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What month are we talking about going? Has it been decided?

It means "know what I mean" Hi everyone. So I went to lunch with a friend today and I took 3 bites and got stuck. I can usually unstick myself but today was bad. I asked for some pineapple juice. I drank two small sips and ended up running to the bathroom. It came up not down. Is that what it was supposed to do? JoJo- I tried the pinapple juice as well. I had the same experience. It came up very quickly. I was violently ill from it. It did work though. I'm glad you asked this question because I was wondering the same thing when it happened to me.

I got a fill a week ago yesterday 1.4 CC's on 4 CC band. I nursed it all week and finally gave up. I went in for a partial unfill today. The Dr removed .4 I have 1CC left. I hope I can lose some weight now. I wasn't even able to drink my protein drink. I didn't gain or lose all week. I was always sceptical about the notion that you need to eat to lose weight, but now I know from experience, it's true. Suzzzie- I hope you are able to keep every drop of your fill.

I don't regret it. I am one of the not-so-lucky ones. I have alot of PBing and slimming; but the better I understand the band the fewer problems I have the more I like it. I would do it again tomorrow. Good luck!

The Gold Coast is on the other side of the strip and is very reasonable in price. The rooms have recently been renovated and are very clean.The hotel has a bowling alley, bingo hall and they still have $5.00 tables. They also have a shuttle to the Flamingo, which is on the strip. I believe April is prime season in Vegas, so we are going to pay premium rates anywhere we stay.

I know they tell you not to weigh everyday, but I can't stand it.I weigh every morning when I get up. I believe this helps me understand how my body reacts to foods that I ate the day before.

Dawn, I have only been banded since 6-4-07 and I have not been able to handle a fill either. Can you tell me what type of complications you experienced that prevented you from gettting fills? Did it cause a full feeling in your throat?

You must have gone to TJ? what city do you live in. who banded you?

Count me in. I go to Vegas 4 times a year on average. For all you gamblers, the gambling really sucks early week. If you play for fun (pennies, nickels) it doesn't really matter. If you play tables or higher end slots, your odds are better on the weekend. I am in regardless.

I am scheduled for another attempt at a fill on Sept.7th. I am really nervous because of all the problems I had last time. Is it normal to have a hard time swallowing (feels like your being choked and burns) when you get a fill? I was Okay at first, but by the next morning, I felt terrible. Please help me understand what is normal so that I don't over-react and have it removed again.

Well said Kat. I agree. This is not a race but a marathon. None of us gained our weight in 1 year and we are not "required" to lose it in a year. I would rather lose it slowly and eat balanced meals. I had poor eating habits, not an overeater. It is important for me to learn to eat healthier not necessarily to starve. My weight is coming off slowly, but I fell healthy and am making much better choices.

Alexandra- I have seen your postings on different threads. I always wonder how you are doing since your rebanding? I know you were supposed to have it about a week ago. I hope all went well and you are feeling better.

JoyG72 -captain danbo is the man you want to talk to. This is his Dr. He is located in San Bernadino Ca. Correct?