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.

I would think that as long as the band is in the right place and functioning properly , there would be no reason why not.

Your Dr could best guide you in the right direction.

Wishing you the best!

I am just hoping I can get to 4 years and maintain. Do what you need to do for yourself, but you have to really WANT it this time.

I have always wanted it. I lost a total of 80 pounds. Complications caused me to have a complete unfill. Praying everything is okay with my band now. You don't lose 80 pounds or even 50 pounds if you don't REALLY want it! But with a spinal fusion, left and right total knee replacements & revisions & a wrist fusion, it might be a little harder for me now. I can do all things through Christ, Who strengthens me.

I have always wanted it. I lost a total of 80 pounds. Complications caused me to have a complete unfill. Praying everything is okay with my band now. You don't lose 80 pounds or even 50 pounds if you don't REALLY want it! But with a spinal fusion, left and right total knee replacements & revisions & a wrist fusion, it might be a little harder for me now. I can do all things through Christ, Who strengthens me.

That's my verse to live by,along with All things are possible only believe.

Yes you can start over, it's never too late. While you wait to see the doctor read up on the band lifestyle and what you will need to do both for meals and for exercise. Use this forum for support, lots of great people who will motivate and encourage you along the way.

You can do this, I believe in you. Congratulations on turning things around. Hope to hear from you often. Good luck.