Now I know why the sucess rate is 50%, feel guilty : (

I got my band on 9/5. I havnt stuck to the diet the dr. said to, but I havnt eaten anything bad. My band is empty so I'm hungry. Don't feel bad

How did you cheat?

Keep in mind the whole purpose of a post op diet is to allow your stomach time to heal and has nothing to do with weight loss. For your own best interest and health, you'd be wise to stick to it going forward so you don't accidentally cause yourself problems.

It happens to the best of us. Don't worry about it. What's done is done. Just get back on track again.... You can do it!

I had regular food. I should know better, I am an RN!! but still I am human and tempted!! I dont want my stitches to become undone, plus I had a hiatal hernia repair too!!

Now I know why the sucess rate is 50%, feel guilty : (

i find that success rate kinda low but i guess it depends on what article you happen to be reading

i know many success stories of banders on this and many forums. to be successful, you need to help

the band 98%. not all none successes are the bands fault. its people not following the band diet.

so here goes with bad, dont hate me, you know your suppose to follow the dr's instructions to help you heal. like the other poster, its over but dont forget it, learn from it and do better. you wanted this surgery so now you need to do in order to make yourself well.

yes, we are all human but i dont know what you ate, heck it may not have even been that bad.

i too had hernia repair and could only get down 2oz of liquid. since i have healed, i am about at 4 or 5.

you need to remember, cheating on your diet and mine got us to where we needed the band anyhow.

you need to heal. hang in there.

thanks!!

Today is a new day. Get back on track so that you heal properly and make good progress. Find things you can eat and enjoy them and stick to it!

Thanks for the encouragement!! I just configured a ticker for my signature. I cannot believe I have lost almost 30lbs on my own!! I can do this!!

You can do it! A mistake that can be corrected instantly! Get back to the proper way of eating and remember its for you. Be Positive.