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I did get the unfill (slight) after the problem with heart burn, and that was a yr ago, and no more heart burn. and only pbing when I don't chew well, and then don't follow the advise, to go on liquids after pbing for atleast 24 hrs.

I started a new lap band Dr. I was told to go for 24 hrs. with only liquid or protein drink, then try soft, then go and try solids. I haven't been doing that, and would continue to throw up, keeping the band irratated, now it has been 2 months and I haven't thrown up at all. So try that, it worked for me.

It helps to come on here every once in a while and get back to reading others comments and remember what its all about. Back to proteins, less carbs..more exercise. Wish we had a support group locally here. It helps to read what others are eating too. New ideas, that is why the lb discussion is so wonderful. Glad to have such a place. Judy

Just checking in. Surgery june 11,2008. Just trying to maintain my loss. Between 70-75 lbs. I go back and forth 5 lbs. No fills since last sept. One slight un=fill in nov. Feel good. Have a fear of gaining back, this 5 lbs. Sometimes feels like 20...hope all are well. Judy

Hi, all. its been awhile.. I am at goal and have been for awhile. infact below original. Got my last fill a month or so ago, and finally have restriction. and thought i was at my sweet spot. However I have been having acid reflux and sometimes can't keep things down. Do I get a un fill. Concentrate on taking sm. bites? I wear a mask for sleep apnea, and in the middle of the night I have to rip it off, feel like I either have to cough, or can't get air??? opinions>>>>> thanks Judy

I agree about the hot liquid in the morn. I have trouble getting anything cold down in the am...Last few morns I have had yogurt with Kashi in it and it has worked fine. For weeks I would just have coffee or tea till about 11 or 12.. I had a nexium last night and that really helped. I feel like I need one now to, and I haven't Pb ed in 2 days. Judy

This is my question. Is vomiting and pb'ing the same. i was told to avoid vomiting at all costs. But I thought vomiting is bringing up the acids and all from original stomache and pb. was just :ohmy:bringing up what is in the pouch??? After my last fill (first one that seems i really have restriction) I have acid reflux . Also when something gets stuck, if it doesn't come up, I help it too, to get relief. Sometimes)... I thought if it was still in the pouch, it was ok, since I read threads that alot of people write what they eat and then say (it came back up) etc...I have been putting off getting an unfill, thinking it would go away. I am at my goal and am happy with where I am, but don't want to gain it back. I do ok when I really watch and cut everything small, I get a gurgle or burp after eating a small amount and know if I keep eating it will end up coming up...sometimes the slime feels like you are not getting air unless it comes up. I also think after PB ing I don't give it a chance to heal.. What are anyone's thoughts. I think I might need a slight unfill. After reading about the slips, and erosion, I am scared. thanks Judy

my fills art 275$ and are covered by ins. i have not had to go to hosp. or have barium, except for right after sugery,but my ins. PPO Blue covered it all, don't know if there is a limit or not. i am 9 months out, and have reached goal. now to maintain. Judy

I was told warm liquids will make the band looser and cold makes it tighter.

i go every 4-6 wks. But was told by a nurse at the practice that a girl was coming every week for awhile, our surgeon only was giving 1cc at a time.

i know you mention different protein drinks. I went to walmart today and got super advanced whey protein 52g pro. Per 2 scoops. 210 cal. Is that ok??? After i got home i read it says food supplement , not for weight loss. Not sure if it is ok... Should i take it back>???? Judy

Where do you find the choc walnut shake??

many people experience the plateau's, some add more exercise, some do a few days of liquid protein, both of these should jump start you losing again. I exercise an 1hr. In the morn. Every morn, and have the last 2 wks added a walk at night for 1 hr. 3 times a week. And have been stalled in my weight loss. Not sure if i am building muscle or what, it does become a pain, when you feel you are doing everything right. I am about 16 pounds till goal and it seems to be stuck. Hang in there. It will come off. Just don't give up and eat what we are not suppose to... You've had a good weight loss, maybe your body is resting... Judy

I would think you would have restriction too. My fills are $275, but covered so far.. I have heard even though the band is a certain size, it can hold much more. Good luck. Talk to your dr. About having no restriction with 9cc.

I don't understand that, i was told to bring my c pap in when i had the band to use in the hospital. I have used it since banded, 6 months now and wasn't told any difference

Looking good cathy, like your new picture. Judy

Banded june 11, lost 58 lbs. First time today. Nsv...tucked my top in and wore a belt. Also went shopping and got into a 10 jean. And bought them...and some med. Tops...

I ask my surgeon about being able to tell if they are in the right spot and she said when she put it in she puts blue dye in. Then when she does a fill she sucks some out and if it is blue knows she is in the right spot. Makes sense. She doesn't restrict eating after, but i try to go light the first day or so..

HAVEN'T HAD PIZZA IN 6 MONTHS. MISS IT, WOULD LIKE THE RECIPE.. THANKS JUDY

Hi all. Just a bit of news. Hey,,, i bought a belt, for the first time since high school. Any outfit i got i just threw the belt away. Yesterday i actually went out and bought a belt... 5 mon. Since surgery, 56 lbs. Lots of inches. Judy

My doc doesn't restrict eating after a fill, if it doesn't bother you, do it. But after reading others post, i do liquids for a day, then mushies morn. And reg. Food later that day. She does no pre fill, and puts blue dye in, so she knows she hits the right spot when giving a fill. Sometimes i feel restriction and some times not. I try not to do the bad carbs. Thanks

Hi, IVE BEEN READING THE POSTS AND ENJOYED IT. I WAS BANDED JUNE 11, LOST 55 LBS NOW. SOUNDS LIKE A NICE GROUP. I AM IN THE JUNE BUGS BUT THEY HAVE SO MANY POSTS IT IS HARD TO FIND ANYBODY. I ALSO LIKE TO HEAR WHAT OTHERS ARE EATING. I AGREE, I DON'T HAVE SWEETS EITHER , ONE BITE AND I WOULD WANT THEM, NO BREAD SINCE BEING BANDED. I AM GETTING CLOSE TO GOAL, BUT MAY LOWER IT IF ALL GOES WELL. I HAVE A 10CC. BAND WITH 5 FILLS. AND I THINK 5CC. DH SAYS I HAVE LOST ENOUGH, WENT FROM 18 TO A 12. BUT I WANT MORE...I FEEL GREAT. THANKS FOR THE POSTS. I AM 57 AS OF THE 12TH. JUDY

Anybody take fish oil capsules, i did till surgery, they are really big, so i haven't but found gel childrens omega 3 . Does anybody take them, will they get stuck, they have the consistency of gummy worms, but small???

Hi, anyone know what to take to replace the big fish oil capsules??? I found kids chewy gel ones, but was afraid it would stick. They have the consistency of gummy worms? Wondering,, they say to eat solids, not mushy things, but then to chew till they are like liquid. So what is the difference to have applesauce with a meal or apple slices? Other than chewing longer. No support group in our town and we need one. Thanks to all of you for your support.

Finally.... Hit 50# today. Banded on june 11. Have 4cc in 10cc band. Got stuck for the first time last week. I read on this forum to try pineapple juice, something about the acid and getting un stuck.. Got a get some. Good luck to all.