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Wow you've been through a lot. Sorry to hear this. I know that in the US they test the band several times in the operation room before placing it in you. I am one of few that actually had a band and port leak. I just had everything replaced a few weeks ago. It is VERY rare for the band to leak. I sent a PM to Dr. Ortiz and asked him how many band leaks he's had and he said none. He has done thousands and he's in MX, so don't let people scare you with negative coments on getting your band in MX. We found out that it was a band leak through fluro. Have you been tested under fluro? I watched it come right out. As for what you should do? That really depends on you. I have not had a pleasant time this go round, my recovery is longer than last and I also had some type of an allergic reaction to either the morphine or the antibiotic. However, for me, I am pretty darn sure I would even do it agian if I had to. The band, even though it has never worked properly, has truly changed my life fot the better. Good luck with everything and if you want to talk you can always PM me. I know it stinks, but you'll get through it and will hopefully be happy with your results.

So sorry to hear your going through this. It is a very personal choice. I was just rebanded due to a leak in my band and port. My recovery is much harder this time around, however if I went in next week and he told me that he needed to do it again, I am 99% sure I would do it again. I have only had it for 5 months and I am thrilled with the help that it has given me. Best of luck, don't give up on yourself, hang in there, hugs

Kathy-Curves is great. I haven't gone back since the surgery, but I'm hoping the week after next I'll be back there 3-4 times a week. I made the 2 foot club in January and got a free T shirt. I can't wait to see what the 3 foot club does. Kim- I think we should get together this Saturday!!! WHY NOT GUYS!!! It's been to LONG!!! Next weekend I'm out of town. I'm going stir crazy even though I don't have much energy. You are so right about the positive attitude! Even though I'm tired and down in the dumps, don't get me wrong, I am still happy with my NEW BAND and glad I did it. I just want FOOD!!!! Karen-You are to good. When did you call? I would think if it was last week you could call again by now. jttaurus-Be a teenager, why not! Reality life will be starting up soon, so enjoy. Well I'm off for a walk. Not with Lucy is just doesn't get that leash thing yet. Maybe that will wake me up. Have a good night! Where is Angie, Melissa, Loretta, and everybody else...

Wow it is quiet around here! All is good here. Still exhausted, but feeling a little better everyday. Saw Dr.V, ya know the cute one!!! and he wants me on liquids and mushies for 2 more weeks! Yuk scale says I lost like 9 pounds since the 21st!! 216 now! I am very happy! I can't tell you how happy I am that I decided on the band! RNY is way to scary for me. My GF had it last Wednesday and has some unknown fever going on. I'm sure she'll be ok. jjtuarsus, I'm so glad that you are doing well and so brave. I'm just to big of a chicken. Kim-I feel so bad for Curtis and you! That must break your heart. You have such a great attitude! I cried when Dr.V told me about your port, I know he can't wait for me to get off the predisone! Speaking of predisone, today is my first day off. Last night I was itchcing again, but so far so good for today. Have a good night.

Hi Sandy and Welcome! We have a great support system here. Hope you can meet up with us on the 1st. This is a big desision. I am very happy with mine. Research and don't be afraid to ask anything! Good luck with your test.

I can do whatever. Camping sounds like fun!

Karen your younger than me!!! I've never had one yet THL!!

Hi guys, I've been in the pits and on the drugs. I have been hungry which really stinks. Last time I couldn't eat hardly anything. It could be the predisone and my head. urgh...Anyway tomorrow at 10 my staples come out yay!!! I am honestly wondering if I should have had the rny this time. I know I'm nuts I just don't want to go through surgery every agian. This time has really thrown me for a loop. I have to go back and read my journal and then I see how God has lead this band to me and how I had so much trust in him to get me through this. So rereading the journal does help. I know he hasn't gone anywhere. And I know where the dought comes from. It comes from the loser and through Christ I am not a loser. On another note, please lift up a girl from our church, she was in our SS class and then got married and moved away. Her parents are in our class also. Dave, her dad, just lost his mother nad then had a major heart attach less than a week after her death. Now Rebecca got toximia and they had to induce her labor yesterday. Today she delivered a 1.3 pound little girl. She did make a little noice and take a breath. We almost lost both of them the other night. They named her Trinity! Hope you all have a good night. jttaurus you sound great! Congrats!

