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You have heard the saying 'my eyes are bigger than my tummy' that is soooo mee! I know what portions I should be eating...and i even start feeling full at the right time after a few bites but godamnit it tastes so good I just feel compelled to keep on eating....I wish I could break myself out of that habit...I know its not good for me or the band. and I need to work on it. becky

Tomorrows dream I hope you feel better soon...keep me posted ok. PM/Email anything I am worried about you. becky

jsagiha please do call your dr just to be on the safe side...I know it can take weeks after your fill to start bp'ing but if you are doing it constantly and in pain...that needs to be checked out. you don't want the risk of slippage/erosion or anything...keep us posted. becky

Congratulations on your surgery mypov ...gas pains are the worst!!! GasX sounds great unfortunately I didn't have access to it when I was post op. ...re leg pains...keep an eye on them drs do worry about blood clots etc have they given you pressure stockings for your legs? I had to wear mine for 24 hrs ...yes girl you got it walk, walk, walk...that is the best thing for your breathing, for your legs, and even you gas pains... I hope you recover well...keep us posted. becky

My dr definately told me no soda...however I could have coffee and I did (i am a coffee adict) it wasn't too hot...i made sure of that and I had no problems...best wishes becky

yes unfills are very discouraging by their very nature...I was in the same situation as you and had an unfill (which i realise was necessary cause I could'nt even keep water down) however when he took it out I was less restricted than ever though I did technically still have more in than my second to last...grrr...I am hoping that when I go again. it will get back to normal and I will find my 'sweet spot' becky

I hate my scales...I have taken to measuring my body with measuring tape...far more accurate. Grrrr cant wait to throw away the scales and never need to look at them again! becky

Hi ya I have a 4cc band although I am currently filled to 3.5 and still need more so it really depends on the person/tummy etc. becky

welcome texas2penn Great that you have found us! I hope all goes well in your research...make sure you keep us posted on your progress. becky

I didn't loose much weight at all before my first fill...but my dr also told me it was normal...just to allow my body to heal. so there is nothing wrong...dont fret. We all understand those first few weeks can be very fustrating. becky

I wondered why this forum was smelling so good now!!! Lol becky

Wendyjoy...my nutritionist just went through eating habits post surgery with me...she didn't try and talk me out of it...well i didn't give her much of a chance really cause I was gung ho on getting it done...but the appointment was really informative and well worth while...I hope yours is the same. becky

Wow! Fantastic...The Journey begins...keep us posted on your surgery date...that is wonderful news Whoooohooo! becky

Myturnnow! Dont give up....Keep persisting...someone has got to listen. Its your life that hangs in the balance... becky

Hi jenna_renee2003 I cant help you with your questions as I had my lapband done in Australia but i just wanted to say hi and welcome to Lapband Talk I am sure someone who can help will respond shortly. Best wishes on your research. keep us posted. becky

I was excited but apprehensive at the same time...I had never had an operation before so was a bit concerned how much the pain was going to be afterward...I survived with flying colours. Best wishes on your surgery...keep us posted. becky

Wow, Babs, it is so refreshing to hear from you...What success Congratulations. becky

I have a wide musical taste anything from the black eyed peas to andrea boccielli but I just love the old time jazz...give me Ella Fitzgerald any day and i am happy.

I mix my crushed pills with a bit of honey...it still tastes bitter but the honey sweetens it enough to make it palatable. becky

wow this thread is a wake up call to go easy and be careful...thanks guys! becky

Yep! I am out LOUD and PROUD I pretty much tell everybody and anybody that i have had Lapband Surgery...It is quite a conversation starter! The only ones I am a little more reserved in telling are potentials that I meet internet dating...then I keep a bit mum about it. But mostly I have no problem with telling people and explaining to them how it all works! becky

Have you noticed they have become a bit cunning and writing in the header something unrelated to their actual post then when you click on it you get bombarded with their porn links. Grrrrr I hate being duped to click on the thread. Becky

Hi joe...you have been given some great advise above so there is not much more that I can add other than to say...letting her go to your initial consult is probably a great thing and introducing her to lapbandtalk so you are on the right track there. I hope that all goes well for you! Best Wishes becky

It sounds like your band is too tight? perhaps see your dr. Best wishes Becky

yep...no probs with drinking water...I probably wouldnt drink 3 litres in one go though!!! but sipping throughout the day shouldn't be a problem. apart from at meal times when you aren't supposed to drink. becky