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Hi, welcome! I have only been a member since 12/09 and learning the ropes of this website. My doctor is Dr. Chappano at N. Fla. Surgeons-SVMC. Dr. Chappano is excellent and his office staff is too! I was banded on 2/13/09 and have had a good experience so far. Just like everyone else says - I wish I would have done this sooner. I feel so much better now and have lost about 40 pounds since 12/09. Again, welcome to LBT and look forward to hearing from you. Laura

Good luck tomorrow! Keep us posted on your post-op...see you on the other side.

Hi, I am 8 weeks out too and have lost 26 pounds including pre-op. I too was glad to see that you guys are having the same success. I thought maybe I was not doing this lap-band thing properly. I had my 1st fill on 3/19 and go in tomorrow, 4/16, for my 2nd fill. My 1st was 1.5 and my 2nd should be 1.5, so by tomorrow evening I will be at 3.0. I sure hope this gives me the restriction I need to keep on track and move forward! So glad to hear that you guys are doing so well! Keep in touch! Looking forward to hearing from you! Laura

My first fill (1.5 cc) was on 3/19 and I did not notice any new restriction, just "stuck" episodes when eating too fast and not chewing properly. My 2nd fill (s/b +1.5 cc) is tomorrow, 4/16/09, and I am hoping for restriction with 3.0cc! My doctor says it is the process too and just does a little at a time (1.5cc). That's okay with me...I was banded on 2/13/09 and still adjusting to the new lifestyle. How many days on liquids after 2nd fill?

I have been having a problem too since my 1st fill last month. I guess I take too big of bites when first start eating and it gets stuck and then I have to run away from table...once I am finished with the slimming and throwing up I feel fine and go back to eat very small bites. I didn't have this problem prior to 1st fill. I am having to learn new eating habits and to be more relaxed and not so rushed when eating a meal. Its hard to break old habits, put can be done with time!

Congratulations on your medication reduction! I was banded 2/13/09. My blood pressure was out of control for a couple of years until now! I am hoping that my BP meds will be reduced or deleted for me too! I have only lost 34 pounds since surgery, but working on more. Good luck with your meds and new sleep study! Prior to surgery I slept with my CPAP, but haven't used it since 2/13/09. Good luck to you and your new life! LB

Julie Ann - This is a wonderful post! I have had some food issues these past 2 weeks and wasn't sure what I was doing right or wrong. Just yesterday self-discovered all the things you mentioned in your post. I was banded 2/13/09 with a 1.5 cc fill on 3/19/09 and 2nd fill scheduled for 4/16/09. I have from the beginning thought of my lap-band as my "permanent monitor". It has helped me greatly. I have lost 33 pounds since December 2008 and have worked hard at it. I feel much healthier now and will keep on working on it until I reach my goal and beyond. Thank you for your words of encouragement! Laura

CONGRATULATIONS! Be patient! You are so funny! Great story and details! Anyway, enjoy the next couple of weeks getting ready for your surgery. You will be so happy that you decided to go for the lap-band! I have been banded since 2/13/09 and love it! Only lost 30 pounds so far, but see more disappearing! Again, congratulations to you! Laura

Congratulations! I was just banded Friday, 2/13/09. Gas X strips helps GREATLY and walking around. Also, heating pad while laying down on back and shoulders. Just keep moving around and follow doctor's orders! Good luck!

Linda, Congratulations on your band! I was just banded on 2/13. 10 am. I had the same feelings you did when I was being prepped for my surgery. I kept thinking about how I could tell the surgeon I changed my mind...but I didn't. It was scary, but don't remember anything. I have caught myself thinking about why I couldn't just stay on a heathly diet exercise and not do the surgery. I feel better today but am very tired if the liquids. I think my stomach is growling but can't really tell yet. I'm afraid to drink anything other than the doctor recommended for my liquid diet. It will get better! Just hang in there and we can keep in touch with our progress. Laura

Hi, I just turned 51 in November and thumbs up to all of your comments! You are as young as you feel. Don't worry about wrinkles! It will be better to be healthy and enjoying life with your family and friends! I hope to be banded soon - originally scheduled for 1/26, but had a little EKG problem at pre-op, so...now just waiting for surgeon's office to call me to reschedule! Lb

Hi, sounds like you are doing good. Are you still on a clear liquid diet on your 3rd week? Just wondering. I was originally scheduled for surgery on 1/26, but my EKG was abnormal at pre-op, so....I am waiting for a reschedule. Hopefully will know this week! I have to take a stress test and echocardiogram (spelling?) Tuesday. Once test results are cleared then I'll be rescheduled. I just joined the site in December and not sure how to get around on it...how about you? LB

Christy, Congratulations to you! I haven't been banded yet, but awaiting cardiologist release for surgery. I hear everyone say to walk, walk, walk...when will you be able to try other liquids (i.e. broth, water, clear juices)? Just curious...take care and follow doctor's orders! Laura

Shelley, Funny you should ask because I have been thinking the same thing! Laura

Hi, hope you start to feel better! I haven't been banded yet but hopefully soon! Originally scheduled for surgery tomorrow, but my EKG was abnormal at pre-op, so...now I have to see cardiologist and get clearance. Take care and keep us posted of your success. Laura