Hi, I know that it seems ages away but my surgery is booked for June 1st (7 weeks tomorrow!!) and I just can't wait so I thought I'd start a June 2007 thread... anyone else out there due for surgery in June???

I started my pre-op diet (Optifast) last week... thought I'd try and lose as much as possible beforehand as I've kind of been doing the last super thing for most of this year! It's supprisingly OK... first 4 days were hell but hunger seems to have gone although I still struggle with the bordem (head hunger) a bit.

KT

being banded 1st June 2007 in New Zealand

Starting weight 101kg, BMI = 35

Current weight 97kg, BMI = 33.5 (after 10 days on Optifast)

Goal weight 65kg, BMI = 22

I know I know I need to do pix... I just an frustrated that I've gained back 15-20 pounds... even my jeans which were getting baggy are now a bit snug. I don't want to be photographed at all... I'm depressed about my weight and just overall blah...

As for Miss Stef. She has abandoned us all. I don't know how to put it. I have no clue what has happened. I've called her, texted her, emailed, her, msged her here and on myspace. She hasn't loggged on here in over a month, but logs on her myspace nearly daily. I knw she's read my msg there, but she's never responded... I hope whatever is going on in her life that she is well and will come back to let us know how she is doing...

Do you think it has something to do with her having to get an unfill?

I know I should ask my doctor but I'd love to hear your opinions. I am going on my round the world trip (for a year!) in 17 days!

Lately, after and overfill and partial unfill, I have put on a lot of weight (20 pounds also, you're not alone Suzzie). This is due to 'eating around the band' as well as the unfill.

The thing is, I don't know whether or not to get another fill. It could be my last chance for a year. I don't want to undo all my weight loss on this holiday. On the other hand, a band slippage or any other issue is not covered by my travel insurance.

I am happy with the level of fill I have now but I am gaining weight which scares the heck out of me. Then again, I'm comfort eating and not exercising. I tend to lose weight on holidays.

I was in so much pain last time I had an overfill and would hate for it to happen in another country.

I know a year-long holiday won't generate much sympathy but what should I do?

Edited July 18, 200818 yr by insubordination

PS Stef, if you read this we love you. Hope everything is OK and that your post again when you're ready.

Hey Insub! I'm so excited about your trip!! Please be sure to check in often!

As far as the fill/unfill thing goes... how much did you have taken out? If it was like 1cc or something, could you have 1/2 that put back in? Just a suggestion.

When I eat RIGHT my fill is fine... trouble is that I'm a BULK eater... so once I discovered how to safely eat around the band... yeah. I'm sick about it!! I need to fire up my BodyBugg again and get my arse moving!!

Well, I got really sick yesterday, retching, couldn't swallow anything...throwing up every hour or so (saliva) and in PAIN. I got scared. I drove myself...couldn't get ahold of dh....with my 15 yo daughter, who would drive the car to the side of the road and call for help if needed, the 1 1/2 hours to my fill doc, and had EVERYTHING removed from my band. While she was removing it, she told me she was pretty sure my band had slipped and I was getting on a plane to Mexico in the morning to have surgery, no fooling around...I was going. I got some water after she removed everything....and couldn't tell if it was going down or not, just there was no pain, so that was good. I sat and drank a few more sips.....then waited...the sipped some more. It was gooooooood! They had some split pea soup....I carefully had some of that...avoiding the chunks....seemed good. Whew! She still thought I might need to go if anything else occurred, but all seems fine now except I can eat anything and everything and my appetite came ROARING back......my tummy rumbling like a freight train. OMG I forgot how hungry I get. I hate that. I'm half relieved, half disgusted that I lost my restriction. It had to be done though. I just knew it was at that point. I thought about getting 2.0 more cc out, but as sick as I was, when I finally got there, I said get it all out of me. She took out another 6.0. I am still deyhdrated and having leg cramps that get me up at night and I have to run scalding water over my lower legs to get them loose enough to stop screaming! Feeling awesome though today! LOL I'm still debating heading down to Mexico and have my band looked at, in case I need anything, but I think it might be overkill, so I'll try to wait this out. I will be on willpower! I'll have to eradicate everything bad from my house and fill my fridge with lean meats and veggies. No white stuff!!!

Nice to see more of our Junies posting! Yay!

dang it Rhonda, I am sorry you had trouble again! Can't you go to a hospital near you and have a barium swallow?

Insub - you have a very hard decision - I like Suzzie's suggestion of just a 1/2cc, so you have some control. I know I have none myself when I am out of town - see post of gaining 5lbs in 3 days in Chicago! I can't imagine what I would let myself do in a whole year! Now if you are staying in hotels and think you will really dedicate yourself to visiting the gym when available and you are walking or doing other activities, then maybe you don't need the fill.

