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That is crazy! I am glad that you got the revision and it is working right now. Good for you for loosing 20 pounds anyway! Excited to hear how it goes for you now! Good luck!

I didn't realize they had a unwich...I am totally going to get that next time I go there! Thanks for the tip!

I have that problem also, I will have days when I think that I need a fill because I can eat anything and so I make up my mind to get a fill. The day before I have problems with getting stuck. I think my band is fickle...but I love it anyways! When I can eat whatever, I try (and it is hard) to eat good choices but I love to be bad sometimes too. If I eat something sweet, I make sure that I have a cheese stick or something with it. It makes me feel like it cancels each other out somehow. This has been a funny journey to try and get my mind in tune with my stomach. Keep up the good work!

I say that you should stick to this rule from the beginning to start the habit because it really is something you need to get used to. You can do it!

I agree, you are BEAUTIFUL and a great success! Keep positivie and enjoy your journey! You have a beautiful family that loves you and what more could you ask for.

I had my surgery last March by Dr. Kuri and I loved him. Everything went perfect and it is just like people have commented above. They come and pick you up at the border and take you back to the states. The hospital is the cleanest I have ever seen and everyone you meet is the kindest people you will meet. I would not hesitate to recommend anyone to Dr. Kuri. Good luck with your decision.

I am so sorry to hear about your loss! I wish you the very best of luck, I am not going to lie it is something always in the back of my mind. The last couple of days my stomach has been hurting and I pray that my band is ok. I hope that you start feeling better and can keep your head where it needs to be.

Great subject...I was wondering if anyone was bothered by watching people eat now, I thought it was just me. It makes me disgusted and nervous. It's funny when you realize how fast and how much you used to eat and then you know for sure why you had the weight problem. I am so glad that I am not so addicted to food anymore. Sometimes I wish I could eat just a little bit more than I eat especially when it is so delicious but I wouldn't change where I am for anything!

I would definately do it again! I have been very happy and determined to make the right choices to loose the weight. I tell myself everyday positive thoughts and believe that I can do it and that I deserve to be thin. I pray that if you make the decision to have lapband that you stay focused and believe in yourself and the great value that you have! You will love the newfound energy and confidence!

Congrats! I remember how excited I was to be able to say that, keep up the good work!

This is the first time I actually ever saw a forum for March bandsters and thought I would say hello and tell you all to keep it up and don't give up. I was banded 3/3/10 in Mexico by Dr. Kuri and it was a great experience. I am so happy with the results that I have achieved with the band. I have reached my goal and now am maintaining. I hope you all are doing great!

Hi! Just wanted to let you know my experience with fill doctors here in Utah...I had my band on 3/3/10 in Tijuana, Mexico by Dr. Kuri and it was the best experience ever. I called Surgical Weight Loss Center in Salt Lake and they are happy to do my fills. They charge $100 for new patient and then $75 for a fill. Now if you go back within two weeks, there is no charge and so if it takes a couple weeks to get your fill correct, there is no charge. After the first few times I did get a bill in the mail charging me and I freaked out but I called them and told them I was self pay and they took care of the error. I have been very happy with all of their help. When I went I just took the info that my surgeon gave me and I have not had any problems. Hope this helps...oh, their phone # is 801-746-2885

Have you ever tried Magnesium? It helps with a lot of issues (try http://www.mgwater.com/benes.shtml) .At my health food store I buy a product called "Calm" which is a powder magnesium that you add water to and drink it. It really helps with a number of things. I also take Benadryl to help me sleep but I think it is similar to Simply Sleep which you stated did not work for you. Best of luck in finding the help you need.

Congrats! I love reading all of the success stories! Keep up the great work!

I also had a lot of hair loss in the first seven months. I didn't do anything about it and it has thickened up again back to normal. Sounds like this happens more often than not with rapid weight loss. Always check with your doctor if you are really worried. Take care.