LoriBecky

I would like to know where you got the information that the VG band is quicker to place. I've watched multiple surgeries at OCC and the VG band didn't seem to take any less time than the standard band. I'm curious now and will forward your post to Dr. O for comment. You're correct that the placement of the VG band has to do with a persons BMI but it also has to do with a persons anatomy and their height. A man is much more likely to get a VG band and a woman over 5'10" is also more likely to get a VG band. Since you are about 6' tall, I'm sure that was one of the determing factors in the band that was chosen for you. I'll let you know what I hear back from Dr. O about the "quicker placement so more surgeries can be squeezed in" theory

i have/had a really bad back problem which eased up with the weightloss and then I had an epidural injection in December. After losing quite a bit of weight they discovered a very large hernia that I had so that prevented me from exercising until just the last several weeks. I'm power walking every morning (well... most mornings ) now for about 2.5 miles - trying to build up to about 4 miles a day... but not there yet!

OK... i'm NOT getting good reviews on this hotel or their pickup/dropoff service for the TJ Clinics! Never get complaints from people going across and staying at the Lucerna!

hey guys.... check out August Surgery Patients for others having surgery in August!

thanks everybody - you really help to keep me motivated!!

this is what i love about this forum! the freedom to vent, the ability for others to help us see outside of our own little box, and the support and encouragement we give to each other! I would L O V E to lose this last 15 pounds but you know what... if I never do, that's OK. I'm down 70 pounds, have lost 65 inches and I'm not battling weight coming back on. I feel in control for the first time in I won't say how many years so I don't give away my age lol This isn't a race to the finish line... its about living your life, being healthy and constantly striving for the best you can be... and that doesn't mean being a stick figure! You guys are awesome and you make me smile > You know what else makes me smile.... seeing people I haven't seen for a long time and them telling me that I'm wasting away

if it feels like you have a stitch in your side... well... you kinda do Its pain in your port area - pretty common! the more you do, the more it tugs as it is settling into place. If it becomes swollen, red, or hot, you need to call one of the doctors.

yes... there are stitches that hold the band in place... the doctor stitches part of the stomach below the band and part of the stomach above the band... making a "belt loop" for the band to help hold it in place.

I just had a fill last week, now it doesn't hurt as much as a flu shot but It wasn't like a kitty licking my belly either!

Support & coordinate with other June Fill Patients here Here is the link to the Bus/Trolley Info Just call the clinic 1-866-376-7849 ext. 2 to schedule your fill.

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I know you're out there.... c'mon August Surgery patients... let's hear from you!

I went to the clinic and got my 2nd fill - FINALLY Still walking everyday, still working my way up to those 10,0000 power steps a day!

I have no idea what happened. i've searched and searched and can't find your topic - I'm really sorry! No, I don't delete an entire topic for a bad post! and generally spammers start their own topics rather than post to an existing one. We did go through an upgrade to a new server with the forum awhile back, I'm wondering if some posts were lost in the transition. But this is the first I've heard of it.

honestly, my "tone loss" is more a result of nursing 3 babies. I just wear a good bra - i'd take hanging boobs over being overweight any day LOL was that too graphic? sorry guys!

I asked the SAME QUESTION!! They aren't set up for that, but I think its a stellar idea!

go on liquids and call the clinic! Sounds like you may need a bit of an unfill!

WOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO =D> (running around tossing confetti in the air) you go girl! Congratulations! Happy Bandiversary, Happy Bandiversary, Happy Bandiversary, Haaaaaaaaaaaaappppyyyy Bandiversary! yes... Lori is singing

we do have a dentist in our office now - last time I called down there Dr. O was having some work done, so she must be a great dentist! Just call the clinic 1-866-376-7849 ext. 83 to get more information

OK... here's the answer to this question (kinda!) absolutely do not use these products before the glue falls off. After that you'll need to follow package directions as there are so many of these products on the market. hope that helps!

Dr Miranda usually recommends Milk of Magnesia and usually everything comes out OK (pun intended) If you'd like to speak with one of the doctors let me know usually additional fluids and activity (walking!) really helps.

I EAT WATERMELON!!!!!!!! yum i'd avoid the seeds LOL but I do enjoy my watermelon

The band won't interfer with her pregnancy. Once her OB says she needs to take in more calories, she gets a simple unfill (no fluoroscopy - you don't want xray when you are pregnant) - then once she's recovered she can get a fill This is NOT uncommon, lose weight and find yourself pregnant (men... don't worry this doesn't apply to you ) We do tell our patients to wait at least a year - 18 months so they get a good start on their weightloss, but unlike becoming pregnant shortly after gastric bypass, which can be a problem, the band is adjustable and can accomodate the blessed suprise

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ok hon.. i'm not a doc but here's my guess you've become a bit more active in the last week or so... and since your port is stitched down you are feeling it more as you increase your activity level. Same thing happened to me... it also happened when I was working at my desk too long - leaning over my computer. It literally felt as though I had a stitch in my side... which, is pretty accurate. Your body is also getting used to having a foreign object there. It all sounds pretty normal... but I don't like the idea of the "debilitating pain" that sounds like more than some pain - sounds like a bit more pain that is normally associated with the port. My port has been bothering me a bit and I'm anxious to have it checked. Not sure if its because I'm more active lately or it has moved, but I'm anxious to find out! Going to the clinic on July 12th for a fill and a check up. DO NOT EVER HESITATE TO CALL AND CHECK IN WITH THE DOCTOR!!! They really get upset when they know someone is concerened and they don't call! Judy... you better call or I'm telling on you