I got banded in August 2007, to date I have lost about 15lbs and gained it back! Yes for the last 2 years I just hover around 220lbs, I started out at 235lbs! I could eat almost anything, I just had to be careful!

Okay since my banding I have only gone for 3 fills well I am just weary that's all. I have had a pain in my right leg for two months now an x-ray showed nothing and the pain is felt when I stand-up and move around.

I had a fill last week and can only eat and drink about 2oz and I have a lot of gas problems. I believe, I am now just starting out correctly, just hope I can bear the discomfort.

Elizadolittle - I am happy to see you post. Living with the band is a learning process. We adjust over time and life changes. I am glad to hear you have gone in for an adjustment!

Sorry to hear about your pain. I hope that it gets better and dissapears all together!

You say: "I could eat almost anything, I just had to be careful!" This is why you have only lost and regained 15 lbs...........you have to know better.

Follow the rules and you will lose the weight, stop trying to manipulate the band. Good luck to you!