KARFOX

Ohh my goodness! I have not had a slip yet but I am sure it will eventually happen. I am 11 months into the band. I too would feel the same emotions you are feeling at this moment. Please keep me posted as you will be in the back of my mind. I think I have had 4 fills & they put me on that x ray machine each time they fill me and make me drink that stuff to watch it going down the throat. I do think I tore my hyateal (sp) hernia (sp) that was fixed during the surgery as I have felt a pop too when getting sick because I ate too much too fast.... I get my next fill 7/18. Please keep me posted on all. I am thinking about you and sending positive thoughts your way. Best, Karen

I got banded 8 mo. ago. I have been able to eat all the foods I like in a fair amount except for bread. My 3rd and last adjustment has made it a lot more hard. Its like I have now a little pouch that fills up with food & then travels up my throat forcing me to stop eating. I have ate such a small portion of food! Could this finally be working? This is what I have wanted. I wanted to get to a point where I didnt live to eat any longer, I wanted it to be difficult. Now my brain automatically looks for the smallest sometimes items healthier food choices because its easier to eat & I can get it over with. Could it finally be working?

What does that mean? Just reading what you said I think you & I have had similar experiences. I have been banded since July 29th of last year. I have had 3 adjustments. I keep saying to myself could this adjustment be it? Can this finally curve the amount of food and what I am eating? Is this what you mean too?

14TH DAY POST SURGERY. I AM DOWN 14 LBS. I CAN EAT EVERYTHING BUT BREAD PRODUCTS. I NEED TO HAVE A FILL. I HAVE TO WAIT FOR 2 MORE WEEKS. I AM REALLY HAPPY SO FAR.

Great! How is the hunger etc? Does it hurt to pull yourself up out of bed ? Have you driven yet? quote name='amiller1010' timestamp='1308849306' post='1629773'] Hey everyone I was banded on the 20th and am so happy I did it. I was really scared, but it hasn't been as bad as I expected. My pain isn't even that bad. I haven't even taken my pain meds all day yay!

There are many in HB & FV. I will have to get their names. I would strongly reccomend you go to UC Irvine. You can cut all of the BS of fees & insurance padding by going there. It will make your life so much easier. Good Luck! Karen

It sounds like you went to the OBAND center right?

Congratulations! Today your new journey begins! I wont be too far behind you.

No I have not heard of the NEW program. I did really like the facility in Tustin called the 0Band center. I have elected to go there, no hidden fees so far. Now we will wait & see when my insurance gives the final ok, Crossing my fingers....