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My husband and I are in the process of moving. Because we had been working so hard on the house, he decided to order pizza for him and the kids. There was nothing else (Protein wise) that I had available to eat, so I decided a 1/2 slice of pizza would be okay. I took baby bites and ate the whole freaking slice including the crust!!!!! In my opinion this should not have gone down so easlily and I should have gotten full on just the 1/2 slice! I am really upset because I have been so strict with myself for two months and have done great on the weight loss. I am thinking that I need another adjustment (have only had 1 but it was only 1cc on Oct 5). Will the do an adjustment within 4 weeks of the last? I am so upset about eating that piece of pizza you have no idea!

Even though you seem disappointed in your fill results, from your diet ticker, you have lost 39 lbs and that is fantastic!!!!! You don't want to be over filled. I have heard that is a nightmare! Slow and steady wins the race. Great job so far!!! Be proud of yourself.

The only regret I have is waiting so long to have it done. I am 7 weeks out and down 30lbs already. I was banded on Wednesday and back to my desk job on Monday and only took the pain medication for 4 days. I get upset sometimes when I watch TV and every single commercial is about food. I am VERY strict with my diet and do not allow myself any cheats. I aim high on Protein and low on calories. I began walking 1.5 miles per day starting the second week after surgery. I feel really fantastic. The only thing is that my menu is limited because I don't eat red meat, chicken I have twice a week and if I dont cut it down real small I do get the "stuck" feeling. I eat a lot of fish (tilapia) because it breaks down real nice. I have not been out to dinner since having the surgery and I miss that, but I am saving a lot of money!!!! lol Bottom line.....well, my bottom line is shrinking!!! No Regrets!!!!

Since having my kids and a hysterectomy I just continued to gain weight. Yes, much of my doing, but also a hormonal thing as well. I have tried every diet out there, Weight watchers, south beach, body for life, slim fast, nutrasystem, slenderlife (like LA weightloss). I would lose 20 lbs and gain 30, lose 20 gain 25. I finally ballooned up to 255 and had severe problems with hips, knees and ankles. I was tired of playing games, so when I discussed my concerns with my doc he suggested the band and said I was a prime candidate for one. I have no regrets other than not looking into this sooner!

I had my first fill on 10/5 and I am still filling hungry as well. I only got 1cc and am thinking about asking him on my next appointment for another adjustment even if just 1 more cc.

You know it's funny, I lost 10 lbs pretty quick and then slowed and plateaued. When I brought in the mushy foods I stopped losing and actually gained a little after going to solids. I am now losing a pretty steady 2 lbs a week. Just give yourself a chance. Every little bit you lose is a good thing. Slow and steady wins the race!!! Best of luck and keep your chin up and dont give up!

I have to agree Heather. You can not compare yourself to others. Metabolism varies by individual. I suggest a food tracker that will assist you with calorie and Protein intake. You need to be sure that you are getting enough protein. I use www.fitday.com I love it. I input every single thing I put in my mouth so that I can get a physical view of what I am doing. I do limit my calories to 1200 or under a day. Even if your body goes into starvation mode, eventually it realizes that the additional calories are not coming and it will start to react. Since you can not exercise you really may have to limit those calories. Dont use your knee as an excuse for too long. Once you can get even just some light walking in...do it. It can be very easy (especially if you hate exercise) to be complacent and not do it. Besides, once your knee heals, you will have to rehab it and get the muscles around it stronger again, just dont push it. I wish you the very best of luck doll!

I was banded on Aug 25, 2010. I have not yet vomitted once. I have gotten stuck about 4 times, but remained calm. When and if you do get stuck the first thing you need to do is NOT panic. I have learned a lot from this forum and two of those things were that if you get stuck, DONT DRINK ANYTHING to try and get it to go down (this will just make you want to throw up worse)stand up and flap your left arm like a chicken (yes I did just say that) it has worked every time I have gotten stuck. The other one I heard was to keep papaya enzyme chewables at your reach at all times (purse, desk, home, car). It is a digestive aid. I got stuck last night and I just stood up kind of walking around my house breathing, flapping, took two enzyme pills and after about 10 min it all went down. The reason I got stuck was because I was eating too fast, didnt cut it small enough and did not chew long enough. You do need to pay attention. I refuse to throw up and I have not done it once yet. Not everyone throws up and it is not going to make you a belemic if you get this surgery. You just need to pay attention to what and how you are eating and you wont get stuck and you wont throw up!

I wanted to welcome any of the folks that I spoke to at Dr. Gritsus' office in Paquannock, NJ last evening. As I said, this forum is fabulous to view others' experiences and to ask questions that may be lurking. I encourage you to also visit the post op section to ask some questions and view some threads too. Just remember everyone's experience is different. Welcome to the journey! :biggrin:

Don't laugh but I ate baby food. It's the perfect consistency and portion size. I liked the gerber mixed veggie and beef and added a small amount of salt and it tasted like vegetable soup!!! Chobani Greek yogurt and EAS myoplex premade choc shakes. sugar free jello, sugar free icepops.

I have been burping a lot. I do have a lot of gas too, but I notice that it is mostly in the morning as I am waking up. Thank God my husband thinks it's funny and not gross!!! ; ) I have starting taking papaya enzyme and gasX chewables to assist. The burping happens at work, but I try to keep it real long and low so it doesnt just burst out and embarrass me!

