I got banded about 2 1/2 years ago - self pay. I was about 266 at my highest and this morning I weigh 224. I have gained about 24 lbs in 2 months. My lowest was 198 lbs about 6 months ago.
I know I am over stressed, working too much, etc. and I know the food choices I am making are not good ones - and I am feeling sad and depressed. That is why I have gained the weight back.
I had to get an slight defill in July and since then I have been able to eat anything. I had a barium swallow and the band is fine and they are leary of giving me any more fills as I had to get defilled.
I thought the band would be the answer for me. I researched, I studied, I read case studies, and what I am learning from personal experience is that it is really just a tool. I spent $16,000 on the band and much more on fills - and I feel it has just been another waste of time, energy and effort.
I would love to hear about some success stories to help me raise my spirits and remind me of why I chose the band over gastric bypass.
