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Thats crazy I had been feeling the same way. Probably for the past 2 - 3 weeks. I finally mentioned it to my husband and he told me to check my blood pressure. It turns out that my BP had dropped down significantly. (I have been on meds for this for a numer of years) Called me doctor and he told me to cut my meds in half. it has just been 2days now of half the meds and my pressure not being as low and I feel MUCH better. Perhaps you should have your pressure checked. Good luck!!!!!!!!!!

I had my fill on Thursday. I am now at 2.3cc's in a 4 cc band. I have completed my 2 days liquid and 2 days mushie. I haven't had any tighter than usual feelings during this time period. I'm assuming that I will feel a difference when I eat regular foods tomorrow. I;m hoping that the liquid period gave me a jump start on losing some pounds. I will weigh in next week to keep myself motivated. Good luck to all

Well lets see what happens, I go for a fill tomorrow. I have been stable, not losing anything, since June. (its very frustrating) I will keep you all updated on this thread if I get back my restriction. good luck to all

I am little over 6 months out and am experiencing the same. Just had a fill totaling. 2cc's. I have been able to eat more than every and don't have to chew nearly as much as I had before. I was beginning to think I had gone crazy.!!!!!!!!!!!I will be going for another fill this week. I'm hoping it makes a difference. I have been holding the same weight since June.

JJB: Sorry I haven't been on in awhile, My computer was at the shop. Yes, I would like the extra support!!! I will weigh in tomorrow. How are you doing now?

Well, i did it to myself. last week i ate too much for the whole week. (just a nibble here and there) (no more than 1 cup per every meal though) and i put myself in the position that i remember how much i like food. Now I am having a really difficult time with the head hunger.!!!!!!!!! I feel like I have totally feel off the bike! It has taken since May to go under 200lbs. (197 for a day!!) Now I'm 200.5 I am so frustrated!!!!!!!! I crumbled under the pressure of the "can't have just one" potato chip rule. (I was perfect not eating all of the 'not allowed' foods until i just tasted them!!!!Damn!!! I;ve tried the liquid stage and can't get past dinner!!! Any comforting words?:faint:

Try fiber one bars. they are tastey!!!!

Berry: I believe that I am in the same boat as you. I am filled to 1.6cc's I am having a difficult time with chicken, meat, pork ( i don't eat them now) Everytime I have, I end up getting them 'stuck'. I can also eat, chicken salad, egg salad, mashed potato, rice pudding, ice cream, meatballs, hamburger meat. It is really strange for me, as I don't fill up so quick, I can definately eat a cup of food or more. And drink comfortably, but that meat eating is just choking. I really don't know if an 'unfill' would be in my best interest though. I have lost approximately 50lbs and have stalled there. I've been playing with 5lbs on and off this month. Please let me know what you decide.:cry

I'm back from vacation and got on my beloved scale!!!!!!! I lost 4lbs!:whoo: I have just entered 'onederland' for the first time since as long as I can remember!!!!!! Darn it feels good. As far as food goes, I have just had Protein shakes today. Wishing us all continued success.

babygirl: I will be home in the morning and first thing i will do is get into scale weighing clothes, and hold my breath!!!!!!!!! I weigh only on one scale too (AND DIDN'T HAVE IT ON MY VACATION!!!) i WILL POST MY VICTORY TOMORROW MORNING. gOOD luck to all:whoo:

still on vacation......... protein shake for breakfast protein shake for lunch Dinner out with old friend 2 mozarella stixs, nacho's with lots of cheese (about 10) and 4 buffalo wings I'm drowning myself in crystal lite now to make up for the bad choices and lack of water I drank today!!!!!!!!!!! Not looking forward to our 14 hour car ride home tomorrow. (I hope the DVD player is working otherwise it will be 14 hours of sheer hell.....3 kids complaining) Still needing to weigh in.............talk about 'transfer addiction' (i didn't realize how fixed on the scale I've become)!!!

Yes these wafer do get stuck in my teeth and my husband is not thrilled with the gas involved:whoo:. I call that pay back!!! Serioulsy I will look into the dissolvables in water.

I'm still on vacation, I really think I'm doing well. Cant wait to get to a scale though. (scale addiction!!!) I plan on being home by Sunday. If I didn't lose or at least maintain I think I WILL dive directly into a HUGE bowl of ice cream. I am amazed at myself as to how much shit food I have passed up!! Not even shit food, but the good stuff too!!!!!!! It is really easier being weak and giving in. Thanks for being here. It makes me feel better knowing that we are all in the same boat together. Anyway, Breakfast - Protein shake lunch -(watched kids eat MCD's and ice cream sundae) I had Water and 4 fries. Water dinner - Manacotti (Just cheesy insides) I've been having problems with constipation. REcently found a Fiber supplement called 'Fiber Choice' they are like rolaids/tums but bigger. They are helpful. (Just in case anyone wanted to know):nervous

Hey everyone: I'm on vacation now, so it will be hard to check in. Just viewing other enteries I think I'm overeating. Well, Here goes......... Today's meals Breakfast: Protein shake made with milk Lunch: Hamburger from diner (burger no bun) about 4 fries Dinner: 6 baby back spare ribs & 1/4 plate of lettuce This was the first time I've tried ribs (and I must say I was in sheer HEAVEN!!!!) Hope to check in tomorrow.

