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I had my lap-band done in october of 2006. I lost about 70 lbs, and then one day it just stopped working. For about one year I got more fills - until my band was over full and still had no restriction. I had all the saline taken out for a few months and started fills again. Had many a tests done, and after all this my Dr. and I decided to put a new band in. I still have about (60) pounds to lose. I am getting my old band replaced with the new Realize Band. I am wondering if any others have had there old band removed and this new band put in...and if so how has it been working for you? My surgery will be on Wed, and I am looking forward to finally shedding these last 60 lbs!!

Well I finally got the fill I have been waiting a year for on this past Monday. I now have 3cc in my 4cc band...it's a little tight but I am able to keep liquids down for the past 2 day so I hope the swelling will subside soon. My weight loss is headed back down and I plan to start exercising again next week. OH HOW HAPPY I AM TO HAVE MY BAND!!!!!:tongue:

Yes...I lost almost 70...gained back 15...now I am back on track, I found my sweetspot and will lose it again I am sure. There will always be ups and downs but the downs with the band far outway them without it.

WOW....what a crazy few months it's been! I had my lapband surgery on October 16, 2006. I had 2 fills the last one in Feb of 2007. Lost my insurance for a whole year, and now I finally got health insurance again! I havn't been for a fill in a year and so far I am down over 60 lbs. ~ Most of which were lost the first few months right after surgery. I have not really lost any weight in about 9 months and I have been playing with the same 5-10 pounds. ANYWAY...I AM BACK, I have my insurance back and I am scheduled to see my Dr. on the 28th of this month. I am def going to need a fill and plan to exercise my butt off. I am determined to lose the "last" 50 lbs I am carrying around lol. I will also dedicate myself to come on the boards a lot more to reach out for support and questions....here's to losing the last 50!!! THANKS for letting me get it all out there!!! :smile:

I go to GNC and buy the ANYWHEY, it's unflavored, and not that expensive compared to others. It's virtually tasteless so I mix it with a lot of different things, and it has 17 grams of protein per serving. It's made by optimum nutrition.

Hey yall, I haven't been on in a while, life has been crazy, I just got married last month, and my little one just started nursery school. But I am in need of your support/advice I have been at a stand still with my weight loss, really have just went up /down 2-3 pounds since about June. I am not in need of a fill i don't think, because when I eat "good" food = the food I am supposed to be eating, It only takes a little bit. I haven't exercised since I don't remember, and now I am beating myself up. I was comfortable with the weight I am at for my wedding and I think this comfortable feeling has taken over, I am so lax now. I still have 50 lbs to lose according to my DR. I went from a size 22, now I am in a 12 (OMG a 12)!!!!!!! I really want to knock off these last 50 lbs so I am no longer classified as overweight, so I think I am going to start back on my exercise routine tomorrow, and see where that takes me. As far as a fill goes.....do you think I should wait or not, I haven't had one since Feb, but I find when I eat chips, ice cream etc, I can eat a lot as when I eat a piece of chicken a few bites and I am done LOL. Should i see if i can do it on my own or is that why I was banded in the first place? I could use some advice......

So I am seriously considering getting a tummy tuck. I have soooooo much loose skin in my stomach area. I am only 8 months post op and would like to lose about 35 more pounds before I do it. My question is has anyone had a tummy tuck after the lapband, if so was it painful, and how was the healing process. And did you self pay or did the insurance company help? THANKS!!!

My biggest reason for getting the band was when I was in traffic and this guy cut me off and called me a fat bi*ch, I went home and was devastated but I knew I needed to do something, I wanted to be active with my 2 year old, and not inherit all the wonderful heart disease in my family! Every time I lost 30-40 lbs, I would gain it all back and then some, I LOVE MY BAND!!!

NO you are not being selfish at all. I am getting married in august, and my father and brother are coming in from CA, I too have a 1 Bedroom apartment, for myself, my future husband and a 3 year old, let me tell you its going to be a nightmare, I told my father if you want to sleep on an air mattress in the kitchen then fine you can stay, Now my mom wants to stay too, I am completely besides myself. I know it will be for only a few days but I can totally relate. The thought of having 6 people in a one bedroom is absurd. Tell her your situation, make it as grim as possible, mention no chairs, table settings, towels, ac whatever hopefully she will change her mind or not come at all. If this is something that is going to stress you it's not worth it. GOOD LUCK

This is totally normal until you have your first fill and then it may take a few fills to get to the point where a cup of food is enough. I felt like i could eat a horse until I got my first fill. And when I got the fill the weight came off. I know everyone will say this is the time for healing and any weight loss is a bonus, which I am sure is not what you are looking to hear, but sadly it's the truth, maybe try to do some walking at this point and drink lots of water and it will help curb the hunger. Just stay strong count down those days until your fill and you will do great!!

Hi i was hoping someone can give me some advice.... I am getting married in 70 days, I have had my band since Oct/07, so far I have lost 63 lbs, however I ordered my dress in advance a few sizes too small, anticipating my weight loss. Now with only a few weeks to go I would like to lose another 20 pounds. I have no restriction right now as I am awaiting my new insurance. I can't afford 500 for a fill, with the wedding coming up. I have maybe 3 inches to lose in order to fit into my dress. MY QUESTION IS: I lost 15 pounds pre-op on the liquid diet, do you think it would be safe for me to do Protein shakes as Meal Replacements for a few weeks- like 4? I will be getting in over 90 grams of protein, and I take a Vitamin every day as well as drink a lot of Water? Do you think this will be ok/safe? Thanks in advance!!!!

I started my lap band journey when I was just 24 just turning 25, I wanted to get it done since I was 23, but had to go through all the pre-surgery stuff and didn't have great insurance, I say if your doctor thinks you should get it done, get it done!! If you follow the band rules you will succeed!!