lynsey

Dont go abroad to get it done!!! Get yourself to the doctors and try and get the operation on the NHS. Its free then. Plus if you get it done on the NHS they cover all of the expenses after the operation. It isnt just the cost of having the band fitted you need to think about the cost of after care and how you are going to get it if your consultant is in belguim and you are in england. What are you going to do if you have a problem? Jump on a plane? The best thing to do is wait and get it done on the NHS. Apply for funding and wait. Honestly, I wouldn't go abroad and get it done. Think before you take action. I would rather wait a couple of years for funding on the NHS as take a chance gooing to another country. Lynsey P.S. If you want to email me feel free the address is lynsey1978@btopenworld.com. I check my mails most days.

Hi Everyone Has annyone had their port moved? Whats it like?:help: Does it hurt?

I am now 27. female I had a balloon in my stomach for 6 months first and then in August 2004 I had my band fitted. I still live in England. I have had 2 fills and waiting for an appt for my 3rd fill. I was 26st 6lb I am now 17st 13lb. What about you?

Thank you for the information It is much appreciated Thank You

Hi I was banded in Britian

Hi everyone I was banded on the 10th August 2004 I need some advice on what too eat? I have been having Soup and porridge for Breakfast. What would you suggest to start me back on solids? Thanks for your help in advance Lynsey

Hi there Is there anyone that has been banded in Britian who would like to chat. I aint been nasty I just feel like the odd one out. Lynsey

No the balloon is only in your stomach for 6 months it is then removed. It was well worth it. but the first few weeks are a lot worse than the band. I personally think that the band isn't as bad as having the balloon in your stomach. I have lost 1 stone since having the band put on. I am finding it really hard at the moment as I am having real problems eating anything, and not feeling like a really really bad pain. Its suppost to get easier!!!!! m I hope.

hi i was banded on the 10th August this year. I am ok but still eating mush for food. I aint that bothered though. I am looking forward also to not being a 30/32 anymore. This is my second weight loss operation my first was too have a balloon placed in my stomach. This was done last year and during the 6 months of the balloon being in I lost 3 st and 6 pound. I have lost 1 st todate in 3 weeks from having my operation. How are you doing?

thanks everyone for the comments and the advice

I would be really interested in the support groups in the UK please could you send me the details my email address is lynsey1978@btopenworld.com Thanks a lot Lynsey

I tried to have one slicce of bread with some tuna in and I vomitted for britian! oh my god how painful was that. I think after nearly 3 weeks I will stick to mushy food for another couple of weeks! Thanks for the replies