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I was banded on the 27 of march

How much have u lost ? How r u feeling ?

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I have lost 31lbs I'm feeling ok but still just really tired all the time. Everyone that I have talked to on here say that's normal but idk .

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I have lost 31lbs I'm feeling ok but still just really tired all the time. Everyone that I have talked to on here say that's normal but idk .

That's good. I've heard many say they are tired for a couple weeks or so. I m excited and can't wait for my procedure. I need to make myself stop reading the negativity on other sites about the band. It's scary. But I can say I've meet many that has had success than failure.

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I was scared too an so far its been fine no problems. . Just follow what your doc say an I'm sure you will be fine !!!! I love the band so far an want to start walking asap just need to get my energy back lol

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That's good. I've heard many say they are tired for a couple weeks or so. I m excited and can't wait for my procedure. I need to make myself stop reading the negativity on other sites about the band. It's scary. But I can say I've meet many that has had success than failure.

This site has been been a huge blessing! Everyone talks about real experiences and what to do for this and that . Don't read that negativity !!!

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When do you get your band

I am going when school is out. I am am teacher so im getting in done around June 10th so I can have the whole summer to rest and get my self situated. Only thing I have left to do is my EDG and thats it. I talk to my advocate today and she said my insurance usually takes about 2 to 3 weeks for approval.

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This site has been been a huge blessing! Everyone talks about real experiences and what to do for this and that . Don't read that negativity !!!

It really is a huge blessing. Many success stories. I am going to have to stop reading the negitivity. I was talking to my advocate and she was not putting anyone down but she said do what the doctor tell you to do and follow your diet you will do fine. She has been banded for about 8 years and still looks good. Are you in Houston as well?

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It really is a huge blessing. Many success stories. I am going to have to stop reading the negitivity. I was talking to my advocate and she was not putting anyone down but she said do what the doctor tell you to do and follow your diet you will do fine. She has been banded for about 8 years and still looks good. Are you in Houston as well?

Yes I'm in Houston !!! Are u ? We can be each others support .... Remember we r doing this to improve the quality of our health and life . I get nervous but then I get excited . I'm hoping for a June date ! And I have my 20 th reunion this year too !

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Ok I know where you at. I am down the freeway from you on !-10. Well I teach in that area. I am off the beltway and Tidwell area. Do you use the ticker? Do you know how to edit? I tried to but it just takes me back to creat a new one and not posting previous weight.

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Great ! ! ! So am I. Im on the North/East side of Houston. We can be support buddies. I am looking at June 10th for my date.

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