fergwood

I am really glad for you that the weight is now coming off quicker. My doctor said that it could take several fills to get it at the right place. It does sound like they got it at the right adjustment.

I did 2 week presugical diet and lost 21 pounds then. My surgery was on 3/11/09 and had my first fill on 4/23/09. Since surgery I have lost additional 26 1/2 pounds. Right now I am not having any trouble losing. I really haven't been that hungry. I was told by my doctor that it will get to the point where I will only lose about 1 to 2 pounds a week. Which is find with me. You just have to hang in there. It will come off.

Thanks Gwenn that is very interesting to know. I might have to give it a try. gail

Hi all, I got banded on 03/11/09. So far, I am down 41 1/2 from my highest weight. Suppose to get my first fill next week. But had a call today and the doctor needs to reschedule. So I am not sure when it will be done. I really dont know if I am eating enough. But I havent gotten to hungry. The only problem I am having is with my back especially the middle and upper back.

I just had my surgery on March 11, 2009. I too am having the left shoulder pain. I thought it was the gas. But I see people still having way after having the surgery. I dont see my surgeon till the 26th but when I go I will ask him. He'll probably will just tell me it is gas. Thanks for all the posting about this. gail

I am diabetic and have high blood pressure. I stay overnight. I would have had to stay overnight even if I didnt have other health issues.

I had my surgery on March 11, 2009. I have had alot of gas. I am glad to know that I am the only one. I have walk but am still having it. I will have to try the tea. I am not having any trouble keeping liquids down. I am drinking Whey with skim milk also to get the protein. I gain 4 pounds after surgery and havent weight again.

I am on my 5th day of liquid diet except for dinner which I can have a frozen diet dinner. I am not doing to bad so far I have lost 12 pounds. I have told the people I work with about it and they are supported. But there is always the few that say stuff that isnt nice. Also, I've had a few that say they will keep a watch on me to see the results.

Hi all, Just found out Friday that 3/11/09 is the date of my surgery. I will go on the liver reduce diet on 2/25/09. I am really nervous about it. I know this will be start of a new chapter. I have been waiting awhile for this. Just hope I can do everything that I need to do. Fergwood

Laweezmi You are so right alot of younger people think you just have to diet and exercise. They don't understand when you get older the body changes and it is not as easy to exercise. When I was going the pre testing I found out that i had severe sleep apnea. I didn't think it was that bad. Then found out I also had heart murmur. This isn't counting the stuff I already knew. But I am glad I have made the decision to do this. I want a better life then the way I am and the way I am going. fergwood

I am 57 and I too have medical issues too. The reason I told the people I work with and friends is that they will be my support. Alot of them are really happy I am doing this and will help me if I need it. fergwood

Hi I have been open about it. I've have told my friends and also the people I work with. I do know that couple of people do not approve but at least they are still being supported. I agree with you this is not the "easy way out" I have loss weight alot and gain it all back and plus. With you I hope this will be my last battle. NO I know it will. Keep a postive about it. It wont be easy but I know I am worth it. Take care, Fergwood

Hi all I have been approved for the lap band surgery. Just waiting for the date. I am wondering how you to get 60 grams of Protein a day after surgery. It seems it will be hard.