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I've been banded for several years now. There is no science to my experience at all but I've come to think that in the beginning, the stomach pouch is so stretched it takes time to shrink it. I use to eat enormous amounts of food but those days are gone. I can tell you I target protein on any buffet or plate. I want that in me first ( had this paranoia about losing my hair and heard protein..protein..protein). Over time, the body does change if you are persistant in what you put in it. I like to call it 'SELECTIVE'.

I would amp up your protein intake. EAS makes a drink, multiple flavors, that will get you to your 40 plus grams of protein a day.

The first page, home page, of this website has many of the questions/answers there. Having said that, you'll typically see a presentation on what the procedure entails, a little history, post op life and a question and answer.

Old post here but for anyone comparing driving to flying....uh, fly. You call the airline after reservations through something like Cheapoair or Kayak or Priceline... Then you tell them you need wheelchair assistance to the gate and if connecting...gate to gate for connecting. They will input that on your ticket and the folks should be waiting when you arrive. If not. Remind them.

@JonJon I flew from Florida to Denver after careful research. Cannot say enough positive about this doctor. LUCK!

I put on weight with Lyrica. I switched to Cymbalta 60 mgs. x 1 daily. I would try switching meds. I had no side effects as in pain returning. I do have break through pain anyway so I add Aleve liquid gel caps to my routine for no pain. I also take Skelaxin for muscular pain and twitches that I get. You may or may not get any of those as FM is different in all. I also get the sciatica pain down the one leg. Today as a matter of fact. I got a T.E.N.S. unit from the physical therapist a few years back. It just happens to help with that pain down the leg. Wearing it right this moment as I type this. You know that part of your day should be about getting the pain in order. Maybe on that day it might not go away but one can hope that it will atleast get somewhat under control. Use as many options as you can to do so meaning aromatherapy, meditation, music, medication, stretching, warmth, whatever..try them all. My goal is to keep my body in check. There are days when all I can tolerate are soft things. It's very strange. I try to avoid anything that will set my stomach off in a not so good way. Taking meds is hard on the stomach so try to eat Breakfast first and then do the meds in the middle of breakfast..like SANDWICH them with food. It's easier on you that way. My heart is with all FM sufferers. I understand your pain because I know it daily.

Hello Lacey. I was diagnosed after losing 85 pounds and suddenly having horrid pain. I was banded in 2007 and thank stars and all that I did have it done. I cannot imagine carrying that weight and having the FM. I have SHRUNK in body size which I never thought possible. But I still have 100 to lose and it's coming off soooo slow because I do not excercise. Hydro therapy is the only thing I can tolerate. I do meditation in bed and when I can at a studio. I too cannot afford the cost but there are so many things available for free and online YOUTUBE it's a start. Also your local PBS station will air yoga stretching and other such things for free. Tune in and try those. LUCK.

I don't know about that but try looking for a generic equivalent. Walgreens has their brand. If you don't find what you are looking for, I'd be making myself a cocktail of something to kill the cherry sweetness by countering it with lemon tea.

Congratulations on keeping up with the exercise! Be proud of that accomplishment, that's a positive step in the right direction. I'm going to take a different approach with you because I discovered something about my own body. I am very sensative to chemicals in foods. Specifically foods that are fast food or packaged in a box similar to Suddenly salad. What I found out was that something went haywire in me when I ate these foods that triggered hunger and also because I have chronic pain, a flair up. I began moving into fresh everything. Another thing I am spotting is your sodium intake. Pepsi and other similar drinks can actually make me hungry. I also hold Water more readily than most people. Losing weight has been slower for me. Try supplementing your diet with Protein shakes to get some protein in your system. Yogurt is a great choice and if water is hard for you to drink, try flavored bottle water like Propel. Cutting back on sodium may open the dam and move the scales. Also, acknowledging what you ate daily helps. I have a tracker on MEDHELP.COM which does all the math for me on foods. You can see how much of what you are getting, protein, carbs, sodium, etc., Best of luck

This is a really good story. I think it covers what we go through after the band. I would never want to put myself in the shoes of someone who was so far below my present weight and pfffft them into thinking 'give me a break, are you serious?'...no friend, I am sure for you the feeling of being unhappy with your body is equal to mine. What I would add is that surgery comes with many risks and this procedure is for those of us who have tried endlessly to lose weight, some of us for many many years, to no avail. You are very close to goal and you may not even realize it. I would suggest switching it up to Protein shakes, keeping certain you intake 40 mg. of protein at the least, daily, and see what happens with your body. Don't try and worry about counting calories or keeping track of points or whatever, make it as easy for yourself as possible, then see what happens. If after three months you haven't lost an ounce, you could have another medical condition. Rule out any other problem before banding yourself. Best of luck.

I know many of you have tickers at the bottom of your page to track dates, WL, and so forth; I found a website that does that and more. I found Medhelp.com when I was looking for a place to post my pain cycles. I have Fibromyalgia and all that goes with it. When I was adding the trackers I found: Pain Weight Mood Food Anxiety and my CFS/FMS What I began noticing were patterns in my weight loss and pain; patterns in weight fluctuation and specific types of foods. I discovered some foods were triggering my FM while others showed a tendancy to help my body MOVE :blushing: and weight loss. I hope you find it helpful. WWW.medhelp.com

Waterlily said it for me, I'm on the tight side but manageable. IMHO it's best to save the office visits for real emergencies like maybe you can't keep food down, are vomiting and that type of thing.

Wait. Go for the 'last supper' the night before you band. Order whatever you want but make sure you follow the physician's orders on when to stop eating for the surgery time. ENJOY! It's an awesome journey.

I am so happy for you. Congratulations! My daughter found out she is pregnant for the second time two days ago. She has chosen JACKSON for a boy.

I had shoulder pain that moved from left to right or slightly up and down. LollyMoe have you the advice that worked for me.