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I am banded as of 06-11-08



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:lol:I got it and the Barix clinic staff was wonderful in Columbus OH I feel ok, Just a lot of gas right now and very sore trying to sip sip sip if any comments or suggestions please let me know? :lol:

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I was banded on May 20th. This is my first visit to this site. I can tell you one thing that really helped me with the gas was having my husband (or anyone) pat on my back like a baby. It helped in breaking up the gas in your body. It helped me.

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Congratulations! This is the beginning of the rest of your healthy life!!!! I too am in Columbus but had my surgery May 23, 2007 at OSU. In just one year, I'm down 80 pounds with 25 more to go. Good luck with your journey!

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glad you are doing well - my date is June 30th - anxious to hear about your journey! -Mer

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Thank you and congrats on your date good luck. I am doing ok I have alot of gas and I can't tell the diffrence in hunger pains gas pains or to full still trying to get to know my new tool.

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Congrats! Just keep walking and don't be afraid to take a drink. Dehydration is the pits. Take Care and Good Luck on this amazing journey.

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