AlexandraV44

Hi everyone, I got my band a week ago on 9-21-09. I'm just recently transitioning into just drinking liquids. Just today I'm starting to feel extremely depressed. I feel like nothing will make me happy.. things I used to love just don't motivate me anymore. I guess I feel alone.. I know there are support groups and this forum that will help.. but I need support from people that have had the band and who have had success. Please tell me I didn't make a mistake. I guess it's because I'm 21.. and all my friends and boyfriend like to go out to eat all the time (but they are ALL skinny) and I'm just at a hard point right now.. I was so excited for the band, but I cant break the depression. Have any of you experienced depression in your first week - month? Can you tell me what helped you break it? I come from a family that loves to eat, and I feel like I'm making them feel guilty every time they go out or are making food because I decide to hide in my room. I don't want to be a bore to be around, I don't want to have to put my family through my mood swings.. I just cannot make myself feel the way I did when food was my comfort! I don't want to discourage anyone who is on their way to getting the band. Goodluck to you all! But - I feel so depressed, and I need some advice and support! Thank you all!! -Alex

Hi, I am feeling the same way! I got banded 1 week ago.. I'm severly depressed and I am thinking about asking my doctor about taking it out. Not now.. but when I've had it longer I might consider it. It's NOT about food in anyway. I'm so depressed I cant stop crying and feeling horrible. I have the flu.. and am constantly dehydrated. My mom keeps telling me how it was my choice and I had to live with it. But do I? Do you think the doctor will take it out ifI'm constantly feeling ill? Since monday I have been to the ER twice. I dont have the money and the time to keep going back in for dehydration or sickness. But I cant help my depression either. I'm afraid to tell my doctor about my severe depression because that might make him re-think taking my band out. After 1 week... I wont get it out. I'll still give it a try. But after a month.. I might think about getting it out. Dont worry I feel the same way as you. Did you have it taken out yet? or is your doctor considering it? Hang in there. God Bless -Alex

Hi, I was in the hospital last friday 1 week after my surgery for dehydration. Now I have the flu.. Been throwing up, and just sick!! I am feeling more depressed as the days go by. I am taking my anti depressant.. Its NOT about the food. I have no idea why I'm depressed. I just cant stop crying.. I havent had this much anxiety in so long. I cant believe that I'm feeling like this. My mom keeps screaming at me at telling me I have to deal with it because it was my decision. I dont mean to be so negative. I just feel alone.

Hi Maribella, Thank you so much for the great support! I cannot thank you enough! I am currently the exact same weight as you were! I am 5'5 237... and a size 18/20. You are my inspiration along with everyone else of course! Congratulations on your journey! you have done an amazing job and so has everyone else! It has been wonderful getting support from people who understand! Thank you again and goodluck!

Hi everyone! I cannot tell you how much you all have helped me. I want to thank you all from the bottom of my heart for replying to my post. I feel extremely emotional and was doubting my decision because no one around me knows how I feel. I have only told 3 people (mom, dad and boyfriend) about my decision. I feel like everyone here is family because we all understand each other. Your love and support means the world! Please pray that I can get out of depression and into a happy healthy lifestyle. I do think that I'm upset because I'm in the liquid stage.. once I get into eating solid foods, I should feel better. Thank you all so much again, and best luck to you all on your journeys! I wish you the best of success! God Bless, Alex

hi everyone.. another question! Can someone please tell me how to get a scale of my progression on my profile. I see a lot of you have your progression on a scale.. I don't know how to do that. Please help!! Thank You!! -Alex

Hi Everyone!! I have to tell you this has been a long journey but I'm so excited and you all keep me going!!! :mad: I got banded on Monday Sept 21.. and I am so bloated. I feel like I'm pregnant because my stomach is hard. I have been walking and drinking Water every 15 minutes as instructed. I have also taken suppositories like the doc told me. I have not passed any gas in 3 days.. it doesnt seem to wanna come out. **Nothing seems to be helping. is extreme bloating normal and how long does it last? **Also, How long after surgery do you start to lose weight? I have gained 5 lbs since 3 days ago (when I got the surgery) It's obviously water weight. ***My last question is.. I have been eating sugar free Jello along with water throughout the days.. is this ok to have a lot of sugar free jello? I don't want it to get in the way of me losing weight. Thank you all so much for your answers in advance! Goodluck and God Bless