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I have a question for anybody who can help. I was banded 12-15-08 and in the first four to six weeks I lost about 15 pounds. I did feel I needed a fill because I felt no restriction after the swelling of the surgery went down. I had a fill on February 13th which helped for a few days, then I was feeling no restriction again. Consequently I went last week and had a third fill. The doctor was surprised that when he looked at the fluroscopy because the first fill had been generous and I didn't show much restriction. He briefly mentioned sometimes they leak ~ which totally freaks me out. I guess I felt restriction but now I am wondering if that is what I am feeling. The only thing I feel is like when I swallow the bites are too big, which they aren't, and I can feel them going down, which I am now wondering if I am feeling stuff go through the banded area? Is that what "restriction" feels like?? I need to get this figured out because I feel I am just wasting my time as I have only lost 16 pounds so far! Thanks for listening, I hope to hear from some of you about my question.

Hi, I was banded on Dec 15th too. The pain was more than I anticipated but getting better everyday. I was planning on going to work on Monday ~ is that realistic? Cheryl

Hi Dottie, I live in Sheridan and had my surgery yesterday with Dr. Parnell in Cheyenne. Congrats for your weight loss, I am a little sore and tired but doing great. Do you have any suggestions on how to get Protein in while on the clear liquid diet? Thanks, Cheryl :thumbup:

Just got the news on Thursday that my banding is scheduled for December 15th!! I am really excited and a little scared, but I think the excitement wins!! I need to get more savy about my signature line, etc. Need to take some time to get it all set up now. Was kind of nervous about jinxing myself before I was approved by my insurance. Look forward to seeing everybody's progress! :grouphug:

Good to hear from other Wyomingites! I have an appointment in Cheyenne on November 3rd. I am driving, or flying, depending on the weather, probably on Sunday. Maybe we could try to set something up for then? What do you think?? It will be my final appt , then to the insurance for approval. Hopefully have the surgery in Cheyenne before the end of the year!! :cool2: Cheryl

That is great ~ I can't wait until I am that point. Not too worried about December, I am so tired of being fat and trying to fit into too tight clothes, I will be glad!! I am getting banded in Cheyenne, how far is that from Evanston?

Good to hear from you, we are close ~ well as close as it gets in Wyoming! My August appt went well, I am working on all the goals they have given me. This month I am supposed to try to drink 80 oz of water and practice not drinking with meals or 30 minutes after. I am getting excited, really hoping it will happen before the end of the year. My last appt is Nov 3 and then it goes to insurance for approval, if that doesn't take too long they can schedule. Of course December is a bad month with the Holidays but I am optomistic. Talk to you later ~ keep in touch! Cheryl

Thanks! I appreciate the help, I'm new to the website (kinda) so I need to find that thread.

I did check and my center is considered a "center of excellence" according to Medicare. I hope their approval process is quick because my last 6 month appt is in November and I hope to get it done before the end of the year ~ I can't wait!

I had my second transplant in April of 06, my first transplant from my mom lasted 32 years! Anyway, as I am "older" now weight has become a big issue (no pun intended) with the Prednisone, antidepressant and restless leg meds I have gained 50 pounds As I am still on Medicare because of the transplant I was wondering if anybody has gone through the process with Medicare and if there were any out-of-pocket expenses and how long it took Medicare to approve after completion of the 6 month period? Thanks! Cheryl

Medicare?? I have Medicare coverage because of end stage renal disease, I had a transplant in April of 2006. Medicare does cover but I was wondering what exactly "cover" means. Will there be uncovered expenses? I am still in my six month medical supervision, hope to be banded before the end of the year. I wish it were tomorrow!! I would appreciate any responses regarding experiences with Medicare. Thanks! This site is great!!

I live in Sheridan, have been through Star Valley, beautiful! Pretty nice her too though with the Big Horn Mountains here. I have my 3rd appt the 18th of August. I am hoping to have surgery by the end of the year. I have started exercising ~ finally, it was my "goal" for this month from my last appt. How is it going for you? I need some encouragement that this is going to be worth the process ~ not to mention the gas!! Looking forward to your reply.

I am from Sheridan and have started my approval process with Dr. Parnell's office in Cheyenne. Had my first appointment last week. I saw somebody post who had surgery with her as well, I am wondering how you are doing and if you experience there was a good one. I am doing my pre appointments in Casper as they have a clinic there as well, but to Cheyenne for my surgery. It stinks I have to go through 6 months medical supervision, I am ready to do it tomorrow! Look forward to hearing from other Wyomingites!:ohmy:

Hi, I am also a Medicare patient, the center I am going to said that a couple of patients had said that the requirements for the medically supervised portion has changed from six months to three months. The center is unable to confirm this with Medicare ~ do you know or can you ask your center about that particular requirement? Thanks!

Hi, I am also a Medicare patient, the center I am going to said that a couple of patients had said that the requirements for the medically supervised portion has changed from six months to three months. The center is unable to confirm this with Medicare ~ do you know or can you ask your center about that particular requirement? Thanks!