Good Morning All!

I have two quick questions - has anyone experienced changes to their cycle since they have been banded? I am 4 months post-op and my cycle time is getting shorter - I used to be a perfect 28 days - now I am 21 to 24 days in between cycle. I am not sure if it's because I turned 40 this year but it's definitely a change and it's unpredictable.

My second question - has the water-weight during your period changed? (do you gain weight during your period? - meaning is it different than before the band?) I used to gain like 7 lbs - now I really don't gain but I don't lose anything for about 10 days...

Thanks I appreciate any input!

Christina

Edited September 29, 200817 yr by Christina40
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Yes, but I, like you, turned 40 this year. Therefore, I'm assuming its age, not the band.

I've had an almost 2 week period, then 2 weeks later, I started spotting, went couple of days with nothing, then my period started again. I'd been pretty regular for quite a few years before this.

I do lose weight though, due to being so tight during TOM.

May I ask, was turning 40 a factor in getting the band? I only ask because it was for me. Seeing all the health issues in my family, and a big birthday coming, I didn't want the same future for myself.

Definitely - my 40th Birthday pictures sealed the deal for me - pictures don't lie and I was shocked. I started thinking of my health and energy - I was afraid of the future if I didn't lose weight!

Thanks for responding!

Christina

Yes, but I, like you, turned 40 this year. Therefore, I'm assuming its age, not the band.

I've had an almost 2 week period, then 2 weeks later, I started spotting, went couple of days with nothing, then my period started again. I'd been pretty regular for quite a few years before this.

I do lose weight though, due to being so tight during TOM.

May I ask, was turning 40 a factor in getting the band? I only ask because it was for me. Seeing all the health issues in my family, and a big birthday coming, I didn't want the same future for myself.

Welcome to the 40's, ladies. I'm 42 and got off the pill around 38-39. I just noticed that my cycle is <28 days and it had been fairly solidly 28 days since I got off the pill. I've put on weight this summer with my "last dinner" mentality so I wonder if that's hurt me.

Do you all feel like "how in world did I get to 40? College was just yesterday!" Luckily I always get people telling me I don't look my age. Hopefully once I am banded, I won't look older as the fat leaves my face! My grandmother says, "fat pushes the wrinkles out!" I love that quote. I'm rambling, sorry!

I agree - but I am loving 40 so far - getting the lapband was a good choice for me - it has changed me and my life!

Thanks for the response! I will be thinking of you come the 16th - good luck on your surgery!

Christina

Welcome to the 40's, ladies. I'm 42 and got off the pill around 38-39. I just noticed that my cycle is <28 days and it had been fairly solidly 28 days since I got off the pill. I've put on weight this summer with my "last dinner" mentality so I wonder if that's hurt me.

Do you all feel like "how in world did I get to 40? College was just yesterday!" Luckily I always get people telling me I don't look my age. Hopefully once I am banded, I won't look older as the fat leaves my face! My grandmother says, "fat pushes the wrinkles out!" I love that quote. I'm rambling, sorry!

Aww, thanks so much!! I'm nervous, anxious, and impatient all rolled into one!!!

Your cycle could have changed because of your weight loss.