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Does anyone have a good idea for recycling the protein shot tubes? I hate to throw them away all the time, but can't think of anything to do with them! Sharon

I guess all of us March Bandsters are doing so well that we're too busy to get on LBT anymore! That's good news Sharon

It's been a year now, and I'm wondering how everyone is doing. Have we all met most of our goals? It's been up and down for me. My restriction is all or nothing, and there doesn't seem to be any reason for it. I'm still learning though. Sharon

I'm a year out and still drink the protein drinks most days. I lost alot of hair about 6 months ago, and decided a small protein drink (usually half of the serving size Isopure) would be easy to get down and I wouldn't have to sweat it every day. I did start to develop a kidney stone, and heard that apple cider vinegar would help with that. I added some to apple juice for a week or so and it cleared up. Good luck, Sharon

I think that fat people are invisible to alot of people. I work in a small town Post Office, and was banded almost a year ago. I'm almost to my goal, and I can't tell you how many times in the past couple months people have asked if I'm new! I've helped these same people for the past five years, but I doubt they looked at me when heavier.

I'm 51 and was banded last March. Since then I've lost almost 80 lbs, and have almost reached my goal of 150. Thinking of adjusting it downward - something I never thought I'd say since I'd been fat since infancy Good luck to you! Sharon

I'm curious how long a food item can be stuck. I've had things stuck for a couple hours, but wonder what the longest might be, before the food breaks down. Anyone have any ideas? Experiences with being stuck for a long time?

This sounds like what happened to me. In October all of a sudden I was having nighttime reflux. I had a small bit taken out, and it cleared up. I was also worried about losing the self control I've gained, but it hasn't been a problem. Good luck, Sharon

I've got a question. I've had a very painful 24 hours, unable to drink but a sip. It came on suddenly, I've been doing fine with the band I received last March. I've read about the slip symptoms, and it seems a possibility. However, I am a couple weeks away from being able to see a doctor. I've tried zantac, and it seems to help a bit. If I did have a slip, would the zantac help? Or maybe its a placebo effect? Thanks for any insight, Sharon

Are you getting enough protein, vitamins and water? Fiber and exercise? I actually feel better and more energetic as I lose (even in the beginning), so don't know if it's 'normal' or not. I imagine as you lose a few more pounds you'll start to feel great!

I'm 5'6", started at 240. I initially thought a goal of 150 would be good, but as I approach that I think I might have to adjust downward. Maybe 130? We'll see how it goes

I hope everyone is feeling better... I thought I was doing great yesterday, altho I was still dehydrated. I took my BP and it was 73/52!! I didn't realize being dehydrated knocked it down so far - now I know not to take my BP meds when I can't drink. But, was able to drink and eat a bit so am definitely on the road to recovery. Hope you all are too! Sharon

Thanks cb9094 for responding. (Didn't see it last post!) Good advice on the liquids. Unfortunately, there is no medical care where I live, so that's out. It frequently sucks, living in the middle of nowhere!! Sharon

Thanks for the response Jill. My gut says it's not really a band issue since it was underneath the pouch, but I was hoping for some backup on that! My doctor gave me some of the needles used for filling in case I could find a health care worker in my area and I have an emergency. Hasn't come to that yet, thank goodness :thumbup: Good luck with your surgery and your unfill. Question: can't they just unfill you at the time of your surgery? Save you some $ and some time? You'd think they would throw something like that in.... Sharon

Questions for anyone who could help. Thursday I started feeling lousy, nauseous and not hungry. Had soup only, no problems. Friday I couldn't eat at all, and my stomach felt painful to the touch (like in the old days when I'd get food poisoning). I had one mild incident of vomiting on Friday also. I couldn't get anything down but a little water. Saturday more of the same, but less of the soreness. Yesterday and today I can eat a bit of cream of wheat, but am uncomfortable drinking much more than a sip at a time. I'm aware of the band tightening while being sick. My idea is that if I get food poisoning or the flu with the band the symptoms will be different. Anyone know that for sure? I don't live where I can get to a doctor to check for a slip, or I'd have scheduled that. Really just looking for some reassurance that it's probably a mild flu or something. Any help appreciated! Sharon