NoName65

I attended a Lap Band support group meeting this evening and one of the topics discussed was the fact that some people never need a fill. Some individuals are lucky enough that the band by itself is enough restriction. When I had my initial consult I was told in no uncertain terms that the band was not to be considered temporary just because it can be removed if medically necessary. I have been dieting and binge eating almost my entire life. I am tired of the dieting game. If having the band in place controls my hunger and allows me to have my life back - it can stay put and be buried with me! lol... It sucks to be fatigued and have diarrhea... I had those symptoms for years and was finally diagnosed with a slow thyroid. I also had low Vitamin D levels. If you truly feel that removal of the band is what's best for you, who are we to talk you out of it? I know it wasn't easy to have the band put in - and you've worked so hard to lose all that weight - I think all of us “Banders” are just concerned about you and don't want you to do something you may regret later. I wish you the very best of luck on your journey! Take Care!

I was banded on June 22nd. Besides the gas pressure, I'm feeling pretty good. It's a whole new lifestyle and it seems a little overwhelming but I try not to let it freak me out. Now my questions... How did you get the weight loss tickers on your profiles? I went to the wb site and created one and I'm not sure how to link it to my profile.