The Drama That Is My Band

[Jonathan 5]

I went in for another fill yesterday, and the techs discovered that my band has slipped again. I met with the surgeon who agreed to accept me as a patient (since my original doctor doesn't take BC/BS and doesn't accept any responsbility for the slippage) and we discussed some options.

Nothing caused this re-slip. He says that sometimes scar tissue builds up in such a way that creats a track that the band can slide up and and down, and that even if it slips back into place, it will probably slip again once I start getting fills. There's no way around surgery.

So, they can take the whole thing out -- and may have to, depending on the scar tissue.

If they take it out, they can put in a VG band, which is what I needed in the first place, or it's possible I could have a revision to bypass. I'm contacting another surgeon this afternoon to discuss that possiblity.

If they leave it in, they can try to fix it, clean up scar tissue, etc. He didn't seem overly hopeful about that possibility.

I just wanted to update you all. I'll keep posting and let you know how things unfold.

Jonathan

[one gone dog 0]

good luck to you.

[HeatherGurl 0]

Yes, good luck and keep us posted!

[DeLarla 22]

Sorry, Jonathan. I know what it's like to be in and out of band surgeons' offices, and it ain't no picnic (hmm, I should come up with a better saying that's not food related.)

I wish you the best and hope your next procedure is your last one.

[vinesqueen 2]

Oh man! Jonathan I sure hope the very best for you!

[LilAngel 0]

wow, that is pretty heavy. i am sorry to hear that. let us know how you are doing and good luck with everything.

[NJChick 3]

Oh no !! I'm so sorry Please let us know whats happening and what ever your decision is, good luck !!!!

[angiebell 0]

Good Luck to you! I hope you get the right solution to your problem.

[gordonfamily3 0]

Thanks for the update...I am sure everything will be ok and turn out the way you want it to. Good Luck!!!!

[gentlespirit 1]

Best of luck to you, whichever way you decide to go.

Emily

[paula 4]

Not again?!

Man, I am SO sorry to hear this...

Now Im interested in seeing what choice you made - FIX it (with the larger band) or SWITCH it (to rny).

[banded_for_life 2]

I am sending you hugs and well wishes.

[donali 57]

((Jonathan))

Sending good thoughts your way. Please keep us posted!

[ann38 0]

hi my name is ann ford ,i had my lapband done on 11/18/04 . i have lost 96 ponds in a year and 3months . my weight is coming of slow but my doctors aren't worried. i have trouble with acid reflux seems to be getting worse anyone with this problem i would like to here from you. my e-mail address is fordforda9466@aol.com

thank you ann :couch2:

[ann38 0]

i'm sending best wishes your way and i'll keep you in my prayers. and i think you did the right thing by asking for another opnion. that can cause you a lot of problems..:couch2: