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From my experience its really not possible, given strange things do happen at times but the fills are pretty straight forward and whoever does it should always check the Fluid before hand..if for no other reason then to check for a leak or evaporation of the fluid.

Hi RiceGuy, So sorry to hear of your problems, but it sounds like you and your surgeon are working together for a productive solution. I wish you the very best.

This is just the beginning! Good luck with your band, it will be with you a long time... Congrats on your choice and decision to change your life...I find this to be a wonderful journey and am glad I did it.

That button top comment, I can see how one could become confused...lol Medical Degree or not if they ask you to do something "weird" think twice....lol Just like I told my kid, a dentist does not need to give a breast exam....lol

I see a lot of extra calories in just what you are drinking. Good luck

Even after a year I find that when I eat out I can still eat twice as much as recommended. So I try to avoid it. I don't know why its just a fact.

ok I'm inspired!

That is serious! Wish you the best with your recovery and thanks for sharing!

My prayers are with you Fanny!!

As the other posters said, everyone is different. My doctor said ideally when I hit my sweet stop I should lose 2 pounds per week. I have never had that happen.

Hi there and welcome, I was sure from the beginning that this is what I wanted for myself. I wasn't "afraid" nervous a little but that is it. Yes I am very glad I had it done. I still eat with my family and I go out to eat. The only difference is I usually take some home with me now. I order whatever I want and eat until I don't want anymore. This is a complete journey for me, its not a miracle and weight will not "fall off" like magic. I was disappointed the first year, while I was only looking at actual pounds I missed most of the point. For me personally I had to stay off the scale and get moving and start having some fun, this is when the journey began to become interesting and less of a struggle. THis was like a make over from the inside out for me... Good luck on your journey and congrats on a new way of life.

wow, and congrats! Your results are dream results, thank you for sharing!!

Welcome and good luck.

HI there and welcome, congrats on your approval! This is a wondeful journey to be on. Check out the site, every question you can imagine is on here. Good luck!

congrats and happy hunting!

I still have the old style because that is just who I am, what has changed? I do use more color and my hair is longer.

Hello Wanda and welcome to lapband talk. This is a wonderful site, parouse and you will see almost every question you have can be answered here. Good luck and enjoy your journey! Lana

You'll be fine, exercise like your supposed to and eating right helps as well.

I had the same problem early after I had surgery. I went to "hair" vitamins, extra protein, protein shampoo nad conditioner and I also eat raw almonds for the natural biotin.

I know the article seems harsh, but reality is much worse. What happens to young graduates that are being discrimated against in the work force because of their weight? I think this course is no different then clothing and makeup consultants. It is meant to open your eyes and show you another way. I think three hours a week is a reasonable amount of time and graduating from the class only means seriousness on the part of the student. Although weightloss can be difficult, its still not rocket science. A little education goes a long way.

Welcome and tahnks for sharing!

I am still on the fence about another surgery. I have been large on top all of my life and actually I am looking forward to smaller more managable breasts. As for surgery, only time will tell...

I have a heating pad, but did not need it. I used it once, my port got too hot and I was not a happy camper! LOL So, be careful your new hardware gets hotttt...

Welcome and congrats!

Hi Marina, We all feel your frustration, but again this is not a magic band. It took me 6 months to lose that much weight. Sounds to me like your doing good. But it also sound slike your in bandster hell right now. It will all calm down, please give yourself time to adjust. You will be just fine.