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Don't worry about your insurance company, only what True Results sends you. The cash price is usually considerably cheaper than the insurance price, so the bill you get from True Results won't be anything like the statement you get from your insurance company.

Everyone is different and follows very different rules, you'll have to ask your nutritionist what is best for you.

There is no way we can answer that. Only your surgeon can tell you for sure after a barium swallow to check your band's placement. You should go on liquids for 24 hours and give your stomach and stoma time to calm. If you're still having problems, call your doctor.

It's not possible to gain 5 pounds in 3 days unless you were eating over 5800 calories a day. Just stick to your daily calorie allowance and cup or less of food and you'll be fine.

Generally speaking, if you can be satisfied on a cup or less food without hunger for at least 4 hours, you don't need another fill. If you find yourself still hungry after a cup of food or you can't go at least 4 hours without hunger, you probably need another fill. Discuss it with your doctor because he's the authority and expert.

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I had a total unfill in August for emergency surgery and wasn't back to where I was again until late October. So, yes, I've been there. I still lost weight during that time between August and October, but I also stuck to my daily calorie allowance and 1 cup or less of food per meal. You will likely be more hungry but if you don't want to gain (or even still lose) you'll have to be careful to stick to your calories and portions despite the band not being at optimal fill. Just think of it as going back to bandster hell temporarily. It may get a little rough but keep doing the right thing and it will pass without damage. Best wishes.

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Don't be discouraged. I'm guessing you're still wearing the same clothes, yes? That alone will hide your loss because clothes that are baggy make you look bigger. Plus, I find people are really hesitant to comment on weight until it reaches that point it's impossible not to notice. They're scared of going "Oh you lost weight?" just have you go "Uh no, are you saying I'm fat?" Let's face it, weight is a very touchy subject so people very much approach the topic with a lot caution. No one said anything to me and started to notice until I lost about 60 pounds, btw. Be patient, they'll notice

Well first, you have to remember the amount of Fluid in your band is completely irrelevant. Some are at the perfect level with completely empty bands and others need a lot of fills, it all depends on your anatomy. When you say you feel you no restriction, do you realize that "restriction" actually has nothing to do with the band restricting how much or what you eat? Too often, people say restriction thinking the band is going "restrict" what they eat- and that isn't the case. The band isn't supposed to physically stop you from eating, it's supposed to keep you satisfied on less food for longer periods of time. It will always be your job to make sure your portions are a cup or less per meal and to make healthy food choices. Here's a link I think may help you considerably: The Lap-band is NOT about Restriction, by Dr. Simpson: http://drsimpson.net...estriction.html You say you've only lost 10-12 pounds since October. How many calories are you eating a day? Do you keep your portions to a cup or less per meal?

Well I won't lie, I'm glad you have a 10cc band. There's been a lot of problems with the old 4cc bands. So, that's a relief. However much is in your band really is irrelevant. All that matters is how you feel. If you're concerned about a leak, I would insist your surgeon tell you how much is in your band THEN once you know ask that he verify that is how much is in your band. This way you'll know for certain that your band isn't leaking. Do have a look at those links I posted earlier, though. I think they'll help you. Best wishes.

I agree, Amen to that!

Then I wouldn't try eating tonight. I'd go on liquids until tomorrow to give your stomach, stoma, and esophagus time to relax and unswell. You don't want to risk vomiting again. Vomiting is really dangerous with the band, btw. If you do it again please call your doctor so he can help you figure out how to stop.

Do you have a 4cc band by chance?

It really depends, do you mean actually full on vomiting? Or is it PBing, when you just burp food back up? PBing is gentle and doesn't involve retching or your stomach spasms. Vomiting is violent and forceful.

What size is your band? Have you been to your primary care doctor? It's possible your symptoms aren't actually band related at all.

I can't help but wonder if you're expecting the band to physically stop you from eating, because that isn't the band's job. It will always be your job to keep your portions to a cup or less. Here's a couple articles that I think will help you a lot: The Lap-band is NOT about Restriction, by Dr. Simpson: http://drsimpson.net...estriction.html Tighter Isn't Always Better, by Jean McMillan: http://www.lapbandta...ays-better-r118 Best wishes and be sure to follow up with your doctor

Yup I agree with your surgeon, too. Your port is sewn into your abdominal wall, it can't just "shift" unless it's torn loose. At that point, it would be likely flipped not just a little shift.

I would get back in to see your surgeon and make sure you don't need a small unfill Best wishes

Aww you will do great! Deep breaths and positive thoughts! We'll see you on the bandster side!

It's not the CO2 from surgery this long afterward, I'd guess your doctor's office is correct. You're likely either too fast or too big of bites- or a combination of both. The band is positioned in such a way that the band dims the hunger signals from the Vagus nerve. When you overeat, eat too fast, or eat too big of a bite you can get shoulder pain due to the path of the Vagus nerve. If I had to guess, it sounds like that's what's happening with you.

It can, yes. Usually do they do a complete unfill in hopes the band falls back into place. Did your doctor unfill your band?

No, but I do know it has nothing to do with the Lap Band. Call your doctor.

Honestly, no one can you tell you what to do. It's a big decision and not one to be entered into lightly. Educate yourself on the facts (actual facts, not anecdotal evidence online). Talk to your doctor and get his opinion. But at the end of the day, only you can make this decision. Best wishes.