Maggied49

I just had a 0.2 cc unfill this AM. Now I have 9 cc in my 9 cc Realize band. The bands hold more than the stated amount but I don't know how much more. I have observed that the closer to goal, the tighter band needs to be but this is just my observation. Good luck with your last few pounds!

Hi Carlou: I have lurked on this site for a few months but never been inclined to register until reading your post and all the responses. My BMI was 30 when I had my lapband placed. I am 5'6 and had been at my goal weight three times with WW and Atkins. Never once did I maintain my weight loss. As I got older, it became even more difficult to lose and then to maintain. I have been a yo yo since High School. On January 1 of this year, I watched "Big Medicine" and saw the doctors' daughter and sister on the show. She had the lapband and they showed a preband video of her. I said outloud "She looks just like me!" I sent an email to Dr. Garth, told him my BMI, asked about docs who do lapband for "lower bmi" and he emailed me within the hour. From then I did tons of research and found reputable doctors both in the US and Mexico who would do my surgery and those who would not. Dr. Curry, on Obesity Help lapband site has a wife who was banded at a lower BMI as well (30-31). So the truth is that there are many reputable docs who will band at 30 and studies are underway for this population. Of course insurance doesn't cover at this tiime anyway. I was banded January 28 and am thrilled with my band. I have lost 20 pounds and am currently waiting for my third fill to get some decent restriction again. Good luck to you whatever you decide and email me anytime. Maggie