Thanks all, I am begining to feel a bit human today. Even went to the hospital to visit my friend who had the RNY yesterday. Today is the first day I haven't had to take the benadryl every 3 hours. I'm still a bit red and itchy but so much better. I just can't believe how this surgery has knocked me out this time. And made me depressed.

Dr. Voellinger did mine and many others in the area. Although RNY still seems to be the # 1 choice, he has been very honest with me about the band. I feel very comfortable with him, he is an honest man who will help you make the best choice for you. Good luck.

I had the same feelings. It is so normal. This is all a process and it is very emotional. Hang in there, you'll do great.

And it really sucks when you go through the surgery twice!! But hopefully it will be worth it!

I don't think it is than common, however it does happen. Good luck with your banding. I just got rebanded on the 21st. I never had a port problem and I can already sleep on my stomach.

Same here I was 128 when I got married then first baby I gave my self permission to eat anything I wanted while I was pregant then got pregant again..wow before I knew it 268

WTG that is wonderful and so fast!!!

Thanks, Dr V said that I can use creme for the rashes not near the insisions. The zanax is to calm my nerves at night so I can sleep. Speaking of which nap time....

Hi, I can't read much today just wanted to fill ya'll in. Went to Dr. V and he seemed suprised to see how bad the rashes are. He gave me RX for perdisone which 4 drugs stores didn't have lucky me. I am ging out of my MIND! He said it wouldn't be the glue because the other insisions have nothing by them. So I'm doubling up on the benadryl..which doesn't do a bit of good so far, and taking zanax and pain meds. So hopefully I will get the steriods early tomorrow. Please pray that I get relief SOON!!! I really can't take it! thanks, night night

Hi, I can't read much today just wanted to fill ya'll in. Went to the Dr. and he couldn't believe how bad the rashes were. He gave me perdisone which I tried 4 drugs stores with me luck. I am ging out of my MIND! He said it wouldn't be the glue because the other insisions have nothing by them. So I'm doubling up on the benadryl..which doesn't do a bit of good so far, and taking zanax and pain meds. So hopefully I will get the steriods early tomorrow. Please pray that I get relief SOON!!! thanks, night night

I hope you got to meet some FL bandsters. And Velkommon to America. I'm also a Norsk, although I was born here.

I gave him a call today and told him what was going on. He said it was most likely the same allergic reaction I had in the hospital. He told me to not cover it up unless it stars to ozz and to was it. It may be a reaction to the glue they use or the morfine or antibiatic. I swear it is spreading. Kim I'm so excited for you..and us!!! That is great news!

Susan, feel free to come here anytime!! We have a great time! I hang out at the NJ site also. I think most of the people there are from other places also. I was a Jersey girl all my life so thats why I went there to begin with. Jennifer, You sound like your doing great. The 10 pounds of lifting is what I have been told, well actually no more than a gallon of milk. My puppy is only 7 pounds so I can lift her. I am also going a bit nuts. I'm sure not up to driving yet. But movies and cards good old solitaire, work well. Hang in there before we know it we will be out running.

The rash is around the port. I also have bumps behind my ear on my arm and leg. DH just got the benedryl so I'm gonna take it and see. I think I'm gonna call a friend in the neighborhood who is a nurse and see what she thinks. I'll keep you posted thanks.

I should have that would have been nice. I was so out of it though. I'm glad that part is over I just wish this itchy stuff would stop, it's all over!!! ARGH

Hi gang, I'm real crabby today...I'm itchy and I have a wierd red marks around the large incisions. Itchy on other places of my body..urgh..Sorry for grippin I'm just frustrated. Can I _itch more...On Monday in GM and DH are both flying out. DH is going to Puerto Rico for the WEEK....so they leave at 10:30 in the morning. THEN at 4:30 in the afternoon....HIS PARENTS ARE FLYING IN TO CHARLOTTE FROM FL!!! They live in Columbia SC which is 90 minutes from here. So they are planning on cocming here for the night and then on Tuesday on of the kids will drive them home. They are not like my GM they want to be entertained and FEED!! I'm so not in the mood!!! OK enough...It is rainy here. Lucy the puppy still does have puppy breath and her new favorite place to nap is behind the toilet. She is so cute! Sorry no personals today. I'm going to take some benadryl and hopefully stop itching. Have a good night sleep tight and stay warm.

How wonderful!!! You should go buy a new outfit to celebrate! We are very proud of you!!!