Chilly

I was banded April 15th, 2008. I had my first fill the end of May which put me to 3 cc in my 10 cc band. No restriction yet! I am scheduled for a second fill the end of June and I am hoping that I will have some restriction with that one. My question is how many cc does it take to feel some restriction? I am not losing any weight and I can eat anything still. Thanks, Chilly

List: Chilly Name: Patti Date you were banded: April 15, 2008 Weight loss to date: 5 lbs. since How are you feeling? not to good since haven't lost anything since surgery. Started at 290 lbs. (dec) and now 268 lbs.(7/8)

I went in and got my second fill and I am at 5 cc in a 10 cc band. Still no restriction and not feeling full. I am at the same weight which I guess is good because I haven't lost or gained anything. I was curious to see how much fill do people need to feel full. I am going back this month and get another fill and hope that will be the last one. Thanks for your responses. Chilly

Name: Chilly Date you were banded: April 15,2008 Weight loss to date: (pre-op lost 15) post-op lost 9 How are you feeling? I am feeling up-set with myself because I am not losing the weight as I thought. I am going in for another fill since I have no restriction yet. I have 3 cc in a 10 cc band and nothing. But other than that, I feel good and confident that I will lose weight with help from the band. Chilly

I was wonderin the samething... What are rep points?

I was banded April 15th. I arrived at the hospital at 9:30 a.m. and surgery was scheduled at 12 (noon). I was put into a room to check vitial signs and given a gown to put on. I was given a blood thinner shot in my stomach. It did burn for a few minutes. Then I was taken to a surgical holding area where the doctors came in to talk to me and answer any last minute questions. The nurse tried to put the IV in my arm but had a hard time, so she gave me another shot and then I don't remember anything after that. That was about 11 a.m. The next thing that I remember is waking up with a nurse next to me and asking me questions. My throat was so sore that I had a hard time answering her. I was also so sick (vomiting) for a few hours until the nurse realized that I was getting sick from the pain meds that they were giving me. Once those stopped I was feeling ok but still sore. I arrived in my room about 9 p.m. that night. When I gto to my room, that is when I noticed that I had 2 IVs; one in each arm. The nurse had me up walking about 10:30 p.m and around 12 midnight the nurse came in and took out the cath. and then I went to sleep for a couple of hours. The next morning, I had my test done and see the doctor and went home. I was feeling better a couple of days later.

I was banded on April 15,2008 and lost 15 lbs when I went in for my post-op check and I have gained the weight back. I am so mad at myself. I get my first fill on May 28, 2008 and then hopefully I will lose the weight.

I chose the lap band because I wanted to lose the weight slowly. I thought that losing the weight slowly will give me time to build my muscles and also help me learn to control the amount of food I ate at a meal and though out the day. A friend of mine had the RNY and she lost weight as first and then put the weight back on over years. When talking to people and see what she went through that really help me with my decision. I love my band and how it has helped me get where I am now and going to be in the future. Just remember make the decision for YOU not for anyone else. YOU have to live with it and no one else does. Keep us posted on how you are doing through your journey. Good luck! Chilly

Angie.. There is a size limit here in New York to ride roller coaster. You have to be under 200 lbs. or they can weigh you if they think you are bigger. I was just wondering how long it took for people to be able to feel comfort riding. Chilly

I was wondering if anyone knows how long after being banded are you able to start to ride amuzement park rides? I live near an amuzement park and my kids are reminding me that the park opens May 3rd and that they want to go. I am being banded April 15th. Thanks. Chilly

I was banded on April 15th and have been doing good until this afternoon. I have a small pain in my chest area. I am not sure if I should call the doctors or not. The only thing that I did different was to take a sip of oj from my daughter. But I didn't have that much. Any advice would help. Chilly

I know what you are going through. I have lost a total of 30 lbs. and haven't noticed a change but my kids say that my butt isn't there anymore. I did notice a little change in my neck, face and arm areas. Take a look at those areas and maybe you can see a change too. Chilly

Thanks everyone for your advice. The pain isn't as bad anymore. Went to see the doctor yesterday and she says it is gas from the surgery. Just walk and burp and it will go away. Thanks again, Chilly

Eureka, I had the pain too when I woke up but it went away and now it is back. I think if I burp I am going to lose everything but I cann't get it to come out. (the burp) When I let little burps out, OMG does the pain go all over chest area. I thought I did something wrong and that now I was paying for it. How long does it take for the gas to go away? Chilly

I was too banded on April 15th. I have been trying to stay away from the pain meds but I usually need them at night to help me sleep. I also have bad gas pain in my shoulders and chest area. My stomach area is very sensitive and painful. To find out that other people are having the same pains makes me feel alittle better. Good luck on your journey. Chilly

Hi Richard, I was banded April 15th too. I lost 17 lbs. before surgery and just weight myself and lost another 8 lbs. How are you feeling? I am really sore still. My arms are black and blue from my wrist to the elbow. (yes, both arms) I was wondering if I was the only one that felt like this and my arms being bruised. Well, congrats on your surgery and hope you well on your journey. Chilly

I just came home from the hospital this evening. Really sore where the port is but that is about all. I was banded April 15th. I was so nervous and excited about the day but I know I am doing it for my kids and so I can be healthy too. Thanks for listening. :rolleyes2: Chilly seminar: Nov.

Counting down the hours now!!!! I am so excited and nervous about being banded. I am being banded tomorrow (the 15th), have to be at the hospital at 9 a.m. :smile2: I just started the liquid diet this morning as directed. Thanks everyone for all your advice and information. It helped me get this far. CHILLY 24 hours until banded (April 15, 2008):tongue:

Congrats Tina and good luck with everything. Where are you having yours done? I am having my done at Buffalo General here in Buffalo, NY. Just curious. Good luck again Chilly

I am being banded the 15th. I am so excited and nervous at the sametime. Reading the post I think the most I have to put up with is the gas and being uncomfortable with the port. I hope everything goes fine with mine. Chilly

Liquid diet for me (from surgery) is jello, sf popsicles, and juice. Everything has to be clear. I am not sure of the others but that is what I am sticking with. Chilly

The questions you have are ones that I have too. I was hoping someone would have answered them. Well, I am glad you are doing good. Chilly

I was wondering what kind of whey Protein shake is the best tasting? I went out and got Perfect Zero Carb from a GNC store. I was told to have this on hand for after surgery. I have never had any Protein Shake before and was hoping for some help. :confused2: Chilly

I am also getting banded on April 15th at 9 a.m. at Buffalo General Hospital. I also had different thoughts running in my head but I just think of my children and family. Good luck on the 15th! Let me know how you are doing. Chilly

Everything will be fine. Lets us know how things do with you and your surgery. I get banded next week (April 15th), so I will be joining you soon in the post-op section. Will look for you there and see how are you are doing. Good luck!!!! Chilly