fills/having trouble getting enough

[kahuna57 0]

I want to go to a private lap band doctor to discuss my problems with loosing the rest of my wt. I live in Richmond Tx. I have to fight to get enough of a fill after have problems with menopause and mucous. Any suggestion. My surgery was done at Tru Results.

[CarrieBrownsville 55]

I recenly had a fill of 1 cc. It was too tight and I spent a week in discomfort with daily vomiting, acid reflux at night, and never being able to keep more than a few ounces of food down. I can only get to my surgeon on a Thursday and I waited an entire week before getting to him. He removed a 1/2 cc. Now I am hungry and can eat much more than the week before. I've gained 3 pounds since Thursday! Finding the green zone is the biggest challenge with a band. Once we get there, though, we will be very happy. It costs me $120 everytime I have an adjustment. I know my surgeon is doing the best he can in getting me into the zone, but it takes time to find it. I just have to be patient and do my part in not overeating. We will get there - it just may not be overnight.

[Skyvic 226]

I agree. With my 1/4 cc out I actually feel hunger pangs again....with that being said I'm making sure I get the best out if my three meals a day focusing on foods that will keep me filler longer. In hoping I can get more exercise in and drop some weight without another fill. 12 pounds to goal and I have to make a regular consistent workout routine and continue to make good choices. Maybe this is my green zone. Unsure but I don't have discomfort and getting about 1-1 1/2 cups food now but fearful about gaining after unfill... I know this is healthier this way.

[FLORIDAYS 3,040]

I want to go to a private lap band doctor to discuss my problems with loosing the rest of my wt. I live in Richmond Tx. I have to fight to get enough of a fill after have problems with menopause and mucous. Any suggestion. My surgery was done at Tru Results.

I am not sure what menopause has to do with anything... I went through it the second i was banded actually...had my last TOM the day before band surgery...LOL

if you aren't happy with your doctor then you should find another. I would make sure I tried all avenues of communication before I switched but ultimately if you find another dr who motivates you and meets your needs better than the one you have it's worth considering.

[Jachut 487]

Oh god, you're lucky. Menopause has wreaked havoc on my health and as a result my weight! I have no energy, my legs feel like lead and my athletic ability and performance has steadily declined. I don't recover and simply cannot physically handle the same number of sessions and the same intensities that I could a year ago.

I have lost muscle and gained fat, in the past six months I have gained 10lb and it's ALL gone on my bum and highs (thanks HRT). It's no mystery why ive gained, I have insatiable sugar cravings, the likes of which I've never in my life experienced, and that's really saying something for me.

I'm lethargic, listless and depressed.

I have fibroids growing in my uterus too, I suspect I'm in a terrible state if estrogen dominance, but am not sure who to turn to for help.

Menopause and hormones have a very real and traumatic part to play for many women!