Just wanting other peoples opinions in my situation. I had my lap-band put in back in November of 07' I have lost over 100 pounds with it, and was doing really well until it slipped. Had all fluid removed in Nov. Of 08' then had more fills only to have it slip even worse. I have no fluid in my band whatsoever.. yet I still vomit almost daily. somedays i have trouble with even liquids. My esophagus is in such pain.. it has spasms.. i don't know from day to day if I will even be able to eat.. it's a misrable way to live. I am scheduled for removal on Feb. 22 and my doctor is trying deperately to talk me into gastric bypass. I don't want to have it done, I feel that it is just to drastic of a procedure for me when I only a few pounds to loose and no serious medical issues. I feel in my heart I am not the same person I was two years ago.. this has been such a crazy journey with no regrets. I know I run the risk of gaining weight when the band is removed.. but I know I have the will power to do it on my own... there is NO WAY i will ever let myself get fat again. I have had a taste of this life and I will never go back to my old ways.. I don't even miss them.. However I would love to be able to eat a big fat salad! Is there anyone else out there in this situation?? I am so torn!

It is still the first band, then it slipped, then an unfill, then more fills and the same band slipped worse. correct?

Yes.. sorry if I confused anyone.