We expect to see posts about your exciting adventures! What is your itinerary?

insub - that sounds totally amazing!!! How cool is that?

Rhonda - I'm so sorry you are having such trouble!! My prayers are with you!!!

HUGS to all the Junies!!! Life is crazy - where has the Summer gone? I barely have time to breath much less get online these days.

I think of you all often!

wombat

I know I should ask my doctor but I'd love to hear your opinions. I am going on my round the world trip (for a year!) in 17 days!

Lately, after and overfill and partial unfill, I have put on a lot of weight (20 pounds also, you're not alone Suzzie). This is due to 'eating around the band' as well as the unfill.

The thing is, I don't know whether or not to get another fill. It could be my last chance for a year. I don't want to undo all my weight loss on this holiday. On the other hand, a band slippage or any other issue is not covered by my travel insurance.

I am happy with the level of fill I have now but I am gaining weight which scares the heck out of me. Then again, I'm comfort eating and not exercising. I tend to lose weight on holidays.

I was in so much pain last time I had an overfill and would hate for it to happen in another country.

I know a year-long holiday won't generate much sympathy but what should I do?

Insub: Here's my two cents: Go immediately and get a little fill. This will give you approx 15 or so days for your band to adjust before the trip. I would think that it would be better to eat more, gain weight and then when you come back get it adjusted and loose the weight again. Or you could get an overfill and be sick for an entire year!!!

o2b--Hate that you're going through...but glad that you didn' hvae to make an emergency trip to Mexico!!!

I don't know if you're doing this--but maybe try logging your food each day--knowledge is power--maybe this will help you with control. try www.mydailyplate.com

Thanks BigBaby. I've heard that people who log their food lose twice as much weight. I also know I just gotta keep my butt moving! Hike, walk, swim, bike, garden! I know I can do it....also just eating good stuff and no white!!

Wow Rhonda!! I'm so sorry for your troubles!!1 Ugh!!

NEXT step: When can you go in for a fill? My doc alwas makes me wait 4 weeks between any fill/unfill procedure. It's a DRAG!

I went for a walk yesterday... I hadn't walked in a long time, so I only did 2.5 miles, but I can totally feel it.

And I did the stupidest thing. You'd think I'd learn?? I hadn't eaten anything yet yesterday, and It was 91 degrees out. I was plenty hydrated and even took water with me... Anyway. After my walk I felt fine. I was tired and REALLY sweaty, but I needed to run by Dollar Tree to get a couple things... while in line there alllll of a sudden my blood sugar just waved goodbye. My vision was almost completely gone, mostly just black flecks floating around and every voice and noise sounded like it was coming through a tunnel. It was really awful. I reached over and grabbed some sugary beverage that claimed to be fruit punch and dropped my purse trying to open it up. I drank about half of it, while sitting on the floor. People staring at me. I was in line to check out... so sitting in the floor drinking was very noticable. Other than being embarrassed, I'm fine.

So yeah. From now on I need to EAT. Duh. I've always had blood sugar problems, cause I'm insulin resistant. (opposite of diabetic.)

Hello all Junies!! I am not sure why I have not been posting, I usually would make time every morning to do just that. I kept thinking of you all and wondering how you were hanging in there!

Yes the heat has arrived! It is close to 100 here in VA and I am indoors today. We went to a neighbors for a cook out and I felt like I was the only one wiping my face! I ended up drinking to much wine chatting away. I actually could eat a half a burger on the plate with some coleslaw and potato salad.

My eating has been up and down. I can eat one day and then next nothing will go down. I can drink fine, but there are times I can feel it going through. I thought of an unfill but decided to slow down and chew better. I really don't want to stop the resistance but I don't want a slip either.

Insub, how exciting! I agree with a quick tiny fill now, you will have two weeks to watch it. Are you having days when you can't eat like I said above? if you are having more struggles now than I would not. Ask your doctor if they have any resources for doctors where you are traveling? there are band doctor's around the world if you should have an emergency.

Rhonda, I am sorry for the rough times. what did they say about the future?

Susssie you are as funny as usual. I loved your flip flops, what size are they?

well, need to run, promise to be back... you are all doing great, and Karla, WOW!

Hey Janine! Glld to see you stick your head in here!

As for the flip flops, I have varying sizes from child small - Adult large. Check out what I have posted: www.suzzzie.etsy.com

If you are interested in something specific just msg me, I can probably come up with something. :ohmy: Lol.... I'm also learning to make cat toys so for all you cat lovers, be on the lookout!

Oh, and pillows... crocheted pillows made out of this super soft plush yarn. It's amazing. Lol. I'll drop by here when I get some made up...