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Hi everyone....

I had my surgery two years ago. I lost 50 pounds. In the past 6 months I have been at such a standstill. I think I am tight enough and I am making the right food choices but the scale does not move. I even walk/run about 5 times a week, I have an appointment tomorrow to see my doctor. Should I get a bit more put in? Any advice would be helpful!!!

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First, congratulations on what you've lost so far, and for getting so near to your goal weight!

I've hit plateaus and pondered the same questions you are asking. I think the clue is that you not losing, yet you are following a diet and exercising. Your band may be due for a small fill. If you are nervous about the fill, I;d suggest doing it early in the week, just in case you need some Fluid removed a day or two later. You don't want to run into problems on a weekend.

Good luck, and let us know how it turns out!

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I had the same question last month. What made me decide to go with it was I started rummaging through the house looking for food. Even after I had earen

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Thanks for the support! So I saw my doctor on Tuesday and he put a small amount in. He suggested to go back to the post-op surgery diet for at least two weeks. So I am doing a few days of Protein Shakes and liquids and then will move to soft foods. He feels it will give me a boost and help me to reach my goal.

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