Just joined this discusion group. I think I need to start getting some outside support. I have friends who have had the the R-n&Y, but the banding. My experience is quiet different. My port is oozing. I had an allergic reaction to the staples, getting better, but still itchy. I feel great. I am moving fine. I am getting hunger pains. I was told to drink more water. It does help some. I am not going to look at this as any thing more than learning. I made a difficult choice. My insurance did not pay a dime. this was mine. I did not go to Mexico. I paid alot for this. I will take all the discomfort and pain. I paid for it. I WILL make this work. Food put me in this situation. I will not allow it ever to control me again. This band is a tool. It is not magic. I have lived 53 years. I have enjoyed many marvelous meals and have every pound to show it and then some. Now I want to live and breath this incredible life to the fullest. If that means with a protein shake rather that a 10oz steak then so be it. At least I will be able to climb that up that mountain side with my grandchildren like I did with my children and show them the incredible wonders of God and His workmanship. Now, I ask YOU, is any amount a food worth that?
Lets all get together and do this thing!
Postop weight293
7days after surgery281
Feeling: Priceless