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migraines are much more complex than just triggers it is hereditary also, my grandma committed suicide, she couldn't take the pain anymore, her son, my father is suffering also, and myself + as many as one in five people may suffer from patent foramen ovale (PFO) - or a hole in the heart - which can leave them at increased risk of both stroke and migraine

It is funny thing that I got Lotrel to treat my high blood pressure, and it is a Calcium channel blocker, and it really prevents my migraines very well also... All my adult life suffered from migraines, cluster headaches. I have been in the hospital numerous times over the past 30 years, this pill really works for me. Start/Current/Goal lbs 230/159/130 Surgery 24 Nov 06 Dr. András Vereczkei ((he's awesome!!)) Medical School University of Pécs, Hungary 6.5cc in a 10cc band

Hi Katschai, Thanks so much... My wonderful surgeon is in Hungary, in a hospital he comes to the radiology, to check my barium swallow in person. Now I went to see Dr. Averbach, here in Maryland ... he gave me a prescription for UGI series. It is very confusing for me. I have no idea whom should I call, I have asked Dr. Averbach if he can recommend an office but left his office without any recommendations. So, when you had this baseline (or a scout xray) where did you go to? St. Agnes? do you have a phone number? I have aetna, but I don't think it will cover it, would you know how much are these xrays self-pay? THANKS so much for your help..... I am in desperate need of help for information. Start/Current/Goal lbs 230/159/130 Surgery 24 Nov 06 Dr. András Vereczkei ((he's awesome!!)) Medical School University of Pécs, Hungary 6.5cc in a 10cc band

I went to see Dr. Averbach yesterday, I have to have UGI series to be done. Could you recommend me a radiology office in Maryland or in Washington DC, which is familiar with gastric band? Thanks in advance. Start/Current/Goal lbs 230/159/130 Surgery 24 Nov 06 Dr. András Vereczkei ((he's awesome!!)) Medical School University of Pécs, Hungary 5cc in a 10cc band

jme62, I'm going through something very similar right now. I had my surgery a month before you, lost 70 pounds, had my last fill in November. Cannot keep down food at certain situations. Made an appointment for barium swallow, I think you should too. Start/Current/Goal lbs 230/162/130 Surgery 24 Nov 06 Dr. András Vereczkei ((he's awesome!!)) Medical School University of Pécs, Hungary 6.5cc in a 10cc band

About 2 months ago ... I ran into a Francesco Biasia's "disco diva" handbag at (!) Marshalls, purchased it, came home, checked on ebay, the price point three times as much :clap2: http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1136/1444780936_700822950a_o.jpg

I have suffered from excruciating migraines since my teens. I am afraid to take Excedrin, because it is a NSAIDs : non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. That is not a very good mix with the lap band, NSAIDs can lead to erosion.

I was 48 when I was banded, a year ago.

1 year, 5 days. No regrets here either. All things considered, I'm very happy with my decision.

Put my two cents in, ... lap-band's history goes back to Belgium, very first surgery was in Huy, Belgium in September of 1993... (my surgeon is from Hungary, he went to Belgium to get his training) Belgium possible must have very experienced superb lap-band surgeons.

May you have a safe surgery and a quick and healthy recovery.

my wonderful surgeon: Dr. Andras Vereczkei gave me few of these cards, to carry in my wallet you are welcome to print it for yourself

I can relate to your post saltlick. Since last Nov. 24, I have lost 59 lbs. I had around 80 lbs or so to lose. And I have dropped from a size 22 to a 14 also. I started out at 230, and now 171 @ 5'4". I am 48. I follow all the rules in eating, and I (nordic) walk 7 days a week, every morning, 5 miles, outside. I am just a slow loser as well. Maybe I am swimming against the tide, not easy with menopausal symptoms.But I do not make any excuses. I will win this battle some day.

here is mine:

I have been banded 10 months. I never had a PB episode until about 2 months ago ...most of the time, is more the golf-ball with slime, and I get the "first bite syndrome" often. I have only had PB 3 times: - grilled salmon (too dry) - raw sauerkraut (I don't know why) - apple (chewing a big bite of it)

I am so with you! Joe's is awesome! I couldn't live without Trader Joe's. I buy the salmon there, but I make the salmon burger myself... Delicious! 2 1/4 pounds salmon fillet, skinned, pin bones removed 1/2 cups panko (Japanese bread crumbs) or other dried bread crumbs 1/2 cup minced scallions 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce Using a sharp knife, cut the salmon into 1-inch pieces and transfer to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until the fish is finely chopped. (Take care not to overprocess or salmon will become a paste.) Transfer to a mixing bowl and add the panko, 1/4 cup of the scallions, 2 tablespoons of the cilantro, minced ginger, egg, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of the soy sauce. Using a rubber spatula, mix gently but thoroughly to combine. Divide the mixture into 6 even portions and shape into patties about 4 inches wide and 3/4 inch thick. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of oil. When the oil is hot, season both sides of the salmon burgers lightly with the kosher salt and add the burgers to the skillet and cook, turning once, until golden brown on both sides and the salmon is just cooked through, about 3 1/2 minutes per side. Recipe from Emeril. Joe's just started to carry frozen black raspberries, the best for smoothies. Trader Joe's vanilla soy milk + Trader Joe's vanilla whey powder + frozen black raspberries ... yuMmmmmmmm

I have just Nordic walked 8.71 miles today, outside ... Yes, I feel wonderful tonight. mini goal to reach by Oct. 31:

Jackie, thank you so much for the information! :clap2: I have ordered one also.

I have KitchenAid 5-speed blender, refurbished from amazon.com. I use it constantly. I have not experienced any problem with it.

I want one, but luxury, Socrates once declared, "is artificial poverty", but I really could use a personal trainer strapped to my triceps :-) Question: when you log what you eat, how does it work? do they have a food list to choose from? My diet is very different then the mainstream's diet in this country, even as an overweight person I haven't had any junk food, sodas, microwave food, sweets etc ... I have a calorie counter book, but useless for me. I cook everything from stratch, good quality food. I had a portion problem, and a bread problem.

Melanie, I walk (Nordic walking) 5 miles everyday, 7 days a week ... and I drink lot of Water also. I do not see so much difference on the scale, but the inches are melting off me. Nordic walking: Nordic walking - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

I will try that! Thanks!

(Probably the beta-blocker is the culprit, because I really do everything I should do.)

I don't feel that way... Even though exercise as much a part of my daily routine as brushing my teeth. I do 5 miles Nordic walking every day, 7 days a week... I cannot break the plateau. I am very focused on healthy diet, calories and nutrition. For me it is a very hard work, which is a good thing, but I, personally, would like to see more rewards.

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