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Kelly, Aside from the UTI from the catheter all has been well. No real pain, think my highest was a 4 on the scale. I hate the drains!! The compression thing is a pain- I think it makes me pee a lot. My wounds all look pretty good. I am glad I did it - looking forward to seeing the end result. I don't think I have stitches or staples- looks like glue. Not too sure I like my new belly button- lol

A reduction can be covered- depending on your insurace. If would depend on things like back probs, rashes, etc

Surgery done Friday- no issues. Didn't realize I was going to have a catheter (ick). When they removed catheter on Saturday ended up with a UTI (ouch) Pain pump in hospital only- home with percocet Drains are draining (gross), but pain is minimum

I had the same problem post surgery (well after the runs stopped). I have tried EVERYTHING - and tbh the best thing to resolve the situation is Benefiber (or generic alternative). You can mix it into anything and it's tasteless

Congrats on finding what may be the perfect PS for you. Good luck with your surgery. I am going on for my TT on the 26th - nervous & excited here

I have to find out if the hospital is providing a compression thing for my stomach after. I am nervous and excitited.

FINALLY - a DATE... August 26th at 7:15 am... I nearly had to kill the new girl at my doctors office because she tried to give me a date towards the end of September... but in 10 days in I go....

I have about 20 lbs left to go and my surgeon didn't mention any second about doing my TT prior to goal. I am looking forward to being rid of the flab

Been banded 14 months, total success IMO - lost 90 pounds and headed for my TT

Keeping my eyes open for a reply from you Kelly to see how you are doing )

I was actually banded twice in 36 hours because of a slip immediately. I took the liquid mess they sent home a time or 2, but was mostly pain free with Tylenol, ice packs and a pillow. I also had a 20 lb weight limit for a month. But my husband was there to help with kids- my youngest was 13 months when I was banded

First congratulations on getting banded, it was the best decision I ever made. Advice?? Hmmm, bring lose clothes to wear home, Popsicles are your friend for liquid diets, powerade zero is good!! Have pillows and ice for your tummy when you get home.

Still waiting here- and VERY FRUSTRATED with the doctor's office staff. Hopefully soon >:-( Jerzee so sorry you're having such issues

When I was banded last year people said things like,"well your not THAT FAT," and the like, my insurance company and I both disagreed with that assessment. I have lost about 85 lbs since I was banded and people tell me I look great, but when they do I still feel the need to point out my problem areas (hanging belly & bat wing arms). I think it helps me justify something. By the same token I am so proud of what I have done. It wasn't super hard either. I think by pointing out the work I still have left it helps me justify how easy the first 80 lbs came off You have done wonderfully- Celebrate your new YOU

Claire I was banded over a year ago and my best advice would be to ready your MIND for weight loss as well as your bod.

:-( sorry about your situation. I can tell you that puking from food is not all that bad - it's not a true vomit feel. I haven't the foggiest about a sick vomit or medicine vomit. I hope all goes well for you and you don't get sick

GNC sells a protein powder that is 60g of protein per shake

Congrats on getting on the Bandwagon. Remember the change isn't just your band- it's ur mindset too

I was banded June 8, 2010 and I am here to tell you that my band and I were successful. I have lost 82 lbs - in a year!! I am not malnourished or deprived. I am happy with the foods I can eat and super progress with the new and improved me. I have gone from a pants size 22 into a size 12 (loose). Next month I am going in for my TT to complete the losing part of my journey... I can't say enough about how happy I am (that's with a band slip & 1 overfill in my past). I wish everyone well on their journey, no matter which part of the journey they are on.

I have lost almost 90 lbs and while I am happier with my new size 10/12 frame, I am NOT all that happy with my hanging belly area. I am actually headed for my TT in august. I (like others) am more self-conscious now for some reason, but Spanx help. I love being able to get new clothes. I just wish I could wear a tight shirt with pride.

I use Benefiber daily. If I don't I can't go

I use www.myfitnesspal.com username mauraclegg. I have no idea what that mess I put up yesterday was

Standard- just me, the doc, a needle and a cup of water

I like www.mucky radial.com

Flipped manually?? Ouch!! I am nervous about moving my port w/ my TT this summer, but manual port flipping sounds painful