Lilybell

The same happened to me. I got banded in January of this year and I have only had one fill which was in March. About a month ago, I woke up one morning and I could tell that something had changed, but wasn't in any pain or discomfort. I drank my morning coffee, etc. but by the end of the day I couldn't even keep water down. The next day was the same, but by the third day I could could eat soup and drink liquids. This lasted for about two weeks and then it went back to normal. I still havn't had to have another fill, but I can eat small meals and feel full for a few hours. I was like you and didn't want to get an unfill for fear that the weight loss wouldn't continue. I have no idea what caused this. I'm not sure if you have the same problem as I, but if it keeps going maybe you should call the doctor. Just wanted to let you know you aren't the only one this has happened to.

Good for you!!! I had my surgery done by Dr. Zapata on January 19, 2010. He is such a nice man, very gentle and soft spoken. It was a great experience. The hospital was beautiful and the staff was very nice.

Hello, I have been researching various surgeons in Mexico that perform the LAP-BAND®® operation. I would like to have the surgery done in January 2010. I'm wondering if anyone out there has used their FSA/HSA funds to help pay for the surgery and if so, what dr. did you use? During open enrollment in November for 2010 benefits, I called the customer service line for ADP and the rep told me that it was covered, so I put in the full amount - $5000. I called back today to ask if I could use my card through paypal. She said I could not and that I would have to pay for the surgery up front and in order to get reimbursed I would need all invoices shown in $dollars as well as a letter from the doctor explaining that the surgery was a medical necessity. Well, I'm not dying, so it's not a necessity yet, but I'm not trying to wait until I get to that point. I was previously denied from my insurance because my BMI is only 39 and I do not have any co-morbidities. I am now resulting to self pay. I think this is ridiculous. Why does FSA pay for laser eye surgery when that's not a medical necessity, people can just wear glasses and contacts. Sorry, I'm just upset by the process that overweight people have to go through to get any help. Any information that you can share would be appreciated.

Hello, I have been researching various surgeons in Mexico that perform the LAP-BAND®® operation. I would like to have the surgery done in January 2010. I'm wondering if anyone out there has used their FSA/HSA funds to help pay for the surgery and if so, what dr. did you use? During open enrollment in November for 2010 benefits, I called the customer service line for ADP and the rep told me that it was covered, so I put in the full amount - $5000. I called back today to ask if I could use my card through paypal. She said I could not and that I would have to pay for the surgery up front and in order to get reimbursed I would need all invoices shown in $dollars as well as a letter from the doctor explaining that the surgery was a medical necessity. Well, I'm not dying, so it's not a necessity yet, but I'm not trying to wait until I get to that point. I was previously denied from my insurance because my BMI is only 39 and I do not have any co-morbidities. I am now resulting to self pay. I think this is ridiculous. Why does FSA pay for laser eye surgery when that's not a medical necessity, people can just wear glasses and contacts. Sorry, I'm just upset by the process that overweight people have to go through to get any help. Any information that you can share would be appreciated.