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hi folks , I am having this done tomorrow ; I have had several fills since my op my last visit to surgeon just over 4weeks ago , at that point I had documented that I had a 6ml fill in my 10ml band ; but as some hospital paperwork seemed to dispute this I ask for it to be check . 4ml only was present , I got quite distressed and frightened but was assured all seemed fine and had no leak . 1ml was put in so I left with 5ml in ? I am having xray done tomorrow for 2 reasons ; 1st - check all looks ok ; 2nd- check current restriction is correct . Over last 2weeks I have had some days when eating has been very difficult and occasionally drinking ; latter giving feeling of lump feeling in throat . Stress has been an issue and wonder if at times it affects my band ? the last couple of days has been much better , if all physically looks ok tomorrow I guess stress is affecting things . Hope tomorrow will give me the answers I need as this will be costing me £350 , heres hoping . would love your feedback

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Most likely stress is effecting your band, but trying not to be stressed actually stresses me out more!

I'm sure there is not a leak, but if there is, have confidence in your surgeon. You chose him/her for a reason. In my experience hospital mistakes are par for the course....sad but true. So let's just hope that's what it is a not a leak!

Keep us posted and good luck!

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hi thanks for your response , all ok and as it should be ,big relief I can tell you ! so no physical problem no leak no slip . No restriction either inially or small pouch above band . Apparently small pouch not present unless band tight enough , I now have both and seeing things on screen confirmed this and showed me what is happening . Maybe now after 15 months I might now be at the elusive green zone !!! :) heres hoping xx

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