Going back to doctor after couple years

[JJLaw08 4]

So I haven't been to my lap band doctor in 1 1/2 to 2 years, and I am in need of a fill, but I'm nervous. I have gained around 12 lbs. since I last saw him so I really need to go back, but I don't want to get yelled at . The other problem is he moved offices so it was 40 miles away from me, which is hard to get off work half a day just to go get a fill. But he has now moved back to his old location which isn't even 10 miles away so that's a good thing. I guess I just need advice on what to do....

[daniotra 298]

Just go. He's not going to yell at you. You need an adjustment and then hopefully you'll start losing again.

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[Bandista 7,466]

The band only works when it's adjusted properly and I owe myself to keep it working optimally -- you, too! And you're the customer. YOU are in charge of your body and your band. 12 pounds? Meh, you can do this no problem but you are in charge. Throw your shoulders back and get in there ASAP.

[dr.sweetie 19]

JJ... Just do it. You are worth it!!!

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[JJLaw08 4]

Thanks for the encouragement. I made an appointment today so I'll go in two weeks. Looking forward to getting back on track. I just needed a kick in the booty.

Edited June 2, 2016 by JJLaw08

[PrettyThick1 1,860]

You didn't do bad at all...try gaining 50 back in half that time. I'm going for my first fill in 18 months in a couple of weeks.

[JJLaw08 4]

I'm a little mad at the moment. I wasted my time over two weeks to go into his new office and fill out paperwork then went today for a fill under fluro for nothing at all.

He said I had 8 cc in there which is pretty tight. I asked how much it would hold. He said some patients he's gotten up 9 cc in there. He might have put 1/4 cc in he said.

Okay seriously I can eat a freaking sandwich if I wanted to. I don't like sandwiches all that much, but you get my drift. I can eat just about anything I want. My food hardly gets stuck. I never throw up. Seriously I wasted my time and money for nothing. At least my band and everything looks good he said.