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Hi, I was banded June 18, 2007 and have lost 115 lbs. I've been having problem with throwing up and an uncomfortable feeling in my esophagus. I went for an x-ray and the doc said that the band had slipped up. This is very unusual he said. He said he thinks I need to have the band removed and repositioned and may have to take it out if the stomach is damaged too much. I have mixed emotions about this. Have been trying to keep out of surgery. Been having acid reflux and heartburn but taking medicine for this. Has anyone heard of this are going through the same thing?? Please Help!!

Just wanted you to know that I had a similiar experience with the band. I have been banded since July 18, 2007 and have lost over 100 lbs. I feel so good. I have had bouts of coughing and throwing up every 5 - 10min all night long. It got to the point that I was dehydrated. I went to the doctor and got the fill taken out and was fine after that. Got x-ray to check if the band had slipped. Everything was fine. Got the fill put back and a few weeks later I had a bad cough and was throwing up a lot a mucus again. It was like bronchitis. It got to the point that I could not keep anything down and it felt like the food was in my throat and wouldn't go down. It would take about 4 hrs. Went to DR and they remove the fluid again that they had put back in the time before. It's been about 4 days and can finally eat. In fact, as soon as the fuild was extracted I felt better. I will diffinitely be cautious about the fills that I get in the future. The PA said that my insides were irritated from coughing and may have caused the stomach to swell and make the band tight. I could not have lost the weight without the band. It is a wonderful invention (tool)!! You just have to listen to your body and have a doctor or PA to call on. It is a learning experience and everyones case is different.

It's been 16 months since surgery and I've lost 103lbs and feel great! I do have trouble with the 3 Golden Rules and boy do I pay for it. Does anyone know what happens when you have a band slip or an erosion?? I'm kind of worried about it. The last time I went to the DR. he said to be careful because I could cause a band slipage. I've been having trouble with acid reflux and take Prevacid. At night when I go to sleep I tried not to eat and it still comes up and I start to cough. Sometimes it's non stop; every 20 min. Then I'll go several days and everything is okay. Still get the acid reflux. Also take Gaviscon.

I have the same problem. My fill didn't click in until about 3 weeks later. Had only 2 fills in a 10cc band. (2 1/2cc) Some things I have no problem with , like soups and things with gravy and crunchy stuff. Sometimes I can only have a small amount and get a burning and hurting sensation. I know I must have ate to fast or too much. I was banded June 18, 2007 and I'm still learning what and how to eat. I guess I'm a slow learner.

Hi! I'm right there with you. I went from a size 22-24 to a size 18. It feels wonderful!! I'm taking in some of my old clothes but they don't look as good as the new ones. I was banded June 18 and have lost 68 lbs, 20 before surgery. I have had 2 fills and the second didn't take affect until about 2 weeks after. How much are you eating at one meal? If it's soft food, I can eat 1 to 1/2 cups, but if it's meat or chicken just about 3 oz. Popcorn - no problem, crunchy things - no problem.

Hi! I was banded June18, 2007 and have lost 68lbs. 20lbs was before surgery. I was filled twice. The second time I didn't feel restriction until about 2 weeks later. I'm learning to eat slower and chew more. I have had PB and they do hurt. Don't want that to happen if I can help it. What is so strange is I can eat popcorn and have no problems, but meat gives we problems.

Hi, Haven't been on in a long time. I was banded June 18, 2007 and doing great! Lost 68 lbs. Saw the Nutritionist today and she said that I wasn't eating enough protein and shouldn't have crackers. Should be eating 4 small meals a day. I find it hard to fit all that in. Lately when I eat meat or chicken I PB, but anything else I can eat as much as I want. I thought that if I wasn't hungry I shouldn't eat. I drink a protein shake in the morning which is about 40 grams of protein and then eat lightly the rest of the day. Crackers and cheese, vegetables, fruit etc. What do the rest of you eat?

I believe there is a support meeting next Wednesday in Houma. I hope to go if I'm feeling okay. Hope to see you there.

Hi everyone! Surgery was on 6/18/07. Still have pain around the port area and have pain when I breathe deep. Is this normal?? Feel like I have alot of gas pain also. Looking forward to feeling normal. I sure can tell I have the band. Taking each day as it comes and trying to figure out what my body is trying to tell me. Have not been able to get all the protein and liquids in since I have that bloated feeling. Any suggestions??

Well, I'm back. Had surgery on Monday. Still feeling sore by the port area. I'm trying to get use to how I feel with the band. I'm feeling bloated but not drinking very much at all. I have a pain in the left side of my back. Is this normal? Also, what would it feel like if the band sliped. I have a pressure in the middle of my chest also. Is this the pouch overfilled? Just drinking liquids and jello.

