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I have had the band for 3 mo. now. Never had anything like this. This morning I took my medication (a new one was added) and had a slice to well toasted bread. Within 30min I was feeling nausous. I gaged several times but nothing came up. I still feel nausous. Anyone know what this is or how long it will last?

I have never vomited, I have never PB (in the 3mo of having my band) and now today I have been sick. Can a person go from one day being fine and the next day slipped?

I have been banded for almost 7 weeks now and doing overall really well. However, some days I have port pain. More towards the end of the day if I have been sitting a lot or if I wear a tighter pair of pants it hurts really bad. Any ideas?

Dr Fox is Tacoma does it for 12,500. I had mine in Mexico and see Dr Fox for follow up here in Tacoma. I paid 8400.00 plus air fare at 400.00 and so less then 9k. Fills are 224.00 here in Tacoma. I think 17k is pretty high. But it also depends on where are happy and confident.

I have noticed since my surgery i tend to be more hot blooded then before. Sweat at night, and hotter in the day. Anyone else?

Hi I was banded a little over a month ago in Mexico. Dr A. Rodriguez in Monterrey, MX. IT was a wonderful experience. Trust me I was soooo hesitant and worried. But 2 friends of mine had theirs done by him with great success. As far as finding a dr here. I am in Washiongton and there are 4 drs. within a 40 mile radius that will do the continued care. I am glad I did it. I never could have afforded the surgery (12800)plus that labs (1-5000). But I paid 8400.00 plus air fare 500.00. The journey has begain!!

Hi All I am 4 weeks banded and have been experiencing late evening heartburn. I do take heartburn medicine twice daily, but I get this pain behind the breast bone and it occurs only in the eveing. Any suggestions?

Well, as I posted before. I was a true worry wart. Well I am 3 weeks postop and doing very well. Surgery went great, healing looks good, food choices and weight loss are in the works and feeling good. I know it seems like so much negitive info is out. good to know that info but don't live by it. :clap2:

I had surgery a week ago. I have been bloated and have not had a bowl in 4 days. Is this normal? Will it pass?

I wanted to find out what most people wear after surgery? I am sure comfortable clothing. What about underwire bras and undergarmets. Help-surgery in just a couple days!

I am getting a bad cold and surgery is next week- do you think they can still do surgery?

Any feedback on Dr A. Rodriguez in Monterry Mexico? I have herd positive things...just wanted to start a thread to see if others have input

Just wondered how you do using a straw. Any problems?

I am a straw lover- makes things funner. Input please!

:clap2:Hi Everyone- I will be banded in seven days. I am sooooo thrilled. I was talking to friend and I have set a goal. One day I was walking on the streets of Seattle, WA. I passed by a Dance Studio. Through the sheer curtains I could see the shadows of people dancing. It was then I knew I wanted to learn to dance. My goal: to get heathy, strong, and a pair of dancing shoes. Please keep me in your prayers. This was made possible by God and so I know that He has big plans for me. Talk to you later!

I think it is important to remember that a lot of people that have had complications too are searching for answers and support. (totally understandable) However, I know several people that had no complications, have been very successful 2-4 years post op and are so happy with life. Some people post on forums and others don't. Keep in mind that those with complications are a small fraction of surgeries actually done. Hang in there. My surgery date is 7/11. I am soooo excited.

Hi Everyone 19 days till surgery. I am so excited yet feeling a bit overwhelmed. I feel overwhelmed at the thought that this could really work. After all the failed diets, fads, and programs. Is this really it? I just cannot imagin. Well I can. I weighed 160lbs before my son was born, after that the weight gain didn't stop till I hit my hugh of 173. Today I am 165. Anyone else feel that feeling of "this is a dream"? I am so excited just...you. Thank you to everyone who shares. It is inspiring?

I didn't even notice that. I must have been thinking post op goals. :-) I weigh 265. :confused:

What band do you have? What is your start weight and goal weight. Height, etc. I woud love to have an online buddy. Do you have My space?

Glue, Stiches, staples or tape? Or another method and how has that worked for you?:clap2:

7 fills-wow. How long have you been banded?

I am have surgery in Monterrey as well. July 11th. Dr Arturo Rodriguez is doing my surgery. I live in Washington State and 2 doctors here said both Dr Rumbaut and Dr Rodriguez are very good and they do follow up care. I have been nervous about the whole thing. But the patient coordinators, doctor and staff have been helpful. Word of mouth is another really good thing. I have 2 friends that had their surgery with the dr I am seeing. Do your research...ask questions..don't be afraid... I have also learned that everyone responds different to the surgery. Best wishes and God bless

Thank you so much for all your input. I needed it. Sometimes encouragement and re-assurance is all we need. How did the doctor close your incisions. Staples, glue, disolvable stiches? How far post op are you?

I am excited. I guess the thing I am most worried about is infection. I can deal with the risks and complications that can happen down the road...but I am concerned about the incision/port getting infected. I don't know anyone personally. (have met and talked with 15 people or so) through support groups and friends and none of them have had problems but there seems to be alot on the website. Any input of encouragement?

That is my most current worry. Infection! How have you healed?