Well, it took about four days, but my stomach returned to normal. I think it was twisted or something. It was like the first few days after surgery; I could hardly keep anything down. But now I am...

I had severe vomiting and diarrhea last night due to what I think was probably food poisoning (shrimp). During one of the vomiting episodes my stomach wrenched up. I could feel my stomach flop and...

So, I am now 14 weeks post op and had my first real illness--a result of what I think was probably bad shrimp risotto. I only ate about 3/4 cup worth at lunch and by dinner time I was experiencing...

My stomach is like its own person now. It talks to me. All the time.

After I eat, before I eat, several hours after I eat, in bed, etc.

And it's loud. Sometimes I even feel it flopping...

I stopped drinking diet coke with the lap band. It was difficult to quit because I used to drink four or five a day. Once I went cold turkey, the thought of a soda grossed me out. I seriously...

I only get the lump feeling once or twice a week. I no longer have heart burn like I did with the sleeve, but I did have my first real bout with GERD on Saturday night. I went to see a musical in...

Arms. I have matronly arms, but this has always been the case no matter what size I have been. I think it has something to do with being short as well.

I am well versed in the lap band and its effects on my esophagus; however, this lump feeling in the throat is new. What's the cause of it? I'm sure others have had the same feeling. Sometimes it's...

I had my band removed, hernia repaired and sleeve done in the same surgery. It took 90 minutes. I had it done with Kaiser. Whatever your doctor is most comfortable with is probably best.

Wow... are you still losing weight? I see you have already lost quite a bit. You should be proud of that weight loss. It's only been slightly over a month! What is it that you are eating and how...

I see you are in the Downey area. Is that the Kaiser you are going to? Although I live closer to Downey (in Long Beach) I chose the Harbor City location because Dr. Mun is wonderful.

Kaiser only keeps you one night--unless there are complications--which is rare. Which Kaiser? Which doctor? I'm really lucky to have good insurance and a strong union. I have Kaiser and paid...

I will file for sure...thanks. I'll also check out AFLAC.

I put in a request for them to call me next week. Seven years is totally ridiculous. I am going to reply with a letter and evidence of my good health. The weird thing is that before surgery I...

I applied for disability insurance through The Standard-- a company that provides disability insurance for teachers. I am not disabled nor do I plan to be, but I thought it would be a good idea to...

I think you are on pureed foods too soon. My doc didn't let me have them until 10 days out. I had mashed potatoes at three days and couldn't tolerate them. If I were you, I'd stick with full...

I had a low blood sugar attack 8 days after surgery. I didn't feel normal-ish until three weeks after surgery. Knowing what I know, I wouldn't do it. That's too much walking and there is no way...

I don't plan to continue to eat chocolate cream pie, that's for sure. Problem is that I can still only eat 1/3 a cup of food at a time. 1/3 a cup of low fat, high protein food four or five times a...

Okay...this may not work for everyone but I am only one month out of surgery and I stayed at 172 from about day 10 post op to about day 21--even though I could barely consume calories. On the 21st...

I know I can take Milk of Magnesia and everything gets cleared up pretty quickly, but does anyone take anything to get the fiber we are missing in our mushy foods? I would kill for some whole grain...

I have a friend who had to be put on meds to raise his blood pressure. You really should see your doc about it. Keep a record of your BP and bring it with you.

I have relatively low pressure as...

I only had one night stay and I didn't even bother to turn on my TV. I simply had no energy to do more than text a few people.

On a side note, if they give you nausea medication one of the side...

Exactly! Stuff doesn't taste the same, for sure. I've been a coffee fanatic for years, and although I'm not supposed to be drinking coffee, my iced latte with one splenda from Starbucks does not...

I have not ventured into powders or anything else. I need convenience and lots of protein. I've been drinking the Premiers as well. I get mine at Costco. They are good for like two weeks then you...

You are right about the band. I had one and it was a bad decision. It worked for awhile and then it caused lots of other problems. The sleeve is deffo the way to go.