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Is this the right place to post this? I haven't received a reply so I am wondering.

Hello! It has been a long time since I have written. I had a full TT and Lift/Aug this past September. I had reached my goal sometime before that point. Since the surgery, I have had agonizing pain caused by Lower Back (L5-S1) disc and tendinitis.

Since the PS I haven't been out of pain. I am seeing a pain specialist now and looking at the prospect of lower back surgery before I end up being paralyzed by this disc compressing my nerves.

Since being on the pain killers, it has been INCREDIBLY difficult to keep the weight off. Does anyone have any words of advice, support, etc to help? I am so obsessed about my weight and have dwindle back into those helpless feelings I had before surgery.

I have no restriction with my band and have quite a bit of guilt about gaining some weight back that I am reluctant to go in for a fill.

Any one have words of support or encouragement?

Edited by ImaKaren4U
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Karen,

First, I am so sorry for the pain you are feeling after your surgery. Back pain is never easy. I certainly hope that it can be resolved.

Next, please don't let yourself feel "guilty" about gaining some weight. Managing your weight while you are in pain has got to be very tough. Most of us got to be obese by self medicating with food. That has to be very tempting for you now.

Last, please get to your band doctor and have him/her get you to restriciton. You shouldn't have to go through this alone. Your band doctor should be understanding of your situation and should NOT make you feel guilty. Don't be ashamed to ask for help when you fall down. What's important is what you do from this day forward. Forget about any weight gain and start fresh today.

Best of luck!!

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I'm sorry you're having to go through this. I'm pre-plastic surgery myself but as far as the being depressed and not going for a fill because of the gain that is not a good idea. That happened to me once and I gained 15 lbs. I had to suck it up and go see the Dr. rather sheepishly, but am glad I did. He really wasn't that bad. lol. Anyway, hope you get some more responses, but know that I'm thinking about you. Hope you get some relief from that pain.

Sam

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Karen:

I feel for your pain. I agree with oneflew, try to get back to your lapband doctor to get restriction back. If you don't have restriction, and you're taking pain meds, how can you lose weight? I'm sure that your lapband doctor wants you to be successful, and he/she may have suggestions to get you back on track while you're dealing with your medical issues.

I hope things improve soon.

Sue

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Karen,

I'm sorry to hear about the back pain. My back goes out from time to time, but nothing as serious as your problem. Unfortunately, I don't have any good advice on that front.

As for the band, do go and get a fill. The band is there when we need it. I hope your doctor won't be a problem, but if so, you can always remind him that that is why your band is there and you need its help!

Good luck!

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Thank you so much everyone for all of your help and support! I greatly appreciate it. I will suck it up and see my doctor.

PS I will be sure to keep my status posted.

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