Colleen_TheAltercation

Hey all. I chugged a vitamin water the other day without thinking, and it hurt bad. Definitely learned my lesson on that one. I've been banded for over 6 months now, and since I chugged my drink I've had this pain after swallowing. It doesn't hurt right away, and after I swallow something it takes a few seconds then i get this bit of pain down near my stomach. It happens when I swallow saliva, or just anything. I was wondering if this has happened to anyone else? Or should I be concerned. Once in awhile it'll hurt on it's own without me doing anything (if that makes sense) Thanks in advance! Colleen

Okay, so I had my surgery August 13th and I've had irregular periods all my life, though I'm only 19. I have had a period on and off for 6 weeks and I don't know if anyone here has experienced this. Today, it has been really heavy and it's really starting to worry me. It's not a normal color either, its very bright. I hope someone can help me with information but I do have my first fill tomorrow so I can ask my surgeon, and I have an appointment with my doctor as well. Thanks.

Unfortunately, I would love to go to Harper Hospital, but I saw on their website that a person has to be 21 years old to have the surgery and I am only 19 years old.

Hello all, I'm looking into finding a surgeon at the DMC. I'll be turning 19 in a few weeks and my BMI is well above 40. I'm hoping to have the lap band surgery before I go back to school. What was the average time between the first consultation appointment, and actually having the surgery done? Thanks! Colleen