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thanks- I read all of the previous posts, they addressed the fact that the band itself can withstand pressure changes, I am more concerned that an air bubble in the fundus could expand with ascent causing a slip- I dont think anyone has addressed that! how do i "bump" my post??

My port was placed on the right just inferior to my ribs- The port often hurts and feels like it is rubbing against my ribs, esp when i take a deep breath or move. Anyone else have this issue?

I did that too- and only found ONE willing to take me, so I made an appt, when I called to confirm my appt, they changed their minds!!

good luck to you too, Andi!! I will keep my fingers (and legs) crossed for you!!:biggrin2:

I asked my surgeon if I would have it and he completely blew it off! That scared me since it seems to be such a common theme on here! Many rec gas-x. Mine did go away with time.

I have heard different things about caffeine- my surgeon said it would be okay. I can only assume that some rec no caffeine b/c of it's effect on gastric motility. That being said, i did have a skinny latte last night, (at least i got some skim milk that way) Have any of you heard why no caffeine?

i didnt get to see mine, was sealed and sent to my surgeon! I agree with the other posters, I doubt it will cause an outright denial, but it cant hurt to get some therapy and get it documented!

yep! that is why i got the band! to be sated on less!! can't wait

medial is towards the middle of the body, distal is farther away, anterior is front, posterior is back, inferior is below, superior above. Hope that helps!!

I have only been banded less than a month, but I can already see the need for a supportive garment. Surgical garments look very promising! I did a quick search and found this web site, they have bariatric garments. Often they are crotchless so that you can go to the bathroom without taking everything off. bariatric garments

I dont know why an MMPI would be administered. Usually psych evals need to evaluate if you understand the risks and benefits, how compliant you are likely to be with follow up directions and care, and how good your support network is should something go wrong. The reason it is required is because unfortunately there are a lot of people that meet criteria from a BMI perspective but are unable/unwilling to comprehend that band is a lifetime commitment with long term changes required. Insurance companies do not want to pay for a surgery likely to fail. That being said, I am self pay and I still had to get a psych eval done. Mine was simple, but he did ask questions like was I picked on a lot as a kid.

they are only punishing themselves! you can smile smugly when you are sitting in the waiting room with a normal BMI!

lets celebrate the weight loss you did have! 16 pounds in two months is awesome!!!

also make sure that your thyroid is okay! I too freeze, need the bathtub to warm up! I think my metabolism was always slow, and now I have a negative fuel balance. Exercise has got to help!

thanks tex and marimu! I know I just have some adjusting to do when eating with others.

baby food is disgusting! today was my first day on mushies and i had gone to the store and picked the highest protein baby food i could find. EW EW EW EW any one else try baby food?

maybe it will be different when i experience restriction and i dont have hunger helping my ire along! Congrats Kiki on being strong and good luck with your surg!

why would she say that stuff about the military? are you a vet?

I have DDR- it is fun but doesnt seem to be a consistent workout. I can only do the easy mode without tripping though!

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do any of you know if Dr. Malley has flouroscopy in his office? How are his fill staff?

I was told that if you swallow it, it can cause an obstruction. I do believe there are a few posts on here to that effect... Gum can block your stoma and does not easily break down- at this point I am too afraid to chew it!

lol molly! i hear ya!

you will not go into ketosis if you have some carbs. i dont know what you can tolerate but whole grains, fruits, and vegetables are good. (complex carbohydrates) I like oatmeal/cream of wheat. I also put milk in bran flakes and let it sit till it is nice and mushy (i am in the pureed phase) the safety of diets that cause ketosis is very controversial. there are sticks you can buy to check your urine for ketones if you want to be sure that ketosis is the etiology of your bad breath.

I searched for info on this, but couldnt find anything. I am 3 weeks post op- when can i start swimming? I am afraid that the water may infect my incisions.