Hi. I was banded on 11/21 and had a stomach virus on 12/11. Although you can't really vomit with the band, I did a lot of heaving and wretching. I am worried about my band. I spoke with my surgeon's office that morning, but do not have another appt. until 1/13. Has anyone else had this experience and did it affect the band? Also, I am starving. I have not had a fill and won't until 8 weeks post op. I am doing the best I can. I have lost 20.5 pounds, but haven't lost any weight for two weeks. Is this anyone else's experience?

I'm not an expert, but I don't think starving will get you anywhere in the long run. From my own experience, starving just leads to overeating, and also lowers your metabolism. My suggestion would be to find foods that fill you up that aren't too bad for you, and that have some Protein in them. I like the Kashi Chewy bars for Snacks. Sure they have 290 calories, but they have Fiber and protein too, and it stops me from eating something worse.

This time period where we are getting our first and second fills is tough, since it is common to have little weight loss now. We have to push through this phase until the band starts really working for us. Good luck to you.