STUCK!!!

Dear Bandsters: What is wrong with me?  I am stuck at 206, and can't get anymore off.  I am still doing everything the way I was.  Except, the new Doctor, that I will be seeing at the end of the month, raised my caloric intake from 600 to 1200 calories or a little more.  Any suggestions? HELP ME!!!!!!!!!! Kathie 

I was stuck at a 35 lb loss and to get to -40, I added some extra calories.  Seems like your doctor has the same thought. Yvonne Marie

I am stuck at about the same weight. I know this is a set point for my body and it will be difficult for me to get below 200. I've been this weight for 3 months! I just got a tight fill and for the first time ever I actually have liquids BARELY go down in the morning. I'm nursing some very mushy black eyed peas as we speak because I'm sooo hungry.

Kathie, you should be between 1200-1500 calories a day, and make sure you're getting your water, protein, and are making good food choices. I know nothing aobut your fill situation, but maybe you need a fill. Also, at 600 calories, you should have been in starvation mode! You need to eat, to lose well. hon! Keep us posted.

Dear Sharon: I do need a fill, I have only had 1 since my surgery, Oct. 26, 2006.  That is another reason, I changed Doctor's. I look forward to meeting him, next Friday. Thanks for your support! Kathie

Getting a fill will probably help! I was stuck at about 206 since the end of November, so I KNWO how frustrating it is! Got a fill a couple weeks ago and here I am, below 200 at last!  if I can do it, you can too!

Dear Dev O. Thank you so much for the encouraging post.  I believe a fill, would help me too.  If I could get under 200, I would feel great about myself.  It is this 6 pounds, that I can't seem to get off.  I am hanging in there!  But, I don't have much patience. Kathie Canter 

Hi Kathie, how are you sweetie.  I'm sorry I haven't called, but I've been so very busy with dr. appt's. between my knees and my fills that I really haven't had time, plus I came down with the flu.  I'm sorry you had to cancel out your first appt. with Dr. Melvin, but I'm glad you rescheduled.  Make sure you let him know how long it's been since you have a fill and don't settle for .5 cc....tell him you can get back if you have a problem.  I got a healthy dose of reality yesterday when I got my first fill with the new band dr. and went from 2.85 cc to 3.2 cc...and I'm doing OK with it so far...that is not to say it isn't going to kick my butt next week.  It's an aggressive fill and he said I needed it.  I've waited 7 weeks to get in to see him. I think after you see Dr. Melvin and get your fill you are going to feel much better.  You can't expect to lose without the proper fill in there and until you get the problems resolved you are going through.  I'm sure you are going to love him and he will look after you well. Luv ya, Dee

Dear Dee: I am so sorry, to hear about what you have been going through.  I had to reschedule with Dr. Melvin, due to two death's in our family.  I am so looking forward to seeing him!!!  You are my angelfor telling me so much about him. Do you know of the website for the weight loss center at Vanderbilt?  I have tried several times to find it, and I can't.  I have left two messages with Debbie to e-mail with the address of the site, but, I haven't heard from her.  I know they are very busy, though. Take care of yourself!!!! Get plenty of rest!Love, Kathie

I don't know the website but I will give you Brandy's number in a PM.  She is Dr. Melvin's secretary.  Debbie is strictly at the appt. desk.  I'm sending you a message. Luv ya, Dee