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I had the surgery to place the band almost 2 years ago. I have had adjustments roughly about every month to 6 weeks since. They have gone up and down. I have had issues with reflux and have had to sleep on multiple pillows to avoid help with the coughing and reflux. I have not had much vomiting except before, at times where I had to be adjusted down. I am really not a big eater so I am surprised to learn from my Doctor that he feels the stomach has expanded above the band and I may need to have the band removed. I am not happy about this after the expense and the thought that this was a long term adjustment to my life. I have continued to lose weight although now it is very slow and usually is only due to an adjustment. I only have about 15 lbs. to a weight that I would be happy with but I am concerned that if the band is removed,, I will return to my pre surgery weight. I do not get more than 5 hours of sleep at night due to work schedules and I am also in the middle of menopause. I really am not happy that I have started this journey and it may be short lived. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Age: 66
Height: 5 feet 4 inches
Starting Weight: 217 lbs
Weight on Day of Surgery:
Current Weight: 165 lbs
Goal Weight: 150 lbs
Weight Lost: 52 lbs
BMI: 28.3
Surgery: LAP-BAND
Surgery Status: Post Surgery
First Dr. Visit: 09/14/2009
Surgery Date: 09/07/2009
Hospital Stay: Outpatient
Surgery Funding: Insurance
Insurance Outcome: 1st Letter Approval
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