A place for bandsters in their 60's

[grsha46 0]

Hello everyone,

I am in my fifth month of being banded and I am very afraid I have blown the deal. I am hungry , I am cheating and either I can't eat enough of the correct stuff or I eat the bad stuff to excess i wonder if I got another fill , I am at 1ccon a ten cc band . I get stuffed and really can't eat met unless pureed . I am trying vegeterian ffods but am not sure how to count the food ( I am diabetic and am now on 2 different insulins ( humalog before meals and lantis at bed time .) I have only started this a month ageo. Oh I have lost 33 pounds but docs are unhappy that I am stuck there for past 3 months.

Anyone else have problems that are similar?? the dietician I see is of little help out of Dr. Kerlakian's office.

[phyllser 3]

I am in my fifth month of being banded and I am very afraid I have blown the deal. I am hungry , I am cheating and either I can't eat enough of the correct stuff or I eat the bad stuff to excess i wonder if I got another fill , I am at 1ccon a ten cc band . I get stuffed and really can't eat met unless pureed . I am trying vegetarian foods but am not sure how to count the food ( I am diabetic and am now on 2 different insulins ( humalog before meals and lantis at bed time .) I have only started this a month ageo. Oh I have lost 33 pounds but docs are unhappy that I am stuck there for past 3 months.

You haven't blown it, but you do need to get back on track! Are you eating your meat first?? It's hard to believe that you have good restriction with only 1cc in a 10 cc band. You should be able to eat your hard Protein. If you can't, I suppose it's possible you're TOO tight. But you have to be able to get your meat in, THEN veggies. Get on the "I'm Here to Help" thread in the mentors' area here. You have to be able to get ongoing support and if you can't get it from your dietician, stay plugged in here. That's essential, especially considering the problems you are having.

[jazie 0]

Just wondering if any of you long time bandsters have had any problems? For some reason I have been worrying about erosion. When I told my BP dr what I had done,(the band) he was encouraging but said, sometimes they have to be replaced. Just wondering why if there is no other problems. I had to have my port repositioned because it flipped. I am 6 months out now and doing fine. If anyone knows what causes erosion, please let me know. I will do what it takes to avoid it.

Thanks,

jazie

[2bthinagn 3]

Just reading posts and I see Phyllser's 100lb lose.YEAH for you! Congrats,what a milestone!!!

[grsha46 0]

Dear Phyllser, Where do I find the help site you mentioned I am such a goof when it comes to computers Thanks Grsha 46

[phyllser 3]

Dear Phyllser, Where do I find the help site you mentioned I am such a goof when it comes to computers Thanks Grsha 46

Any of you that need help, this is a great site. It's one of the mentors' threads and it's the "I'm Here to Help" thread.

I'm here to help... - Page 113 - Lap Band Surgery and Lap Band Discussion Forum

[ps55.16 0]

Thank you, Gayle.

I will get my band on March 18,2009. I feel inspired.

[phyllser 3]

How's everyone doing this morning?

Welcome new folks!!

I'm here to help site:

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f260/im-here-help-64725/index148.html#post1157575

[Betty Joe Williamson 0]

Hello, I am in other threads but I enjoy reading encouraging messages. When I talked to my Dr. other day about the band, his words were, "Betty, you are only 65, and, today, 65 is still very young." Again, I just renewed my desire for the band. I want to be a young 65--active, etc. and I am not now! Yes, I don't sit on my behind--I work everyday and do other things but I am dead tired at night and can't do many things that I want to do.

[Ilene62 0]

Betty Joe: Do it! I got banded at 62. I've never regretted it. My friend just had it done at 64. If it wasn't a good choice for older people, Medicare wouldn't be paying for it.

[Betty Joe Williamson 0]

Good Morning and I do appreciate the encouraging words. Two questions: It sounds as if you go back every so often for a "fill"--explain what that is and why? 2. Can anyone recommend Drs. in Alabama and Columbus, Ga. I have done a great deal of work on internet but can't seem to make a selection on the Dr. Thanks so much.

[sweetpea1 0]

i have made up my mind to do the band..i am 61 and don't want to wait any longer...i live in the western Ma area and have picked my dr ..Dr Fiallo from Springfield, Ma....i cannot wait to start the journey of weight loss...I have Blue Cross Ins so i am hoping to have my surgery by Sept...doing all the pre dr visits now....Love to hear from you all...Does anyone live near Springfield, Ma ? I am outside in a town called Agawam.

[phyllser 3]

Good Morning and I do appreciate the encouraging words. Two questions: It sounds as if you go back every so often for a "fill"--explain what that is and why? 2. Can anyone recommend Drs. in Alabama and Columbus, Ga. I have done a great deal of work on internet but can't seem to make a selection on the Dr. Thanks so much.

The band is adjustable. There is a little round port they secure in the stomach which they can access with a needle to add Fluid as necessary. The band is usually empty or with very little in it after surgery. At about the 6 week point you go in for your first fill. It usually takes several to get to your "sweet spot", where the restriction is just right for you... you can eat small portions of hard Protein without discomfort.

Suggest you look for threads for your local area to get doctor recommendations.