I am a 52 year old male who was banded on Aug 14. Tomorrow marks one week. I have lost 11 pounds post surgery and with the weight loss from the pre-surgery diet I have lost a total of 23 pounds in 3 weeks. I am so thrilled with this.

I was wondering if there are any men who have been banded that can help me and coach me through this. I appreciate all of the women in this forum, but I was just looking for an accountability partner so to speak.

I am new to this posting stuff and would love someone to help me out as my journey begins.

Thanks

Keith

There are several of us here most days. Just post and we usually see your topic or just message me or one of the other guys.

@@2muchfun thanks for that. Just looking for support and help and guidence. This is all new to me but I am really stoked

about it. Colorado is where I grew up. I lived and graduated in Loveland. Great place.

Keep in touch. The first 6 months can be very frustrating, especially before you get enough fills to not be hungry all the time. I was fit to be tied the first 4 months. Only lost 12 lbs the first 2 weeks and then nothing for the next 3.5 months. There's a lot they don't tell you before surgery.

But it's all good now. I'm so happy I did this.

@@2muchfun wow nothing for 4 months? That sounds horrible! I am glad for you that you had a breakthrough. I am thankful for this forum so I can learn from those who have gone on before me,

I am glad that things are going well for you now.

Thanks

It took four months before I saw the weight loss begin. it can take time to get to the proper fill. Many doctors are very cautious, the first month or so is needed for healing. It is frustrating; but once the band starts working it will be worth it.

I was banded on 8/20. Im still recovering/trying to get some of the excess air out of my abdomen.

@@Vitaminj glad to hear you had the surgey. You have already lost a nice amount of weight. Congrats! You will recover. I am at one week and two days post surgery and am recovering fine. The Gas X really helped me.

I hope to hear the good report!

Take care,

Keith

Thanks @@KDS5000!

It is interesting that my profile doesn't show my weight the day of surgery even though its in my profile. I am down about 4.5 pounds since surgery. I will probably update my profile to give a more accurate number.