Difficult time between band removal surgery and sleeve surgery...need support!

[AvalonNeeCee 127]

Hi... I am struggling emotionally and amazed at just how fast weight has gone up since my band was removed on May 8th. Almost nothing fits me and I had to go buy some fat pants. My weight is up about 20 lbs already and I still have 6 weeks until my sleeve surgery, so 4 till my pre surgery diet starts. So unhappy and feeling ugly and blue.

[Md_bander 3]

I am going through exactly the same thing....band removed 3/26....up almost 30 lbs......been exercising more than ever........very discouraged......just waiting patiently for call that ins. has approved sleeve........it not....i'll be sooooooo pissed........

[AvalonNeeCee 127]

That's why I refused to have the slipped band removed until the sleeve was approved, might have been a bad choice with regard to my health though. Done now just waiting for my date with the surgeon.

[Bndtoslv 292]

8lbs up since 4/15 even though I didn't have restriction with band. 6/30 can't get here soon enough b

[LuckOtheIrish 6]

The only way I was able to keep all the weight off after I had the fill taken out of my band was by hitting the gym hard and often. 6-7 days/week. Did that for five months and was able to keep all the weight off. Hard, because I definitely had no restriction and could eat whatever and however much I wanted.

[Bndtoslv 292]

The only way I was able to keep all the weight off after I had the fill taken out of my band was by hitting the gym hard and often. 6-7 days/week. Did that for five months and was able to keep all the weight off. Hard, because I definitely had no restriction and could eat whatever and however much I wanted.

I thought I had no restriction when Fluid was out but believe me all new ball game of hunger when band is out completely.

[Md_bander 3]

I got myself a personal trainer......mostly workout in the pool.....as my joints are killing me from the added poundage. Guess I have to step it up more....and be patient. Got my first letter from Cigna yst. looking for more info.......at least it wasn't a rejection letter.....fingers stilled crossed.

[AvalonNeeCee 127]

Yeah the hunger is difficult and constant with the band out. Just doesn't get any easier. Can't wait for that sleeve. Working out has never been my thing and I have every excuse from no gym on the island where I live to knee pain to no time to tired after long day of work. I do have to go up and down 3 flights of stairs several times during the day so at least that is something.

[KellarsMom 28]

I'm scheduled for my sleeve next week????????????

I still have my band but have no Fluid and the struggle is no joke!!! I have gained quite a bit in the last month too...

[AvalonNeeCee 127]

Good luck KellarsMom. I am sure you will do great! Looking forward to hearing how you do!

[KellarsMom 28]

Thank you...

[CowgirlJane 14,259]

I had Fluid removed from my band in 2003....gained weight for sure as it was completely ineffective. Then I had the band removed in Sept 2011 - I was shocked at the 24/7 hunger and drive to eat. The only way I managed it was eating very low carb but I still gained.

It was miserable but the good thing that came from it is I had NO DOUBT I needed the sleeve.

[Bndtoslv 292]

I had Fluid removed from my band in 2003....gained weight for sure as it was completely ineffective. Then I had the band removed in Sept 2011 - I was shocked at the 24/7 hunger and drive to eat. The only way I managed it was eating very low carb but I still gained.

It was miserable but the good thing that came from it is I had NO DOUBT I needed the sleeve.

I have been quite shocked too! I am up about 7lb since April 15th!