Brockbabe82

They call the time from your surgery to your first fill bandster hell for a reason. Stop focusing on the number. Focus on other things such as increasing activity, having more energy, and motivation. The weight loss will come just give it some time.

you can defintely feel naseous after a fill. Just take it easy and sip you fluids slow.

It definitely is going to take a couple of fills before youdind the feeling of fullness. Relax you will get there. It takes a couple of fills before u reach that point.

I have had no issues with Hair loss, however it is important to take your Vitamins and stay on top of that. Good luck

congrats and good luck!

I would definitely check in with the doc as a percaution. Hope it works out for you. Good luck!

When I had my surgery, my port area was extremely painful. I would get sharp pains that lasted for abou a month. Everyone is different but typically that is the incision that hurts the most. I hope things get better for you.

Are you drinking immediatly after drinking the other liquids or Jello? If so try spacing these out farther. Also make sure you are taking tiny sips. If that doesnt get better soon I would call the doctor. Good luck!

I think some people want that sugar coated "oh think positive" stuff. The lapband is a tool, a tool that must be worked with. This is not the answer to all problems, nor is it a magic wand that will magically make you skinny. I struggle with my decision everyday, but at the end of the day this was the best decision for me. I believe you have to be your health's advocate, and no offense but realisitically should you have gone into surgery without knowing exactly what you were getting into. Perhaps you have not tried all avenues such as exercise, counseling, support groups, etc. I also feel like that negative attitude will not help your experience it will only further Detour your path of success. Like it was stated before it is unfair for you to project negative feelings to others out there. I do wish you success, but your own happiness will have to be something you create.

Glad to see you have such a posititve attitude! Keep that up! Good luck on your revision and keep us updated!

my first month after being banded was a little rough with the period. Also after losing the first 100 pounds, it through my period into a crazy cycle. I used to be the same day every month, and it would last for 5 days. Now its all over the place and only lasts for 3. If you still feel that bad in a couple of days i would get checked though! Better to be safe then sorry! Feel better hun!

Congrats! keep us posted!

good job advocating for yourself! Yes you will need a lot of patience for this whole process, but you will also need to know your body and be it's advocate! So bravo to you!

Welcome back and congrats! I think it is great that you recognize before your surgery what you weaknesses are. This will be the best thing for you, and if you want it bad enough you will do this 100%. Good luck on your journey and keep us posted!

I do am guilty of relying on numbers for gratification. I have a hard time with recognizing that I have lost weight. I mean obviously I feel it in my clothes, but mentally I still think I am as big as I was. I look at pictures and I can't believe the change but I think the fact that I still have so much to lose kinda effects the mental aspect of it.

Jenny,

160 lost? Congratulations!

Melody

Thanks so much Melody!!! :scared2:

congrats to all of you! It has been the best thing I have ever done!

welcome back! keep up the great work!

Hi luke,

I was beyond terrified when I started my journey! I struggled for weeks on the pros and cons of surgery. The dangers of me having the surgery were less then if I didnt have the surgery. If I remained as overweight as I was I would have had kidney failure, lymphodema, I was on the verge at some pretty serious health problems. Believe me this surgery is well worth it. I have lost about 170 lbs and have a ways to go. I am excited for what my future holds, and I hope that you feel the same way. I guarentee you will not regret this. Good luck hun! :thumbup:

I think what you are describing is gas pains. I also experienced pain in my shoulder related to gas. Make sure you are walking, walking, walking. The more you walk the better you will feel. Also have you tried Gas x strips. They disolve in your mouth so they arent hard to tolerate. Those were life savers for me during this time. Also make sure you are driking enough Water, that will help emensly! Good luck and congrats on your journey!

I hope everything continues to get better. She is very lucky to have such a concerned husband. Sending positive and healing vibes her way!

Ok so # 1 relax. Everyone is different , and although surgeons usually give you a schedule to follow post op, some people do things a little differently. I do not think it will hurt you to try and eat some mushies if you feel like you can handle it. However I would be careful on the things you are choosing. Gravy is high in fat and very heavy which is probably not a good choice. I started mushies about a week out, but I ate things like cottage cheese, scrambled eggs, yogurt. I would try things like that, stay away from high calorie things such as gravy, they will not help you calorie wise. Good luck to you , keep us posted!

I was 20, almost 21 when banded. I am now 22!

If your surgeon has trouble finding your port spot they can do a fluro fill. It basically is like a fill under x ray. No worries though, Im sure your doc will find it. Just keep positive and focus on your goal. Good luck