Catarina

Thanks for the helpful information. I don't remember my doctor explaining it that way. He could have and I was just so entranced in the idea of losing weight that I didn't hear everything he was telling me.

Thats a great idea. I got sick of the protein shakes and I was taking the Carnation Instant Breakfast, but I don't think it said it was sugar less. Could be the reason why I burned out on the sweetness. Thanks!! I need to pay attention more to sugar levels. When they said to take Carnation Breakfasts, I didn't even think to see if there was a sugarless one.

Thanks Indio Girl. Sorry I haven't got back to you. I went back to the doctor and they inserted 1.9 ccs more. I do feel like I have restriction now and I love it. The doctor also told me that it could take several fills for some people before they feel any restriction. My meals are so much smaller now and I do feel much better. I still haven't exercised in the traditional way, other than walking, because we have so much to do when I get home. Can't just lay around unless the fibromylgia is hurting so bad I can't move. But have started becomming more involved in riding my horse, cleaning stalls, etc. So thanks for all your helpful information. I really depend on the support to help me get through this as my doctor is so far away.

How can you tell when you are full? And when you started to exercise did you have to push yourself? I work during the daytime and then go home so exhausted I really don't feel like exercising. I know I have to, but when you did start to lose weight did you feel more energy?

I had 3 ccs put in on my first fill. My stomach is growling and twisting in knots as if I hadn't had anything to eat. I get my water in, that is no problem. I haven't been taking any protein shakes as I really got burned out on them prior to my first fill, but I think I am getting enough protein in. I am going back to the doctor (he is about 300 miles away so it gets expensive) on Friday and he is going to insert more in me. They told me that for some people it takes a couple of fills. I just want to start losing!!

I had my first fill on 4/28/08 and I am hungry 45 minutes after I eat. I tried eating small portions and making the meal last 30 minutes, but I feel like I am starving. Are you supposed to be hungry? I thought with the fill I would feel a full feeling after eating a small portion.