We had a good thread going a while back of people who were banded in August. Since it's been six months, I thought it would be helpful for all of us to get an update.

Any takers?

As for me, my weight loss has been slow -- most of it came immediately following surgery and my two fills. No complaints. I'm now at 1.8 cc.

I've had some issues with reflux, gas and not getting enough Fiber in. (Read into that whatever you want!) After this last fill, I've had some vomiting episodes. I don't think I'm too tight...but that I eat too much too fast. All the rules are so true. Eat slow. Eat Protein first. Take tiny bites. Exercise. Get your Water in.

All in all, I'm thrilled to have lost what I have. If I don't lose another pound it will have been worth it. There are stops and starts and lots of learning curves, but I'll get there. Thanks for being here!

Elizabeth

8/28/03

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Thanks for starting this thread! It does really help to see that my weight loss is pretty much in line with everyone else's. I have had 2 fills and currently have 1.6cc. Just got the second fill last week. I've lost 43 pounds. My mini-goal is to be under 200 by the time of the Texas Bandster Bash in late April. Possible, but challenging.

My frustration has been that nobody seems to notice. And I've only gone from a size 26 to a size 24 (or 22 in some things).

NSVs: I feel so much better. I move faster and easier. I have less joint and back pain. I'm exercising. On Tuesday I will find out if my insulin and cholesterol levels have improved but I'm betting (and hoping) they have. My self-esteem has improved and I'm more assertive now.

Nancy

My surgery was on August 19th and I've lost right at 40 pounds. My weight loss has been slower than I expected, but 40 pounds in 6 months isn't too bad. Hopefully it will be another 40+ in the next 6 months.

NSV's...

*went from a size 22/24 to a 16

*feel MUCH better

*am able to keep up with my 3 year old

****too many more to mention.

Banded 8/12/03 down 53 lbs.

I had thought that was slow also, but seeing everyone elses reply I guess I am on track.

What is the endless pool????

Brandi

My neighboor has an endless pool, His is about 25 feet long, 10 feet wide. Sits above ground kind-of like a dough-boy. What makes it "endless" is one very powerfull adjustable jet that you can swin into. Its like swimming in place.

I went to that site....what a cool thing!!! Maybe someday I'll be able to afford one...lol.

Hey I forgot about this thread but have enjoyed reading everyones progress, We have all came a long way. Congradulations to all.

I have lost 43 lbs with 12 coming after my last fill, 4th fill I believe. I think I am at 4.5 in a 4.0 band I was wondering if I ever woul dget the coveted restriction needed. Not to worry now as the fork has been drasticly slowed now. My goal is 229 by first Friday in March. Drop another 10th you know. Its 4 lbs away so I'm sure I will make it. I only missed one goal so far as I was very slow loser in th beginiing. As we can see its working well for us all.

The y would heve to get a warrent to get my band back!

Hi all, banded 8/1, officially 7 mos. out and only 23 lbs. lost. I have been a very slow loser. I have the AMI band and just had my 4th fill on Feb. 23rd and FINALLY FEELING RESTRICTED. So hopefully I am on my way to "loserville". Vera, I can't wait until I get under 200 again. I haven't been under 200 since 1992.

Barb

8/1/03

Dr. Sanchez

252/229/140