I know exactly how you are feeling. I too have only lost about 3 pounds since my surgery which was the beginning of April 2008. I keep cancelling my appointments for another fill, just to try to loose some weight before I go in because I know the doctor is going to have a fit when he sees that I'm not loosing. But I think it's a game I'm playing with myself. My suggestion is to schedule your doctor's appointment and get back on track. That's exactly what I'm doing. In just a couple of days. I'm going to get my second fill and I hope that will help quite a bit. Right now I have no restriction. I know once we get the proper fill amount, this is a very successful tool. So, get on the phone and get back on track. YOU ARE NOT A FAILURE - AND I'M NOT GOING TO BE EITHER. Have a good week.