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I had the band in 2010 and seemed to be going along fine. I stayed in contact with my doc and his support staff. Went in when needed. I thought something was wrong and went in and even asked about slippage, they told me it was fine, not sure how they knew. Then at Thanksgiving I couldn't even keep down water, I was throwing up everything. The Tuesday after Thanksgiving they finally did an upper GI and said it slipped. I told them to just take it out. I have gained back almost all of the weight I lost. Total fail. I'm actually wanting something done, but I'm so scared of any of it again.

I'm so happy to hear it's not just me! I have been worried sick since last August. And the cost is killing me to keep putting the same 1CC in and out. Not sure I would recommend this surgery to friends anymore. Good luck!

I have been banded almost a year. I've had set backs and have not had the mental (emotional) capabilities to stay motivated. I am ready to change all that, but one thing that bothers me still is the port site. I had an illness (we assume) that had me throwing everything up for a week solid, so I had an unfill. I just wanted to be relieved so I let the PA do the unfill. He manhandled my port and now I feel like when I first got banded, like it's sticking out it's site. And if I bump it, it is sore. I have an appointment with the doc next week, but scared to have anyone mess with it, either for fills or anything. Anyone have a similar experience, or have any suggestions? It's not "ouch, I can't stand it" but I definitely know it's there!

Thank you for sharing. I'm interested in that book, so will get that, read and then possibly re-post. I am close to a year out and am only down 18#, and I think those are the pre-op diet pounds I lost. I have really struggled, but would not seek help, as I don't like the way I feel on the anti depressants they prescribe, and they dont' really seem to help. I feel I need something that is more private, as I tend to skirt the real deep issues in therapy, so maybe a self look book would be the answer. I hope you find something on your journey that helps you, as I know that is what I'm looking for! Keep at it, and I'll listen if you just need to talk it out.....sometimes that just helps.

I am 5 1/2 months out. I lost initially (due to only having liquids I"m sure) and practically nothing since. I lost 16 lbs in 2 weeks right after a fill, and I could keep nothing down, so they took it out. Now I'm hungry every 2-3 hours no matter how much Protein I have. It's not just you. Give it time. I'm trying to be patient. Surround yourself with positive, encouraging, influencial people. Good luck!

I just got my phone call and they scheduled my surgery. Looking at April 5th. I have started my sleep diary for the sleep study and that is the last thing that I have to do, other than the 2nd consult and the labwork. :thumbup: Think I'm starting to get nervous, it's not completly hit me, I don't think. I was just sitting here trying to decide if I should just try one more diet. I just want my life back. Now to work on the inside stuff! Anyone else out there looking at an April banding?

Ditto what Froggie D said! I was going to post that today, Lead us off, Ladies and Gents!

They sell them at Walmart for between $40 and $50 bucks with all the gear. I had used mine on a diet that was monitored (prior to ever considering WLS).

2 weeks from today I will be banded! Now it's the pre-op diet, but man is it real now! Seemed like I had so long to wait, and it really flew by. Now I'm nervous as all get out! Anybody else?

Mimi368, That is a very good idea. I have waited a little over 2 months after my approval, but I wasn't done with some of the testing. Good luck to us!!!

I wouldn't think you would be doing the pre-op diet without a date?

Congrats! Yea, Easter is the day before my surgery, so I'll be there with you, and my shake and maybe some SF Jello

Hi, ginger! I'm scheduled April 5. I have told a few friends and my mom, my daughter, but have failed to tell my sons. Think it's a guy thing. Getting banded in Topeka at Tallgrass by Dr. Hu

Ok, after getting through all the posts, I realize :scared2:I go tomorrow night for my CPAP sleep study. Love the glue haired look at work, though. :biggrin:

Agreed. I try and lurk for you....I mean look for your posts. :biggrin: Very inspiring.

I'm 5 weeks out from surgery and 3 weeks from pre op, so this was very enlightening for me, Thank you all. And you are all doing very well, and this is so good for us! I love that this is so supportive, and the advise and the kudos! Whenever I feel like I'm chickening, I just come on here to get some BOOST! :thumbup:

I'm stupid. Who's TOM?

Hey, Whillow, I want you to know that I WAS one of those morons. I knew nothing about banding and a friend of mine got it done, and I was stupid and said mean things because she wasn't instantly smaller. Well, eating crow while I wait for my surgery, as it took her 4 months to hit her sweet spot and she looks AMAZING! And I told her so (as I was drooling!). I may have hurt her for a while, but she got me back hard! Just wait for that AHA! moment...it will be so sweet! :frown:

Topeka. I am scheduled for April 5. JC, I know you are not on today, as it is surgery day!!!! :frown: Thinking about you, hope to see you on here and hear about your journey soon!

Where are you getting samples? I was going to get a "sample" pack of 5, but it was going to be $20. It sounded like you maybe "test drove" a couple. Didn't know if a site let you try without $10 shipping!

Good Luck, Joyce in Kansas! I am in Kansas, and have my date set in April. I have the same thinking as you, and they are getting me a nutritionist to help me start thinking about how I need to start eating for the rest of my life!

I believe I have right at 100 lbs to lose. I feel like I've gained since my last weigh in at the consult, but then again, after the pre op diet, I don't really know what the actual number will be.

April 5th. Everytime I think about it I start getting all light headed! Don't know if that's good or bad!

April 5. Have you started freaking out yet? :thumbup: I have, making it hard to eat, etc.....that's one way to pre-op! :biggrin:

Hey, Tammy, yes, the surgeon's office should provide support in getting the authorization and approval from your insurance. They should be able to guide you. I would suggest if that person was not that helpful, maybe try a different personnel or office. I am in Kansas, and this office that I'm starting with is wonderful! They are so helpful! But yes,first is the seminar. Hope you can find the information that you need.