I got my lapband in 2008. I was not successful and had the Fluid removed in 2011. For several months I went back and forth about getting another fill. My memories of the time when I had fluid in my band are not good although, if I'm truly honest, nearly every memory I have of food getting stuck involves me eating something that I should not have or that is known to not work well with the band. I finally decided to get a fill a couple of weeks ago and today was the day. I was so nervous. My original surgeon is no longer with the practice so I saw another doc and was quite impressed with him. He was very motivating, didn't make me feel weird or like a failure and I really feel like he is interested and cares about my progress. Not so much with the other doc but I'm one of those patients who can barely talk in the doctors office.
I got about 2 cc's in my 14 cc band. I felt a little shivery inside on my way home but fine otherwise. I just ate a half bowl of cream of potato Soup and I feel kind of full. I really wanted more but I am fighting it. I've been doing really well for the last few weeks of working out and I'm really proud of myself and happy that I have given myself the opportunity to do well with my eating, as well. It is rare for me to do well with both at the same time.
So, that is my lapband story.