Mimilou2004

I am always tickled when our group posts!!!! You have both done so well. I have had several plastic surgeries to correct my "hanging chads", LOL, and need more. There should be insurance for PS for major wt loss ppl because it is reconstructive not just "cosmetic". Those batwings are HEAVY!!!!!! I am a little overfilled and have reflux issues but am afraid my over zealous doc will take out too much when I go next week. I am consulting with him for port relocation and changing to a low profile port. I look like an alien head is fixing to pop out of my mid-section. I am still working on my "head" vision of myself...when ppl refer to me as tiny a get kind of self derogatory!!! I hope many more 10/08 ppl post. Mimi

It is not the end of the world, you can always pick up where you left off. I have to admit, sometimes it is just boring to work the band and a little break is what is needed. Please don't go in shamefaced like the doctor is your parent or judge/jury. You took a break and now you are ready to engage again. In days gone by you probably would have gained even more and not had this tool to help you!!!! Keep reading and posting. Best wishes, Mimi

I drink about 5 mugs a day plus 4 mugs of tea.....I tell myself I am drinking to obtain the good anti oxidents, LOL!!!! Mimi

I have Tricare Standard in the South Region and fills have been covered on a cost share basis for almost 2 years. Mimi

You made a wise and proactive decision...congratulations. Mimi

Whoo Hoo, you go, girl!!!!! Mimi

Your posts tickle me....I can't imagine forgetting to eat!!!! Mimi

Until you get to some restriction you will probably have to do the old fashioned dieting. Hang in there it will get better. Best wishes. Mimi

I hope you feel better by now. I have been too tight since June and I reflux all night.......I really hate the way Tums taste!!! Good luck, Mimi

I had my first and I hope last attack of gout a few months ago when I was making and eating chili with Turkey and beans 2-3 times a day. I have not had either since that episode.......owie!!!! Good luck! Mimi

You are blessed to have a doc that would help you on Saturday. You did the right thing!!!! Mimi

Carol, I am proud of you for hanging in there and not getting discouraged, not reverting to your pre-band ways. That is a huge NSV!!!! Mimi

Shopping in regular stores is just about the ultimate NSV. You are doing wonderful, keep it up!!! Mimi

Sorry to say it sounds like you need a temporary unfill, probably a small one will help and after a couple of weeks you can get your fill back. Good luck, Mimi

I think you are a strong independent and resilient woman!!!!! Best wishes!!!! Mimi

All of the above listed are reasons for port pain!!!!!!Good luck, Mimi

I don't think you need to spend $$ on calcium supplements with a good bone density test and 3 servings of Vit D fortified dairy every day. Mimi

Best wishes, KAS and keep posting your progress. Mimi

I feel so badly for you.....what I fear most is happening to you and it isn't fair. Mimi

I hope you are honest with your doctor about all your symptoms, I do not think you need a fill....you might be having an intermittent slip. Good luck, Mimi

Call your practice and ask for an upper GI to evaluate for a slip....pain is a symptom that shouldn't be ignored or treated lightly. Good luck. Mimi

WOW, hot yoga is a workout...I have read about it!!! Congratulations on your loss and maintenance of that loss, especially after your injury!!! Mimi

I call my golf ball size lump my "Alien" because it looks like it is ready to burst out. I have an appt Sept 3 to discuss switching to a low profile port....I am having trouble deciding where to put it, though. Mimi

You have done so well, Julie.Ann. Thanks for posting!!!! And congratulations on being in such great shape to run so far!!!! Mimi

All I can say is good luck. I think maybe you are a stress eater. The band doesn't help much with that, I am sorry to say. Mimi