Banded 2/20/14

[Ladybandito 516]

I am over 2 years out, and at goal. I eat all of those now, but did not eat rice or bread early on. I still don't eat a lot of them now, since the are full of carbs, but if I wanted to, yes, I am not physically prevented from eating them. Some people on here say they cannot tolerate them because their bands are adjusted tighter and that works for them. Everyone is different. But in the beginning, my doctor advised no breads or rice, and that is what I did to enhance my weight loss.

[Ladybandito 516]

My biggest challenge has been eating slowly, which is important.

I believe my appetite came back after a couple of weeks, but still not a lot, that's why I've required so few fills.

Again, everyone is different, so enjoy this not-hungry period because it does return.

I'm headed off to bed now, but will find you another day and would be happy to answer any questions you may have!

[BandedBrunette481 310]

I had my LapBand surgery two days before you and I also had a hernia repair done at the same time. I'm finally to the point where I'm not really in pain, but I am uncomfortable a lot of the time. It sounds bad, but you kind of get used to it lol once the gas pains go away you'll feel much better. I still don't feel hungry either. I feel full most of the time actually. The nurse told me that hot liquids like tea and broth are best to have if I'm in a lot of pain and to use a heating pad on my stomach/chest. It really does help! Other than that, you just have to tough it out. I've got to go back to work on the 25th so I've been weaning off my pain meds the last few days and I definitely don't feel like I'm dying anymore lol so don't worry, it gets better

[LyceeB 13]

Thanks for the encouragement. I really don't want to feel like I'm in this alone.

[Ladybandito 516]

Lycée, there's lots of info and support in this forum. Also good info on the net and YouTube as well.

I personally like the website of an AZ doctor, Dr. Simpson; you can google him, he offers lots of info.

And of course, there's all of us here.