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Life After Band Removal

IamFran

By IamFran, in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums

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IamFran    10

IamFran
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Hello, Everyone

I've made the decision to get my band removed rather than repositioned. However I don't regret getting WLS I lost 67 lbs. I know it'll be very hard doing it on my own but I'm willing to give it a try. So if you've had your band removed or are contemplating removal I want to hear from you!

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kca1fan    326

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I hope you keep us posted on your progress. You sound determined to beat this battle of the bulge. Using the lessens learned from the band I wish you much success.

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B-52    7,113

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I'm more interested on why you're having the band removed......

and how long has it been since your surgery???

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IamFran    10

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I'm getting the band removed rather than revised because I've had problems with slippage before. I've emptied than refilled twice and I was faced with removal or revision. I refuse to put myself through the emotional toll again and there would be a possibility that slippage may occur even after revision. I also fell that my body is negating the band.

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B-52    7,113

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I'm getting the band removed rather than revised because I've had problems with slippage before. I've emptied than refilled twice and I was faced with removal or revision. I refuse to put myself through the emotional toll again and there would be a possibility that slippage may occur even after revision. I also fell that my body is negating the band.

Sorry to hear...and Thanks for the response.....myself, and other people here are always concerned about possible complications and reasons for them.....

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Maddysgram    6,159

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Haven't had this happen to me, but I wanted to wish you all the best. I do believe if you try and follow the rules you learned with LB eating, you can do well.

Smaller portions, eating really slow and chewing a lot just to slow you down, logging your food and calories, drinking a lot of Water, avoiding empty calories,moving more and finding a support group if you feel we can't help you here.

Best wishes!

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Maddysgram    6,159

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Best of luck to you!

May I ask what made you change your mind?

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IamFran    10

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Hey guys I'm 3 days post-op in pain but bearable with my pain meds. My constant battle with my weight and my insurance changed my mind. I never had issues with my weight until after puberty. I've always eaten healthy with a few cheats here and there (like us all) and exercised 3 days out of the week. Even with exercise and eating healthy my body would lose a couple of lbs and gain it right back or more. I couldn't allow this to happen again after Officially being out of the 200s. The Band allowed me to keep my lifestyle the same with more productive results. My insurance also wouldn't cover any WLS at this point because of my low weight. If I were to have issues again with the band I can convert to the Gastric Sleeve. The band repositioning already feels great! My GE Reflux went away immediately and my fluids are going down pretty well. So only the future can tell. Thanks so much for the Support :)

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IamFran    10

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That is such great news!!! Glad to hear that you are feeling good and the reflux is gone!

Thank you so much!

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Hey guys I'm 3 days post-op in pain but bearable with my pain meds. My constant battle with my weight and my insurance changed my mind. I never had issues with my weight until after puberty. I've always eaten healthy with a few cheats here and there (like us all) and exercised 3 days out of the week. Even with exercise and eating healthy my body would lose a couple of lbs and gain it right back or more. I couldn't allow this to happen again after Officially being out of the 200s. The Band allowed me to keep my lifestyle the same with more productive results. My insurance also wouldn't cover any WLS at this point because of my low weight. If I were to have issues again with the band I can convert to the Gastric Sleeve. The band repositioning already feels great! My GE Reflux went away immediately and my fluids are going down pretty well. So only the future can tell. Thanks so much for the Support :)

I wish you the best of luck on your new journey. :)

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Mel1975    7

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Good Luck! I hope things work better for you this time.

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