Sara75

I got banded May of 2012. I've lost about 30 lbs, which has been a little frustrating as I thought I would have list more at this point. I'm not sure if I should get another fill or not because I feel like I'm throwing up a lot as it is. However, there are times I feel like I'm able to eat more than I should (quantity wise). I almost feel like if I can chew things up small enough to get past the band that I'm still able to eat a large quantity of food. I guess I thought the Lapband was supposed to create a smaller stomach (in a way) do that I wouldn't eat as much not just teach me to chew really well. Having said that, I haven't had a fill since August because I've been losing about 3 lbs per month and feel like I throw up quite a bit. Thanks in advance for your comments and advice.

I have Plantar Fasciitis in my right foot and its painful all the time. I have custom orthotics in my shoes and wear orthotic sandals all the time, even around the house. I am a server/bartender so it flares up after/during each shift. I have night splints and arch support things that I've tried but they don't seem to help either. Plus my doctor says even walking will continue to irritate it so I guess they only exercise I can do is the elliptical. Anyone found anything that will help it go away?

How are you feeling? I had my 2nd fill a week ago and while I feel food getting stuck easier I don't feel that I'm getting full any quicker. I feel like I can eat the same amount, just have to eat it slower. You?

I think I have 6cc in a 10cc band.

Had my 2nd fill today and I finally feel like I have some restriction. Hopefully I'll get this weight loss ball rolling! My surgery date was May 18. I've lost about 25 llbs since my heaviest weight last fall.

I had my first fill yesterday, 4 cc's. I kind of feel a difference cuz I'm burping a lot more but no restriction really. I can't wait to get out of bandster hell!!!

I had one repaired during lapband placement too but I had no symptoms. I noticed no difference after surgery. It's funny how some of us had one but never knew.

Thanks to everyone for your input. I think I've met my out of pocket max so no out of pocket for me. TX-Techman- that's insane and it angers me. I think it's great that you've filed a complaint and I hope they get busted. I don't know how they sleep at night either.

I was reading in another forum about MSM (supplement) and how the claim is that it helps with hair, nails, and skin. Specifically that it helps tighten skin. Has anyone tried it?

Yeah, we have our first garden this year. I have no idea if anything will actually grow, especially after the hail storm we had last night.

It took me about 4-5 days after surgery to sleep on my side. I tried it one day thinking it would hurt but it was fine.

Daisy- I'm so sorry! What a horrible thing to have to go through! I sure hope you feel better soon. Until then, rest up. Take care!

I pulled a muscle about a week after surgery and it was right in the area of the port. It was very sore for a few days them it healed. Oh, and it happened from me twisting. See if you feel better in a few days, if not call the doc.

Voted. Good luck.

An acquaintance of mine had the sleeve in January and has had to go back because of infections. It just seemed too extreme for me. Everyone is different though.