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Turns out I have an erosion of my band:(
Iwannabthin commented on Iwannabthin's blog entry in Blog 61900
cpawelko, my doctor had a hard time filling my band which he found strange. Then I was also very sensitive again after I had thought I was already healed. He filled my band to its capacity & I had zero restriction. Then he removed all the fluid and had me get x-rayed. I'm very disturbed about having my band taken off, but I have no choice. Thanks Yukiko, but I listened to everyone including my doctor saying just give it time, when I knew somthing was wrong. My advise is if you don't feel right & if you have at least 4cc in your band & no restriction get it checked out. If I had persisted, my infection probably would not have gotten so bad. Because with an erosion you cannot heal without the fluid removed. So me waiting for my "sweet spot" only made it worst. Just be safe everyone my removal is scheduled for July 23rd, say a prayer for me:) -
My doctor put me on an appetite suppressant, LMAO!!!
Iwannabthin commented on Iwannabthin's blog entry in Blog 61900
OK, I found out why I had no restriction. My band has an erosion. I'm so sad. I had 8cc in a 10cc band and nothing. So my doctor checked it out and it seems i have an infection. He removed all the fluid so now I have zero but I don't miss it because I never felt it anyway. Just so disappointed that after all I've been through I have to have my band removed before seeing any results. -
The questions as to why I can't feel any restriction has been answered:confused:. Not the answer I wanted, but sometimes life hands you problems that you just have to deal with. Anyway after being filled to 8cc in a 10cc band with zero restriction my doctor took a closer look. Its seems that somehow my band has eroded:scared2:. Why no ones sure, but he removed all the fill liquid until further tests are performed. There is a strong possibility that my band will have to be removed. Since I never had any restriction I won't miss the band, but after all the money I paid I just feel like I've been cheated (I financed it through a medical loan). I'm not sure just what happens next but I wanted to share this with you guys. Apparently erosion happens to only a small % of banders, but what do u know I'm in that percentage. The band somehow becomes infected and attaches itself to the stomach instead of surround it. That's why I never felt it. Pray for me and I'll keep u posted.
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Turns out I have an erosion of my band:(
Iwannabthin commented on Iwannabthin's blog entry in Blog 61900
The questions as to why I can't feel any restriction has been answered:confused:. Not the answer I wanted, but sometimes life hands you problems that you just have to deal with. Anyway after being filled to 8cc in a 10cc band with zero restriction my doctor took a closer look. Its seems that somehow my band has eroded:scared2:. Why no ones sure, but he removed all the fill liquid until further tests are performed. There is a strong possibility that my band will have to be removed. Since I never had any restriction I won't miss the band, but after all the money I paid I just feel like I've been cheated (I financed it through a medical loan). I'm not sure just what happens next but I wanted to share this with you guys. Apparently erosion happens to only a small % of banders, but what do u know I'm in that percentage. The band somehow becomes infected and attaches itself to the stomach instead of surround it. That's why I never felt it. Pray for me and I'll keep u posted. -
HI! Thank you for the comments. Restriction for me is not being constantly hungry, also with good restriction constant thoughts of food are rarely there. Oh, how I missing that right now. It took me about 4 fills before I was feeling decent restriction, but everyone is different. Good luck on your journey as it is not easy, but nothing worth doing is. Message me if you need more info.
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My doctor put me on an appetite suppressant, LMAO!!!
Iwannabthin commented on Iwannabthin's blog entry in Blog 61900
I am going to be patient and pray that I feel something after this one. -
Yea it will take a few fills before you feel restriction. In the meantime I was basically on my own and I watched everything I ate and worked out. You will get there. Don't get discouraged. Just keep going back and getting fills. You will get there!!!
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So it's been about 3 months since my surgery. I have barely lost any weight & I am due my second fill tomorrow. I have zero restriction even after my first fill. Whats funny is my doctor put me on an appetite suppressant:rolleyes:. I've been working out and eating better since then, but it leads me to wonder couldn't I have done this without the band & $10000 debt, lol. I'm not complaining, I just pray that I feel something, anything after this next fill. I have kind of forgotten that I'm banded & just try to be healthier. My total weight loss in 3 months 10lbs.:crying: I'll let u know how it goes...
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Hi There RTBT, I am thetig, Cheryl, you had asked me about restriction with my band. I could feel the restriction with both my first and second adjustments or fills but for only a week or so. I have been very careful to stay with the protein only eating carbs on limited occasions, but I do love carbs. If you have gained weight I would suggest that you go back on your liquid diet for a couple of days and get the kick start that you might be needing. Also please read as many blogs as you can especially Julie.ann.......it takes a while to get the band to really work as far as fills go. I have read that it can be up to as many as 4 or 5 before you have reached your "Sweet Spot" my Doc says the same thing to me. I know this was the best decision I could have ever made and it is working! Keep in touch!
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Nine Weeks PO and All is Well???????
Iwannabthin commented on thetig's blog entry in Banded March 26, 2009
When did you start feeling a restriction in your band? I have had my band for almost 2 months. I've 0 restriction & I've gained 15lbs since I've had it. I get my first fill this coming week, but after all the money I spent I'm just so disappointed in myself & a little bit in the procedure that I don't know what to do. -
I have a question for everyone. When did you start feeling a restriction in your band? I have had my band for almost 2 months. I've 0 restriction & I've gained 15lbs sine I've had it:unsure:. I get my first fill this coming week, but after all the money I spent I'm just so disappointed I don't know what to do. My expectations r very low almost as low as my willpower with eating:frown:...
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I have a question for everyone. When did you start feeling a restriction in your band? I have had my band for almost 2 months. I've 0 restriction & I've gained 15lbs sine I've had it:unsure:. I get my first fill this coming week, but after all the money I spent I'm just so disappointed I don't know what to do. My expectations r very low almost as low as my willpower with eating:frown:...
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I'm dreaming of Plastic Surgery....
Iwannabthin commented on julie.ann's blog entry in My Secret Journey
When did you start feeling a restriction in your band? I have had my band for almost 2 months. I've 0 restriction & I've gained 15lbs sine I've had it. I get my first fill this coming week, but after all the money I spent I'm just so disappointed I don't know what to do. I'm going to post this comment as a blog to see what others say too.
