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Hi Everyone, Hope you're all happy and well. Like lots of folks, I'm traveling via air this weekend, and understand that by the time of my return flight, all airline passengers will be subject to the new full-body scanner systems at the airport. Has anyone heard if these detect or "go off" as a result of the band? Even more worrisome, could they damage the band (or my insides!) in any way? I remember receiving some warnings about certain types of medical testing involving x-rays when I was banded. Thanks for your help! Probably Just Being Paranoid and Planning a Great Trip Regardless, Wen :blushing:

Sorry, I meant to come back here and tell you all as soon as we got back (um, two months ago). I forgot. :opps: Anyway, of course as soon as it was our turn in line, they switched us to the new scanners, and all of 3 completely non-traumatic seconds later, we were on our way to the gate. No biggie at all. If they saw the band, they didn't mention it. They also neglected to comment on my fancy new bra.

Hi grmadeb01, Congrats on your surgery. I hope all goes well for you. One thing I have done is every time I go in to see my doctor (band doc or just general physician), I point out to them any problems my loose skin is causing, even very minor things. I then ask them to please make note of the problems in my files. By the time I get to goal weight, I should have enough notes to more than justify the medical necessity of getting rid of this skin. I have had regular and very annoying complications such as yeast infections, heat-related rashes, and just plain old discomfort and difficulty with exercise, etc. So yeah, anytime you go in, let your docs know and get them to keep a written record. Did your insurance pay for your band? That's always a good sign regarding the removal of loose skin afterward. Best of Luck, Wen P.S. To be honest, even though my loose skin has caused issues, I don't think I'll be doing anything about it. I'm allergic to opiates, and the surgery just looks way too intense and painful. I think I'd rather just stay mushy. But, like I said, I'm keeping good records just in case I change my mind.

Hiya isaviolinist. I just found this on the TSA website (finally!). They must have been getting questions. "For comparison, the energy projected by millimeter wave technology is thousands of times less than a cell phone transmission. A single scan using backscatter technology produces exposure equivalent to two minutes of flying on an airplane. Note: Advanced imaging technology screening is safe for all passengers, including children, pregnant women, and individuals with medical implants." Whoo hoo! We can both stop worrying now. Enjoy your travels!

Oh, and I'm pretty positive the old scanners could not detect the band at all. I traveled internationally on numerous occasions and never even set off any sort of detector. So, I guess post-November 24, we shall see if these new things are any different. Eeep!

Thanks for the response JuneAct2. I've flown at least 20 times since being banded with no problems whatsoever. It's just the new scanners which have me freaked. I think it might the fact that they are referred to as "advanced imaging technology," which, to me anyway, implies it's similar technology to MRIs. It just sounds so...medical.

I agree elce. I'm just going to enjoy myself and if anything comes up, oh well. It will beat flying at my old weight regardless! :w00t: Getting felt up could be an interesting start to the vacation honk, but I think I'll just ask my hubby to do it once we're settled at the hotel. :blushing: Thanks for the responses. I'll let you know if anything crazy DOES happen.

Hi All, Hope this finds everyone well and happy. I got my band in May of 2007, and one of the best "side effects" has been that it completely cured my acid reflux. Well, in September 09, I became ill and had to have an unfill. :thumbup: I haven't been refilled yet, but I feel my acid reflux creeping back. Do you think a good fill will help or hurt? Hopefully tightening things up again will do the trick, but wondering if anyone else has experienced this? Thanks! Wen

Today I will stay on plan because I deserve to feel really good.

Try something oily. That usually works with sticky stuff on skin. Baby oil maybe.

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I'm staying on plan today because I want to sit comfortably in any chair anywhere in the world.

I have BCBS Federal. All follow up, including fills, is completely covered for the six months for me.

Oh, and... I'm staying on plan today because the next time I get on a plane, the seatbelt is going to fit and I am going to put my little tray table all the way down!

Hey Losinjusme, This will pass. It absolutely totally completely sucks, but it WILL pass. You are such an inspiration to me, and you have already done so much and made such incredible progress. You are dedicated and amazing, you don't have to perfect on top of all that! Wen

Hiya, Does anyone here take flaxseed oil? Is there any reason to not take it with the band? Thanks! Wen

I would be worried that the seeds would puff up in the belly, like seeds tend to do. You might not realize how full you are before they puff, and then be miserable afterwards? Does that make any sense?

Hehehe, I'm 37 and my husband turned 29 yesterday. Is he getting a little too old for me now? Nawww, he's great! Very mature and takes excellent care of me (in my feeble old condition).

Hello All, I'm Wendi from Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. I'm married to a lovely Wiganer via Manchester-ian. I will be in Wigan and Manchester over the holidays this year and wondered if any lap banders would like to meet up for lunch/tea/drinks/whatever. Please let me know. I would love to meet some of my English sisters/brothers. Wen

Sucks doesn't it? Oh well, something will kick start the losing again if we just keep at it. Something always does!

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Sooo close, but I got stuck at 288. Oh well, Thanksgiving challenge, here I come!

I've heard it's hard to find someone who will do fills and follow up if you had surgery in Mexico. But, I think there is a fill center in Murray somewhere who may do them. I think it might be called Fill Center USA or something similar. Anyone?

Hi Trying 2, I'm Wendi from Sugarhouse. I was banded on May 17, and have lost 70 pounds so far. Emotionally, I haven't had many problems until the last couple of days to be honest. I've been sick the past two days (toothache) and lonley (husband out of town) and feeling sorry for myself. Anyway, before, I would have stuffed my feelings down with lots of food. But now, that is virtually impossible. So, I'm feeling my feelings and breathing deeply and doing my best. I'm not sure how I would be dealing with stressors had I not had lots of therapy and really made an effort to prepare myself emotionally prior to surgery. All I can suggest it that you take your time, follow your pre-op diet exactly (to get to know what hunger really feels like), and have a good support system in place. Other than that, I say have your surgery the moment you feel ready, because my only regret has been that I didn't do this sooner! Best of luck, Wen

Hi Jill, Have you found someone who will do your fills and aftercare after banding in Mexico? Wen