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I've had four fills and have no restriction. Still keep going back until I do. I was told be patient, it will happen. Stuck at 22 pounds lost and gained a couple of those back!!!!!!!!!! I am discouraged as well, but am still going to hang in there!

Hello. When did you have your last fill? You may just need a fill to get back on track. I just got banded this August and have had two fills and already need another one. There is tons of support and suggestions here. Angela

I thought I was the only one! I have a latex allergy and used non latex steri strips and band aids and still developed a bad reaction to them. The steri strips actually gave me second degree burns on my stomach and I now have scars from them I am trying to fade out. I wonder why this is? Before surgery, I had no problems with steri strips or band aids! Angela:)

I have had no problems at all. Have you had a consultation yet? Have you been to a seminar? They are very helpful. I look forward to getting to know you better. Angela

Hello. I was banded by Synchrony Health ( Dr. Mobley) on Aug. 17, 2007. So far, a great experience. Can't wait to get to know all of you and share our experiences. Angela

hopefulme- Welcome! What doctor are you pursuing? I was banded in cincy and used Dr. Mobley. I was banded on Aug. 17, 2007 and so far have had a very positive experience. It has been less than two months for me, but I totally look at food differently now. Shocked at how much I actually ate before as I think most of us find! Good luck and welcome! Angela

Sheila - Second Monday of every month at 7:30 at the Hilton Garden Inn, 500 Metro Place North, Dublin, Ohio 43017. I live in Urbana (near Dayton) and this is the closest one available. Maybe I'll see you there! Ang

There's one in Dublin, I think. Let me look into it and I will get you the link. Ang

I get my first fill on the 17th. I am at a standstill as well and my appetite keeps increasing as the days go by. I was told by my physician that I may regain some of the weight I have lost until my first fill. Hang in there. I am anticipating a big change after the fill. Angela

I was banded on the 17th. I have had absolutely no problems with anything until two days ago. I got to laughing so hard I had some pain afterward. Then when I lean a certain way. Get out of bed raise my arm in a certain direction I get SEVERE port pain. It feels as if the port is tearing away from my skin. I hope this goes away. Will it? Like I said, I have had no pain, no problems eating or drinking, nothing until now. I was even swimming yesterday and noticed port pain when stroking. Should I call my doctor. Is it possible for the port to detach from the skin because it sure feels like it is pulling very hard? Angela

First of all I am in the mindset that I really don't care what other people think. This is my struggle in life. I know darned well all my family and friends have their own struggles and I am finally dealing with mine once and for all. My sister in law and supposed good friend said to me one day "don't you think I struggle every day to keep at this weight?" She was really offensive and acted like I was taking an easy way out. You know what, I DONT CARE! She smokes. She can't quit. I just put down my cigarettes two years ago and haven't had one since. I throw that in her face. She has her struggles and I have mine. The nerve of some people. This summer there have been a lot of gatherings for b-days, cookout, etc. I just had surgery two weeks ago and have been on a pre-op and post-op diets. I have received a lot of looks when sipping on my Soups, etc. and everyone else is downing burgers and dogs. So, I tell them. I have no shame. I am very supportive and try not to judge others. EVERYONE has their own issues, whether it be cigarettes, food, drugs, alcohol, relationships, depression, etc. The way I see it, at least we have the courage to due something permanant about ours! Good luck to all of you! Angie

I am newly banded and have my concerns. When I met my current DH I was 100 lbs thinner. He was a very very very jealous man. As time grew on and I grew and grew and grew, he became so much better. The jealousy has becme non existant. Now that I am banded and I beome myself again, I wonder what is going to happen? Will he go back to his old ways? Only time will tell! Ang

You took the words right out of my mouth. I was banded on the 17th and had my first post op yesterday. Doc said to start mushies and ease into normal food. Although I am watching my portion, I, too, am waiting for the "restriction". But, my doc said don't be surprised if you gain a little of the weight back before a fill. The fill is really the key to success. So, I'm not so discouraged. Still focusing on the big picture (or a smaller picture of me) which is ahead!