If you have the larger band you may not get the fullness until the fill is higher. I have the 4cc band and was pretty tight for thr start. So I got the effects...
hello every one i need some help ihave been haveing some gas pretty bad and i need someone to tell me if they are haveing the same problem and if so what are...
Hi all! My name is Amy, and I have been banded since june 16, 2006. I find as many of you that I can eat more now, and am having a hard time sticking to only...
Having the same problem banded 7/19/06 every time I eat I have to take gasx. Spoke with the Nurse Practitioner and she suggested zantac or prilosec I'm going...
Hi amy do you know what size band you have? Just curios I have the 10 cc band and i have the same problem that you have I seem to be eating more than I ...
Hi Veronica: I don't know what size band I have, I just know that I got a 1cc fill on my first fill.. Water seems to be a great idea. How do you know when...
Hi everyone. I have become a new member just today and look forward to sharing with all of you. My lap-band surgery was just last Monday, Aug 21st by Dr....
... forward ... Monday, ... stages ... guys ... to ... INCISIONS ... surgery ... Big ... my "port" ... Dear Dancing Thin, I also just had my surgery 8/23 by...
... forward ... Monday, ... stages ... guys ... to ... INCISIONS ... surgery ... Big ... my "port" ... Dear Dancing Thin, I also just had my surgery 8/23 by...
Hi everyone, I am seriously considering having this procedure done but first I have a few questions that anyone can give me insight on. Does anyone regret...
... I have a few questions that anyone can give me insight on. Does anyone regret having this surgery done, what is a port, and what determines what size band...
Hi. I had my surgery June 6 and found that I was a little tender for about three weeks. After that, I have had no more problems. I hope you find it works...
Hi back to you,well the surgery is normally outpatient but on occasions you may stay over night if you are haveing it good luck to you Victoria White...
I am approaching my lap band surgery date and realize this entails a total eating change. A couple of questions are: are the protein "shakes", etc for life;...
Each person is different on what they can eat. Shakes are Not for Life, but you can use them as a meal replacement every now and again. If foods are too dry...
I agree, everyone is different. It will be a personal journey. I had my surgery on 07/24/06 and my first fill on 09/06/06. Before my fill I tolerated...
I had my lap band done in June and was off the shakes as soon as I was able to eat solid food. I do have one sometimes if I am really low on my protein....
Thanks Kate & Pat for the good informatio and CONGRATULATIONS on your weight loss. It sounds like you are both well on the way to success. I love a good...
Thanks Dorothy - glad you're doing well. It's nice to know that feeling good will soon be an experience. Naturally knee stiffness & pain limit walking...
Hi, I had my surgery was in April. I am still drinking the protein shakes-they are not bad at all-the supply all the energy you will need. Lana Gayle G...
Hello Dorothy, My name is Lana and my surgery was done in April. Lost a lot-close to 80 lbs. Here is my problem-hair loss-have you had such problems? Thanks in...
Hey all, I'm a new member to this group. Actually I'm 'jumping the gun' a bit as I have NOT had the procedure... yet. I thought it would be a good idea to do a...
HI rch - can't be of much help right now; my procedure is next week. I am "anxiously" looking forward to it and have laid in the supplies of broth, yogurt,...