Pork Chops, chicken and any 'reheated' meat meal

Travelgirl: I need to be accountable too!!!! Shoot, I just realized from another post that I'm only supposed to be eating 1/2 a cup during meals. I have been putting away 1 cup plus.!!!!!!!!! Crap, what a set-back. I had know idea.........I guess somewhere along the way I just WISHED it was one-cup and bam my wish came true!! No wonder I was stalling out. Ok count me in. I am going away soon but I will catch up when I get back. How many cups do you eat per meal?

Chickie: Thanks for the reply. When I read your response, it does make sense. Thank you. Wishing you continue success.

does everyone really have? I have had my 3rd fill already - but I'm unsure if I am at the 'right' restriction. I can drink a 20oz beverage in about 5 minutes. I can eat my meals in about 15 minutes. I am full after about 1 cup of food. I'm really not concerned about amount of food, but more interested in the time frame in which I eat it. Any comments would be appreciated

Ill be taking the leap into my 4th fill in about 1 hour!!!!!!!!!!! Hate getting the fill, but I am very eager for the restriction!!!!! I've been at a plateau for quite some time (more than a month) Wishing everyone continue success!!!!!!!!! Happy Summer!!

Hey hope all is well. I'm also from NC - originally from NY. I was recently banded Feburary 2007. I used Dr. Vollenger, NC Any info you want, feel free to ask. And by the way ..............WELCOME to NC

I'm in need of encourgement, my scale hasn't moved in a little over a month.:faint: If there is anyone who feels proper restriction, please tell me what it feels like!!! I don't overeat, but I still haven't found that 'glorious place' which I've heard others speak of (four tablespoons and their full) How long has everyone else stayed at a certain weight? I've lost almost 47 lbs since January liquid diet (which I think is wonderful) I just don't want it to stop here

Wow, I just caught up on about 3 weeks of bulletins. Time really flies by. Here's my update: - I'm going for my third fill tomorrow. And I really need it, haven't moved the scale in over three weeks!!! (At least I'm holding my own though) -I really don't like getting the fills, I don't know how everyone else feels about them, but I really get quite squimish - I have never been as constipated in my life. I recently bought "fiber one" bars. Need to eat one everyday. - Old patterns return quickly, its 2:30 am and I just ate some pasta (gosh, am I glad I'm getting a fill tomorow!!!!) :biggrin1: - Still I'm outrageously thrilled that I made the decision to get banded. It has made a HUGE difference in my life. I am currently around 43 lbs down, and feel......... feel.......... most likely as all other normal weighted people have felt all of their lives!!!!!!!!! Every pound I lose I feel so much better about my self, so much more motived, self confident, self assured, privledge and worthy!! I know this sounds crazy, but I really think alot of you know what I mean!! Ok, ok, I'll get a grip!!!!!!!! Sorry for the psyco babble!! Well, anyway, I hope to come back and tell you all about my great third fill weight loss story!!!!!!!!!! Wishing you all continued success.

HEY EVERYONE I noticed that we have all been pretty slack recently. It must be the summertime craziness!!! So, my hair is starting to come out probablly about 30 stands each time I brush.!!!! Its starting to freak me out! How about everyone else? This is the start of our 3rd month. Anyone else????

Ok, so like I said I was filled the other day. I was really tight. But tonight I can actually "gulp" again. I haven't tried real food yet. (Tomorrow I start mushies) But it is nice to be able to take a reasonable size drink. I hope it works with the food. Tonight was a real test of my will-power - My daughter had a celebration and she chose Mexican food, I ate chicken broth!!!!!!!! :think How lame!!!

I am feeling the same way. I was banded on 2/5. I just had my 2nd fill last night. I now know what it feels like to be banded. I never had to follow that "sip sip sip" rule. I could always gulp. I am sipping for the first time ever!!! (Actually, I hope I'm not too tight, as when I take to large of a sip, I feel as if I have to burp!!) Well, I have to do 2 days liquid, 2 days mushie, then advance to solids. Lets see how it works. But it is CRAZY feeling restriction for the first time!!! Lets see if I realize any additonal weight loss!!!!!!! Good luck to all:)