janwillbethin

Ok, this is close to how I am feeling. I got my 3rd fill so am now sitting with 2cc in a 4cc band. I am having a difficult time eating. I can tolerate crunchy things (crackers) but can't get other things to go down (eggs, cottage cheese, beans, yogurt) it is so bad today that now my water is just sitting on my chest. Called the doctor and they told me to go on a liquid diet for a few days, any advise from you all?

Went for my second fill today and the doctor got it first time without any help. He does not even give anything to numb first, guess he is just really good. Sorry you are having such a hard time, personally after the second or atleast the thrid try I would have opted to leave without the fill. 20 times is way too tollerant for me.

How about protein drinks, do you use the protein powder mixed with water or skim milk? You get about 45 grms of protein in one drink. Gladiator is a decent protein to use.

I asked my doctor about that today (went in for my second fill) and he told me that the fill took effect immediately and would not get any "tighter" but I have read that it can take up to 4 weeks to get the total effect. Now I am confused!!

Unofficially "naked" I have lost 20 lbs since my surgery, but officially fully dressed I have losts 18 lbs. It is slow but I knew that going in and opted for this surgery instead of the RNY so I am ok with the slow. Acutally, it isn't really that slow, I can't remember the last time that I lost 18-20 lbs in 2months! I get my second fill on the 12th of December. I had my first episode of getting food stuck and having to throw up last week, the hot roll that I ate 1/2 did not go down!! I know better than to do that again! Am a little worried about getting my second fill, I really need to start practicing how to eat properly!

Amen. If it were not for my faith in the Lord I could have never gone thru with this surgery in the first place. I truly feel that he led me thru this and I will only face success because his hand is in it. Thanks for reminding me of my faith!

I only told my husband (of course), my mom, my kids and a few of the girls at the gym that had the RNY. They have been a wonderful support group for me. I only took off one week from work and just called it vacation time. The weight loss has been so gradual (18 lbs in 2 months) that a few people are starting to notice but I just tell them that I am working out and eating more protein, which is the truth. Good luck!

I had surgery on 9/25/07 and would like to join