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My surgeon ordered an upper GI but I haven't been able to get back in to see him about the results. I'm sure they are just fine or they would have been more insistent about me coming back. I've realized that I need to stop making excuses for myself and just get back on my program. I am now down 15 of the 20 that I gained, so I know I can do it. And what did I do? Stopped eating so much junk and worked harder at getting my protein and water in. I started out officially at 329 (though I know I got much heavier than that) and I weighed 160 this morning. I may never see 150 but I'm okay with that. I look great and I feel great and I think that is all that counts, not what the scales say. But I'm like everyone else and want to see a certain number on that scale!! So if I can do it you can too! I wasn't feeling full because I was just eating junk-not good, dense, wholesome food. Once I started eating properly, I started feeling full. I'm pretty ashamed of myself, but I'm also proud that I stopped trying to put the blame elsewhere instead of squarely on my shoulders where it belonged. I will never be fat again, ever. And I went through too much to just throw this all away. Thank you SO much too all of you *****plied to me-it gave me the encouragement that I needed. I hope you all can get your weight gain back down to a manageable level. I know you can all do it!! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and Bless you all!!!

Hi Lisa, I had the vertical band gastric bypass...if not identical to the fobi pouch...very similar. I had my surgery done 5-11-2004 and have gone from 267 to 141. I'm 5'7. It's worked absolutely great for me! My Dr. actually was trained by I believe the same Dr. that perfect ed the fobi pouch..If I'm not mistaken...it's been awhile. If you would like any other information...feel free to shoot me a note! I realize it's been a while since you posted this...I hope you've already found the information you were looking for. Best of luck to you & take care! Kathleen

Well, now it is 20 that I have gained and I am SO depressed about it. I do not feel full anymore at all and that scares me! I am going to call my doctor today and see if I should come in for a check-up. I don't ever want to go back to 350 again either. I'm calling my doctor right now!! You take care and keep me informed on how you are doing getting that 40 back off!!

Hi Laura, Amazing I have found others with the same problem. Unfortunately I let myself go farther than that 10 lbs. Just keep exercising and eating right. I was ok with the 10 I gained. Everyone I knew that had surgery went through it. I had a couple medical issues that brought back my bad habits and I am up 40! Don't let yourself get there! I am really getting my butt back into shape! I feel like I did at 424 lbs.. I don't want to be there never ever again! I hope you are doing well!

I am in the same boat. Keep telling myself I will start getting serious next week. But next week never comes. I got down to 185-190 now back up to 220. This needs to stop!!!! As a nurse I am so bad I keep hoping I will catch the flu or Norwalk or Roto Virus and have no choice but drop it. I know what needs to be done: Back to Basics- Protein, water and exercise! Just have to find the motivation again. I was so gun ho in the first year, but honeymoon is over and now I am going to have to fight to get it back.

i'm doing great i'm about 208 now and getting ready to have a tummy tuck

I haven't been here in a while. Hope everyone is doing great. I am doing really well!

Congrats on your freedom! I found that once your body is healthy you can start working on the parts that you took some insulation off of... mental and emotional wellness. I left my ex husband about 2.5yrs ago, got diagnosed as bipolar with panic disorder and am now (happily) being treated, and am now remarried to the kindest, most compassionate and amazing man who completely appreciates me for everything that I am. Don't ever sell yourself short again. You have proven TO YOURSELF that you're worth a good healthy relationship with yourself, demand it from others too. xo

Dear Leigh Ann, I think you just did give yourself a swift kick in the pants by putting your thoughts out on the board. Sometimes we have to have our peers give us support or scoldings, whichever we need. Never listen to anyone who tells you are too thin!! They are so used to seeing you big that even five pounds gone and they think you are dwindling away to nothing. I went through the same thing and just went back to day one after surgery. Do the liquid protein diet for a few days, then gradually reintroduce solid foods. Give your pouch a break and make sure you get lots and lots of water. Water and protein, those have always been my saving graces when I get "out of control". Keep thinking of the weight that you did lose and keep telling yourself that you CAN do it because you ARE worth it! You gotta love yourself lots and lots and lots!!! I hope this helped some. If you need a pal, please feel free to email me!! Hugs, Laura Surgery date 5/18/04 Beginning Weight 329 Present Weight 155