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Hi all, I'll be getting my sleeve on November 9th. Excited and scared!

Maybe you are coming down with something? I have been getting sick a lot more than I used to....seems to be something in the air :-( Hope you feel better soon!

I never used to get sick with colds or flu before, and I have had a cold or flu at least 3 times since my surgery in Aug! Has anyone else noticed this, and if so, any ideas?? I am eating protein, taking a multivitamin everyday and still continue to get sick...

Hi Erin I think if you just make a little more effort to prepare that you will have better results. I often don't have time to fix myself Breakfast, but I make sure I have something that I can throw in my purse. Things like a Protein bar, or some string cheese, even a piece of fruit will keep you from starving. You can eat something on the way to school or on a break. Even a little bit will help. You didn't say if you have restriction, or what you are eating when you do eat.... It also sounds like you may be a little depressed, and beating yourself up a bit. You are very young, and I remember being in your shoes at the same age. I was young, overweight and depressed. I didn't have the option of a LAP-BAND® though, so please realize how lucky you are to have been able to get that kind of help. Now you need to push yourself a little bit and work what you got :-) I think that if you just take one small step at a time, you will realize that you have the power and can make this work for you. Take a few minutes and write down the things that you need to do for yourself. Just start working on one at a time, it will lead to the next and the next. Maybe you can find a friend to exercise with. Or just go for a walk every other day. Just put one foot in front of the other, and the next time will be easier. Listen to music and just dance for 15 minutes. You will feel better about yourself every time you push yourself a little. Please make sure to get yourself some Protein Bars or something portable that you can take with you in the morning so you aren't starving by the time you can eat. I have to agree with what Cheri said, I had to wait until I was 55 to get my band. Don't waste your life letting your weight hold you back. Strive to be as healthy as you can be, and you will have a wonderful quality of life. But no matter what your weight, always make an effort to love yourself. Be the best you can be, for yourself, for those who love you now and for those who will love you in the future.... Good Luck to you, beautiful girl :frown:

So glad to hear that! I am scheduled for my 1st fill on Wednesday the 1st. Feeling a little nervous, but I'm more than ready for restriction! Keep up the good work

I can't really help as I am only 1 month post-op and haven't had a fill yet. I will say though, that I haven't lost much since my surgery either and also feel like I can eat pretty much anything. I sat myself down just last night and really took a hard look at what I have been eating since back on solid foods, and realize that I am not making the best choices. (not terrible, but not the best) Just because we feel that we can eat anything, doesn't mean we should be! I am just speaking from my own experience, since you didn't say if you are following a post op diet. Maybe you should do as I did and really look at what you are eating, and maybe you can make some changes there. Hopefully you will get to your sweet spot sooner than later. :biggrin: I am looking forward to my first fill Sept 1st! Good Luck, Tracy

My Dr's instructions say it's ok to drink coffee "as tolerated" According to the nut. they are concerned about irritation of the stomach that caffeine could cause. I started drinking 1/2 regular and 1/2 decaff at about 2 weeks out, with lots of ff milk and splenda. I've found that I love iced coffee made the same way, in a big cup with lots of ice and I put a scoop of vanilla Protein powder in there too. Lasts all day, if I replenish the ice when it melts. Yummy!

Oh wow, that is awful! I hope everything straightens itself out and you are feeling better soon. Let us know how it goes. Tracy

"Also that there is Fluid in my band now and that maybe they need to take some out." I was under the impression that they left the band empty when they put them in. Have any of you all had fluid in the band at surgery? Tracy

Wow, what an awful experience! Were you feeling bad before this all started? Had you reached goal weight? You say you had a tummy tuck, how long before all this happened did you get it? I really hope you will be able to get this last problem sorted out, and so happy that you have the support of a loving husband. Don't give up the fight, it sounds like you have a good Dr who cares about you and wants to help you. Good luck to you, Tracy

