Jodi2523

I was banded 5 1/2 months ago and have lost 51 pounds. I have had 2 fills. They were easy. When it came time for my 3rd fill...I chickened out and decided I didn't need one. I had lost 12 pounds the month prior so the surgeons office agreed. My weight loss has slowed but I am still losing. I have never been stuck or pb'd (I chew, chew,chew). It's getting stuck or throwing up is what I'm afraid of. I have read alot of posts on the message boards with people describing how painful it is to be stuck. I recently was in the hospital (not related to the band) and my roomate also had the band (3 years). After every meal she went into the bathroom and threw up. I don't want that to happen to me. I do have some restriction but I doubt I am at my sweet spot. I am basically not hungry that much and do stick to softer foods. I don't like meat. Anyway...I have a fill appt. coming up on Tuesday and once again I find myself chickening out. Are these feelings normal...have others struggled with this? I don't need to be told...then why did I get the band? I'm just struggling with it that's all. Any advice?

I had the hiccups slot after my surgery. It continued right up until my first fill. After that they went away. Go figure.

Hi Laura...I love dogs too. Congratulations on getting banded. How did you like your first fill? I have had two so far. They didn't do my third fill because I lost 14 pounds in a month. I have been struggling the last 2 weeks though as the scale hasn't moved. I am going to a support group on the 29th. That's a shame yours is so far away. Having a band really does require support! Message me if you'd like To chat.

It was strange...after my surgery I kept getting the hiccups all the time. After I had my first fill...they stopped! Weird

Hi...I was very nervous in the weeks leading up to my surgery. I was on LapBandTalk all the time searching the threads. My expierence with surgery was pretty good. I took 2 weeks off from work, however, I could have gone back in a week. The extra week off was nice though. I was mostly tired. I didn't have the gas everyone talks about...it mostly felt like I did a thousand sit-ups. The recovery is quick in my opinion. If you'd like to talk anymore send me a message. I'll gladly talk with you Good Luck!

Hi mama c...I was really nervous too but everything has gone well. I was banded almost 4 months ago and enjoying it. It is a big change but totally worth it in my opinon. Recovery isn't too long and you'll be feeling better before you know it. And off to a healthier life. Good luck!

Hi! Congratulations! You will find lots of information on this site to help you through your journey. I was banded 3 1/2 months ago and am very happy. I want to welcome you to LBT.

Hi...Congratulations on your decision to have the lapband. I am 3 1/2 months banded now and loving it. I found the informational seminar to be extremely helpful. ALot of people asked questions and I got alot of answers. Of course that was before I discovered Lapbandtalk! Anyway Good Luck and welcome!

Hi! I'm in the Allentown area. Looking to talk with people from the same area...banded or about to be. I've been banded since May 26th and enjoying the band so far. Going to the support groups at Lehigh Valley hospital. Haven't been to one in a while but going to the one on the 29th. They are pretty interesting. Looking for people to chat with. Thanks!

I decided I would not chew gum anymore. I don't want to take the chance on getting it stuck in my band. I have accidentally swallowed it before I was banded so I knew it could happen. I do miss it but I'd rather have the band. Good luck!

Hi I too really considered bypass but I just couldn't do it. I went the safer route and am really happy with my decision. I am 3 months post op and have lost 41 pounds. The weight is coming off steadily and I am really happy with that. I feel really good! Good luck to you!

Hi alot of insurances require the 6 month program. As much as it was hard to wait, the program teaches you all about the band. When I was 5 months into it is when the appointment was made to see the surgeon. That took a month. My insurance was then contacted and I had to wait 8 week for my surgery. They scheduled my surgery on that first visit. So the whole thing took 8 months. Just keep thinking of the end result. Good luck!

Hi! Keep up the good work! I have also lost 30 lbs. I have only had one fill so far so I can't wait until I get some restriction. I have my next fill August 10th. It's getting harder and harder but I think I am doing relatively good. This is a great site!