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I recieved a temp card when I was discharged and applied for the perm within a couple of days. The card just states the id# of the band, my name, surgery date, surgeon's name and number. It also states the band size and in tiny print at the buttom it states the following: This cardholder has an adjustable gastric band implanted aroun the stomach to retrict food intake. This device is MRI compatible. Cuastion should be taken when prescribing potentially ulcerogenic medications or performing any gastric or abdominal prodecure. Additional emergency information for healthcare provider can be found online at lapbandcentral.com/er. Note to restaurants: Please allow this person to order smaller portions, as the amount of food this person can eat has been greatly reduced. I have not used at a restaurant yet but I will if they deny my a kids or senior meal.

Congrats! It will be here before you know it!

I would call your doc and see if he will give you something for the nausea. Hope you start feeling better soon.

Yes it is normal. The port was stitched to your ab muscle and it will take the longest to heal. Try some over the counter med for pain. Good luck!

Get up and walk around to help with the gas pain and you can use a heating pad. It will get better.

All I have to say is OMG ! I thought I was going to die or fall off the treadmill... I kept seeing posts about this Couch to 5k and I had no idea, so I looked it up today. I found one for the treadmill and printed it out. Got home from work, changed and got on the treadmill with printout in hand. Mind you I have been sprinting every 5 minutes of my mile workouts but that was nothing compared to this 5k workout. Like I said I thought I was going to die or fall off. Now I am smiling as I write this because I just pushed myself to finish. Previously I would of given up because it was too hard. I still can't believe I finished and I will get back on the treadmill on Thursday for workout 2. If you haven't tried or bored then I would recommend. It was a great workout and I sweated my butt off. Now I need to jump in the shower and cook dinner.

This is completely normal but make it is not red or hot. As cocabean stated it takes a few weeks.

Have you started your protein shakes? This should help.

I did not get a fill at my first fill appointment. The NP and I discussed and we both decided I didn't need one. I did make an appt for 3 weeks later and I did get my first fill then. Talk to your medical adviser and you will make the decision together.

I would recommend the frozen spinach. I cannot eat fresh spinach yet. I have tried on several occasions, I just can't chew it up enough. Your recipe does sound yummy. Let us know how it turns out.

I ditto the hot liquids also. Walking helps with the pain even if it is just around your house. Also try a heating pad. It doesn't last forever and good luck.

I'm sure you are ok. You probable have irritated the band. You should try going back to liquids for the rest of the day until it calms down.

Well it only .6 lbs it sounds like it could of been worse. Glad to hear you have gotten back on track. Remember only you can make this happen with help from your band. Good luck!

You lost 8 lbs last month! That is great, keep it up. If you are getting hungry between meals I would ask them for a small fill. Wish you luck!

Good luck!

good luck and see you on the other side!

You will do great and it will be over before you know it! Good luck!

Just wanted to share I completed workout 1 of the couch to 5k. All I have to say OMG!

Thank you for sharing your inspriational story. Something for all of us to look forward to.

Sounds like you need a fill and congrats and the progress. Wow 62!

The grumbles are normal. I was banded 2/3/12 and I still get them. BM is another issue. I drink Smooth Move tea twice a week to help me with that. I just drink some before bed and in the morning relief. Good luck!

Here are a few Scrambled eggs (some can tolerate and some can't) cottage cheese applesause yogurt FF Jello FF pudding FF Ground beef oatmeal - RUNNY baby food pureed foods

Get some Smooth Move tea. You can get it at any grocery store where the tea is. My doc recommended and it works wonders. I have to drink a couple times a week. Hope this helps.

I would discuss your concerns with the doc. I didn't get a fill my first time because at the time I didn't need it. Good luck!