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I am sorry to hear that you are having to go this this, I am sure being just 15 months out is frustrating. Hang. In. There. You can do this, until everythignis resolved, it may take more of an effort, again, you can do this. You have the "want-to" to lose weight or else you would not have had the surgery, as you know surgery is no the "easy out", it still requires work from you. You will jsut have to do your part a little more, but it will all be worth it in the end. Promise!

LOL! Sliming is NOT pretty, but I sure do feel better when it comes up!

Yes, when I get stuck, I try walking first, then I will PB if necessary. I do not go out to eat very often for this very reason, but truth be told it is my own fault when it happens. When I do go out to eat, I usually order soup or a baked potato or a crab cake, things I know won't get stuck. This is not for the faint of heart!

Thanks so much, I appreciate you taking the time to reply to my post.......UPDATE...... Finally got a call back yesterday from my lap band surgeons office, and they said it was "required" to unfill my band if I am having surgery and going under. I so totally disagree. I have had more than just a few major surgeries and have never had any problems being put to sleep or coming out of it...ever. Told her I was still paying off the last fill I had done this past October. I think they want me to have it unfilled just so I will have to come back and have it refilled! =( I am having a hysterectomy and my GYN knows I have the band and thus far has not mentioned having an unfill. I am so torn, I NEED to have the surgery, just not sure I am willing to have my band unfilled. What to do........

I am having surgery in a few weeks, and want to know if I HAVE to have my band unfilled? I am finally at my "sweet spot" and scared to death of having it taken away! Have any of you had surgery since being banded and did you have you band unfilled or not? Thanks for your support! =))

Congratulations on your decision!! I was banded in February 2009 and have never looked back. However, I too did not want "everyone" to know, so I told only my immediate family (some, not all of them either!! :smile2:) and a few friends that I knew would support me and respect my privacy. Now that I am this far out, I do tell others about my surgery if they ask, especially those that are struggling with weight issues themselves. I stress to all that I WORK at this on a daily basis, it is NOT the easy way out. By making lifestyle changes, better food choices, portion control and exercise, I have finally been able to have my life back. Having said all that, we all need support, it is not easy, some days a just better than others. Best of luck, let us know how you are doing and by all means, however you decide to chart YOUR journey, it will be the right way for YOU. Ann :blushing:

I am soooo glad I found this thread today. I was banded in February 2009. I lost over 100 before my 1year anniversary. I was(am) so proud of myself. By June of this year I had lost 120 pounds. Somehow between June and now, I have totally lost all motivation and have regained 20 pounds! I think that I have let life get in my way and have "forgotten" WHY I got my band in the first place. Today begins my journey again......:puke: I have a call in to my doctors office to go in and have a check up as well as discuss another band fill. I wish each of you tremendous success on your own journey and thanks for the thread, again, it was exactly what I needed today! Ann =)

I soooo agree! I too think that most all of us here are food addicts.... Beating an addiction takes dedication and attention, it won't just go away if ignored or thought to be "overcome". It is a daily effort to make the right choices and to keep motivated, or at least it is for me. I have become very lax on my journey in the last few months and the scale is telling on me. That is why I am back here, for the support I need (we all need) to stay on task. I wish each of you success on your own journey! Keep on coming back here to continue to stay motivated and inspired along the way........ Ann

WONDERFUL post, just what I needed to see! I was banded 2-2009 and had GREAT success.....until I started getting lax about 3 months ago! Of the original 120 pounds I had lost, I have regained about 9! NOOOO....... Okay, so I am recommitting to exercising like I was, journaling and getting outside support (hence, my posting on here too)! I have not had a band fill in months, so it is probably time to call the doctors office and make an appointment for another fill. Thanks to all of you that are helping me to get back on track too! Good luck and best wishes to all of us! Ann :rolleyes2:

WOW!! I am so happy that you are in such a GREAT place right now!! Keep that positive attitude and you WILL achieve even greater feats!! Congratulations and the very best of wishes on your continued journey! :rolleyes2:

Congrats Pipedoc!! It's a GREAT feeling isn't it?? Keep it up, you and I will both reach our goals before we know it! :smile:

I totally agree with what everyone has said so far. You are more than likely just fine....however, be sure and follow whatever guidelines YOUR doctor has given you. I remeber being a little "freaked" out about every little thing in the beginning, but in time you will become very comfortable with your new band and your new lifestyle. Welcome to the rest of your life!!

Yes, yes, yes!! Best thing I have ever done "just for me"! I feel better mentally and physically than I have have in YEARS!! =) It does take work and dedication, but it is so worth it.

Interesting, think I will check my insurance as well....they paid for my band surgery. Worth looking into, however, I do have a hernia that needs to be fixed, so I was thinking that while they are in there...may as welll do a tummy tuck and my bat wings! I am started to get excited about having that done! Hope you all enjoy this beautiful weekend!!

That is WONDERFUL!! :frown: Congratulations!! I am starting to think about what I want to have done, had surgery February 5, 2009 and am down 118 pounds. I am curious to know how you got your insurance to cover it. Hope I am not too nosey, but I am hoping that my insurance would at least cover some of my surgery! Thanks so much, and again, congratulations on getting your date!! I know you must be very excited!! =)