Gastric Balloon Any ballooners out there? Support needed!

[peppermintfairy]

I was weighing myself but then got constipated and weight was going up! Just trying to get things to settle down, I have been taking pics and seeing amazing results so far xx

 

[Woody76]

I was weighing myself but then got constipated and weight was going up! Just trying to get things to settle down, I have been taking pics and seeing amazing results so far xx

Glad you seeing results I know it's disheartening when the weight goes up happens to us all xxx

 

[kismet68]

Hi guys,
Fab to hear from you peppermint. Glad things are improving. The burps are a pain. I was advised to squeeze half a lemon & half a lime in fizzy water and drink. This cleans and freshens the balloon and stops your breath smelling lol. Glad you are seeing results.
I had a wardrobe clear out today. Got rid of a load of baggy stuff and can now fit into so many clothes I've not worn for years. Have discovered a whole new wardrobe and I won't need to buy anything for the summer.....happy days.
Have put on 2lbs this week not too worried as I know it's because of the rich food and alcohol over the past few days which will stop in the new year.
Back to work tomorrow. Hey oh all things must end.

 

[Woody76]

Hi guys, Fab to hear from you peppermint. Glad things are improving. The burps are a pain. I was advised to squeeze half a lemon & half a lime in fizzy water and drink. This cleans and freshens the balloon and stops your breath smelling lol. Glad you are seeing results. I had a wardrobe clear out today. Got rid of a load of baggy stuff and can now fit into so many clothes I've not worn for years. Have discovered a whole new wardrobe and I won't need to buy anything for the summer.....happy days. Have put on 2lbs this week not too worried as I know it's because of the rich food and alcohol over the past few days which will stop in the new year. Back to work tomorrow. Hey oh all things must end.

Kismet you must be thrilled to be getting a whole new wardrobe xx I have dropped at least one dress size so I'm happy xx
I haven't weighed myself this week scared to with Christmas but new day tommorow xx

 

[kismet68]

Kismet you must be thrilled to be getting a whole new wardrobe xx I have dropped at least one dress size so I'm happy xx I haven't weighed myself this week scared to with Christmas but new day tommorow xx

Hi woody,
I am pleased to have a new (old) wardrobe. I've dropped almost 2 dress sizes especially on top!
I wanted to stick to my regular weigh ins to prove I can have the odd treat and get back on track. I aim to get rid of the 2lbs and a bit more by next weigh in. I'm not a big drinker so new year shouldn't be a problem.
Well done in dropping a dress size. Onwards and downwards
Xx

 

[kismet68]

I have just had the worse 2 nights ever. I've had bad reflux, sickness and generally feel yuck. I think it is too much rich food so today it stops. Busy making butternut squash soup and have steamed salmon for tea tonight. I am hoping going back to my original diet I will be feeling better soon. Can't even brush my teeth without being sick which is no fun

Hope everyone is ok
X

 

[peppermintfairy]

Ah kismet feel better soon, I've got a bout of tonselitis, and just vomited very strange yellow liquid, might have been bile but didn't leave the bitter aftertaste... Get well vibes heading your way x

 

[kismet68]

Ah kismet feel better soon, I've got a bout of tonselitis, and just vomited very strange yellow liquid, might have been bile but didn't leave the bitter aftertaste... Get well vibes heading your way x

Thank you peppermintfairy hope you feel better too. xx

 

[Neisie]

Get better ladies!

 

[kismet68]

Get better ladies!

Thanks neisie, hope you're enjoying your holiday xx

 

[Neisie]

Thanks! I am... Worried it may be a bit too much! Have a great week!

 

[Woody76]

Aw sorry to hear you both poorly feel better soon xxxxx

 

[mamalishious]

Great news!

 

[mamalishious]

Hope ur enjoying ur holiday!!!

 

[Neisie]

How's everyone feeling? I just realized that I need to go liquid on the last day of vacation so that I'm ready for my fill. Oh well.

Got the coolest shirt yesterday - you can wear it like 9 different ways... I actually wore it out last night as a LBD. Hubby was loving it! All the stores here are free size and some of the stuff is too small but most of it fits! Woo hoo!

What's everyone's plans for NYE?

 

[kismet68]

Hi Neisie,
Sounds like the holiday is going well. I think you are brave having a top up on your balloon. I can't imagine anything worse. Not sure why I've taken a step backwards. I am having a day of fluids as last nights dinner came up this morning.
We are planning to go to our local club with friends to see the new year in I just hope I am up to it!!
Well better get back to work. Very wet & windy here
xx

 

[Woody76]

Neisie glad you having a good time xx
Kismett so sorry to hear what a rough time you having hope you feeling better soon
I'm working on New Year's Day so having a quiet New Year's Eve
I'm really disappointed with myself as I have put on 7 lbs over the Christmas period but onwards and upwards I just need to knuckle down and get back to basics

 

[kismet68]

Neisie glad you having a good time xx Kismett so sorry to hear what a rough time you having hope you feeling better soon I'm working on New Year's Day so having a quiet New Year's Eve I'm really disappointed with myself as I have put on 7 lbs over the Christmas period but onwards and upwards I just need to knuckle down and get back to basics

Thanks woody. Feeling a bit better on fluids and mush lol. You will soon shift those 7lbs after the new year. It's scary to think how easily it is to slip, we just need to learn from our mistakes.
x

 

[peppermintfairy]

Neisie Glad your having a great hol, gosh a refill? I thought it was a one trick pony then out after 6 months? That's amazing!

Woody Don't beat yourself up, if your anything like me your your worst critic, I got upset when I was constipated and weight was going up, then my problem got fixed and sorted itself out, weightloss resumed, I'm finding little and often helps for me, and I carry yogurts and baby food around with me while I'm on the go so ya had a blip, you can turn out around

Kismet it's bloody awful when it's not digesting properly, my method above seems to be working, everyone is different tho, I've lost 1.5st since 4th Dec, pre-balloon date. Feel better soon

Just out of curiosity anyone coupled balloon with a vlcd, or know of the biggest loss with balloon, I don't want to be a twig just hoping 6 st in 6 months is achievable me and my partner are under care of fertility center but can't try any ivf until I'm 11st... xx

 

[soumya]

Gastric Ballooned

Dear All,

I am a 27 year old female from India.
I weighed 114.7 Kilos the day I got my Balloon on 24th December 2013.

Surprisingly I did not have much discomfort, I could sip liquids and did not throw up. Stomach cramps did come and go but after a week I am back to normal.

I managed to lose 6 kilos in the first week itself I am pretty happy and wish to continue the same way.

It is important and a good diet is adopted to maximize the result of this procedure, so the whole month of January 2014, I am going to be on a liquid diet.

We have to remember that this procedure is not a Miracle and we have to work towards it (my doctor's words)! You have to train yourself to eat very small portions so that the stomach does not stretch and create space around the balloon for more food. That would really be Epic Fail!