bigbarry1

hey I'm sorry your having a difficult time. Mine was temporary after a week all was ok. the best ideas are chew chew and then chew some more, take small bites and make sure it takes you about 30 minutes to eat. talking to the nurse or doc is very nessesary to address any problems before they become big problems. it's been a long time since my problem, I've had to band now for 1 yr 6 mnths 470 to 255 feeling like the energizer bunny. good luck and be patient bjt

Banded 2 9 09 all went well but. I haven't thrown up at all and I am not nauseated at all. but every time i eat or drink I have a sharp pain in the center of my chest and back, it comes about 10 seconds after I swallow, it last only about 15 seconds but it is rather uncomfortable. Is this normal If it is how long before it gets better? bjt.:biggrin:

Hope everyone is doing great. This is really a learning process, but it was worth it. Down 28 in 38 days. I had a fill on 3/9 but having a little trouble swallowing since fill, scheduled for follow up on 3/19 .

Linda, hang in there, I know it may be hard to believe now but it does get better each day. I had my band on 2 9 09 and I didn't think that it would get better but after getting feed back from others at the site, I can honestly say it does get better. Keep reading and bouncing things off others and you will be surprised how much info you get. You are stronger than you think and your worth the challenge. Remember nothing fast ----- last!!! bjt:thumbup:

Hey I was banded 2 9 09 and I feel really back to normal except for some pain when swallowing. I have no port pain and no upset stomach. I don't think anyone is a sellout here, everyone has a common goal for a better and more healthy life. Nobody is judgemental at the person who uses cigarette Patches or stents in the heart. This is our tool if we choose to use it we will be successful if we don't well let's not go there. I respect and support everyone at this site. I have been so well informed and I feel people have my best interest in mind. I wish all newcomers much success in your journey. Remember nothing fast _________ last!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:thumbup:

hey, thanks for the advice , I haven't eaten anything solid just yogurt and protein shakes , but my neighbor said he had the pain for about a week and a half. He thinks my problem is that I not really expelling any gas. Talked to the RN she to take smaller sips and a little less, she thinks I'm still swollen and irritated today is just day 4 but I have no incision pain at all and still no upset stomach so I'm greatful for that. bjt:mellow:

I had some problem I never felt like I had to go and when I did I had alot of hesitation. But they gave me Bumex and I went like a race horse. Seems to be getting back to normal now.Banded 2 9 09 bjt:mellow:

Hey , I was banded 2 9 9 I am to having alot of gas pressure when I swallow but it's getting better. You will meet alot of nice people here with alot of good advice from experience. I wish you continued success. bjt:thumbup:

Hey, had band 2 9 9 in new orleans food capital of the world, would do it all over again. 7 day prep was hard but I did it and it helped alot Doc said my liver looked great. Not much pain except when swallowing but getting better. no panic attack on the way to O R Just nice people, did swallow test 2 10 9 all ok came home 12pm :thumbup:

Hey good luck tomorrow, I'm being done to on the 9th to. still nervous but have come to far to retreat. It's a start of a new life. bjt:redface:

nessie I'll be in touch after surgery good luck bjt

Doc said to tell nurse of any worries so hope that helps

I am also scared about anesthesia but i really hope not to have a panic attack on the way to the O R Big day Feb 9 th

Feb 9th will be the beginning of a new life, Started journey 1/1/2008 470lbs now 369lbs, been on liquid since 2/2/09 I'm still really nervous about surgery Mon but I have come to far.I have seen cardio , pulm, gastro and urologist all say green light, Have also been walking 2 miles a day since 5/2008 to minimize risks. Still scared about anesthia and trip to O R

hey , time is passing anyway so six months will to . when paying cash I heard 3 to 4 weeks I had Aetna and it took six months but this time has given me much knowledge Feb 9 is the big day we will all win this battle

Hey I'm down here in Cajun land you will get good support here all people with common goals . As far as insurance, bill a good case list all health problems and all past diets , get pcp to write letter to the company. It takes time but time is going by anyway. good luck:thumbup:

Hey I really appreciate everyone's support. Today I talked to a surgical nurse and she told me that my concern about being put to sleep is normal and the fact that i have already lost 67lbs on my own is a big plus. Also all cleared by cardio, pulm, and gast. support group is also very helpful. 30 females 1 male just I'm lucky:redface:

Now that I have a date, I seem to be getting nervous and stressed.I have faith in the surgeon but I'm scared about the anesthesia. and being put to sleep.