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Sylvia, 1) Everyone is different- absolutely! I, too spoke with others who had lap band or GBP prior. Neither procedure is without risk and both have potential problems. But everyone i spoke to was positive, gave me insight, and supported my right to make the decision, except my husband. I don't regret it for a minute. i was nervous about the surgery- had no problem. 2) Yes there is transference ( Watch your checkbook an Credit card!!) And but also instead of obsessing on food, calories, some may focus on #wt loss, Protein, or CC in the band. ( It is hard to give up) Do see a psychologist and Do set up a time to meet after the testing to sort through your feelings-best money i ever spent, after than the surgery. 3) How the surgery is funded has little to do with what the surgeon offers. They aren't going to hold your hand after the surgery but you do need to be connected with the surgeon for fills and any unforeseen problems. Having it done locally or at nearby would make follow-up easier. Yes, you will have to pay but their time is valuable, too. You do need to be able to reach a dietitian, too. You spent this money so you need to follow through with the diet and exercise components to make it work. Remember- it is not a solution, only a tool to get to the solution. 4) Positives and negatives- this exists with everything. So are the negatives with the procedure worse than the negatives without the procedure? I hesitated but it became clear the possible negatives of the lap band were better than my very real negatives of gaining more weight. Do ask questions. Write them down- i did and the pre surgery seminars are helpful. This forum is helpful. reach out.

pvtash, You have still lost weight- that's the important part. Any loss is a win!!.and the non scale victories( i.e looser clothes) are often more thrilling than the scale!! I had to be reminded the weight loss will eventually average 1# /week. So you are doing fine!!

Another NSV!! dropped 2 sizes in jeans, since February.:laugh: have nothing to wear ( seem to skip sizes and what i saved is too big or too little) i also notice my workout has increased with out breathing problems! :crying:

Trina. Congrats!! Life is good when we let it. Keep up the good work!!

Hi All, just did the scales this AM. Am actually down 2 # , So things are going well, other than the sinus infection ...

Hi all, got on the scales this AM. Am at 248# , :tongue_smilie:so actually lost weight . any loss is a win , these days !!! Have 3 # and 9 days to go. - actually may make it..:crying:

Hi all, I am at a standstill. have a sinus infection and can only keep fluids down, of late. haven't weighed myself in a few days so, who knows.

Well, I joined the club. I am at least at a standstill, too. Am on week 3 of antibiotics with a sinus infection. and gained maybe 2 #but am so sick with sinus drainage, cannot eat much. Am not sure how this will turn out.:smile:

Hi ALL, I think i have that 'sweet spot" find I may be eating too fast, again. But lost 3# this week in total. Even with a sinus infection, antibiotics, and prednisone! Those of you with arthritis, Have you seen the liquid tylenol medications? Even plain tylenol , some for colds, flu, and allergies. i don't thinkI've seen liquid aspirin for adults but this tylemol may be a solution . i cannot tolerate most anti inflammatory meds needing a prescription, and even some OTC versions-esp advil, so tylenol, arthritis is my option for osteoarthritis and routine aches and pains.

Hi All, Another NSV! Went to a concert tonight. actually fit into the seat ,easily.! i wasn't squashed together with my thighs touching the person next to me!! i've tried and no amount of sucking it in and squeezing my legs together prevented me from touching the other person's leg in the past. Cannot put my arms down below the arm rests but this is much more comfortable!!

YEAH!! lost 3 #, after nada for a few weeks!! It is working

Hi All, another NSV-:w00t: gave up one asthma med today and they are going to lower the setting on the CPAP!! ( If I get off that machine- I'll do a happy dance!!)

Cali W , Congrats!!! :thumbup:That is great news!! i finally lost again, am at 252#, ( another 3 # this week)

Hi all, I just had my 3rd fill yesterday. Now at 5 and a fraction ccs. Also lost weight# (4 in 3 weeks) !! now they say an average of 1#/week is OK, which is about what I'm doing now. :w00t: Also gave up 1 asthma med today !!!

:thumbup:Hi All, Well, finally lost 1#, which is more than I have in the last 3 weeks !! the changes are working!!

Hi, i'm just not as in shape as you all. Did 1 mile walking yesterday. am heading to the gym in a moment. Wish housework counted

Hi All, i think I updated my part of the spread sheet. one # is better thant he last few weeks with zilch:cursing:

Hi All, Congrats JoanMarie, i hope I can get to the at point soon. Am cutting out the grazing and changing exercising, but don't get that full sensation likepost surgery (when all was swollen) Will get my 3rd fill next Wed, Expect a lecture on my weight.

Kathy, That is normal, post surgery. You need to eat smaller amounts and chew more-the issue is how fast and how much you eat. not the band. If you are having this all the time,esp if you are eating smaller bites and chewing thoroughl, then let your doctor know. But look at your own behavior . Get the fill.

What are the rules? i don't see any posted. Want to join! Need motivation to increase Gym time

WE're awfully quiet out there. have you all moved on to other challenges?

Hi All, I'm still in it. just haven't lost any thing of late. Figured out what was going wrong-- hope to change my line soon!!

Hi All my Goal for March is the same as for Feb- #245. Lost :mad2:zilch in Feb. but the med changes made me tired :sleep:and i started grazing :confused:. So here i go again !!

Well, only lost 1# this week. but it's bettere than going down.

JoanMarie, Trina, and Auggies, i'm in the same boat. Had 2 fills for a total of 5cc. do well for a week-10 days then no restrictions. Am getting concerned, the Doctor took me off the BP RX as it was so low but other meds make me crave salt - then i feel like I ate too much . last 2 days have been horrid.