2fat4me Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Hi everyone, sorry I haven't updated you sooner. Many of you know that my band had nearly closed for some reason, which left me with no intake and lots of pb'ing (7-9 times a day). Well, I did go to my fill Dr. After our discussion, he decided to to totally unfill me. He stated that he couldn't say for sure why my band had closed up. He asperated 3 cc. It's just so bizarre that this just happened all at once. Needless to say, I was so disappointed I burst into tears, I just didn't want to start over. My Dr. was very, very comforting, he said, "look at it this way you are 42 lbs. healthier than you were" Folks, I was able to eat and drink immediately. . It had gotten pretty bad, I had 0 energy and was nearly dehydrated. Nothing would stay down, I couldn't even keep my saliva down. I have a 3 hour drive home now after this visit, so I got a hot n sour soup to drink on my way home and a large lemon water. yum! Oh my gosh, food, finally. It was sooooooooooo good. I can't begin to tell you how grateful I am to be able to eat now. And how good it tastes. The results were immediate. I go back Nov 11, for my first re-fill! And I do need it, I have gained about 4-5 lbs. so it is much needed. We will be in New York for Thanksgiving! and I want some control with me. I can't begin to thank everyone for their thoughts, prayers and advice. You all rock! THANKS! :-h Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaGreen Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 How scary for you! This is a minor set back and your health is much more important. So glad to hear that you are able to eat food and liquids again. > Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willi333 Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 I'm glad you feel so much better - would be interesting to know what causes the band to close up... Your health is most important in this journey and why you got the band in the first place. You'll see you will be right on track again Good luck with your next fill and keep us posted !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JazzyJude Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Hi Renee...so sorry you had such a hard time with this...but like Donna says, just a minor set back. And by your writing, it sounds like you are going to be ok and you are picking up the pace with positive motivation! GREAT! Please keep us posted on your progress and thanks for sharing this experience. It would help me and the others to know what are the options. I love the way you motivate yourself to go forward...WTG! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ackovach Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 I am so happy that you feeling better and can now eat. Nov 11 will be here before you know it. Be good to yourself in the meantime. Amy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2fat4me Posted November 5, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 thanks everyone, ya'll are awesome! You really know how to hang in there with somebody! stay tuned>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kittycat Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 Don't think of it as starting over, think of it as the healthy way of going forward with this lifestyle change. Having restriction is great and we all strive for it, but if you are so tight you can't eat, that's not healthy. I wish you luck and so happy you are feeling better and still pumped to continue your journey!! Take care! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jann Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 I am SO glad to see you finally found some resolution! Good for you. Here's to happy band living once again! Jann Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrty835 Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 I am SO glad to see you finally found some resolution! Good for you. Here's to happy band living once again!Jann Glad to see you back Jann. I've missed you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jann Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 Glad to see you back Jann. I've missed you. Thanks Hun! It's good to be back! 54 POUNDS DENISE! OMG! HUGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Jann Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrty835 Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 I know I'm a whole new person(well really a half new person) ha ha ha You are also doing great. I just love my Band. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2fat4me Posted November 6, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 6, 2008 Hey Evette, Look at you, you look great...I have got to get some to help me with getting some pictures up. Can any out there explain that to me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bandgroupie Posted November 6, 2008 Report Share Posted November 6, 2008 Renee! Sorry about the problem you experienced but so glad you were able to get to your fill/unfill doctor. I hope your "first" fill goes well Hugggs!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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