I'm new and losing slowly

buchanank · February 22, 2006

I had my surgery on March 28, 2005. I have lost 40 pounds--twenty since they discovered that I had a VG band instead of the standard band on December 22, 2005. I have had nine fills--not fun--and have finally seem to be on the right track. Has anyone else had this experience? I am getting somewhat discouraged...could use some support! Thanks!:mad:

MyKdsDad · February 22, 2006

Well no kidding...NINE FILLS? Let me guess, they were putting in, like, .5 cc? My DW has the Vanguard also and her first fill was 6CC and she still doesn't have a lot of restriction. Since they got it figured out and got you filled good, I know you'll start to see better results. Don't lose your commitment. It will happen! Slow but sure.....

Banded in KS · February 24, 2006

I got my VG band in April '05 and did not get the "sweet spot" restriction until October. It took my doc a while to get me there. I lost some weight and with it went the restriction. I am back there now again. You have to be diligent with communicating with your doctor on what you can eat and if you are really restricted. But keep at it and if needed, keep coming back for fills until they get you there!