The first two weeks are pretty hard, but commit yourself to it. Dont give up or have regrets. Once you can start bringing in the softer foods, the hunger will lessen and once you start shrinking your stomach, the hunger will continue to lessen. Once you are on solids, just be sure you get enough protein, eat slow, chew good and it should keep you full for a while, then add in the protein drinks you should be sipping on all day long (starting 30 min after eat) and it should resolve all your doubts. I had my first fill on Tuesday and I feel a bit more constriction even though it was only 1 cc. I have been VERY strict with my diet and am very happy I did this. Get your head in the right place and your body will follow. Stop thinking you are depriving yourself. You just gave yourself the gift of life...now live it!!!

Date Banded: 8/25/2010 Weight at surgery: 255 I took off a lot of water weight in the first two weeks and want to say 12 lbs came off very fast, then I plateaued a little and started walking 30 min at lunch. First fill: 10/5/2010 Current weight: 228 LIke others have said, some weeks you lose more, some less. It does not do you any good to get on a scale every day. Weekly is a better idea.

I had my surgery 8/25 and for some reason since the surgery I feel like I can cry at the drop of a hat. Not that I am sad, it can be a sweet commercial and I tear up. What is that about? I had a hysterectomy in 05, so it isnt a cycle related thing. Anyone else having this? I am just so emotional! :thumbdown:

My husband loved me when I was 150 lbs and when I was 255 and I know would have loved me if I was 300, however, I think this also has to do with his insecurities. He does not fear that someone is going to take me away from him when I am heavy because I dont go out, dont want to be seen and avoid social situations as much as possible. His first wife cheated on him so that is where the insecurity comes from, but I can not tell you how many times just before the surgery, day of and every day after he said "now you are going to be thin and you are going to leave me". I dont know how to convince him otherwise. I try to show him everyday that I am in this with him for life. What can I do?

I have Aetna and was in the same position as you. My BMI was like 38/39 and I had no comorbidity issues. They tried the three month approval and schedueld me for April 21st, nothing, then found out I had to do the 6 month requirement, Next surgery date June 9th, nothing, pushed and pushed. Finally broke through and spoke to an appeals nurse at Aetna who cared. She looked at my file and saw it was missing one piece of information. I quickly called my Dr. office, got the paper faxed to me, faxed it directly to her and she walked it to the manager handling my case. Then my case went for an external surgeon review (WHATT???), finally in late July I got notification of approval and had my sugery August 25th. I started this whole process in Oct 2009!!! I did it though and I have no regrets that I did. I am 6 weeks post op and down 26lbs already!!! Have faith and keep pushing. If they require more info from your doctor you stay on top of him until it is sent in proper format. The insurance companies do not want to pay for this surgery and they will push it off as long as possible hoping that maybe your policy will end or you will give up trying. Dont give up!!!! Push hard and dont take no for an answer.

I loved your story. Being heavy has destroyed my self confidence. I dont want to leave the house or participate in anything. My kids are not enrolled in sports, I do not volunteer my time at the school and I avoid all social situations where I may run into someone who used to know me (I was always thin until about 10 yrs ago). I always feel like I am the heaviest person in the room where ever I go, parents night at school where we have to sit in our kids desks (right, that's going to happen), class concerts (barely fit in the auditorium seats). I know it is just me doing this, but I always feel like people stare at me because of it too. Being heavy has kept me from living. I had my surgery 8/25/10 and am already down 27 lbs. I feel better and am ready to start changing my behaviors that kept me cooped up!

Precious, How is it going? Were you able to find the stuff and view the websites? Just checking in.

I use www.fitday.com Here are a few days samples: 09/21/2010 Olive oil chicken, leg (drumstick and thigh) coffee creamer Isopure juice Yogurt, plain, nonfat milk Egg, whole, boiled 09/17/2010 coffee creamer Chicken, breast, roasted, broiled, or baked Isopure juice Yogurt, plain, nonfat milk Salmon, raw 09/16/2010 Egg, whole, boiled Baby mixed veggie and beef coffee creamer Isopure juice Gerber Sweet Potatoes Chicken, breast, roasted, broiled, or baked 09/15/2010 Egg, whole, boiled Yogurt, plain, nonfat milk Jello Baby mixed veggie and beef Isopure juice coffee creamer V8 vegetable juice You can enter foods that you cant find so long as you have the nutrition info. I use this site if I need help with nutrition info: Nutrition facts, calories in food, labels, nutritional information and analysis – NutritionData.com It is really helpful in the beginning to track what you are eating until you get into a routine. Hope that helps!!

Please let me know what the doc says. I am interested to know. Thanks! ; )

Congratulations on the surgery. Yes, it was kind of stupid for the dr. to prescribe a large pill. I had a small round one and used a pill cutter to cut it in half. The other issue is that you have no solid food in your stomach to absorb the pill and that also might be causing nasea. I only used my pills for about 3 days and then just used tylenol. Really the only pain I had was the gas that remained inside after the surgery. Always good to call the Dr. Good luck!

I also feel bloated a lot, like I am "backed up". Sorry to be graphic.

I am so sorry you are feeling so miserable. I was uncomfortable for maybe a week, but it did subside. I did not have any Fluid in my band until my 6 week appointment (yesterday). I was a little uncomfortable yesterday, but am feeling great again today. Try not to panic. You did this for a reason. You might be mentally making things worse and giving yourself panic attacks. Just think confidently that this discomfort will pass and you WILL be successful with the band. I wish you the best of luck.

Onenuttynurse, What do you make with tofu? How do you prepare it? You peeked my interest!!!! I love a new food adventure! ; ) Tyna

To be honest, I have not been normal since having the surgery 8/25. I have been taking some miralax to help, but I dont feel like I am on any sort of normal cycle for that. I am eating plenty of protein and drinking lots of fluids. Just hoping it all works itself out.