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Hi, I was banded June 18, 2007 and have lost 115 lbs. I've been having problem with throwing up and an uncomfortable feeling in my esophagus. I went for an x-ray and the doc said that the band had slipped up. This is very unusual he said. He said he thinks I need to have the band removed and repositioned and may have to take it out if the stomach is damaged too much. I have mixed emotions about this. Have been trying to keep out of surgery. Been having acid reflux and heartburn but taking medicine for this. Has anyone heard of this are going through the same thing?? Please Help!!

Just wanted you to know that I had a similiar experience with the band. I have been banded since July 18, 2007 and have lost over 100 lbs. I feel so good. I have had bouts of coughing and throwing up every 5 - 10min all night long. It got to the point that I was dehydrated. I went to the doctor and got the fill taken out and was fine after that. Got x-ray to check if the band had slipped. Everything was fine. Got the fill put back and a few weeks later I had a bad cough and was throwing up a lot a mucus again. It was like bronchitis. It got to the point that I could not keep anything down and it felt like the food was in my throat and wouldn't go down. It would take about 4 hrs. Went to DR and they remove the fluid again that they had put back in the time before. It's been about 4 days and can finally eat. In fact, as soon as the fuild was extracted I felt better. I will diffinitely be cautious about the fills that I get in the future. The PA said that my insides were irritated from coughing and may have caused the stomach to swell and make the band tight. I could not have lost the weight without the band. It is a wonderful invention (tool)!! You just have to listen to your body and have a doctor or PA to call on. It is a learning experience and everyones case is different.

It's been 16 months since surgery and I've lost 103lbs and feel great! I do have trouble with the 3 Golden Rules and boy do I pay for it. Does anyone know what happens when you have a band slip or an erosion?? I'm kind of worried about it. The last time I went to the DR. he said to be careful because I could cause a band slipage. I've been having trouble with acid reflux and take Prevacid. At night when I go to sleep I tried not to eat and it still comes up and I start to cough. Sometimes it's non stop; every 20 min. Then I'll go several days and everything is okay. Still get the acid reflux. Also take Gaviscon.

I have the same problem. My fill didn't click in until about 3 weeks later. Had only 2 fills in a 10cc band. (2 1/2cc) Some things I have no problem with , like soups and things with gravy and crunchy stuff. Sometimes I can only have a small amount and get a burning and hurting sensation. I know I must have ate to fast or too much. I was banded June 18, 2007 and I'm still learning what and how to eat. I guess I'm a slow learner.

Hi! I'm right there with you. I went from a size 22-24 to a size 18. It feels wonderful!! I'm taking in some of my old clothes but they don't look as good as the new ones. I was banded June 18 and have lost 68 lbs, 20 before surgery. I have had 2 fills and the second didn't take affect until about 2 weeks after. How much are you eating at one meal? If it's soft food, I can eat 1 to 1/2 cups, but if it's meat or chicken just about 3 oz. Popcorn - no problem, crunchy things - no problem.

Hi, Haven't been on in a long time. I was banded June 18, 2007 and doing great! Lost 68 lbs. Saw the Nutritionist today and she said that I wasn't eating enough protein and shouldn't have crackers. Should be eating 4 small meals a day. I find it hard to fit all that in. Lately when I eat meat or chicken I PB, but anything else I can eat as much as I want. I thought that if I wasn't hungry I shouldn't eat. I drink a protein shake in the morning which is about 40 grams of protein and then eat lightly the rest of the day. Crackers and cheese, vegetables, fruit etc. What do the rest of you eat?

I believe there is a support meeting next Wednesday in Houma. I hope to go if I'm feeling okay. Hope to see you there.

Well, I'm back. Had surgery on Monday. Still feeling sore by the port area. I'm trying to get use to how I feel with the band. I'm feeling bloated but not drinking very much at all. I have a pain in the left side of my back. Is this normal? Also, what would it feel like if the band sliped. I have a pressure in the middle of my chest also. Is this the pouch overfilled? Just drinking liquids and jello.

Well, one more day of pre-op liquid diet and Surgery on Monday. The time is finally here. A little nervous and excited. Love this site. Such inspiration!! I sure hope I can do as well as all of you.

I'm on the pre-op diet also. I have 3 more days till surgery on 6/18. This has been the hardest thing I have ever done. I was determined I would do this. I consumed about 500-550 calories a day of liquid protein (Whey protein from Walmart and Unjury protein ) and jello and popsicles. Bouillon was a treat. Can't wait to go forward and get on the road to recovery. Good luck to the people on the pre-op.

Hi, I'm down the bayou from Houma. I'm having surgery on June 18 at Oschners. Wanted to have surgery in Houma with Dr. Rau but they didn't take Medicare, because they were not a Center of Excellence. Today is my 7 day of a 2 week liquid diet. Hard, but I'm taking it one day at a time. Will be going to the support group in Houma. Went to a few and really enjoyed them. Might have me you at one of them.

