BUG57

Hellooo, Sandy Glad to know your breathing as improved. By now you should be down more then fifteen pounds "wow". I'm doing ok thanks. Sandy, by the way what size band do you have? BUG! (RAY)

Hi Sandy: Congrats on that big step in your life (health). What I had was alot of gas and shoulder pain, also my port incision took longer too heal, it was placed next to an old gall bladder incision. My band was also unfill. After one week I started eating soft scramble eggs, vienna sausage (soft meats) yogurt and protein drinks. Ask your dr. when could you get off liquids.Try not to rush in getting a fill, try waiting past six weeks if you can. Sandy you"ll be feeling better soon. Best of luck keep in touch. Bug (Ray)

Well, I got the fifth fill (1cc) total of 7cc, in St. pete on 7/31/08. Overall body inches are down, thats great. Hope this fill hits the bulls-eye this time.:teeth_smile: BUG57!!

Well, I got the fifth fill (1cc) for a total 7cc in my 10cc band on 7/31/08. Overall body inches are down (thats good) But the needle in the scale is stuck and not moving, am taking it aparted and applying 3 & 1 oil see if it works. But seriously I hope this fill hits the bulls-eye.:Banane34: BUG57

Like JBFLORIDA, I also have NO regrets, do it again if I had too!!. With my blood pressure & BMI down, you know I have no regrets.

Bev_ _It seems we're riding a local train to our destination (goal), a long slow ride. Sometimes stuck between stations, yet, we WILL reach our goal. Bug!

Hi Amanda, glad to know everything is moving slooowly but surely. Best to stay in the hospital after the procedure. Don't take any chance driving by yourself. It seems everything takes soooolong, but its here before you know it. best of luck, keep in touch. Bug!

uptownmami; Heed some solid advise from jbflorida (judy). Bug!

Deb; Your big day will be here before you realize it. Don't stray from your goal!!. You did good starting your pre-op diet nice an early. Bug!

Judy; Congrats on your success, I applaud you. I hope uptownmami considers your advise. Keep up the good work, We all know it's not eeeeasy. Bug!

I went to one of Dr. Ernest Rehnke seminares in Tampa. He seemed like a very good Dr. But a little expensive for me. bug57

Hello to: sandy,tigerlili08,harkingluv,jbflorida,susan,ssflbelle and a special welcome to tally. I was out of town in (nyc), lets keep spring hill thread kicking. Staying in touch with one another.:smile:---Sandy, your surgery date is getting close, so chin up and go take care of business!!.:thumbup: Best of luck.Bug57

Operated a bus in Brooklyn for ayear, and over twenty five in Manhanttan (n.y.c.mta). Talk about stuck in traffic and sitting on your b-tt. Now I'm retire and still sitting on my b-tt.

Hi jbflorida, Am from spring hill in hernando county 45 minutes north of tampa. Stop by spring hill thread an say hello. Bug57

Hello woodbox20,Its nice to know you're also from the DA BRONX I was born and rised Manhattan. I lived in Tremont & Bruckner blvd. Until two years ago, now we live in spring hill florida. Love the weather & the place, But there's no place like home!!. Bug57

Hello april, Welcome aboard (spring hill thread ).As you could see we try to stay in touch with each other. Thanks for jointing us.Bug57

Fluoro is use in St.pete., not in Tampa thats the reason.Also I have the annual plan with fill centers, At $1,200. a year,four fill and eight consultations you might be able to swap consultations for fills. I believe each fill is $275 not sure. I have experience no problem with them as of get.Call them before your surgery and then decide. Their number is 866-345-5872.Do your research before surgery. Bug57

Hooray, tami keep up the excellent work.:biggrin: bug57

Karen85 My home town is nyc (da bronx) But I live spring hill florida now. I also have a 10cc band. Four fill with a total 6cc in the band. I'll like to know how're you doing an how things coming along Bug57

Am eating much less now. Definitely not just one cup of anything! This is my fourth fill (6cctotal). I know I haven't found the r/spot yet, but am staying put. The minute I feel no restriction I'm running to get a fill. Bug57

Hi tami How are you doing? "How are things coming along". Bug57

Sandy,please don't feel afraid. One step at a time, first the surgery get over that first.The best way to get fills is with fluoro. But don't rush into them wait till you really need one. you will know when you need one. I usually drink water doing the procedure, no problem swallowing is o.k. if not she will reduce the fluid. But you'll know in a couple of days how much of a restriction you have. I get my fill. at Fill Centers USA St.Petersburg office,she is Kathie Gonzales ARNP.She's great!! I'll give you more information as we go along. We're all new at this. A NEW ADVENTURE IN OUR LIVES!

skinnyme52, I,m still stuck at 220lbs (from 260lbs) I need another fill,but I'm staying put for now. The amount of food is much less now,an I have some restriction.Yes, I'm happy I was banded and I am going to reach my goal of 175lbs. But please, have an open mind and let your heart guide you. Bug57:thumbup: