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This is a funny thread. :biggrin1: We took our dog with us for the family July 4th get together and she was given the name of "furry walrus". She really looks like a walrus with legs. She is definitely over 100 lbs and we've had her on Science Diet RD (perscription food from vet) and Wellness Weight Mgmt food. If we could only get our kids to quit feeding her. This can be her "Before" pic. :confused:

Sounds like gas to me. Do you take chewable GasX or similar? I'm not the most experienced bandster (5-26-06) so perhaps a more seasoned bandster can offer some advice. Good luck, I'm sure this is not fun for you.

Ooops....I was thinking last year when I read that. Shows that my kids are sucking my brain cells again.

Very sorry Susan you took it like that....of course it wasn't my intention. You have brought up an excellent point though. Perhaps it is better to start a new thread instead of including the entire thread....something to definitely consider next time. However the mods would certainly have locked this thread had it been what you described. The last thing I want newbies or pre-members to think is that LBT is a place of controversy. Really, that was the reason for bumping this thread. Again, I appreciate your feedback and I still feel this is good info as I had NO idea of this until I read the thread. I lived in a small cyber-world b4 LBT.

Hi Angels ~ I think your the only one so far that was on it as a "band" prophylactic. Did you stop after 6 mos and did you find it wasn't needed after that point?

A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS and BELATED HAPPY BIRTHDAY is in order here Kim!! You are doing awesome!! How did I miss your bday? Check your e-mail for a nice Jr surprise. :biggrin1: Wished I could physically e-mail him to you. :confused: Was it fun eating all those bad things on your bday? I will probably be the same way. Wait, I did have a piece of cake on my son's bday. Like you said, tomorrow is a new day. Janey ~ It is true you need more calories. I don't know if this is true or not, I believe a lot of the bypass patients may not be exercising as much as you are in your routine. That would explain the need to more calories. I'm interested to hear what others have to say. It can be frustrating for sure!! Hang in there!! :clap2:

Duh, why didn't I think of that? :doh: :pound: Hi Robin ~ Hope your reflux is improving. How's are you getting along with your fill? Does that cause you more problems with the reflux?

In response to your question....I will quote my post..... I think your bringing up old issues. Let's let THAT die and keep the newbies informed. Please don't make this about OLD issues. This place has too much to offer to live in the past. Keep your eyes on the future and like I said, STAY POSITIVE. Hope that clears it up and please feel free to contact me via PM if you find it necessary to discuss this further.

Gosh, I love him too!! There is something very sexy about him. Kind of reminds me of Mandy Patikin from Chicago Hope, they self-centered surgeon. Maybe it's the attitude that turns me on. Have you seen this pic? Here's the link: http://www.bbc.co.uk/comedy/guide/articles/b/blackadderthethi_7770770.shtml

Hey chirodana ~ Did you call your doc?

Didn't realize so many people have taken these long term. Thanks for the feedback. Hey Bettina ~ Did you get some sleep? Maybe this is what you were thinking? :confused: http://www.gourmetsleuth.com/aphrodis_foods.htm There have been numerous times I've had to read thread titles....just didn't click the first, second, third.....you get the picture.

I feel like I'm in good company since I have it too. I'll have to remember "CRS". I'm convinced that I lost brain cells giving birth to my children and they keep sucking my brain daily.

:bump: Bumping for newbies so they can be informed. Until this thread, I had no idea there was such a thing as a troll. Please do not take this bump as to be directed at any one person or group of people. It's simply good info. Let's keep the evil away from LBT and stay focused on helping others and seeking help ourselves. I love this community!!!

:jaw: Skylarking Elizabeth :waytogo: :Banane38:

YEAH Beachee!!! I am so PROUD of you for making that call. :waytogo: I've got tears in my eyes while reading your thread. :jaw: You can do this and it was definitely meant for you to hook-up with that particular therapist. As a white girl, I have to say there are some very sexy black men out there!! :banana

AVA-tar! AVA-tar! AVA-tar!

I've never had the symptom you've described in the middle of your chest however, I have had pressure on the left side. It felt like a brick on my chest. Come to find out, I have an irregular heart beat. You should make a call to your PCP and your band surgeon. Good luck!!!

My surgeon has me taking Prevacid as a prophylactic for 3 mos. Initially, I forgot to get the script filled when we first got home and when I went back for my check-up, he asked about it. Oops, I told him I completely forgot. :doh: I told him I don't have ANY symptoms of reflux, but he said he puts all his patients on it for a 3 mos period after surgery. I'm taking it daily now, 1 pill a day. I don't have any issues with side effects and can't find any documentation via net or otherwise that would create a concern taking this med for an extended period of time. Does anyone else take a prophylactic antacid?

I would help if I could. I'm not down to a 16 myself, still in the 18/20/22 range. I wish her the best and God bless you for trying to help. You are a good person. :biggrin1:

You and me both!! I hate shoes period!!

Hi Nancy ~ Did you mean www.obesityhelp.com?

Paula ~ I understand your concern. Last year my mother was also diagnosed with 3 herniated disks. She was in a serious car accident several years ago and was care flighted from the scene to a trauma center. I think this is where your problems started and it didn't show up until much later. Either way, my mom also has neuropathy in her feet and I keep telling her it could all be related.....she doesn't believe me. She REFUSES to have back surgery b/c her neighbor had it and is now in more pain than ever. Her chosen method of treatment is pain killers. I also can't get her to go to a chiropractor. :phanvan I used to go to an excellent, christian chiropractor in her area an I really wish she would do one or the other. Some days are worse than others. Oh, my mom has also had HBP for years (since I can remember), a diabetic (she refuses to admit it), and is MO, she denies that too sometimes. Of course, I love her with all that is within me. I just wished she would do what I tell her. HA!! They say you are an adult once and a child twice. I tell her that and she smiles at me. Whew...that was a lot of talking....sorry. Please let me know what your mom decides to do and maybe that will have an impact on my mom. Keep us posted!!!

I hear ya!!! Do you need a pinch to make sure it's real? CONGRATULATIONS!!! :bounce: :banana :hug: :faint2: :laugh :rockon: :pound: :jaw: :whoo: :gluck: :dance:

I for one, am interested in your knowledge Jack. This thread does not need to be a forum for arguments. I have taken HMF Replete to balance the bowels & such. I no longer take it b/c of the expense, but I do wonder how beneficial it is. I think this is different than a colon cleanse...am I correct? Is it beneficial to "cleanse" the bowels? Wouldn't your bowels work better if your spine was in alignment anyway, so why the need? These are just thoughts this thread has triggered in my mind. If you don't see a need for further info, please allow Jack to share and don't read this thread. I could get this info via PM, but I do have a lot of respect for Jack and the knowledge he has. I look forward to hearing what Jack has to say. P.S. Jack ~ Are there any concerns going to the chiropractor with the band? I apologize in advance if you've already answered this question. Thanks!!

Ah yes, Puss in Boots from Shrek. Love that kitty!!!