Well, one more day of pre-op liquid diet and Surgery on Monday. The time is finally here. A little nervous and excited. Love this site. Such inspiration!! I sure hope I can do as well as all of you.

I'm on the pre-op diet also. I have 3 more days till surgery on 6/18. This has been the hardest thing I have ever done. I was determined I would do this. I consumed about 500-550 calories a day of liquid protein (Whey protein from Walmart and Unjury protein ) and jello and popsicles. Bouillon was a treat. Can't wait to go forward and get on the road to recovery. Good luck to the people on the pre-op.

Hi, I'm down the bayou from Houma. I'm having surgery on June 18 at Oschners. Wanted to have surgery in Houma with Dr. Rau but they didn't take Medicare, because they were not a Center of Excellence. Today is my 7 day of a 2 week liquid diet. Hard, but I'm taking it one day at a time. Will be going to the support group in Houma. Went to a few and really enjoyed them. Might have me you at one of them.

<p><p>Whoever asked about the protein, I use Unjury and Body Fortress, Whey protein, chocolate and vanilla. It is delicious!</p></p> You can buy the Whey Protein at Walmart. It's about $12.00. Unjury is $17.00 and you get half as much.

Hi, Rhonda Thanks for responding to my post. Yes, it does make me feel better to know someone is going through the same thing. I guess even if you are eating at least one meal you are still hungry. That's why I like this site. So sorry to hear about your Mom. This is a very emotional time anyway. Be sure that your Mom would have wanted you to do this for yourself. I am very motivated also, and will do this! I know my breatheing will improve along with everything else. At night is when I eat the sf popsicles and Jello. Jello really helps because its something to eat. Oh, chicken and beef bouillon is great also. I'm having great results so I guess I shouldn't complain. My neighbor asked me the other day if I would like a sf snowball. It was delicious. banana Would love to keep in touch with you. I will continue to keep reading as much as I can . I look here everyday. Who told you about the metracal? Talk to you later. cb

FYI Hi! My surgery date is June 18 not 19. Anyone else on just liquid for their pre-op. This is really hard. I'm going to do this and take it one day at a time. Anyone have a helpful hints on getting through this part of the process??

Is Calorie King FREE??

Hi, this is my 4 day of 14 on the pre-op liquid diet. This is very hard. No solids at all. Only 3 Protein shakes and all the sf drinks and Water I want. I'm tried of drinking sf drinks. Everything is sweet except the broth and water. It leaves a bad taste in my mouth. I know it will be worth it, and I'm taking it one day at a time. Wish I could have a salad or veggies. Good results : 10 lbs in 3 days.:clap2:

I'm on day 3 of my pre-op liquid diet. This is the hardest thing I have ever done in my life. 11 more days to go. I went out and got some sf gum so I would have something to chew on. I hope it is allowed. I'm just trying to keep busy and not think about it. It just I'm so use to planning meals for my husband and I and now I don't have to do it. He said he would take care of his own meals. I'm looking forward to when I can cook again and eat some veggies and fruit. I keep looking to the future and think about the 100 plus lbs that I will lose. I know it will be worth ever bit of the pain and hunger. It you have any suggestions to get through these 11 days, please let me know.

Hi! Started my Pre-op liquid diet today! I sure hope it gets easier as the days pass. Surgery is June 18. I know this is important for the surgery and I will do it! Any helpful hints are welcomed!!!

I'm thinking about the same thing. I'm 20 days away from banding and I keep thinking about the lifestyle that we lead and hope that I can do this. I'm also worried about being on a 2 week liquid diet. I know all this is because I am afraid of the unknown. This site really helps when a am feeling this way. People with the band say this is normal for us to feel this way. I also worry about the skin problem. I figure I'll cross that bridge when I get to it. Are you on a liquid diet and if so how are you doing.

Haven't been banded yet(June 18, 2007), but am trying out the protein shakes. Tried Unjury and it is very good but expensive. Has anyone tried Body Fortress Whey Protein from Walmart? It is half the price and it is delicious!

I'm on June 18th also. Excited and nervous!!

Has anyone tried Whey Protein by Body Fortress? Walmart sells it and the Nutritionist said that was a good one. It is delicious! I found it in Vanilla and Chocolate. Cost is about $11.00. I use 6oz of skim milk and 1 scoop of powder and a glass of ice cubes. Blend and enjoy. I've also order Unjury and it's good also. They have a powdered chicken broth and a unflavored kind. It can be added to anything in order to get the protein you need.

My date is June 19, 2007. Thanks for posting the calendar. I'm so glad to have this support group. I really need all of you.