Help! Old Habits Returning!!

nfl1 · April 20, 2009

Wow, this was the reason I came to the board today...and will go to a support group tonight. I hope to get my third fill Thursday (banded 1/20, and so far have about 3.5ccs in the 14 cc band). Ever since Easter I have had more cravings than ever - I was pretty good at Easter, though I did have tastes of everything, including apple crisp, I didn't go overboard. I have successfully staved off the drive to McDonalds, ordering a Subway meatball sand., I have given in to having some Ritz baked flavored crackers and a few mini chocolates. I wish I would just feel full (except in the early morning - that is not a problem, and I'm hoping with a fill it doesn't get worse?)

NurseMelly · April 20, 2009

Hi all! I too am going through the same thing. I've only had one fill and am at 4.5 cc's. I do not have restriction so I'm dieting. I've never been stuck, slimed, pb'd or any of the sort. I do make good food choices and I exercise 6 days a week. I am losing but not as fast as I'd hoped. Unfortunately, my doctor's office won't just let you come in for a fill. They schedule them 6 weeks apart. I go in for my 2nd fill next week. I'm gonna see if he'll give me another aggressive fill. I'll keep you posted and hang in there everyone!

Miriam · April 21, 2009

Hi All,

Thanks for sharing your stories and offering advice, I am soooo grateful to know that it's not just me! I had a second fill today of 1cc to make my total 5ccs in a 10cc band. I've been having some difficulty swallowing and hope that once the feeling goes away (tomorrow???) it will lead to better restriction that I can still handle.

EmmaWang · April 22, 2009

Hi All,
Thanks for sharing your stories and offering advice, I am soooo grateful to know that it's not just me! I had a second fill today of 1cc to make my total 5ccs in a 10cc band. I've been having some difficulty swallowing and hope that once the feeling goes away (tomorrow???) it will lead to better restriction that I can still handle.

Miriam,

How are you feeling today? Are you still having difficulty swallowing? Do you have great restriction now?

Miriam · April 23, 2009

Thanks for asking, I am feeling better today after a rough night. I couldn't sleep on my stomach because I felt too much pressure. Swallowing has definitely become easier. Not completely back to normal, but getting there! I'm looking forward to Saturday when I can go back to solids to see if this restriction level is different.