Colorado_Bander

I was banded about 4 weeks ago. I was doing great the first two weeks. Lost about 15 pounds. Then I guess the swelling went down an di can't really tell I have the band. I can eat what I want but still limit to about 1400 calories. High protien low carb. I have gained and lost the same 3 pounds for the last two weeks. What is going on? Suggestions to move forward again. I don't have an appointment for a couple of weeks still and I never feel full. I eat small portions out of self control but am hungry alot. Thoughts???

It is just very frustrating to go from actively losing to it standing still. I appreciate all the support from people here and will keep moving one day at a time

Based on all of the comments and advice I think mine is swelling. It is better today for sure. I think I was / am anxious to move forward and am expecting too much too soon. It does get better each day. I am down nearly 10 lbs since surgery which I know is water weight and empty bowels but it is a start of a new life

I had my surgery on the 13th and have the same problem. Even drinking small amounts of water cause the feeling and it is almost like I can feel the liquids move from the pouch to my stomach with a feeling of bubbles coming up my throat. I do have some fill at surgery not sure how much. Will this get better as the healing / swelling goes down?

So I got the call today and my surgery is in one week. 13th is it. All you that have gone through it, what is you best advice for someone starting What did you take to the hospital for your overnight? What was the best thing when you got home? What could you not do without those first days? Any advice is appreciated!

Great post. I am 5 days from surgery and this is nice encouragement. I respect the reality check

Gas x strips seem to be a constant. Heading to pre op session in a few minutes

Thank you. Good advice

So I am converting from a "Lurker" to a "Chatter". I have been reading the forums here for over 6 months, as I went through my supervised diet and all the BS the insurance requires before they approve. I am waiting for final approval, and have a surgery date of 4/20/11 at this time. Thought I would drop in and say HI.

Currently scheduled for 4/20/11 - Fort Collins, Colorado