I just lost my band after having it for only 1 month exactly. I had severe pain for days in my upper stomach and a cat scan revealed that it was infected. I really was so excited about my band and was down 25lbs and then I just started to feel bad. I was so upset about it and I did self pay as well. I am just so scared about my diet now that my band is gone. Anyway, I am in the same boat as some of you and it really really sucks!!!!:thumbup: