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Had my 2nd fill Monday Feb 15. Up to 4cc's now. I lost 8 lbs by Saturday. It's Wednesday and I am still feeling ALMOST like I did when I was first banded. Does this mean maybe long term restriction or is this normal for the first week or so after a fill?? I take my meds and I am full... I have to take them in between meals... lol. And by meals I mean meal. Usually just one... because I am just not hungry for anything most the time. food sounds "uck". But I get light headed and HAVE to eat. Then, when I do, it's a couple of bites, maybe more, maybe less. Don't get me wrong. I'm not complaining. This is what I signed up for... I'm just hoping it will last. :wink: What do you think? :eek:

... just sayin' Got my second fill on Monday and honestly, so far there is restriction. I feel like I did when I first got banded. (Can't burp, can't eat much, not hungry). And have lost 3 lbs since!!

I am 2 months out and if I find myself craving something, I have my little bite, because with the band, that's about all I can have! Your portions will be unbelievably small... and you will find that a bite or two will satisfy you. I definitely do not struggle as much now as I did without the band. I had no control at all without it. Now I just listen to my body... eat the way I should (not necessarily the foods I should, but I chew, chew, chew... swallow... wait a few minutes, then take another bite.). This way you can tell when you are full. It's amazing how just a bite or two satisfies that craving. However, before the band I worried so badly that I wouldn't be able to do it. Now I KNOW I can... and I already feel wonderful! I've lost 44 lbs!! You can do it, honey. You wouldn't be normal if you weren't having the feelings you are right now. We didn't get this way because we could turn away food very easily.

I understand... I had the same "cold feet" just before surgery. Giving up food was like giving up an old friend... an old DESTRUCTIVE friend. I am only 2 months out, but I had 2nd thoughts just before surgery because I was afraid to give up what I was comfortable with and had grown accustomed to. However, even tho it is a change, just remind yourself it's a GOOD change... and you will feel SO MUCH BETTER afterward! You came this far... you can do it just as SO MANY have. We didn't get here because we DIDN'T like food... we all liked it a little too much. And please don't hesitate to email me if you need to chat or anything. I know the anxiety all too well. I was so very nervous I was crying just before they gave me the GOOD meds in my IV!! lol

Hi Mona!! First off... MONA is a lifesaver and always on my speed dial! Hehe! I was banded in Dec. 2009 by Dr. Forney and Dr. Holloway. From the time I began my journey, these people have done everything they can to make it pleasant, fast and successful. Right down to the office people! Their research and knowlege is extensive and I am thankful for that. I will continue to refer anyone considering weight loss surgery to their clinic in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. This is not a surgery to go into lightly and they are right there to provide you with all the pros and cons, honestly. Their bedside manner is the best I have ever seen! I will never regret this surgery or the doctor's I chose to perform it!

Maybe I posted this in the wrong forum? Sorry if I irked anyone. =)

Well Folks, I was banded Dec. 22, 2009 and had my first fill on Monday this week. I ate a toasted tuna sandwich yesterday and somehow I know there is still a piece of it stuck in my pouch. I can feel it in there, kinda tasted it when I went to bed last night. Everything is still going down fine, so I don't have a blockage, but this is really irritating. I ate very few scrambled eggs last night because I was full very, very fast. I drink constantly. I tried some very hot tea this morning and even Diet Coke today. I chugged it... nothing. Any ideas?? Short of going to get unfilled?? I have to drive 240 miles to do that!! Thanks!

I was banded 12/15/09. Before the surgery I was very excited. VERY. I normally suffer from depression and anxiety... it's just part of who I am and I have taken medication for 18 years for it. I take 20mg Lexapro and Ativan when needed. I haven't been "depressed" for a long, long time. The meds always seemed to work. However, since surgery, I don't want to get out of bed, don't want to leave the house, don't want to leave my room!! I am losing weight... have lost 42 lbs. I haven't even worked more than 5 hours since surgery. I'm going to lose my insurance if I'm not careful. Maybe even my job. And this job, which I normally like, I just can't fathom the idea of going back. I can't even describe to you what I feel most of the time. Numb. Don't care. Sad. Tired. Anyone else experience this after surgery? It seems like I suffered some depression after my gall bladder surgery as well. It was an open surgery and took me awhile to recover. Do you think it's anesthesia? Or is it just me? :cursing:

Thanks for sharing that! I actually have problems sexually, too. I think it's the antidepressants... which I HATE... but then again, I hate being depressed? Maybe I should just do a whole cleansing thing? I don't want more drugs. :thumbup:

My doctor prescribed Lexapro (an antidepressant) and Ativan for just when I need it. Lexapro has been a LIFESAVER. Since this recent depression has only hit me since surgery, I tend to think it's probably temporary. I am very sensitive to many medications. If I can't get it under control, I will certainly see a psychiatrist. :cursing:

No. No psychiatrist, just my regular doctor. I plan to have a visit with him on Friday. Might need to up my meds, but was just wondering if anyone else may have experienced the same depressive feelings after surgery?