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Size10- My Dr. seems to think it was caused by the hernia. The band was irritating the hernia and attributed to my reflux which caused me to vomit, therfore, causing the slip. I had the band completely unfilled a couple of times, took Prevacid, etc.... Then it started all over again each time I started to be filled. I have a 10cc band, and only had 2cc's in when it started over and one day I just started throwing up everything including liquids. Went in the next day for a barium swallow which showed the slip and the hernia, had the hernia repaired and the band repositioned the next day and haven't experienced any problems since. Only it's taken much longer to get to a true level of restriction this time. I'm wishing you well and hope things work out for the best. Now if I could just remember my password for the ticker, I'd add my miles walked. lol

Count me in as well. This seems to be just the challenge I need to get back into the swing of things. Lost 100+ pounds , slipped band due to hiatel hernia, gained 25 following repair. It has taken nearly a year to finally get restriction again as my clinic has been very careful with re-filling. I'm looking forward to meeting this goal!

MIRALAX!!!

MIRALAX It works wonders.

CONGRATULATIONS!

Welcome to lapband land Angela and congratulations on taking this step to get healthier for you and your family. Best of luck on your journey.

It will be three years in January and though I've had my share of complications, I would definitely choose the band all over again. The only thing I'd do differently is not be so aggressive with fills. I think it's part of what contributed to my slipped band, which I had repaired nearly two weeks ago; so technically, I'm starting anew and hope to get to goal this time. Listen to your body and use the band as the tool it was designed to be and you'll do well. Wishing you the best.

The previous posts were correct. It is imperative that you see your Dr. right away. I've had my band for nearly three years and began having problems about six months ago. I had the band emptied and still had problems keeping solid Proteins down. I began throwing up on a Friday and couldn't keep anything down for an entire weekend. Went in for a barium swallow the following Monday and my band had slipped. Surgery on Tuesday. It turns out that I also had a hiatal hernia that needed repair. Luckily, my Dr. was able to reposition the band and I'm currently a little over a week out and feeling much better. I was able to start soft food today and am grateful to still have my band. Should you have a slip, the sooner you see your Dr. could make the difference in whether or not your slip can be repaired or not. I hope everything works out for the best.

Great Job!

......because I need to!

....because I haven't been!!!! My cheetos/birthday cake addiction has reared it's ugly head!!!

Never had a problem with popcorn. Even before my slight unfill. Movie Theatre Butter is evil though!!!

Mia; That's wonderful news on trying to make babies!!! Best of luck to you!! Good to hear from everyone. I tend to lurk, but haven't really posted in a while. Weightloss is non-existent, but gratefully I'm slowly losing inches. At this point, I'll take what I can get. Haven't gotten a fill in a while, so I'm really starting to rely more on healthier choices and exercise. Hope everyone is doing well.

Green, glad things are working out for you with the unfill and Prilosec. Wantitbad, just wondering why you were able to eat if your band was closed? That's strange. How long do you have to be on liquids?

Green- My positive thoughts are with you. I have had problems with reflux that developed as a result of being too tight. My doctor did a scope, which showed no slips or hernias, but did put me on Prilosec along with a small unfill. Now I can't get fills of more that .10cc at a time. Good luck today.

Most definately!! Without any hesitation whatsoever!! Although, I would be less agressive with fills initially. It actually slowed down my weightloss because of the acid reflux, which was a result of being too tight.

The cost of my surgery was $17,400, which included the surgeon, hospital, and anesthesia. This also includes 12 adjustments per year. I was self-pay, as my insurance does not cover lapband.

Cookie- My doctor said that Mirilax is safe to take daily, I usually take one dosage with my coffee or tea every morning and I haven't had any problems since. It doesn't give the usual bloating and cramping that come with other laxatives, though it can be a bit pricey. I've found the best deal at Sam's.

miralax!!!

Congrats Lindseyann!!! You must feel simply wonderful!!! I would love to join this club someday soon, as I've been stuck at the same weight for about four months!!! You all are my inspiration!

My prayer for you and your family is that you find a peace that surpasses all understanding. God Bless.

Because like Tapshoes, I haven't been and have gained. Already lost three of the five pounds gained over the holidays. Had a tiny fill, and will stay on plan because larger fills makes the reflux unbearable.

Chrisann; Congrats on your weightloss! You look wonderful! It seems that our numbers are pretty close, though I did gain the dreadful five holiday pounds due to a slight unfill, (along with my excessive sweet tooth and total lack of exercise) which I have gotten part of back and have lost three of those since Monday. Been kind of depressed about not reaching my first goal, but have decided to shake it off and move forward. It's a NEW YEAR!!! Also congrats to all of the KNOCKOUTS. Everyone has done a wonderful job and here's to the 2nd year.... Cheers!

Miralax once per day! No problems since!

Congratulations on four years!!! You are an inspiration to know the results are lasting!