Is Calorie King FREE??

Hi, this is my 4 day of 14 on the pre-op liquid diet. This is very hard. No solids at all. Only 3 Protein shakes and all the sf drinks and Water I want. I'm tried of drinking sf drinks. Everything is sweet except the broth and water. It leaves a bad taste in my mouth. I know it will be worth it, and I'm taking it one day at a time. Wish I could have a salad or veggies. Good results : 10 lbs in 3 days.:clap2:

I'm thinking about the same thing. I'm 20 days away from banding and I keep thinking about the lifestyle that we lead and hope that I can do this. I'm also worried about being on a 2 week liquid diet. I know all this is because I am afraid of the unknown. This site really helps when a am feeling this way. People with the band say this is normal for us to feel this way. I also worry about the skin problem. I figure I'll cross that bridge when I get to it. Are you on a liquid diet and if so how are you doing.

Haven't been banded yet(June 18, 2007), but am trying out the protein shakes. Tried Unjury and it is very good but expensive. Has anyone tried Body Fortress Whey Protein from Walmart? It is half the price and it is delicious!

I'm on June 18th also. Excited and nervous!!

Well, surgery date changed!! It's going to be June 18, 2007. Was disappointed but just glad it's going to happen. Surgeon wanted to scheduled 3 the same day and that's the day everyone else could do it. Getting excited and anxious all at the same time. I have the same feeling that the others have.

I got my surgery date also. It will be 6/6/07. I have the same feelings and concerns that you have. Excited and nervous all at the same time. Can't wait to get started. I've already started to drinks protein shakes and 1 meal a day. Will start on the liquid diet on May 23. Can't believe I have to be on liquids for 2 weeks. :clap2: :clap2:

Hi, Called the DR office today to see if they heard anything about my approval. Getting a little anxious. The nurse said that I have been approved and could probably have the surgery on June 6, 2007. She is going to call me on Monday and set up a difinite time and date and my pre-op diet instructions. I'm so excited. I will finally be able to join in and be ready for any advice you have to give me. I will difinitely need all of your support. Also glad there is a site for People over 50.. Everyone has been such an inspiration. I know it wont be easy but I will try to make it work. I'm thinking positive. I needed to hear this news as I was getting a little depressed yesterday. I started a diet last week and have lost 11 lbs in one week. 2 protein shakes and 1 good meal. I know I won't lose as much this week but am still trying. I don't want that all liquid diet to be too much of a shock to my system. Anyone else had a hard time with it??

Hi!, I'm still waiting to be banded. All tests are done and they said they sent the info to Medicare. It's been 2 weeks and I'm getting very frustrated. Been reading all the good things and the bad things about the band and can't wait to get started. I started on a diet of my own of 2 protein shakes and 1 meal and have lost 11 lbs this week. I have about 150 lbs. to lose. I figure the more I can lose now the closer to my goal I'll be. I hope it doesn't take too long. I'm not getting any younger. 64 yrs. old

Have you tried to freeze the Slimfast? I take it out the freezer and run it under some warm Water and then open it with a can opener and let it slide out and eat it like ice cream. Lasts longer and tastes great. Waiting to be banded. Getting heart test tomorrow.

I have the same feeling and concerns that "eyespy" has. Thanks so much for this LBT. It has really helped me. I have done the physc exam and the medical tests and have to go Thursday for an stress test because they found my heart is enlarged. It is a stress test done with dye. ouch! Then have to see my PCP on the 16th. I guess I'm getting a little nervous since it seems to be getting closer. Last night I read on the LBT a person that said the lapband was just a scam. That kind of upset me, especially since most of the comments are good. I just wish it were all over. I'm also worried about the 2 week liquid diet before. That's a long time. Guess I'll be going to bed early. My husband said he would do it with me since he could stand to lose a few pounds. At least I wouldn't have to cook or watch him eat. Sorry to be rambling on, but just getting anxious. Thanks again to all of you! Your great!!

It's so good to have a support group like this one. I get so confused on whether this is the right thing to do. I hope that I can succeed losing weight and not be too miserable. Cooking and eating was really important to me. I don't hear anyone complaining about their life style after the BAND. And I'm sure that some of you out there are just like me and are losing weight. When I start reading all the successes I feel encouraged.

Hi, I'm from below Houma. I'm seeing Dr. Richardson at Oschner. Have to get another test on my heart on Thursday because he found that my heart was enlarged. Waiting anxiously.

Hi, Bsoutherngirl. I wanted to have Dr. Rau do my surgery but I needed a hospital that was a Center of Excellence so my insurance (Medicare) would pay. Went to the seminar and support group in Houma. Enjoyed if very much. Went to Oschner and talked to Dr. Richardson. Am going through the process now. I will be going to do the tests this week. Can't wait. Keep up the good work. It sounds like it's a little rough in the beginning but I still want it done.