I had my gastric band put...

I had my gastric band put on February 24. Went back to work Monday and I have lost 11 pounds already. Wish the weight would continue to come off this fast, but I know it won't. I'm off to a good start and feel so much better. If anyone has suggestions for thirst, please let me know. Right now, I would love to gulp a huge glass of water.

Hi Patty I was just banded on Feb 28th, so I am just a few days behind you. This super fast weight loss will not continue, its only because of the hard liquid diet we are on at first. (If you think about it, to lose that fast all the way along, we would look like wet dogs in about 2 months... and that wouldn't be attractive!) I can't really suggest anything to help with thirst, other than to keep sipping away. I pretty much have a cup of something with me all day, and I just pick away at sipping. That is really all I can suggest, just keep sipping... all day long if you have to! I have taken a bigger swig once or twice, but it did feel "funny", so I have been better about little sips. Sorry I couldn't offer any better advice. I am just suffering thru this liquid faze and it is really harder than I had expected it to be! Oh well, soon will be mushies... and it will be Heaven! Good luck to you! Sharon

Hello Sharon, I was banded on Feb. 23rd. I too keep a glass of water with me all day. I do also have fat free milk and ice tea. My problem is that I may be eating too much. I know when I eat too fast (usually after work) I am in incredible pain. I go in for my 1st fill 4/5/05. Maybe then I won't feel as hungry all the time. I wish you the best. Brenda

When I was real real thirsty the only thing that help me ws sugar-free popsicles. I called them my lifesavers. Plus I always have my water with me.

Thanks to all of you who have responded. This is just great having a support group. I am so happy I had this surgery. I feel so much better. Thirteen pounds have now been shed. YES!