I posted a few weeks ago about maybe needing an unfill. I saw my doc today and got a small unfill. (0.3 out of 2.2 in a 10cc band). This is my first unfilled ever - since being banded in 2004!! I lost 4.2 lbs last month so I'm doing something right. I was still having to "spit up" sometimes and it took me literally forever to eat!! I've lost a total of 59.3 lbs and still have another 50 to loose. I'm well on my way!!

You've only lost 60lbs in 9 yrs? Why unfill? Sorry you should have been at goal years ago!

Way to go

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You've only lost 60lbs in 9 yrs? Why unfill? Sorry you should have been at goal years ago!

Not clear to me either....2.2cc and 60 lbs since 2004?

It's not my place to judge, and I know everyone chooses to do this differently, but I ad 4cc on my first fill 1 month after surgery...and that was not nearly enough...

But the band is adjustable and suits each individual's liking......

everyones jouurney is personal and obviously very different. you're right... don't judge!!! jus sayin. positive comments ONLY are appreciated.

everyones jouurney is personal and obviously very different. you're right... don't judge!!! jus sayin. positive comments ONLY are appreciated.

Your right! Everyone's journey is different! I have been banded since 2006 and was at goal for only a few years. Things happen with the band, life happens, and other health issues arise. You've lost over 60 pounds! Who cares if your not "at goal"! Your not 280 pounds anymore! I don't think the ONLY form of success is that you see a chart given number on your scale! Keep up the good work and never give up! Your no less healthy than a portion of the people on this site that reach their "goal" by getting their bands so tight that they suffer from acid reflux every day and don't eat enough to get the proper nutrients for their bodies to be healthy! Every persons journey is different and everyone's goals are different! I personally think you have been successful. You haven't quit or given up! Keep going, I'll be rooting for you!!!

I agree with laurigee. 100%. Everyone is different. Your doing great !!!

Ive been banded since 8-09 and lost 50 then gained back 25. Im had an unfill last time because I was so tight that I had to sleep sitting up. It was BAD. I go back in tomorrow for another fill. (less this time). I understand your journey. The way I look at it is that where I am today , even though I am not at my goal, is still better than where I was. Good luck with your journey!!!

Ive been banded since 8-09 and lost 50 then gained back 25. Im had an unfill last time because I was so tight that I had to sleep sitting up. It was BAD. I go back in tomorrow for another fill. (less this time). I understand your journey. The way I look at it is thatwhere I am today , even though I am not at my goal, is still better than where I was. Good luck with your journey!!!

thank you for your reply to my post. i totally agree w/you - and jus like you, eventhough i'm not a goal - i'm healthier than i was when i started!!!! thanks again

I had my surgery in 2005, lost 70lbs, had to go on a band vacation, gained it all back, just had it tightened two weeks ago, and I have lost 10 lbs. That's my journey. Good for you, at least you kept it off all this time.

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I had my surgery in 2005, lost 70lbs, had to go on a band vacation, gained it all back, just had it tightened two weeks ago, and I have lost 10 lbs. That's my journey. Good for you, at least you kept it off all this time.

Check out my blog www.biscuitsandexcuses.blogspot.com

BritneyB - congrats on getting back on track!! jus curious, how much was your fill? i had 0.3 cc removed and it has made a huge difference. when i go back in April - i think i am going to ask for a small re-fill.. i am getting too comfortable to being able eat. this is a huge change from me not being able to eat decently for a long time. i'm scared i'm going to be out of control!!!! my small-refill cannot get here not soon enough

Port talk!

New here an I don't know if I'm posting this right..?

I'm 6 weeks and 1 day post op

4cc's in my band and I have NO restriction is that normal?

And is it normal for your port to have moved upward? It used to be under my incision and now it's above!

Thank for the help!

-brianna XOXO

everyone is different. I am glad that you ad others are getting back on track. You are heading in the right direction, and have lost 50lbs.Congrats to you!

You've only lost 60lbs in 9 yrs? Why unfill? Sorry you should have been at goal years ago!

I don't understand why you would judge anyone on their journey. Just saying...find something positive and offer some support.

Port talk!

New here an I don't know if I'm posting this right..?

I'm 6 weeks and 1 day post op

4cc's in my band and I have NO restriction is that normal?

And is it normal for your port to have moved upward? It used to be under my incision and now it's above!

Thank for the help!

-brianna XOXO

I would post a new thread if you want participation, apparently it's called hi-jacking a thread if you post off subject and want a response, lol. Some veterans will tear you apart, I've seen it. Haha

I am fairly new, so I haven't experienced your situation, but I'm sure others have. Good luck.

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I'm new too. Didn't know what I was doing.

-BriannaXOXO