I should have updated this after my doctor's appointment and didn't. I'm sorry for worrying you guys!
The doctor basically said that he believes it's behavioral, that I haven't hurt my band (he said it would take longer than 2 months of the off/on PBing to cause it to slip), and that he won't give me anymore fills until it's under control.
And of course, I haven't PB'd since I made the appointment. Sheesh!! I've gotten close, but have been able to walk it off each time.
Interestingly, he said that I have a tight band. I suspect (and these are just my own thoughts, and I'm too afraid to ask him) that I was probably borderline on whether to have the regular band or the larger, VG band, and he chose the smaller one. It would explain why a 1cc fill would have caused me so much trouble. Maybe on the next visit, I'll ask him. I've actually thought this for about a month now.
I have a visit in 3 weeks to see how I'm doing. He was very pleased that I had lost 11 lbs (by his scale) since my visit on March 20th, and said he didn't think I really needed a fill, because I'm still losing so well. He also told me to eat a snack in between meals to help with the hunger. So now I get 3 meals and 2 snacks a day...bet THAT slows down my weight loss....lol!
Anyway, I was able to actually eat a piece of thin crust pizza last night, which was a real treat. :)
So, that's where we are. Thanks for caring!!
2 comments:
Great news on your band!
Ive only just found your blog and am really enjoying getting to know you through your bandit journey!
Wow, so glad you are ok. I had all these crazy thought like you had to have it removed or something. Ahhh! And you know, that thing about a large band v small band, it kind of makes sense doesnt it. I bet that is what happened. I mean, I had 4 mls put in mine and it's done it, but not that much compare to you... so I probably have a larger one... Who knows. I am just so glad you are ok. Heres hoping it all settles. I guess every time you PB it irritates it too and then swells again, so its a sort of catch 22. Anyway, take care of yourself honey!
hugs
Bunny
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