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I would agree with Lisa. Cheez wiz is not for us! I tried to still eat the same foods in smaller quantities and am now realizing that I have to stop eating those foods to help my band help me. Cheez wiz has NEVER been something that I would eat but I would compare it to a piece of cake for me. What is the value in it? There is none. Try to remember your reason for getting the band. Help your band help you. I learned the hard way and am now on the right path. Don't start off on the wrong path like I did, it just lenghtens the time before you begin to see the new you.

Did you get a fill on the 27th? Or do you think it is your 1st fill that is kicking in?

Glad to hear everything went well Vix! Enjoy your time in TJ and remember to get some rest!

Glad to hear everything went well!

It's an interesting question. I remember a few years ago when I looked into having gastric bypass the doctor asked me several times if I was sure. He cited a patient of his that lost all of her weight and her husband wouldn't touch her because her body was so different in such a short amount of time. With him not able to adjust to the change in her body they ended their marriage. The other end of it is self esteem. Your husband has been comfortable with you being fat because in his mind no one else will want you if your fat. When you lose all of the weight and other guys check you out their self esteem issues kick in and they become jealous and possesive. This is what causes the friction. In other situations it could be that you were afraid to leave because you did not have the confidence to do it before. jealousy is a powerful emotion. We have all heard the doctor say not to be suprised that you will lose some friends after this. I do not think it is the "band" but more the outcome of the band and the pre-existing issues that causes marriages to end.

It will be an even better experience going through it with your husband. I was banded with 4 of my friends and it is so wonderful to have that additional support. You guys will do incredible and Dr. Ortiz is the best! Good luck in your journey and be sure to keep us posted on your progress.

It's great that you had the food diary to give them! Please let us know what they find. Erin

That is exactly how I would look at it. I am considering driving to Flagstaff to get a fill and was reviewing the doctor's stats. He has done 200 surgeries! Dr Ortiz has done over 6000! That is a huge difference. After looking at those numbers I would feel much better about Dr. Ortiz and the OCC! you are going to be fine. The surgery took 20 minutes total and that was with fixing a hernia.

Good luck vix! You are going to love it there and will be in the best hands!

Up your protein and take some Biotin and you should be good.

With the gastric bypass they actually reroute your intestines so that the food does not stay in your system as long so you lose weight faster. With gastric bypass you have a more evasive surgery with higher risk of complications. In addition you have dumping syndrome (google it...its not fun). In addition it is easier to suffer from malnutrition with gastric bypass because the food basically goes right through you. You can restretch out your pouch also and regain all of your weight (check out Carnie Wilson's experience). Bottom line.. You will lose weight faster with gastric bypass but with higher risk. Erin

Husbands are great aren't they! Mine wants it everyday as it is so when I'm skinny and fabulous I'm going to have to move into a nunnery to keep him off me! LOL!

My husband makes me feel sexy! No matter what size I am he wants me and shows me everyday that he loves and supports me!

Welcome back Michelle! Who do you go to in Vegas to get your fills? Phoenix recommended a doctor in flagstaff but I would really love to find someone local.

Thanks Cathy! I think that is what I'm going to do.

I'm wondering if I need another fill. I had my first fill 1.5cc in the 4cc band on August 9th. It is now August 23th and I have lost 0 lbs since my fill; and no I'm not drinking my calories. I'm thinking I need one because: I can still eat the same amount I ate before my fill I feel hungry often I'm wondering how you guys made the decision to get a fill and if there is anything else I should look for to make the decision. Erin

I didn't really have pain. It was more just really sore; I felt like someone had punched me really hard in the stomach. You walk around like your an old women not out of pain but just because your abdominal area is sore and any slight stretch or movement you feel. I had my surgery on a Thursday and went back to work the following Wednesday.

Fibercon tables...... I'm having "regularity" issues since surgery. Would taking the Fibercon help with that also?

I would email Dr. Miranda and ask her if it is okay to swap out a lean cuisine for another type of meal.

Great! I'll call and schedule a fill for October then! Thanks Phoenix!

WOW! I'm sure that leaving him behind was not an easy thing to do but from his attitude it does sound like it may have been the best thing to do. Stay stong and follow your instincts and heart. It is important that you do what is best for you and especially your kids. Best wishes.

Can you confirm if this is the right contact info? 77 West Forest Avenue Suite 201 Flagstaff, AZ 86001 (928) 773-2222

Thank all of you sooooooooooooooooooooooo much! I'm going to pour through everything and pick the ones that I believe I can mange! This forum is the best!

I am going to Glendale for the Cardinals and Cowboys game October 12 so that might work we could stop on the way and just stay the night in Flagstaff! I would LOVE for you to recommend someone there. Do they do fluro?

Joke of the day.... What do you call a doctor that graduated last in his class? A doctor! LOL!