Just wondering, after all the problems youve been having - how are you doing/feeling???

And how's the wound look where the old port was?

Are things any better???

((((BIG HUGS)))))

I had a feeling things werent going good.

My 2 cents...

during this time of 'healing' I would be writing letters and letters and letters to anyone and everyone that has eyes to read. Inamed, FDA, local newspaper !!!

Use this anger for YOUR advantage! I would think that Inamed would be bending over backwards for you - helping you bring justice to this situation so they can clear up the air that none of this was their fault.

About the eating.

How about diet pills for short term use - just until you can get a port and a fill?

Girl, youve got a best-seller in the making... hang in there!

If it makes you feel any better, think about this from his perspective. He runs across an unsuspecting woman in the pharmacy and chimes in uninvited, proud of himself for being a distinguished Lap Band surgeon. Three hours later he is still talking with this crazy woman who is sobbing and taking up his very expensive time...you know he's regretting not keeping his trap shut when he first came asross you there...later that night he's telling his wife, "why didn't I just mind my own business?" because, girl, you had to have him back-pedaling and working hard that day being a Doctor, not just a pharmacy customer. Way to corner him!

I tend to be the type to let things go. What comes around goes around, or as I like to say..."he's the one who has to live with himself" and move on. Spend your energy healing. I'm sorry for all of this. I wish I could do something but if listening here and chiming in with some occasional feedback is help to you, I'm happy for it. And I know everyone else here is. You give so much, it's the least we can do.

I haven't gotten over this surgery yet. My world has been upset, and even though I'm tough as nails in some manners, I honestly crave an internal delicate balance (it's the Libra in me.) Yes, I plan on writing till my fingers fall off. This is a 3-day weekend, and I do my best writing in the morning. I plan on writing to everyone, probably starting with the FDA. I may just write one long novel to the FDA and copy everyone that it pertains to.

I'm to busy to be in LBT right now, but you girls are too important to set aside. I'm thankful for every single word written, and I'll use this (and other) post(s) in my letter. I'm permanently disfigured - and it hasn't fully sunken in yet. Not just a little dimple, but a huge section of my belly gone. Once I heal, I'll definitely want plastic surgery, so I'll need to stand on the corner with a cardboard sign saying, "Need Plastic Surgery and Tummy Tuck, please HELP."

I love you guys, I really do.

Michelle, I've only lost 12 pounds in five months, but at least I lost, right? I was in a size 28 when I started this mission. My one year anniversary is fast approaching, and I'd really like to kick the loss back into gear. Does anyone know witchcraft or an old Sicilian hex they can whammy me with?

Today I'm wearing Zoe's old pants. They are a 20 Tall, and they are a little loosey goosey. I think I'll make a goal - right here, right now. I want to wear a size 16 on my one year Bandiversary. Hmmm, do I smell a challenge?

Does anyone know witchcraft or an old Sicilian hex they can whammy me with?

I dont know about that, but a few years ago I had several prayer warriors lay hands on me and pray for me to lose weight... I believe it worked (with the help of Phen-fen)!

and hey, Im right there with you - Ive only lost about the same amount in 5 months!!!!

Ill take your challenge!

Paula, you are on! I also challenged Penni. I want to wear size 16 by May 5, 2005. Penni said she posted a new challenge.

Michelle I have only lost 12 pounds in 5 months"

Lisa 12 pounds is 12 pounds, and with what you have gone through that is fantastic!

No gain is a loss to me..Be proud!

Lisa,

When I come to Vegas in a few weeks, I will personally kick the weebles ass for you if you want me to..... I know if it were me standing there, I would have been arrested cause I would have hit the man. My NY Bronx Ghetto girl is coming out now.... I am really sorry. You have every right to feel sorry for yourself. Hang in there and keep your chin up. Focus on getting well and forget about the doc for a while.

Hugs, Babs in TX

I even asked him if he'd give me a fill if I ever get a new port. Nope, nada, nill, zippo, zilch. I hate that tiny little man.

Tiny Man- Tiny Ass Brain. Way to keep focused Girl!! Keep up the good spirits!

Delarla I'm really glad your feeling better. I wish I could come help kick his A$$ for you too! Keep on the up side of things.

im kinda new to all this so im confussed my sn for yahoo is ariesnmarch1974 i have questions about having my galbladder removed can anyone help

Hey Moodey,

Welcome to LBT.

What kind of questions do you have?

I think that only a small percentage of us on this forum actually has a gallbladder inside of them!

So, ask away!

Today I'm wearing Zoe's old pants. They are a 20 Tall, and they are a little loosey goosey. I think I'll make a goal - right here, right now. I want to wear a size 16 on my one year Bandiversary. Hmmm, do I smell a challenge?

Aha! You're on. When's that Bandiversary, May something? Let the challenge begin -- just remember, I am starting with an advantage because I am still stoned on cough syrup and have lost my appetite... eat my dust!

By the way, my current size 20s are too big, but I dragged out some size-20 Talbots pants from the 1980s and I can barely squeeze into them. More size inflation and funky brand sizing, I'm afraid.

Zoe, Penni started our challenge thread. But if you want to join, you have to post your weight by today. I'm wearing your jeans today, but I probably won't wear them again cuz they're too big in the thighs, boo hoo, how sad is that? Eat my dust, you peachy babe! Zoe, you smell so yummy, when I opened the box, peaches and apricots floated out.

Moodey, do a search for "gallbladder" under the search button at the top. You'll probably come up with some good information.

im kinda new to all this so im confussed my sn for yahoo is ariesnmarch1974 i have questions about having my galbladder removed can anyone help

Hi, are you wondering about having it removed at the same time that you are banded or as a separate surgery?

Marie, did you answer my thyroid question somewhere? I can't find it.