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Hey Dragonfly34, I had my revision yesterday. I ended up going to a Dr. here in TX. The total fees came to $4593 and I was able to use care credit. Turns out it wasn't the port, but the tubing had become disconnected from the port. He went ahead and replaced the port anyway as a measure. I am feeling ok. Slept most of the day yesterday. Since I have now gained a total of 20lbs. back in the last 4 months, I have a lot of work to do! I was really disappointed in myself that I let that weight come back so fast. I could not believe how low my will power still was..you would think after 2 years I would have learned something! Oh well, here is to our new start. Hope you are doing well. Talk to you soon.

I wanted to retract a post I replied to on this thread about TLC Edge. I owe Cynthia and Tamisha an apology as I was really misinformed about my fill. I apologize and I would delete my comment, but I have not figured out how. I have been out of town for spring break and I made an appointment with my former band Doctor ( I moved) and we found out that I have a leaking port which is the cause of me having no restriction. It is Not TLC Edge's fault at all. I now have to figure out if I will replace it in Texas or go to Mexico b/c of the cost. But anyway, I just wanted to let anyone reading this thread to know that Cynthia was having me come back in to try to remedy the situation and I appreciate that. Cynthia, I will call you when I get back in town on Friday as I would like to continue my fills with TLC if I do get my port replaced. Thank you for your patience with me. I appreciate you working with me.

Hey Dragonfly34, Here is the grand total of figures of how much to fix my band..I figured much higher for my Dr. here and lower for my Dr. in Mexico... Alabama Dr.-$6000 includes everything, anesthesia, hospital and Dr. fees. They said they were giving me a discount, which I really believe they are. Mexico- $2500 if the port has to be replaced. If it is just the tubing at the port, it will be $1600. I had read where port replacement tops out at $2000 in Mexico, so I was surprised when they gave me the $2500 figure. I believe it is the port so I would expect the $2500. After looking at my checking account, I believe I will have to go back to Mexico. I love my Dr. here and I totally trust him, but the issue is $$$. Times are tight right now. I probably will wait until May to get the band fixed, but I will let you know how it works out. Hope you are feeling better. It is day by day. How long before you were able to get back to work after the last surgery? I am hoping recovery will be quicker since I weigh less, but who knows. When I initially had surgeryin Mexico, I stayed in the hospital 3 days(this is standard there) and flew home. At the time the trip to TN was an 8 hour flight. It was unbelievably uncomfortable and painful, but I also could barely fit in the seat. Well I will run. Keep in touch.

Oh my goodness...that is horrible. I am sorry that you are going through so much. Hopefully this is your last issue! I actually had my surgery in Mexico...but I swore I would never go back..not the Dr. or the hospital, but all of the kidnappings, burglaries and killings...and oh by the way...the dirtiest place I have ever seen. I kept saying to myself..I can't believe I came here. But I may be going back if my Dr. comes back with anything like the figures you paid. I just can't afford that. I have already gone back to my old eating ways somewhat. I have gained 13 lbs. I will find out hopefully Monday how much my Dr. is going to charge here..I just wanted to get some input and brace myself. I can't take anymore surprises. I will keep you up to date and I hope you are getting back to feeling better soon!

Did you have your port replaced by Dr. Alvarez? I am weighing my options and need a little guidance

I found out today that I have a leak and my port will have to be replaced. Can you tell me how much yours was?

Hey there, I just got back from my Dr. today and they found a leak in my realize band.... He would not tell me how much but he did gove me a heads up that it would be expensive...Can you tell me how much it cost you if you are self pay. I am really upset, but the only thing I can do is hope that when he give me a figure..that I can afford it! Today's visit to Radiology was $700. I hope your replacement went well...how was your recovery? Thanks

I agree with dfwdoodles. I went and gave TLC $400 for the first fill and xray and they only gave me a fill with .4cc. I was not told that in the beginning. I had my surgery elsewhere and moved. I had been getting fills with my other Dr. and he always gave me 1cc for $125. I asked them why only .4cc and the response I received was that is the was the recommendation by the maufactuer of my band. In other words, my other doctor was incorrect. The fills are given by an assistant so when they tell me a "Dr." is wrong over an assistant, I have a problem with that. I also had absolutely no restriction after the fill. When I brought it to The their attention, I got a 1 sentence email reply that someone would call me back. Never got that call. So basically it would take 3 drs. office visits to get 1 cc of saline. It is pretty obvious this is a nickel and diming it situation. I was so upset, I felt like I had been taken.

I had surgery in January 08 and I have a Johnson and Johnson band and until the last month, I have had no resistance whatsoever. I stopped getting fills last year at 6 cc's(holds 9). I also have gained 15 lbs. Has anyone had leak problems with the J and J band or can anyone relate to this situation? I am worried there is a leak