Dzynr30

I was banded on December 31, 2008 and have lost (since surgery) 63lbs as of yesterday's Doctor's visit. It had been six weeks since my last visit and I lost 12lbs in that 6 week period with little or no restriction! Loosing too fast definately makes me nervous because the reason for choosing lap band over any other was for the gradual more natural loss. I was also filled for the 3rd time yesterday bring me to a total of 6cc in a 14cc band, and was nervous about that also because why on earth would I want to be filled and have been loosing between 9 and 12 lbs each month! The doctor calmed me down though and explained to me that because I was loosing on the high side, I did in fact need a fill and this was the reason behind me not feeling that restriction....everytime I loose, I get a little wiggle room in my band...lmbo I do eat more than 4 oz...believe me...lol but as stated yesterday I'm kinda buring off what I eat... It makes sense. My snacks consisted mostly of yogurt n' protein shakes, etc...... and while this is okay...I was advised to switch some of my snacks to full solid proteins like fish etc...and limit the full liquid and softer protein snacks and that I would find that I would get back closer to 4 to 6oz for those 3 meals as opposed to that 6 to 9oz that I was doing...lol lol. I tried this today... and one of 2 things happend...either this fill hits the spot or the change in menu is working....I'll keep you posted...lol EVERYBODY is different! Once you get the hang of what a typical meal should consist of...and what you should be eating only in moderation.....and balance that with a little exercise...even if it's shopping in Wal-Mart or the mall for about an hour a few times a week...or going there for that one item you keep forgetting and using that as an excuse to walk the store to see whats new...lol and finding yourself a hobby or 2 that really express that part of you that you never knew existed.....hint hint...you get the idea!:redface:

I am about 2 weeks shy of 5 months and I still have a bit of soreness. I do agree with one of the previous posts that it does depend on you. I have always been sensitive to pain and the least little head ache that another person may not notice...I do...lol It's definately understandable to be nervous about the small details as I am too...but knowing your body will certainly make you feel alot more comfortable :redface: As for the Protein shakes.... try adding fruit or a tablespoon or two of yogurt and or sugar free Jello pudding!!:crying: Banded December 31, 2008 (what a way to bring in the new year)

I have Fibromyalgia also and I must admit; being in so much pain for so long I stopped taking all medication because it didn't seem to ease the pain. It all made me very sleepy and depressed. The only time I didnt hurt is when I was asleep. I did realize that while taking Lyrica I gained alot of weight really fast. It was a personal decision for me to stop taking Lyrica a couple of months prior to having surgery and when I did in all of 2 weeks maybe I lost 20 pounds. My husband has Neuropathy and he takes it because it is supposed to ease the pain in his nerve endings....but it made him gain weight as well and quite franlky the weight is worse than the actual disease because your adding more stress to the joints and muscles. Since being banded on December 31st 2009 I have no pain. I do however still have the irritable bowel and bladder symptoms.....when I feel a little stiff I go to the hot tub and do a little stretching. that seems to do the trick.:cursing:

I have been hiding in the shadows for the past couple of months and i must say, i've learned a lot of things that otherwise would have made me second guess myself:ohmy: first impression... you all are great. it takes a great deal of pride and patients to post your thoughts and concerns in a way for others to understand and relive....alot of times i can pick up what i've read here and related that to most of my questions and concerns. I was banded on December 31, 2008 my beginning weight was 363 and i'm down to 325 now and barely inching down:wink2: PATIENTS...LOL i look forward to interaction with each of you during my journey. Take care!!