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Now I am not a doctor, or even an expert. But, it seems like you are forcing your band and your stomach to eat too soon. Most of us are on clear liquids for a week after surgery, then full liquids. Cottage cheese and oatmeal are not liquids! I don't remember well, because I had surgery over 2 years ago. But, my son had surgery in August, the surgeon's assistant told him that cottage cheese shouldn't even be eaten at mushy stage. Calm down, follow your surgeon's guide lines to a T and you should be okay! Karen

Congrats, Tracy! Looks like you are getting close to normal BMI ! Way to go!

I agree, I overheard my surgeon telling a teacher that if a stomach virus was running through her school, to come and get an unfill for precautionary purposes! I did have a stomach virus, and ended up with a slip in October. Take care!

Oh, I do agree. I knew I needed lapband to keep me honest. i bore easily with diets. I am at the top of my normal BMI. But, due to slippage, I have 3 1/2 cc in my port. I have been using will power over the holiday to stop eating. My next apt, I am asking for another 1/2 cc. Good luck to all in maintenance and folks still loosing. Karen

I agree, you need to see your surgeon ASAP! I, also, had this problem after a virus. I had a slip and needed surgery to repair it. Not all slips need surgery. Sometimes the surgeon just needs to remove your fill for your band to go back into shape. Good luck. Karen

Yay! And as previously said, walk, walk, walk!!! And stay hydrated, too! Good luck. Karen

Well, you go Girl! Congratulations on NSV's etc. You are doing amazing. Karen

Never had a problem. My husband and I share all the time. My daughter and I do too! I can order off the senior menu and still have to take home or share with hubby. I don't like the"children's" menu food. I have never had to use my card. I just advise and they are very accommodating at most places. I do have a card, tho' Karen

Please call your surgeon and make an earlier, emergency apt. You could have or cause a slip! I had a slip and had to have everything removed. 15 months later, I had to have surgery to fix and additional slip! Good luck. Karen

Congratulations to everyone making this important decision to take charge of their lives. Good luck to all!

Well good luck, you can do it.! Congrats on your 1st NSV, there will be more to come, guaranteed! Karen

I think that your goal is possible. It may take a while longer than you wish, but slow and steady it can happen. Good luck, you are doing fantastic already! Karen

Yay! My son, who had surgery in August, lost quickly,too. I think, depending on your age, and being male, you will loose quicker than us, females. He was over 300 an dis now down to 236. The surgeon is very happy with his weight loss. I think he has had 2 fills and goes back on Wed for his weigh-in. You can do it, and don't fret about loosing too quickly. There is a gentleman on here who lost over 100 lbs without getting any fills! Good luck, Karen

Good luck. I had a slip in Oct. and had to have surgery to fix it. My best wishes go out to you. Let us know what the surgeon tells you. Karen

Congratulations for reaching that goal. It is amazing when the scale starts with a 1, instead of a 2. You are doing great. Keep on and you will succeed. Karen

I agree, the 1st time I had a drink, after banding, I was semi-high with only one margarita!

Hurray! For both NSV's

Thanks for your advice, Jacqui, I always learn from you! After 2 years, I still find your advice valuable, Karen

Congratulations to you and all band members who survived Turkey day!

I, also, hiccup. And I feel a fullness, at the top of my stomach; I guess that is the top of the tube. Once, I experience that feeling, I stop eating. If I don't, there could be a bad experience following! Karen

Welcome, Yellowsisi, This is a friendly and informative group. Remember, tho' as informative as we are, your own surgeon is your best advice for health questions! I like the comradery that we have here; the willingness to welcome new people, and the support from others. Join us in discussions, ask questions, answer some, too! You are taking a positive step toward a new you, so welcome once again! Karen

This is my 3rd Thanksgiving, also. I did fine, until trying to eat a late dinner. I haven't had much restriction lately, so I was not noticing when I swallowed too big a piece of turkey. That was it for me! I had to visit my friend "ralph" in the restroom. This was my 1st experience since having my band readjusted in Oct. I only have 3 1/2 cc in my band.now. Karen

I had slippage, too! But did not have the band removed. The surgeon repaired my band and I now have 3 1/2 cc in it. I am at peace with my band. I have no more nighttime coughing, spitting up etc. Loving my band again. Karen

HI Folks, Well today is Thanksgiving day! I am thankful that I have a nation that is Free to give thanks anyway we want to. Some people will spend their day in line to be the 1st to shop on Black Friday. I will start my day by attending church to thank the Lord for this day. Then, I will have dinner with my family and be thankful that we have food to share. Then, we will watch football on our 60" screen and one again be thankful for plenty! Thank you to all our servicemen and women and patriots who have kept us free for so many years! Pearl Harbor attack, JFK's assassination, the Challenger blowing up, and 9/11, all the other times our country has been challenged show than when this country is at its lowest point, it is the strongest! Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!

Congrats! You have done awesome! Best wishes for your future! Karen