Greetings from Michigan

[robink 0]

Hello all,

I was banded on March 15, 2007. Surgery done in Ypsilanti, MI by Dr. Schram. To date I have lost 30 pounds. However I lost that the first month and have not lost more since then. I have had 3 fills. I think I may need another one. Any thoughts? I am sure I have overeaten the past 2 weeks. Vacation and Daughters High School Graduation party. What damage happens with overeating? Can it be corrected?

Thanks in advance for replies and advice.

Robin

[Big As Life 0]

Robin,

Did you feel any restriction with any of your fills? If so, I wouldn't think that you have damaged your band...the only thing I think you could do by overeating is stretch out your pouch....I don't know...maybe after your next fill you will feel restriction....I go for my second fill on Monday...the first one I couldn't really tell any difference, hoping this one will give me some restrictions...

[juno610 1]

Hi Robin! I'm a Michigander too :mad:

I was lucky enough to feel restricted on my 2nd fill, but everyone is different. The best advice I got from my doc was to limit my portion to 1/2 cup, then see if I am still hungry. Don't test your band!

Also, I have to agree that the first 30lbs was a piece of cake, but I really had to fight for the next 10. I gained a few back due to some ice cream splurges and not exercising, but I just got a new fill and I'm back on track.

Best of luck to you!

maria