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This is a link to info that I found SOOOO helpful. I have no idea if the link will work or not. I'm not very computer literate! http://www.lapbandtalk.com/faq.php?faq=vb3_board_faq#faq_abbreviations If the link doesn't work go to the FAQ area, then click on abbreviations. I hope I have helped!

I'm so sorry your feeling depressed! I can relate, as I also felt very depressed after surgery. I felt sad for about 6 weeks. I feel back to my old self now, I hope you feel better soon. You may find some sessions with a good therapist very helpful! Good luck, if you need someone to talk to I'd love to listen! Feel better soon!

Those are great questions! There is a whole thread about pregnancy with the lap band. Check it out, I found so much great info. From what I read you usually do end up getting at least a partial unfill during the pregnancy. I find eating with my band is pretty normal, it all depends on how tight you keep your band, and how well you chew. Good Luck!

You could ask your nutritionist what they think. Asparagus may be one of those things you just have to try for yourself. I have not found a food that I can not eat, as long as I eat really slow and don't eat too much! I do however avoid high calorie foods that slide right down (like ice cream). Don't know if any of this helps you!? Good luck!

I had my first fill yesterday. I was SHOCKED to find out I had 4.6cc in my (10cc) band FROM SURGERY! I canceled my first fill, because I had restriction and was losing great. The first few weeks post op I felt really crappy. I asked my surgeon if he puts a fill in during surgery and he said "oh sure maybe 2-3 ccs". My doc always seemed so surprised that I was doing so great without a fill. The doc doing my fill (not my surgeon) was also really surprised to find that much in my band, she was going to do a 2cc fill, but decided to go with 1cc. I am so glad I listened to my body and waited to get my fill. I was just wondering if anyone else was surprised to find out how much was in their band at their fill. I also can't help but wonder why did my surgeon not know how much he put in during surgery? Anyway I feel great these days and have a great start to my weight loss! Number one lesson learned ALWAYS LISTEN TO YOUR BODY AND TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS!

Ask your surgeon how he/she feels about Advil. Some say avoid it, but mine said Advil/ibuprofen is FINE. It is best to follow what YOUR surgeon recommends.:lunch:

Hi Carrie, I have 2 friends that have a Mirena IUD. One has no children, and does not plan on having any anytime soon (if ever). My other friend has kids, she loves her mirena, she says she hasn't had a period in years. I don't know for sure, but I think if your insurance covers birth control pills it would cover mirena as well. Good luck!

I have found along the way, that people rarely react how I think they will. Some of the people I thought would judge me have been so wonderful, hugging me every time they see me, telling me how happy they are for me, how great I'm looking. Other people that I thought would be really supportive (or I wanted them to be) have reacted kind of funny. Making little comments that make me feel bad about my choice, not listening when I try to educate them on Lap band. One thing I have learned is I have no way to guess how someone is going to react. Even though negative reactions are hurtful and discouraging these people are still my friends, they are just not going to be my support system. Truly, support systems can emerge from some surprising sources!

No one told me not to chew gum. It does make sense not to swallow it though!

My surgeon does not have his pts do a pre op diet at all.

Hi, I know several women that have very few/no periods do to weight. One friend has PCOS but with no cysts on her ovaries. She has very long cycles = less than 6 periods per year. The good news is periods almost all ways regulate with weight loss. I also have PCOS, I just had my first normal period in years. I never missed a period, however I would "spot" for 7 days before 7 more days of my regular period. I also was not ovulating normally. For me it was really unnerving to know that my weight was causing my body to not work normally. Hormone irregularity was the main reason I chose to have weight loss surgery. Birth control pills are a good way to regulate hormones, my endocrinologist recommended Yasmin. I hope I have offered you some useful info. By the way I'm an ob nurse so if you have more questions I might know/be able to get an answer for you.

Remember: band erosion is not the band itself eroding, but the band eroding into your stomach tissue. Band erosion can be seen with a scope from the inside of your stomach. Band erosion is rare. You would have to ask your doctor, but I really doubt moderate coffee drinking would cause band erosion. Now if caffeine is aggravating stomach ulcers, than that might be different.

Have you seen your surgeon or your primary doc? Has your doc discussed the next steps to figuring out what is wrong? Are you scheduled for a scope to check for erosion? If your doc thinks there is a problem then I'm guessing you have already tried a fill? Sorry I'm all questions and no answers!

Welcome to you and your mother! LBT is filled with great information, it has been a wonderful resource for me.

Do you know how long your white count has been up? Does your doctor seem concerned? The first things that pop into my mind with an elevated white count are: infection, illness, or trauma. Your body makes more with cells to fight off/ heal your body. If you had the flu your white count would go up, or if you just had surgery (clearly not the case). There are other things too, but this is what pops into my head. Good luck and keep us posted.

When were you banded? Do you know how high your white count is?

I'm not sure what kind of words of encouragement I can offer all of you. I will tell you that I was just banded 7 weeks ago, I have lost about 35 pounds. I have NEVER PBd or slimed. I was SOOOOOO anxious pre-op it. I am a nervous Nelly to begin with, added to the fact that I had never had surgery before, add that to the fact that I'm a RN and know all the weird things that can go wrong. But everything went FINE! Just take it easy, relax! Do your best to keep your fears and all of the what ifs aside. Life is full of what ifs. Spend a little time thinking about what if you don't have surgery and remain morbidly obese. I wish you all the very best! I look forward to hearing how each of you do. If you have any questions ask away!

Hi, I'm not sure but I THINK cobra is usually the same health benefits you have had. I would call the HR department, or check your employer's website, if they have one. However, I do know it can be very expensive. Hopefully someone can give you a better answer than me.

Hello and welcome! How have you been enjoying your band? Have you been losing at a steady pace? Any problems?

Yes the bloated feeling is very normal! The best thing you can do for it is get up and walk around. You must be doing a lot better than I did on my surgery day, I couldn't stay awake long enough to talk to my family, let alone post on line! Good for you! :mad2:

Congratulations! That is fantastic!

I had similar symptoms that started a few weeks post-op. I was also feeling really anxious. I think it may have been low blood sugar because it was happening after I would exercise. It may not have even been "low" blood sugar, but maybe "lower" blood sugar than my body was used to. I started to make sure and eat or have a protein shake after I exercise and I haven't had a problem since. If you don't feel better you should call your doctor back, don't let them give you the brush off!

If I'm thinking of the same commercial, I'm pretty sure the picture of her in the brown dress was taken when she was pregnant. Does it still count as a before weight when your 8 or 9 months pregnant?

Hi and Welcome! Congratulations on your baby! This is a great place for support. :biggrin:

Hi Derek! Welcome!