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Hi there What are u eating at the moment can u give us a run down of your typical day menu ? Sounds like u could be too tight , not chewing enough or bad food choices . I at the moment was how you was , no restriction and waiting my first fill , everything I do now is on pure will power , its very hard but Im damn sure Im not gaining the weight ive lost (we have worked to hard for that) Although my band still does its job and curbes my hunger , I had a bad few days where I grazed last week . So this week Ive have got back on track and Im following the hospitals diet sheets . Were u given any ? S x:thumbup:

Hi ya Juney x Thats great news well done , yes after the seminar I waited 4 months until my surgery , well worth waiting for hun . Im still loosing steadily , lost 35 pounds since my pre op diet & surgery . Im now 4 and half weeks post op and I feel Just great . Wishing u a smooth & successful journey hun Keep me posted hun Sas xxxxxxxx:thumbup:

This is me too , I was banded 3 weeks ago , and since my pre op diet & band ive lost 31 pounds :thumbup: I dont get a fill till approx 10-12 weeks from surgery ... Im still on liquids , just another week to go then mushies ....:smile2: well done everyone and good luck x

Hi there Donna , I replied to your pm ... Good luck x

Hi my sept fellow bandsters ... Im 11 days post op and feeling good now :crying: Just had a nice WOW moment and wanted to share ,Since my pre op diet and band today I made my loss THE 2 STONE MARK =28 pounds .. Im chuffed as hell and most of this was acheived on my pre op diet before u all get dis-heartned. Although in 11 days post op I have lost over 7 pound . best wishes to u all :thumbup: and have a good day x

Congrats on your surgery wiz , wishing u a speedy recovery and a successful new journey Sas x

CONGRATS on your date :tongue: Good luck on your new journey & life , Im 1 week post today and doing good ... Keep us all posted x

Hi ya and welcome to LBT XXX u have found the right place for advice , support & re-assurance . well done on your weight loss so far:thumbup: Keep focused and motivated , its easy to let it slip but so hard to pick it up again . Best wishes SAS XXX

THIS MUST BE SOMEONE TAKING THE P*** ?????? If not ya pouch must have exploded not stretched !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hi Juney:smile: Yes its not long to wait once the consultant confirms he can offer u the procedure , If I wasnt accepted my dad (bless his heart hes 76) was going to release some of my inheritance early to pay for the band private . Of course I said NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO:eek: But he knew how much I wanted this ... But lucky for me I met the criteria in every way , and from my gp's referral to my surgery it all ran smooth with no hiccups :tongue: Im grateful everyday for this , I can tell u , Not one minute have I took anything of this NHS help for granted . Thats amazing about your sisters meds , u hear it all the time , once weight starts to come off and u get healthier , medications are reduced and even stopped . ITS FAB EH :tongue: Keep me posted in your journey and If I can be of any help . JUST YELL :eek: Sas x

:w00t: Glad your more up beat today Nat , There is still hope like I said , ride with it and see how u go with the weight/m/c . And of course keep your options open and dont let this blip get u down then u go and seek comfort with the enemy -FOOD Im here If I can advise & support u in any way . Kind Regards SAS x:thumbup:

SUPERB Thats good news , I seen Dr Supers side kick in May and My surgery was last week , so Approx a 4 month wait . The time soon flies in , and gives u time to loose weight enabling less risks for surgery , and prepares your mind , body & soul for this life changer. My surgery was last Friday , Im 6 days post op now and doing good also . Thanks for telling me your history , most of our stories are quite similar . I wish u well in your New journey . Thats great u have your sister to turn to for first hand advice :cool2: If in doubt ask ... And u got such a quick reply as Im off work for 2 weeks and Im on this dam net when Im not walking :laugh:.......... lol Best wishes SAS XXXX:teeth_smile:

Hi there Juney :cool2: Congrats on your referal to Dr Super and the heartlands ! There is a UNITED KINGDOM forum , but no heartlands only ! I browse the whole site , as its always full of tips & info on the band . How have u been rejected 4 times ?? can u tell me more about your age/bmi/health/co-morbilities etc Then I can get a better picture hun Ask any Questions , id be too happy to help u ! Sas x

Hi ya .. Im the same as u , BM'S not normally an issue , I was banded last week also , (6 days post) constipation or less frequent bowel movement this is normal and due to the following factors : We are taking much smaller quantities and there is very little fibre in our diets now . If u suspect u are constipated there are 3 things to check : MAKE SURE YOUR DRINKING 2 LITRES Fluid PER DAY INCLUDE 1-2 CUPS OF DILUTED FRUIT /VEG juice PER DAY OR TRY SYRUP OF FIGS OR PRUNE JUICE AS A GENTLE BOWEL STIMULANT . MAKE SURE YOUR NOT SITTING OR LYING AROUND TOO MUCH . If this continues to be a prob go to your Dr for advice , and a non bulk forming laxative may be perscibed like lactulose . Hope this helps Sas x

2 weeks for me:eek: still Im 5 days post op and going out for little walks Good luck to u all x

My surgeon insisted I had someone with me for 48 hours , just incase any problems more due to the general a/setic . My sister stayed over , its nice just to have someone there . good luck on ya surgery x best wishes from the uk Sas x

Hi ya and congrats on ya surgery x we share the same date:thumbup: I had that bad gas pain for around 24 hours , Are u walking about ? Moving seems to ease it and move it , I can belch now and it feels great relief ! It will go soon , keep sipping , walking & resting u will get shot of it soon . best wishes SAS X:smile:

Hi there Nat . Oh Im sorry u didnt have the outcome u expected , BUT dont give up hope girl , at least your in the weight help circle now , Im wondering why they sent u to the weight management clinic there ? What does your medical records state about your obesity ? ie : how many years is recorded , wat routes have u taken ie: dietician , zenical (perscibed diet pills ? I didnt get referred to the weight centre , but perhaps my record was a bit more in depth im thinking ??? And the funding is applied for by the hospital that is treating u not ya GP so dont worry about that , Birmingham applied to northamptonshire primary care trust for my funding , I had no problems what so ever . Now u must try your best and show commitment thats what they want , some people think if they loose weight they wont get the surgery ! Thats so not the case , I lost a stone and 8 pounds before surgery , which they were pleased at . U have to show your focused , committed & ready for this life changing event . If I can help u in any way , or u wish to chat in private , just contact me . Dont get disheartened ok , there is still hope ! Best wishes Sas x