT!!!!!! LOL