starsinmyeyes

I have had 4 fills now and was banded back in July. I have 6cc's in a 9cc band. I feel very restricted...in fact so much that I can't tolerate eating solids first thing the a.m....so only drink a protein shake. But now I have found that when I eat anything but soup, chili, yougurt, cream of wheat, eggs, cheese, some soft chicken or ground turkey etc..I get a stuck feeling and then slime. It is really horrible. I am confused as what to do because I am actually feeling restriction, but can't hardly eat much variety of foods. I'm happy I don't get hungry and I'm losing weight, since I can't eat. I know that's what the band is supposed to do, yet I also know I'm probably too tight and need a cc taken out. Such a dilemna for me....losing weight, but I sure don't like excusing myself from the table constantly and not being able to eat foods I ate before this last fill. Has anyone else experienced this?

I read your posts about the holidays and depression and it really sounds like you are in great pain. I am a therapist and I work with women in prison, many of whom suffer from clinical depression as well. The biggest help for my clients has been following their faith and staying strong in their spirituality, in addition to therapy and sometimes anti-depressants. Also, involvement in something that brings great returns, like helping others in some way (perhaps volunteering) . Well, I hope that you get through the holidays and I hope that you find the peace and joy in your life that you are seeking.

I disagree, my doctor and nutritionist said that you should be able to eat chicken and ground meats, if you chew them very well. And that it's also a good idea that you get your protein from real food and only supplement with protein shakes. I think the biggest problem that people have is that they take too large of bites, they attempt eating dry meat (meats need to be moist and maybe with sauce) and don't chew their food well enough. I started with chicken and then tried ground turkey and burger. I am 4 months post-op and I was anemic....not getting enough iron so I take vitamins. I have had a few fills, and I enjoy meat! Goodluck to everyone!

I just had my first vomit/regurgitation with scrambled eggs of all things. I am about 4 months out from my surgery, I have been eating eggs with no problems so i don't really understand why this happend. I could feel it coming up, I kept trying to gulp it back down, and I took a few sips of water too. But, nothing....next thing I knew it was coming up. I have since eaten eggs and had no problem...so I am not traumatized by the incident...actually don't know what to think.

Wow, I am 10 weeks post-op and I have been scared to even try popcorn. But, it sounds like people are doing ok with it soooo...maybe a movie and popcorn are in my future :smile:

Well, I just had my 2nd fill. I had 3cc's in already and my doc added 1.5cc's more. After I had my 1st fill I really struggled with horrible hunger and at times ate way to much. Thus I lost and gained 5 lbs over a months time. It was horrible. So, instead of waiting 6 weeks, I went in at 4 weeks. After eating dinner tonight I was full pretty fast....I think I could be in the green zone. I hope! I hope! I hope! I want to start losing again. Positive thoughts everyone :smile2:

Hi Bella, It's been a month since I have been on here. I have gotten very busy with life and I have gone through a few things. I have been playing with my port...running my fingers over it, trying to get used to it being there. I have had my BF feel it....he likes stuff like that and thinks it's awesome. Weird I know. Anyways, my port is dead center below my sternum/curve of rib cage. I just had my 1st fill and it is a little sore around the port site....other than that I'm great!. Good luck to everyone and Bella I'm glad you are still on here and doing great! Take care!

You are an inspiration to me! Thank you for your post. I was banded 2.5 weeks ago and I'm doing well, but to read your story helps me feel even more hopeful that I will be able to reach my goal as well. Congrats!

Hi everyone, I was banded on July 29....so just 2 1/2 weeks out. I am on solid food and tolerating everything I've tried. But I am sticking to my "yes" food list from the nutritionist. And according to it, I am not supposed to have bread, pasta, or rice for a couple months. Actually I am frightened about getting something stuck when I do try those foods. Well, I walk about 2 miles a day and I've lost 20 lbs so far. I don't get my 1st fill for another 4 weeks and I am getting worried about gaining weight, because I am hungry all the time now and I don't feel any restriction at all. But, I'm limiting my portions to 1-2 ounces and trying to fill up on low-carb protein drinks. I wish I could get a fill sooner, but apparently most doctors like to wait till 6 weeks, because it takes about that amount of time to completely heal and be ready for a fill. I've been back to work for a week now and I've been soooooo tired at the end of the day. When is this fatigue going to go away? I am taking my vitamins and getting all my protein , so I don't think it's due to lack of nutrition. Maybe it's because I am still healing? or after affects from the anesthesia? Not sure....Well, this is a great forum, I really enjoy it. Hope everyone is doing well!

This is off-topic regarding our surgeries...but can anyone tell me how to use the weight loss ticker? I went to the site, created one, and got the code, but I do not know where to paste the code so it will show up in my posts and show my progress. Can anyone offer some help? Thank you! :party:

I burp all the time, and at both ends too....but better than the discomfort of gas pain. HaHa! I haven't noticed a bad taste in my mouth though. Great progress you are having! Good luck!

I did the same thing! lol...I made dinner for a few nights in a row for the family. But, it was rather strange...I wasnt hungry at all...just had a craving for that yummy food. I'm having to learn the difference between being hungry and a craving. The worst was the gourmet bbq bacon sirloin burgers the family had the other night. The smell was intoxicating, but I know eating those is how I got to this weight. So, I am finding it is a mental thing as well. I know others with the band but havent been able to get in touch with them and I was hoping to find an actual support group to attend here in my town. But, this site is great! I know it will be a place i visit often to talk with those who are going through similar things and get support and encouragement. Good luck to everyone and keep at it!

Hi there, I just had my Lap Band done on July 29th. I am going through some discomfort too....gas and soreness, back pain from sleeping on my back so much. I get bursts of energy and then wow.... just totally tired. I am planning on returning to work on Monday (today is Thursday), but if I don't improve I may push that date back a little. lol. I am excited to be eating mush vs drinking liquid only. I have no problems keeping anything down, but I did have an episode of dumping syndrome when I had some restaurant tomatoe soup...must have had too much sugar in it. But, lesson learned. Anyways, I will have my 1st fill Sept. 16 and I wish it wasn't so far away. I wonder when I can excercise? How is everyone else doing?

Does anyone know of any Lap Band support groups in Fresno CA?