Teryn

I've had some times when I've been uncomfortable in my port. It's happened a few times when I've maybe eaten a little too much. Sometimes even ONE too many bites can cause it. I know what you mean about being able to feel it now though, lol. I'm at goal after losing 80lbs and can even feel my ribs again lol

Thank you very much and I wish you well with your weight loss. I think the most frustrating thing is that it does take some time. It will be worth it though.

It was 2 years on Oct 13th since my LB, and my doctor suggested I lose 60lbs. And I've actually lost 78 lbs!!!! And I'm so happy and feel soo much better healthwise. My doctor (who is wonderful) thought because of other health problems thought that 60lbs would probably be all I could lose. I have MS so am not able to do much exercise. But I tried to adapt to my situation, and did as much as I was ABLE to exercise. On my way to the surgery I was 204lbs and am now 128lbs!! It's been 30yrs since I've weighed this. I've never considered myslef thin cause I'm only 5ft tall lol. When I've checked, I'm still considered overweight, but kinda doubt I'll lose anymore. Anyway, alot of you here were very encouraging to me when I would hit my lows and was frustrated cause I didn't think I was losing fast enough. Wanted to say a big THANK YOU for that. Terri

TY ptmyers for your response. My doc says it will take a year to lose 60lbs, but I expected it to be a little faster. Hate those reminders that I'm a little older now, lol. Course when ya think of the alternative, is a good thing.

I have some tenderness at my port site and it seems swollen to me. Was just wondering what symptoms you had. I did find out last week that I have many gall stones, some nausea with it but no vomiting.

Yes I did tell my doctor about the tenderness but seems he thought that was "normal". If it still hurts on Mon though, I'll give him a call. And I didn't mean to complain really about the slow weight loss and I shouldn't just go by the scale. It's time to buy some new clothes but was trying to wait till I've lost a little more. Thank you for replying. Terri

lost weight as slow as I am right now? I was March, and I've only lost 30lbs!!! I know I can't do much exercise because of another physical condition, but 30lbs in 6mths isn't what I was expecting. I've had 2 fills, the last one 10 days ago, and am having some soreness at the port site right now also. Has anyone else had this problem?

I had the same problem for the 3 weeks after surgery. Was horrible but gradually started going away as I started soft then solid food. I actually lost 14lbs during those first weeks, lol. Hang in there and hope you're feeling better soon.

I had my surgery on 10/13, so not long before you. I've only lost 25lbs and it's driving me crazy!!! I was supposed to have a fill on my last appointment but the doc wouldn't do it cause he says I'm losing at the perfect rate. He says that I'd also put my body into "starvation mode" lately and thats why I'm at a standstill. I eat between 600-800 cals. a day, but if I eat more, I know I won't lose. Because of a medical illness, I can't exercise much so that's part of it too I know. Just getting pretty frustrated here.

My back and knees are where I have the most pain. But like you, I'm afraid the doc will say it's all in my head. I'm going to have to have knee replacement surgery in a few months though, so am hoping I feel alot better after that.

Another nurse here. I worked for over 20yrs in different areas, though my fav was working for a nurse midwife. Had to quit 10yrs ago due to my MS, and though I miss it some, I enjoy having time to spend with my grandbabies.

Oh I remember my 40's (I'm 52 now) and I was in overdrive. Wore my hubby out, lol. I'm hoping after losing more weight, some of that will come back.

Hi Tam. I was banded in Oct, and like you, I have MS. I know there are some things unique to us, and was wondering if I could email you Terri

I've not formally been diagnosed either, but from what I've read, I think it's very possible. May I ask what kinds of symptoms you have? Terri

I've heard a few people who think the band isn't the right way to go. I did think about GB at first, but my doctor didn't feel it was right for me. I had my band placed 10/13/09 and so far have lost 20lbs. Even that much makes me feel better, just wish it wasn't so slow lol