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Hi, I had my appointment today, and he said I was doing great and didn't need a fill yet. I'm ok with that. I am not starving all the time. I am losing about 3-4 pounds a week, so I'll wait. Let me know how your appt goes.

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:thumbup: Hey, Glad to hear from you. I have not been feeling good this week. Im sure that I will get better. I was suppose to have an appointment Monday, but they called and cancelled said Dr. Cottingham would be in surgery all day. I will let you know how my appointment goes. You are doing great, I am proud of you. :biggrin2:

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Hey,

I went Tuesday and got my first fill. I had been hungry for about a week, and my weight loss has slowed down. It really wasn't bad, and I can definitely tell the difference since the fill. I hope this will get me going again. Let me know how you are doing. .

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Hey, it's good to hear from you. I also have had a fill and I probably need another, I have been hungrey also. My oldest brother past away on July 20th. He was 49 yrs old and had a heart attack. It has really been bad I am having a hard time dealing with his death. Please remember My family in your prayers. I know I have been eating extra but I guess it is my nerves. Keep in touch. I THINK YOU ARE DOING A GREAT JOB. Maybe I will get back on track soon.

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I'm thinking about having lap band surgery in Birmigham. I'm looking for a Dr. that accepts AT&T United Health Care. Anyone know of a Doctor that takes this insurance?

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