Anul

I have never gotten stuck. I was banded on Jan 13, 2010 - and fortunately had none of the problems others have mentioned. I consider myself blessed and am hoping that does not change! Cheers!

I had almost the exact thing happen to me. My doc had me take milk of magnesia. 1 dose - did it for me. havent had to take it since either - this was almost 2 weeks ago. Hope you are relieved soon and put out of your discomfort and pain!

Thanks for that TinaM. Would be able to tell me what brand/model? I looked online and they have a bunch to choose from. :thumbup:

Hello all, I am wondering if anybody could help me identify a reliable weighing scale which does not cost the earth? I have one - but I suspect it is not accurate. Thanks Anu

Hi I was banded on jan 13 and for almost a week after surgery I had muscles spasms in my legs and stomach. But they passed. Make sure you are getting your vitamins - and get your rest. Good luck on your journey!

I am 11 days post-op. Just came back from a follow-up appointment. While I have healed well - I haven't lost any weight since the pre-op diet. :smile2: Thankfully - I haven't put any on either. My surgeon is not worried about it - but I am. I am still on mushies. He has asked me not to worry about it for another 2 weeks. Is this normal?? Anybody else there in my boat?? :confused:

Really glad to know that you are doing better! TAke care and do let us know what your surgeon says.

Hello Helen, my name is Anu and I am from Canada. Firstly let me congratulate you on your decision. Well done. I was banded exactly a week ago and I can tell you - so far I have had nothing totally out of the expected happen - so no complaints. In fact I have a sense of pride that I have finally taken my life in my hands. I am a self pay too - with a package similar to yours - fills, etc for life. The pre-op is not fun - let me be honest about it - but is worth it - makes surgery safer and does kick start weight loss - so I wouldn't cheat on it. I lost 10 lbs on pre-op. Stay connected to this site - it makes it easier being able to connect with people in similar circumsatances. You will be amazed by the bonds you will create here. Telling people - only my best friend, my sister, my husband and my parents know. My best friend and sister are both a size 2-4 - so they the see the point. My hubby has been very supportive too. My parents were the most difficult to tell - they were more worried about the dangers of surgery, malnutrition, etc ,etc. They are my parents -some of the worrying comes the territory - I would think. A little education on the surgery, etc and they were more comfortable. Now they are as excited as I am for me on this new journey!! I am blessed with their support. The ticker tape - some kind and helpful user on this site has posted instructions at http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f17/ticker-tutorial-pictures-41782/. Again Helen, good luck and welcome to the group!:mad:

Hang in there Just-Ice. And I am glad that you are doing the appropriate thing by going to the ER. I will pray you feel better soon. For me - I thankfully had no complications at all - in fact the surgeon told me I was real good and did not need a hernia repair either. The big trouble they had with me was finding a vein and my forearm is all black and blue from trying!! I did have belly pain on 13th, gas and belly pain since. But both have subsibed. I have not thrown up once and I am extremely thankful for that. Since I am allergic to dust - sneezing is common - and that hurts!! But, I am taking it with a pinch of salt and waiting to feel better. Just Ice hang in there - things will get better!

Hello all, Here I am reporting post-op. Was scheduled for 9.40am on Jan 13, but reschduled for 12 noon. Was out of surgery at 1 pm in recovery for 2 hours after. Was at home in my own bed at 4 pm. Sore, tired, some pain - nothing unbearable. Fortunately did not need hiatal hernia repair. Some gas pain. Now, I am really excited about the journey ahead and the transformation to a whole new me!!

Congratulations Jon - Good for you! I am getting banded tomorrow and with my nerves all over the place right now. You results are definitely hugely encouraging!! Thanks Anu

I get banded on Jan 13th too! Yes, i am scared, nervous, hungry, etc, etc - but truly I am excited - to start a whole new life! Good luck to all here!:smile2:

Its so cool!!! Good stuff!

Hi all, I am Jan 13 too - and am on day 8 of my pre-op diet. It has not been easy - I was plagued with headaches for the first few days of the diet. But for the last couple I / my body seem to have gotten the hang of it. I know I have lost a few pounds - I can feel it - but I have promised myself that I will not stand on the scale till the last day of the diet. Six more days to go - I have tonnes to wind up at work - since I am taking 2 weeks off starting the day of surgery. Good luck to all

Thank you so much for your encouragement - it certainly helps calm some of my nervees. I started my pre-op diet today and will be banded on Jan 13. Thanks again!