Hey Houston Bansters....

I live in the north area near Spring (I$% and 1960 area) and was just curious if there any bandsters in this area?

Not in the Houston area, but I have a question for you. We were banded on the same day and I still have the body gas in my left shoulder. Do you? If not, did you take something to get rid of it?

Hi,

I never had the gas in the shoulder, however I think, not sure that just about 5 days ago I slept funny on my left arm and my shoulder is killing me. I did't think it had anything to do with the surgery becase it die not happen until a week later. When did it start with you? My other kind of gas did not start until this weekend either. I thought I was going to be lucky and not have that problem but now I am putt, putt, putt.

Immediately. I would say from Day 2. I have been using a heating pad on it but with little results. I have a follow-up today and will ask him what I can do to alleviate the pain. I think it is worse than the surgery.

I am so relieved to see everyone's e-mail on this site. I have found some very valuable information just from reading. I am anxious to see what happens with me regarding weight loss. I am not expecting miracles, but am hoping for the best. It will be nice to fill full, which I'm told is the benefit of this system. I am a little freaked out about the spit up though. Have you heard anything about it?

thanks, i haven't the surgery yet i am going to the doctor for the consultation on 03-27-06 with dr. kaspar. I almost cancelled after i read all the papers as to all the complications but i will go ahead and go. Hope you can give some some info on what to expect. Has anyone used dr kaspar before? looking forward to hearing from you. jackie

Hi Phyllis --

Yes there are bandsters in your area. In fact, we will have our North Bandster Support Group meeting this Thrusday, March 23, 2006 at Cafe Express in the Woodlands Market Street Center,across from the Woodlands Mall (9595 Six Pines Dr., Suite 150 The Woodlands, TX 77380)

All are welcome to attend.

Hope to see you there!

Melissa

I live in Humble. Waiting for insurance letter. I am going to Dr. Spiegel. Hubby and I plan on Alaska cruise end of May so might wait until after that to get the band. I have a fear of being gone and having problems. I am getting excited about the band, but know it will be a major life change.

I'm from The Woodlands, TX

Hi Mary B. --

I'm from The Woodlands also. I'm not banded yet. I have a tenative date set for June 9th. Will get that date finalized in the next 2 weeks. MD is planning vacation so they wanted to know date I was looking for.

Hope you can make it to the North Bandster Support Group!

Melissa Lea

Hi Melissa Lea,

I am not planning on driving for at least another week. I can't trust my anesthia brain. How often are the meetings? Where do you usually meet?

Hi Mary B --

We are a new group that is meeting every other Thursday. So far we have been meeting at Cafe Express at Market Street Center in The Woodlands. However, the group feel is to change things up.

If you want, you can keep up to date on our support group meetings by viewing the calendar and/or post at Houston Area Bandsters Yahoo Group http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/HoustonAreaBandsters/ , Just like the community here, HAB is another great support system and offers a variety of support group locations. You are always welcome to email me for further details.

Hope to meet you soon!

Melissa Lea

I haven't had the surgery yet :cry i have seen the doctor for the consultation 3/3/2006 and had all my test done 3/6/06:)

WAITING on the Ins to do their thing. Hoping to have the surgery soon.

I am in the 290/6 area any meeting near by????

Hi Lynne --

The Houston Area Bandster yahoo group does have a Cypress group. In fact, I think that they are meeting tonight (3/22). All are welcome to join the yahoo group and attend any of the support meetings. You do not have to be banded to be a memeber. There are many, like myself, in the pre-bandster stage.

Best wishes to you!

Melissa

Thanks Melissa

Would you email me the info on the meeting? BClynn@scbglobal.net

Hi...

My name is Veronica and I live in Spring, Tx. I had my surgery on February 17th and doing pretty good. I started out at 225lbs and 1 month later at 210lbs (15lbs lost:clap2: ) . Got my first fill on March 20. Tried 1.4cc but could take it...so went down to 1cc. Trying to get us to having 1cc now. Today is my third day on liquids. How are things going for you? Do you know of any support groups in Spring?

FutureSlimMeHey Houston Bansters....

I live in the north area near Spring (I$% and 1960 area) and was just curious if there any bandsters in this area?

Hi there! We have a support group for the Spring/Woodlands/Conroe & Surrounding areas. Our next meeting is tomorrow night.

North Bandster Meeting

Thursday March 23, 2006

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Event Location: Cafe Express (The Woodlands Market Street)

Notes:

9595 Six Pines Dr., Suite 150

The Woodlands, TX 77380

All are welcome!

Hope to see you there!

Melissa