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KARFOX

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    3 Slips, No More Band.

    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
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    I Thought I Already Knew....

    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?
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    I Think I'm Green....

    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?
  9. 2 WEEKS POST SURGERY AND DOING GREAT!

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    Day TWO after Surgery

    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.
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    Just banded!

    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!
  12. WOW!!!! what a difference! I cant wait!
  13. Surgery has been set for 7/21/2011 with the OBAND center. I pray they dont find something else they want to operate on in the meantime.

  14. 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
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    Pre-Testing

    It sounds like you went to the OBAND center right?
  16. Congratulations! Today your new journey begins! I wont be too far behind you.
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    Looking for locals in Orange County.

    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....
  18. I havent even had my operation yet & I feel better. I need to keep you around.
  19. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I just picked my surgeon yesterday so now I am waiting for a surgery date. Please keep us updated on every thing! I was told about the gas & walking. How are you feeling? How did you sleep last night? Does it hurt to walk or sit?
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    I need some advise please

    Yikes, do I have a lot to learn. Any one remember Phen Fen? I didnt care about eating anymore back then. Food had no control over me any more. That is what I am hoping this surgery will do for me.... I want to be able to eat a food that I dont really care about that has the most bang for all the nutriants I need per meal & be done with it.... Has it worked like this for anyone that has already had this procedure done?
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    Looking for locals in Orange County.

    Hi everyone. I am getting so darn antzy. I have seen one surgeon so far & I see one in Tustin tomorrow. I then have one more interview set up at UCI a week from Thur. I want to get this show on the road & get this over with.... I keep wondering whats behind door number 2, I am talking about the jacked up fees. I had to cancel out on Dr. Oliak since my out of pocket was going to be $5500 & my insurance covers everything! I find that I am eating everything in sight, I cant get full enough... I dont know why I am doing this. I just want to get on with it.... I am also having a difficult time researching the OBand surgery center in Tustin. I cant find anything on it.
  22. Because of you I have called UCI. 5/17th is my appt. with Dr. Nguyen! THANK YOU!!!!!!! How are you doing so far?

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