I would like to hear from some Texarkana Bandsters about their experiences. re: doctors, pre and post surgery, and how things are going for them now. I am considering the lap band.

Well, I gotta a call back.Still waiting for answer.This is a weird feeling, I dont feel like I have the band and then I get a twinge of pain in my left shoulder. That isnt new just hurts a little more. I am so hungry, I am adding more protein shakes since it is going on thru anyway. Before this last "fill" I could only eat a small amount in the morning and at lunch. Not now !! If I could lose without the restrictin part that would be awesome. But someone has to help me with my portions again !!

Sometimes that sweet spot is hard to find. I would magine if you lose weight, a substantial amount, that spot might change a little. If your stomach shrinks the band should become a little looser. Seems that way anyway. I will ask the dr. about that next time I go. Just hang in there. If you are still hungry a lot, then let the dr. know and they may be a little more aggressive next fill. I have signed up to go to the Lap Band conference in Dallas, Oct. 3 I feel like New Julie, I think it will be a good pep-rally. Encouraging. Might get some new ideas or info too. Sure can't hurt, right? We all need a lift once and awhile. Take care.

I never got that second call back ! I have gained a few pounds too. : ( I gotta get in there and get some more fill !!! I cant go to that conference. My dtr is getting married the 4th. Mad cause I havent lot enough before the wedding. Oh well...I gotta take this one day at a time, especially right now. Yall have a good weekend.

Teresa,

maybe if you could tolerate slim fast again for 2 weeks, like before the banding, you could drop 20 before the wedding? Just a thought. As you can see, i have not lost like i thought i would. I thought since i couldn't eat as much at one time, that what little bit of grazing i did and the lack of exercise wouldn't make that much of a difference,,,,,but it does. I never felt hungry because i never gave myself the chance to get hungry. About once a month, i have started doing slim fast for a week just to keep myself in check and i've started out doing nothing more than lifting dumbells and it's gradually turning into more exercise because i'm beginning to "feel" better. I also put up a "slim" picture of myself near my closet and i see it every night when i get out the next day's wear. So i go to sleep with that" slimmer vision " in my mind. The bible says as you believe, so shall you receive. I'm working on that, hope this helps. See yourself one size smaller before the 4th, you still have time on your side!!! Good luck! :thumbup:

Good morning everyone,

Hipp, Hipp, hooray!!!!! That's for you, Hippmom.

I am finally tight after 8 fills, but it is what it is. I had to cancel my appt for next week, and I weighted myself and it seems like I've losted around 6 lbs. I won't change my ticker until next week.

Lou Ann and I have joined the "Wellness Center" at the hospital. It is great. They have a pool, a small inside track (you have to walk 22 laps to get a mile). I have gone for 3 days now. I can get my strenght training there. Can't swim a lick but the pool is only 4 ft.

Congrats, on your DS wedding.

NewJulie, I like that saying. Believing and receiving.:thumbup:

hey glo

tell me about the fittness center is it crowded and do they help you learn how to use all the different machines.. i have been thinking about joining. i am just across the street from it! so i could go during my lunch hr.

Yes, Susan. There are several people that are there to show you how to use the machines also they offer classes. The pool is opening Monday and they offer classes for that also. I am so happy that I joined.

Join, Join,Join!!!!!!!!! Maybe we can see you there.:thumbup:

thanks everyone. I am so SCARED I have a leak too. I am mad I didnt get called back. I want to go in and see what is in there! There is NO WAY I can get it repaired and I will be very unhappy to say the least. I have a long way to go to pay for the surgery anyway. I am praying that it is okay and he just didnt put much back. I have never felt like this after a fill. I called today and will call every day until they get me in I guess. Thanks for your support and suggestions. Slimfast and protein shakes are probablly what I need. I have gained 6 pounds. : (and I am starving.

TP, did you call (903) 794-0022? I called the other day to cancel my appt. and I got the front desk. Maybe you can get someone there to help you.

I understand about the other number, I never got a call back either.

thanks sugarbear. will try calling tomorrow. I want to go in tues morning !

I believe if you hit 0 you get the front desk. I have only gone in once inbetween appts. If you have any questions, as with any doctors, (not just Dr. K or Dr. H), be assertive...ask...and be satisfied with your answer before you leave. I have never had any problem with PS. Just be sure and ask for what you need and I believe you will get the results you want. Anybody going to the 2008 Lap Band Convention in Dallas? I am making plans to go, hope nothing comes up to cancel them. Actually I could use the get-away. New Julie is going but that is all that I know of from our T-Town group. Kind of expensive but I think it will be worth it. Take care everone.

Just wanted to say hi to everyone! So glad I found this website with local people on here! Even tho I had my surgery done in Dallas I live in Texarkana. Good luck to everyone!

Hi Amber! Glad to have you here. It looks like you're doing great so far!

Welcome Amberstar! We are always glad to see new folks. Do you live in this area now? There are support group meetings at Wadley Hospital the 2nd Mon. night every month at 7p.m. They are mostly Precision Surgery patients but I am sure there are some that are transfers that have moved in from other towns. Do you travel back and forth to Dallas for your after care? Again, welcome.

Thanks so much Peri and Sugarbear! I'll have to look into those meetings. I have lived in Texarkana almost 4 yrs now, so I do have to travel to Dallas for my after care, but I've only had to go back once since surgery. And my first fill is in 2 wks, so it's not so bad. Looks like you both are doing awesome so far!