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grammy4

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  1. grammy4

    Cannot Lose Weight

    I have a few good books as well. Can I ask what books you have?
  2. grammy4

    Cannot Lose Weight

    I don't buy that for a minute! I've lost over 100 lbs with the lapband. Seems like most of the time people that have gone a different route want to bash lapband. I know just as many people who have had trouble with the sleeve, or bypass. It's a personal thing. That being said, I'd contact the surgeon. You possibly need a fill or some advice as to what you can do.
  3. grammy4

    Cannot Lose Weight

    What does your doctor say? Are you following the guidelines you are supposed to be following? I would think by now your physician would be concerned.
  4. grammy4

    NEWBIE NEEDS SUPPORT....

    If you still, after a day or two, have a hard time with water, definitely call your surgeon. Mine has me drink water before I leave his office.
  5. I didn't lose quickly at first, either, but now, 2 years in, I'm down 100 lbs. Hang in there. Get more active!
  6. grammy4

    Slippage?

    I'm always crazy scared about slippage as well, but my dr. told me that only about 2-3% of bands ever slip. I keep trying to remind myself of that. Your band could be too tight. I was having a lot of acid reflux at night and that was my problem.
  7. grammy4

    Hey need some friends that can relate

    I've had my band for 2 years and I've lost almost 110 lbs. Sometimes I fluxuate, but my weight has steadily, and most of the time slowly, come off. I'd re-evaluate what you are eating and if you are able to eat a full plate of food, you need it tightened.
  8. grammy4

    Am I being overly optimistic?

    @bayougirlmrsc You are an inspiration! I have had my band for a little over 2 years and have lost almost 100 lbs.
  9. grammy4

    Should be a pro

    That happened to a friend. She had some liquid taken out due to some acid reflux and gained some that month, but after the fill she's back on track. Good luck!!
  10. grammy4

    I really need help

    I don't know! I wish you luck however. There are a lot of knowledgeable people on this board---hopefully someone will have an answer for you!
  11. grammy4

    Newly banded

    I agree with everything she said. Only thing is, there are a lot of GB and sleevers that seem to seek out only to bash banders. Wonder why this is??
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  13. grammy4

    Newly banded

    Haha...I never experienced that! You'll do great. To be honest, I know 6 people with bands and none have had any serious issues. Good luck and keep us posted!
  14. grammy4

    Am I being overly optimistic?

    I got my band 2 years and one month ago. I've had a steady weight loss--some months better than others, but I've lost 93 lbs. I've had a few bumps along the way--I mean there have been times that I've thrown up--and I've had a struggle with reflux the past month or so, but I'm happy with my loss. I have a friend who got the gastric sleeve about 8 years ago and lost some weight, but she's put almost all of it back on. The band is a tool....not a miracle weight loss machine. It sounds like you're doing great. Losing slowly is the best way!
  15. grammy4

    Need some feedback

    What is a Z Line?
  16. grammy4

    Need some feedback

    Well, I've lost 90 lbs with the band, so I don't agree that it does not work. I've had a few issues with reflux, but I'm pretty good if I don't eat after 7 p.m. One thing I hear from people who have the sleeve is some wish they had the band so they could have some control over it (with fills). I live in a small town and I know 2 people who have the sleeve and have lost weight only to regain it. I think a lot of success is based on how you eat and how much and how often.
  17. grammy4

    Getting Sick

    No, but I have noticed I get random bruises in places on my stomach--not around the port. Right now, my stomach is a little swollen--I can feel a 'bump' and I have 2 bruises right beside it.
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    Need some feedback

    Yes, I take a generic Prilosec each evening (because I take an NSAID for arthritis), and I try not to eat after 7 pm. That's tough for me sometimes. It does help. Yes, I think it'll be interesting to see the test results. Let us know!
  19. grammy4

    Need some feedback

    Well, not sure! I was experiencing reflux, but after a little Fluid was removed, I am fine. What does your dr. say?
  20. grammy4

    New to app

    I usually can't eat bread--sometimes I can eat toast. Try eating the meat only. Eating slowly makes more of a difference for me than anything. After I swallow, sometimes I just wait a minute before I take another bite. I also take small bites. I also think that what I might be able to eat one day, I can't eat another.
  21. grammy4

    Struggling

    I had my surgery almost 2 years ago and have just lost 70 lbs---you are doing ok! I know some have more to lose than others. Just keep working at it---
  22. grammy4

    Acid Reflux

    Two years after my surgery, I have started having it as well. My dr. said not to eat 3 hours before bedtime--also said they sometimes take a little Fluid out. I didn't want that done, so I continue with my previcid and keep Rolaids by my bed! Not eating close to bedtime does help!
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    Trouble eating

    A friend said she had this problem. She said what she did was about 30 minutes before dinner, she'd take a bite or two of something, and then by dinner, she was able to eat. I'm sorry--hope this helps!
  24. grammy4

    Lap band dilation question

    Great!

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