I had lapband surgery several years ago (2008) I went regularly for visits up until the last 3 years and I just honestly had not been able to afford a dr visit. I had almost all the Fluid removed last time I went to Dr because of overfill and I was supposed to go back and get a bit more to get me back to the green zone. A lot of stuff was happening in my personal life at the time I went through a severe depression. I am just now getting around to really caring about myself again. I believe I need a fill because I do not get full very fast but I do have to eat slowly or food feels like it gets stuck in my throat. I am wanting to see if anyone else has experienced not getting a fill for years like I have and then gotten a fill.

I just wonder

1. What is the experience like after not getting a fill for so many years.

2. Why do I not feel full as quickly as I did when I was in the green zone yet I still have to eat slowly or food feels stuck in my throat? (is this normal)

Thank you for any answers.

Can't answer your questions , just wanted to welcome you back. Good luck!

Thank you :-)

I wouldn't think it would be any different than it was the first time around, but I don't know.

I think your second question is normal. The band causes some restriction even empty.

I wouldn't worry much. He will probably start replacing your fill slowly. Who knows, as finicky as the band is maybe it won't take much.

Good Luck and Welcome Back!

I can't answer your questions, Ive been banded 7 months. My advise is call your doctor. What is the worst they will say? We missed you, now lets get you back on track.

Welcome back and good luck! You can do this!

I can relate totally. I was banded 4 years ago. Was super close to goal. Suffered a slip and an unfill a year and a half ago. In the last year and a half my husband had a affair and i opted for divorce becoming a single Mom of 2 young children. I also was laid off from my job and lost my health insurance. I didn't make myself a priority and gained back 50 pounds:-( two Weeks ago i had my aha moment and got a fill. My Dr was supportive. My full was no different than any of the other ones i had. That's the beauty of the band. It's like our best friend....there for us when we need it. You have taken the first step back on the band wagon. Welcome back and good luck on your journey!

Good for you Kerri! It sounds like you're on the right track. Keep us posted.

Thanks i will:-) i go back to my dr next Monday. He have me 5cc because that's where i have been successful in the past. I am making healthier choices and eating smaller portions. Head hunger still gets me but I'm pretty close to me sweet spot!

Judy checking in... I was down eleven and a half pounds!:-) I'm on my way to onederland!