12 weeks post banding

[SLO_loser 0]

I had my Lap Band on 12/29, 12 weeks ago. I lost 12 pounds in the 6-8 weeks pre op, and 17 pounds in the first 6 weeks. I had a lot of trouble in the first week with nausea, reflux symptoms, the combination of removing all the Fluid from my band at 8 d post op, and starting daily omeprazole I started feeling better within the next week. Unfortunately the removal of that 3cc of fluid from the band caused me to feel hungry again. So, basically I have been having to work at my dieting as much as before surgery. I just saw my Doctor today for my second fill and I hope that my stomach volume gets in check.

I also do not like where my port is, it is right at my waist line, so all my pants hit right where it is. OMG, my biggest problem is severe Constipation, bloating and gas, I'm trying EVERYTHING! Sound like a lot of fun, huh?

[hmm33502 187]

I hear that it is a process getting everything to an optimum level! My surgeon won't put any Fluid into my band until I am 4 weeks post op! I have been very strick about Protein intake and calorie counting until my first fill!

Good luck getting everything adjusted and getting to your goal!