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Hi All,

I was banded July 7, 2010. I have lost 75. Been stuck at this weight loss for at least 6 mos. I just can't seem to hit the 80 pound loss mark.

Last week I started getting sharp pains in the middle of my back when any liquid or food is digesting. I can barely eat anything solid without getting this pain. I am wondering what is going on.. ????

Before this pain, on a regular day I can have coffee, banana fir Breakfast, maybe turkey, Soup and crackers for lunch. Then for dinner maybe I'll nibble a bit from the reg dinner my sis cooks, or if I'm good, ill have peppers, hummus and some yogurt. Im a sucker for chips and salsa and chocolate with red wine...

I have to start running again, that made a huge difference in my weight loss. But right now I'm

just worried about this pain. My regular doctor no longer works for 1800GetSlim so I need to find a new one in the Los Angeles area. Suggestions??

Dena

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I was banded back east in Philadelphia, and had to find a doctor out here. My insurance referred me to a Bariatric Practice in Fountain Valley, the main doctor is Peter Leport. I saw a Dr, Kelly Francis when I was there and everyone was really nice.

They will take you if your banded elsewhere, I did have to get a upper GI prior to my fill and I had medical records to take with me too. I live in Palm Springs so it is a 2 hour drive each way, but they are who my insurance refers patients to. Not sure exactly where your located, but it is an option. Good luck

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I have been having trouble lately also with pain between my shoulder blades & when I take a deep breath. I did get a small defill & it made a great improvement but it is still happening a bit. I don't want to have anymore taken out. It is strange because I have only had 1 fill over a year ago so why now? Strange... It does have me a bit worried though. I've had my lapband for 2 yrs this Sept. Anyone experience same?

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