JohannaMae

I was banded in March 2012 and I found out today my band is beginning to slip. I hadn't been feeling well since Wednesday, couldn't eat,and really bad acid reflux. I thought I was getting better but Monday morning was bad, my husband said either get a doctor's appt. or your going to the hospital, so I went to the doctor. The xray showed there's a slip, he took all the fluid out and said the stomach might drop down on it's own and if not, surgery. I'm so upset, I've lost 92lbs and I'm scared to go back! Anyone gone through this, I can use some encouragement :-(

Good to hear, I hope mine can be re-positioned. I don't want it to be removed. Thanx for giving me a little hope.

I was banded 3/20/12, I've lost 64lbs and I'm at a stuck. I know it's because I haven't worked out like before so I started back. I noticed alot of my skin is hanging...so I started doing sit-ups and felt pulling w/ a little pain. I'm wondering if I should be doing them.Has this happened to anyone?

I was banded on 3/20/12 and have lost 55lbs. I have 4.5cc in my 10cc band. Each day is a challange but it's the best decision I've ever made!

I'm wondering what it feels like to have a flipped port. I've lost 45 lbs since March 20th, I can feel the port more, I don't know if it's because I lost weight. Has anyone had there port flipped?

My port is located on my wasteline next to my belly button. Does anyone have their port there? It's uncomfortable when I wear close fitting pants or a belt.

I was banded on March 20th and I've lost 45 lbs!

Thanks for the input everyone. I feel a little discomfort because my port is on the right side of my belly button. Is it unusual to have it on your waist line? It's uncomfortable when I wear a belt.

I noticed I missed a couple of questions, on a scale of 1-10 I would score it a 9 and my goal is to loose 120lbs so I have 80lbs to go!!!

I was banded on 3/20/12. I have lost 40lbs and I feel great. I've had 2 fills so far. I feel that the band is a wonderful tool to assist in weigh loss. I know for me I have to always be mindful of what I put in my mouth, I can't eat the same things I've eaten in the past. I make healthier choices and try to exercise 5 days a week. I'm not saying its easy, I struggle each day, mentally because I've realize the strong addiction I have to food. It's also good to have supportive people around you. Best of luck to you - God bless -

Where can I buy it and how much does it cost?

I was banded 3 weeks ago and had a fill 4 days ago.I've been feeling fine but last night while sitting I reached for something and after about 5 minutes I felt sharp pains on my belly button. I'm not sure if that has anything to do with the port. Has this happened to anyone?

I think you made the right choice. I was banded 3 weeks ago and I have a small child as well. We want to be there for them and lead by example. You made a great investment, you'll realize it as the weight comes off. I've lost 25lbs so far and it's made a big difference. I think the hardest part is I haven't been able to pick up my son! Be encouraged each day will get easier. God bless -

I was banded on 3/20/12 and the day after my surgery I had fluid coming out of the corner of my port incision. I called my doctor and he said drainage sometimes occurs and as long as there's no swelling and it's not red it should be ok. It would stop and then build up and drain again. Last week I made an appointment because I was concerned of it getting infected. He tried draining some of the fluid with a syringe and a little came out. He said it was a hematoma -collection of blood under the skin from the bruising. As of today a little drainage is still coming out but as the swelling goes down I noticed the bruising is going away and there's less drainage. Just keep in contact with your doctor to make sure it doesn't get infected. Hope this helps. God bless -

I had m surgery yesterday and it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. I had a 1pm time but didn't leave the hospital until arond 10pm due to all the things the require in order for u to leave. I think I was the most nervous about being put to sleep but they reassured me it was just like taking a nap and then waking up in recovery,it was exactly like the said. Last night was rough w/ pain and trying to get in a comfortable position to sleep but I did ok. I'm excited about starting my new life, no looking back!

Thanks, I've been worried I don't want it to get infected. It's good to know someone else went through this. I'm going to see my surgeon this week. I noticed since the drainage the swelling has gone down. I still have pain in the port area but the nurse said that's normal. Thanx again hope your doing well - God Bless -

I had my surgery on 3/20/12, when I got home there was some drainage in the port site and the hospital instructed me to put a loose bandage over it and it would be fine. Well the drainage went away but the other day I noticed it again. I called the Dr and the said the same thing and if it's not red and swollen it should be okay. Did anyone else go through this?

I'm curious to know if everyone's port is on the same side. Mine is on the right. I did have leakage from it when I got home last night, the nurse warned me that may happen...as of this morning no leakage which is good.

Kmt1973, I've been just on liquids since the surgery. My doctor wants me on it for a few weeks. I drink the protein drink throughout the day. The 1st week was 3oz of clear liquids, this week it's increased to 4-6oz. I can also start on thicker soups.

That's so inspiring, I had mine done on 3/20/12. What is "with plication"? I'be lost 10lbs post op.

I haven't tried sleeping on my side, I'm afraid it will be painful.

I to had my surgery yesterday and I had a hard time sleeping, I slept better in the hospital! I think because I wasn't comfortable. It hepled to put a pillow under my knees to take the pressure off my stomach. God bless u on your journey:-)

I have only told 4 people because of the reason, at this time we only need positive people around that will support us. I picked people that would encourage me. This website is great because it's people we can relate to through out this lifestyle.

I'm nervous about my date on 3/20/12. What has everyone done to prep for this? I'm excited to start taking the steps into a new healthy life. I have a 1 year-old and I want to be around for him and active in his life. I'm sooo grateful to have found this site, it makes me feel like I have so much support and that I will accomplish this!