That makes no sense to me.....are you sure she wasn't an imposter? There are tons of people one here who have lost WAY more than 20%, That's just strange.... Tracy

Good for you girl! I kind of wish I hadn't told anyone, because now everyone is looking me up and down to see if I'm losing. Jeez, it's only been 3 weeks, gimme a break Tracy

I left it up to my Dr and he chose the newest incarnation of the Lap Band for me. I was banded July 27th 2010, 3 weeks ago :-)

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I am following my WW plan from before, emphasizing the Protein. I am loosing but very, very, slowly! Waiting patiently Thanks for the advise, I'll take any and all

Hey all, I'm Tracy and I live in Corona, CA. I was banded on July 27th and I'm currently in Bandster HELL! Come'on fill! Any advise to get through it?

Yeah, I agree with calling your Dr. You could really set yourself up for infection if you bathe with open wounds. Good Luck!

I have been able to swallow my Prozac capsule since day 2. I am having trouble with the Tricor caplet though. It is a bit larger and the 1 time I took it it got stuck and I felt it there for hours. Needless to say, I haven't taken it since! I should probably mention that I haven't had a fill yet. I was banded July 27th :-)

Hi Debbie, I was banded on July 27th, and I didn't have a hernia repair. I am also very sore on the left side though so I would say it's from the port. Hope you continue to do well! Tracy

Hi Amy, and welcome. I was banded on July 27th, so tomorrow is 1 week. I am doing pretty good now, had some bothersome gas pains but they have almost gone away now. I am happy for you that you are getting this done at such a young age, I sure wish I could have! Be sure to read a lot of the posts to get a good idea what you are getting yourself into :-) The band is a tool and you have to be prepared to work at it, which means changing your eating habits and exercising. I also go to another newer lap band website, Lap Band Support, Lap Band Forums and Information and they are really helpful over there. The gals that run it have successfully lost weight with the band and kept it off for several years. Maybe I'll see you there. Good Luck on your journey! :thumbup:

Good to know! Thanks for sharing :-)

JMAW, good luck with the infection. My understanding about the coffee is that it can become an irritant, but if it doesn't bother you than I don't see why not! I don't understand how they can tell you to only have 4 oz 3 times a day and expect you to get your protein in. Doesn't add up. I can see later when you are healed and able to eat, but not at this point. Make sure to ask about about that.

Anyone going in to surgery, really think about taking a small pillow with you to hold against your stomach when you get up. I had this: Amazon.com: Homedics OT-TRVL Ortho + Therapy Memory Foam Travel Pillow with Carry Case, 15" x 11" x 4.5": Health &… and it was very helpful and continues to be (I was banded on the 27th)

I got my band! July 27th, so this is my 3rd day out. (counting the 27th) Went in to surgery @ 7:30 am, released at about 1:30pm. The 1st day wasn't too bad, but I slept most of the day. There was more pain yesterday, mostly gas. Seems like everytime I drink anything the gas pain comes back.I had water, vitamin water and sugarfree popsicles. I am having my 1st protein shake right now, and it is pretty good (after I blended it with a little ice) I've only been able to get 2 oz down so far. How weird is that?? From the stories I've read, I think I have had it easier than some and not as easy as others....right in the middle...which is ok to me :-) How is everyone else doing?

Hey everyone, I know I am late to this party but I was also banded yesterday the 27th. I went into surgery at 7:30 and walked out the hospital doors at 1:30pm. Went to my brothers house and after a couple sips of Water and pain medication (Lortab elixir) I was out for the rest of the afternoon. I also have been having some gas pains, mostly in my left shoulder and chest. Was up for a couple of hours last night but pretty much slept through. Today (went home) I walked some more and am expelling gas both ways (thank goodness) Shoulder still hurting but not as bad. I've just been sipping water and Vitamin water, but tonight has some chicken broth. I am somewhat confused about when to start full liquids.... Congrats to my band mates, our new b-day is July 27th! Take care and keep checking in! Tracy:thumbup: