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So I was banded june 25 at occ starting weight 198 surgery weight 195 current 177! Had one fill 2 weeks ago 4cc in 11 cc band! Go back in 2 more weeks for 2nd fill! So right now I feel like I have no restriction felt it for 3 days after fill guess from the inflammation? Now I'm struggling and its the week B4 period! Haven't been on scale in a lil over a week but I feel like I could eat a horse. I know its only a tool and were a team (me n my band) but I guess this is perhaps wat u guys always talk about w bandster hell! If u could shed some light on what I'm goin through that would b awesome! Thanks to all

So I'm going on 17 days post op I've lost 18 #s! Wooohoo I've been starting to eat like mashed potatoes, had a hotdog w-no skin drenched in ketchup! No issues I sometimes get the "burp" which is an indication I'm full- the problem is I have to literaly remove whatever it is I'm eating cuz I feel like I could just keep going especially if I don't burp. I'm scared I will eat too much-havent pb or slimed yet? Does that only happen once u reach restriction? Or am I doing such a great job w eating tiny bites n chewing well enough? Is it normal to b able to eat now n feel like u could eat a lot-i haven't been help me please I was a little scatterbrain w getting my issues out but I know u guys understand thnk u

Hello,

I have scheduled my surgery for Sept with DR Ortiz in TJ. I have some questions regarding going back to work 7 days post-op. I am a nurse and am on my feet for 8 hours. My job permits no "light duty" and if something were to delay my speedy return to work, would I need a note from DR Ortiz or my PCP at home? Could I be fired? Would I qualify for sick leave under California law? I suppose that may be a question for my HR department, but my PCP has not been consulted about my decision to go to Mexico and get a lap band. I feel like it's a dirty little secret, but one that I wouldn't want to not have.

Anyway, just wondering if anyone has an experience, advice, or information to share on this topic...Returning to "normal activities" in 7 days post-op vs. needing more time and working it out with their employers.

Love and Success!

Gina

Well I'm a respiratory therapist n do 12 hrs like you I was banded june 25 n went back to work july 2nd 7days later! I was ok lil sore cuz I got slammed that night but nothing I couldn't handle I just couldn't help nurses with pull ups! You will be fine n I went back to work the next nite! Good luck

Hello,

I have scheduled my surgery for Sept with DR Ortiz in TJ. I have some questions regarding going back to work 7 days post-op. I am a nurse and am on my feet for 8 hours. My job permits no "light duty" and if something were to delay my speedy return to work, would I need a note from DR Ortiz or my PCP at home? Could I be fired? Would I qualify for sick leave under California law? I suppose that may be a question for my HR department, but my PCP has not been consulted about my decision to go to Mexico and get a lap band. I feel like it's a dirty little secret, but one that I wouldn't want to not have.

Anyway, just wondering if anyone has an experience, advice, or information to share on this topic...Returning to "normal activities" in 7 days post-op vs. needing more time and working it out with their employers.

Love and Success!

Gina

I'm from maryland n love crabby stuff! I love hot baked crab dip (backfin crabmeat, cream cheese, sour cream blended n baked w cheddar on top melted) watchyall think ? Also crabcakes n steamed shrimp steamed w old bay? On week 2 post op but will be vacationing at 4 weeks at maryland beach n these items r my fav

Ok so I was banded 6-25 not sure if feeling normal. Not pain I feel just pressure and weird feelings internally almost that I can't describe? And is it normal to get that "full burp?" Already? With broth or fruit iceys I get the burp n I know not to stop! And I'm nervous to take my capsule medicine sooo scared it will get stuck!