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I have been reading and researching the entire Lap Band system for 2 years. All the literature I have read warns you have having your band too tight. I believe that is stuck in my head and that’s why when I go to get my fills I am so nerves. I went to get a fill on August 2, 2011. I don’t feel any different than the day before I went to the appointment. I can almost eat anything but; I just make myself stop because I really want this to work. I can guzzle water after a workout better than before. I feel as if I have had a un-fill; I am scared that my band may not be in the correct place. I have so many things running in my head. Not to mention that I have gain 3 lbs since my fill. I want to call the Doctor but I don’t want to be panic for no reason. I am not in pain, I can eat and I am gaining weight. I walk 3 miles a day, workout 4 times a week, I eat very small portion only because I use the portion plates. I just don’t know what direction to go. I don't know how much is in my band... what size is my band.. and my Doctor don't seem to be open to discussing those questions. Any advice?

Thanks all. Kelly my goal was to lose 75 lbs I am 5"8.. I work out so hard and to weight myself in see the numbers go up... Oh its hurts my heart. I mean I feel no restriction, I don't want to throw up everthing I eat. But I do want to feels some restriction from this million dollar equipment. LOL Gaining weight is not an options.

I am going crazy! The weight lost has completly halt. Yes. I am getting very upset For the last 3 weeks I have been at the same weight. I have been working out like a mad woman yet, no change.. My eating habits appear to be good. I do the three meals a day, I don't eat beef or pork, I don't drink soda or coffee. I have only had one fill since the surgery, and my appetiate has change I offened sleep, clean or workout to avoid eating. I am scared to eat anything, I believe I am just going crazy trying to make my band work.. Maybe I am rushing things I don't know.

Thanks all... I was just getting use to the weight falling quickly.

I three was banded on June 8th. and when I woke up I felt as if i had an heart attack. That Gas pain was the worst. I had to stay overnight because I couldn't keep nothing down and I was in such pain from the gas. It was in my shoulder and in my chest. I must agree the hungry pain are coming back and all the liquid food are so sweet I am needing something salty. I cant wait to eat some new. Well lets do this Banders.

Well all I am officaly a bander. The surgery went great however, I woke with the worst gas you could ever imagine. I am still a little sore. But I am trailing the path

Well today is my day to receive my long awaited lap band. Pray for me guys, for I have already prayed and I know God will take care of me.

Day 3 of the liquid diet and you guys & girls were all correct. It's getting better I want say I have complete overcame the shakes for some textured food. However, i think I am going to live on day one I didn't think I was going to make it. LOL I must say this protein shakes are keeping me gassy.But other than that I am have no complaints. Come on June 8, 2011.. As I travel this journal I am learning more about my love for food...

Hello Lapband World, I writing today because I need a little encouragement. Today is my first day for the liquid diet and I am starving. Not to mention my office order out for lunch. I know I have to do this and why I am doing this but just needed to vent. Why does their lunch smell so good?

Thanks everybody.

While in Vegas received an email from the surgeron stating that I have been approved and my pre-op date will be 5/27/11 surgeron appt 6/1/11 and surgery date is 6/8/11. I am so excited and yet scared too. I know this is for me I have been thinking and praying for years about this surgury it was until I had a breast reductions that I realized that I really don't like this muffin top I have. LOL I have been though a lot in the last 3 years and I am ready for the new me. I know I am going to have some struggles but with God on my side I know I am going to make it.

This Lapband process has been one long and emotional process. It's has been at least 8 months since I started this process. I know it's going to be a life learning process so I guess the 8 months is preparing me. Today I received a phone call from my insurance stating that my surgery has been approved and I would just need to call my Doctor to schedule my surgery. My stomach dropped, I was excited yet nervous at the same time. This approval came 2days after I had to call the Doctors office, Insurance, and my primary Doctor to ask were was my status. Nobody new anything, the medical clerk told me they never received a request. After many phone calls I was told that this would be worked out. So, today I am Thankful and ready!

How long have you been off from work? I am a social worker and wondering how much time will I be scheduled off.

Wow... I am scared now!.. Do the pains feel as bad as when you can't fit in a movie theater chair? Or when you have to put your leg on a chair to tie your shoe? These are the pains I am having. If getting the lap band is worst than the over weight pains.... I may need to reconsider. More research needed.