Hey everyone! I'm Melissa from Houston, Tx. I was banded November 28, 2006 by Dr. Ira Kasper. I'm still a little sore but alot better than I was. I've lost a total of 20 lbs. I lost 9 lbs pre-op and 11 lbs since my surgery. I can't wait to reach my goal and lead a much healthier and happier life. Good luck to everyone out there. I'm sure we'll all help each other out during this long journey. Thank you.

Hi Melissa---welcome to LBT! And welcome to bandland! Sounds like you are doing great!!! The quick weight loss makes all the liquids seem worthwhile doesn't it!!!

This is a really helpful and supportive site....if you have any questions or have discovered any really good protein drink recipes...just want to whine, or brag----do it here!!!

Once again...welcome!

Kat

Welcome to LBT Melissa and congrats on being banded. This site is an excellent resource for support and info. Good luck on your journey!

Welcome Melissa

Congrats on taking the plunge...make sure you pop back often and keep us uptodate with your progress.

Welcome to LBT and to bandland! Glad to have you aboard!

Hi Melissa, welcome, I am glad you joined us. Congratulations on making the decision to get banded. I know it is one I will never regret. Feeling better and having more energy is wonderful!

Wow. You are doing great. Keep up the good work.

Hi Melissa,

I'm new to this site and first time user of any such forum. I hope I'm doing this right.

I was banded Nov. 17/06. The first week was rough. Not because of the pain. Thank God I did not suffer with that, but I had thoughts of regret. I wanted it out. But as the week passed, I feel better and lost so far 16 lbs.

I was banded by Dr. Joffe at the toronto Lapband centre.

I'm on my third week of full Fluid diet, can't wait for my 4th and 5th week of pureed foods.

Let me know how you are doing.

God luck,

Susan

Hi this is my first time on this chatroom so Hello i'm from Salt lake city,UT my surgery is set for 12/07/06. I am very excited but am worried about my Liver shrinking thing I have been trying really hard but I have only lost 3lbs:huytsao my doctor will not do the surgery if my liver has not shrunk so I am a little scared I just hope I get this done and over with. Anyone out there get a banded soon ?

Hi Paloma,

What diet did the doctor put you on to shrink your liver?

Susan

Hi Melissa, welcome to the lapband forum. You will love this site. Its full of a ton of information. Sounds like you are doing great. Keep up the good work.