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I agree, it's more about your health and how you feel. I don't think any bmi calculator can accuratley tell each individual what their weight should be. I'm 5' 5.5" tall and have only been as low as 140 in my adult life. I feel pretty good at that weight and if I got a tummy tuck and a boob lift [when I weigh 140] I think I'll be right where I want to be. My bmi will be in the low 20's, so that will be good too. Hopefully the blood pressure issues will be gone then too!

Love that dress!! You'll be in it in no time! Hopefully I'll look as good in one!

It all depends on where you get them. The OCC gives free fills to their patients and offer fill packages for transportation and if you stay, hotel expenses.

I live in a small town about 10 minutes from Penn State.

I might get to meet you Sandy, I'll be at the OCC around noon on the 29th for my second fill! Congrats on your surgery date! :yes:

The fills are a breeze, I've had one so far. I go for my second on the 29th. The doc's at the OCC don't numb the port area, no need, it really does not hurt! The actual port [the area where they inject the saline] is about 3 inches below your port scar. [That probably varies a little on everyone.] They are so good at the OCC that it took the doc the time to say "1,2,3 it's in".. and that was it!! It's done under fluro [at the OCC, not all doc's use fluro] and you can watch it all on the TV screen. It's really cool! He gives you barium to drink and you watch it pass through your band. As far as food goes, everyone's different. Some can't eat bread products at all. I can right now, need that second fill! With any food, you have to chew really well and eat slow. When you call the OCC and tell them your story, health issues and all, they can tell you if you're a candidate or not. [i can't see why you wouldn't be.] They'll send you forms to fill out and fax back to them and it just progresses from there. That's the nice thing about the OCC, no hoops to jump through! You pick your date with the center and before you know it, you're on the Band wagon! Best wishes Kelsey, you'll do fine. Darlene

So because of this rider, I'm screwed?

YOU GO GIRL!!! [And Hubby too!!!] =D> =D> =D> :lb24: :lb11: :lb10: :lb16: Prayers... aren't they amazing?!!! P.S. Right back atcha!!

Consider the prayers sent!! I KNOW the frustration!

Mine too.... it's my Hubby's. His particular policy doesn't cover weight loss surgery and they turned my claim down. I was wondering if there's any legal way that I can MAKE them reimburse me for at least part of my surgery? Any help would be greatly appreciated!!

You sound like me, I'm all about tee shirts and shorts and could care less about fashion. I just bought a new Penn State tee shirt in a size large and it's too tight. {meant to do that} Hopefully it'll fit soon......

Please let us know how it goes stormy, I hope the news is good!! :yes:

As a matter of fact, I just got a rejection notice from Hubby's insurance company. They don't cover any weight loss surgery so they won't reimburse me for any of the expense. I was hoping they'd at least give me the testing costs. They put a little reminder at the end of the notice stating that they don't cover having excess skin removed after weight loss either. Jerks! Good luck Paula, I wish you the best!

Can't see any of them!!

Welcome Kelsey! I know you have alot of questions, we were all a little nervous and afraid before surgery. Have you read Dr. O's book "Lap band for Life"? It's a good book and can answer alot of questions. [i got mine from Amazon.com] Cassy is one of Dr.O's teenage patients and her story is in the book. Did you see her on the Oprah show? They're supposed to rerun the episode some time in August, look for it. She a very smart beautiful girl who's about 19 now and had wonderful success with the band. Her and her Mom post on here, very nice people. I'm in my 40's, so I can't give you the teen angle of the surgery, but I will say that I wish I could have been banded at your age! It would have saved me from alot of crap.... I'm sure you know what I mean! You'll be in the BEST hands with your surgery, I promise. If you have any questions, just post them, there are alot of wonderful people on this forum!! Best wishes, Darlene

Hello maddy and welcome to the forum! It sounds like you may need an unfill, you should always be able to drink without any problems. My Doc who did my fill stressed that, you should never have a problem with fluids. I think you should call your Doc right away and tell him what's going on. You don't want to get dehydrated! Please post and let us know how you're doing, Best wishes, Darlene

Had the soreness for weeks. Also had a pulling or tugging feeling from the inside. I emailed Dr. O and he said it was normal, just part of the healing process. Do you have the catching or lump feeling under your left rib? Normal too, I had it for weeks! Just watch for redness, swelling or discharge from the port site. Best wishes, Darlene

I would think that some would have to stay in the tubing..... 1cc isn't very much for a first fill, are you feeling anything? i got 1.8cc and felt it for maybe a week.

Thanks Julie, I'll check into that!!!

Now I can see.... What a difference!!!!!!!! =D> =D> =D> :lb24: :lb10: Great job!!

Hi new guy!! Welcome to the forum and congrats on your up comming surgery in TJ!! The OCC is the best, no worrys!! If you have any questions, just post.... I know that there's not alot of guys on here but we ladies will be here for ya! Where's WillT.... help this guy out! Best wishes, Darlene

Stupid question..... what's a gastro Doc? I'll look them up and call in my area, but what are they, what do they specialize in? Do you mean docs that do lapbands and gastric bipass? Thanks, ahead of time, Darlene

Ya Mona, you'll have to let us know how you're fill goes on Wens.!! Aren't you afraid to go to your sisters Doc after what happened to her????!!! I would be! Bless your heart, you're brave! Good luck Wens!! Fingers crossed for the sweet spot!!

I'm dancing the "Happy Dance" for you right now!! :girl_dance: It's what we all wish for and I hope your's lasts a long, long time!! :yes:

It's hard to believe that they're hiding under there, huh??!! My hip bones are under there somewhere!