princess_n_thep

There is little to be scared about (although it is natural reaction and we all had it). If you are taking care of the band, the throwing up should NOT be happening. This post is not indicative of how life is with the band under normal circumstances.

If you were banded in Mexico, closest thing is Tijuana. Believe me, I called them all. But I am glad.... I like the fills there anyways. Actually is cheaper for me.

I did a search on "attitude" and it came up. I was looking for a booster and I found this! It was far back in the pages of posts that came up, but I still found it!!!

Also: Do a search for "lap band beginning" and click all the way back to the last page, has a ton of 2003 postings.

Remember this one? http://www.lapbandtalk.com/showthread.php?t=94&highlight=lap+band+beginning it was one of your first postings here at LBT

My advice... run, don't walk, run to the doctor for an unfill. Constant wretching and throwing up is NOT good for the band and can cause serious harm resulting in band removal and loss. You don't have to be unfilled, just have them take some out. There is no time schedule on your weight loss. You didn't gain it in a few months, don't expect to lose it in a few months. But if you don't take care of this problem, you risk having dehydration, starvation symptoms, health risks, band problems with another surgery to remove your band for a minimum of 6 months!!!

GO NOW!

I am bumping this. I am bumping this for me. I am bumping this for you. I am bumping this for everyone. I needed this story and I can't believe I found it. This posting was back in 2003 when Alex and Megan were baby bandsters! But the story is truly what I needed. Maybe it is what some of you need to.

I like to go to the lake and feed the birds bread pieces. Hey, at least SOMEONE can eat it. :hungry:

Hey lisa, POC2 is coming and you can watch that one!

Fantastic John! Now you are a published celebrity! wooot wooot!!

hop hop hop.... little bunnies to dance in Kel's head..... hint hint.

Okay, I got curious so I emailed the seller. They said offered to sell it to me privately. Ummmm, I don't think Inamed cured the issue.

Penni, were you the winning bidder? Did they ever respond to your email?

The Vday exchange was chosen weeks ago. Dylansmom is the host of the exchanges. I think if we sweet talk her, we can get her to do a Secret Bunny exchange this spring!!!

Kel?? Any thoughts on secret bunnies?

I re-thought about this question. And yes, I have used another lawyer as well. It was after my divorce, and he was sitting at a party I went to. I was lonely, needed some lovin', didn't want to dive into any other schematics, took him home, USED him, then... USED him again. And yes, it was successful. :eek:

Thanks Matt. That lawyer said so too that night! tee hee hee :grouphug:

LOVE IT!! I love themed rooms! Every room in my house has one. I think it looks great and relaxing. Who says it isn't practical? Go to the basement and *poof* you are relaxing under a palm tree sipping a Margarita!

I love my lower hipster jeans. However, I HATE HATE HATE thongs. Don't see the point. If i don't want panty lines, I go commando.

Most organized bandster: dylansmom (Kelly)

Best overall outlook on life: LaMadam (Michelle)

Best though provoking/interesting/make ya think questions: Vinesqueen (Crystal)

Hardest postings to read: Illsucceed (Christina) (but colorful!)

Most diplomatic and neutral: Alexandra

Best damn site owner: AlexB

Longest signature line: either nana or penni

Worst plant grower: thebestme (Kathy)

Best eyes: TriciaK or Sunsett

Best smile: Bushbaby or Illsucceed

Best before and after photos for change: Alexandra/muffinbirdie

Wow, Im not experienced with fills yet, but from what I've read it sounds to me like you are overfilled. That's just not right. Anyone else?

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I told her the same thing. We had a long chat about it today. Do you see that he is only been banded 4 months and going on her 5th fill? Her doctor told her it was normal for some people to slime on the first bite of every meal!!! I was in shock. But she is going to really ask some good question of Dr. Feelgood now though. I armed her with a list of questions to ask.

My gosh..... Do we have a name yet?

Depends what for. Yes, I have used a lawyer. That son of a bitch didn't get me squat in the divorce of my asshole ex husband. Jerk STILL owes me $3k that I overpaid, and that was 7 years ago!

PM MariposaBella... she did a lot of research on PS in MX. She even went there for her TT.

I asked the exact same question in an email to him. I hope he doesn't mind me sharing his reply so he doesn't have to repeat himself:

"Hi (sorry but I don't know your name)

So far I don't have enough information to answer your questions. If you

were originally morbidly obese (BMI over 40) or severely obese with major

comorbidities, then most surgeons would agree that a different bariatric

procedure would be indicated following removal of the band, since chances

are you would regain all your weight if the band was removed.

I only say this because I've seen some patients who were banded in Mexico

with BMI below 35. In my opinion, they should never have been banded in the

first place.

There are always options after band. Whether eroded or slipped, you can

have another procedure done. For eroded bands, I generally prefer removal

as the first step, followed by gastric bypass later when all the

inflammation has subsided. I've done this on a patient who was banded in

Mexico 5 years ago. For slipped bands, I am happy to do the conversion at

the same time the band is removed. I've done this quite a few times.

If you are doing well with your band, recognize that most patients continue

to do well, and do NOT have these complications. Enjoy your life and weight

loss, and worry about problems if they occur. Try to avoid having your band

very tight, as this may minimize the risk of both slippage and erosion.

Good luck.

Mark Pleatman MD"

I know I know I know.... but damn it, I am an overeater AND neurotic. Who'd uv thunk? I am working on the fear thing though. Slowly and surely. I reallyyyyyyy need to stop reading erosion threads though to help me.

NO. That would eliminate A LOT of us.

The money is in the band placement, not the aftercare. US surgeons know this.

Dr. Ortiz Tijuana, MX

I definitely wouldn't pay THAT much but I would pay for an extended warranty on this vehicle (ha ha). I think $5-7K I would have paid for lifetime warranty. Absolutely.

Welcome to bandland Irene!!! I am glad to see that you are up and walking and in good spirits. Remember to walk slowly and do it often. Short jaunts of moving around. And get the heating pad ready, when you need it, it will be a lifesaver!!!

WOOOOOT WOOOOOT