New Bander from Houston

[babyblue71us 0]

Hi All....my name is Sharon and I was banded on July 31st, 2007. Since the surgery I have lost around 13 pounds, mostly in the first week....(gotta love those clear liquids).

I have not had my first fill yet, that will be coming on 9/15. I am looking forward to it, but I am also anxious because I do not know how my body is going to react, if I will have problems with foods, etc. As of right now...I have had no problems, but I am also more hungry than I thought I would be!

Looking forward to reading everyone's posts and getting some much needed advice during this major change in my life...

Sharon :girl_hug:

[Nettie 1]

Hi Sharon,

I am new to this site and I had my consult yesterday with my DR. Hopeing to be banded soon. Just wanted to wish you well on your journey.

[Thinner me 1]

Just stopped in to say Hi, and way to go with the 13lbs!!!! I'm fairly new here myself, but I have learned so much in a very short amount of time. Good luck and keep up the great work!!

Ang

[Iluvharleys 15]

Welcome to LBT! My fills are over with before I know it, they don't hurt me at all. It took me 5 or 6 fills before I noticed a big difference though. The first few days you will feel tighter, and sometimes it loosens up so don't be concerned if it does. It takes a little time, so don't get discouraged.

[JosieK 120]

hi sharon,

welcome to LBT. where do you live in houston and which doctor did you use?

dont worry about fills...they are "non-events"

this site is great for info....i'm glad you found it

[MelissaM79 0]

Congratulations on the 13 pounds! Where in Houston did you have this done? Who was the doctor? Self-pay or insurance?