I had my lapband surgery on 11/23/2008. I lost 50 pounds,but then started having problems. At 6.5 ccs in my 9.0 realize band, I had constant reflux. They removed some of the fill I waited a month, then they added a small fill. but less than a month before. Back & forth until they sent me for an upper GI which showed no problem. During this time, my port partially flipped, making it very painful to get a fill. Finally, the decision was made to remove the fluid completely and give it a rest. The band has had no fluid for two years. I went on disability and lost my health insurance. I gained back 40 pounds. Now I am having problems with my liver enzymes being too high. I called today and made an appointment to get a fill with the doctor, not the nurse practitioner. February 13th was the earliest appointment. Has anyone started over this late? I need to lose my weight again for my health. I appreciate your encouragement and your prayers.