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my band is gone :(

Hynita

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Hynita    113

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My band and I have parted ways about 2 months ago i was totally disappointed that i had to have it removed after a bad slip that couldnt be fixed after a complete unfill so im making the switch to the sleeve in 1 week im so excited yet nervous something will happen to the sleeve!! I wish all my lapband friends luck and hopefully they have better out comes then i did.

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TheDuchess    106

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Good luck to you!!!! Everything happens for a reason, keep your head up :]

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donna12    742

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I'm curious, did you have symptoms and what caused your band to slip?

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kll724    3,055

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Best wishes!!!

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Hynita    113

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Ya know I really didnt have much symptoms besides being able to eat more. I didnt have acid reflux at all and i wasnt in pain. I went into the office asking for a fill after a year and half not having one and they said thats not normal i should get a upper gi just to check and sure enough there it was :(

I'm curious, did you have symptoms and what caused your band to slip?

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Hynita    113

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ya i was really really disappointed thats for sure. Ive gained 28lbs because there isnt restriction there so i know what you mean im going threw that right now.

Man, if I ever lose my band I hope I can switch to the sleeve quickly. I'd hate to put weight back on and I KNOW I would without the restriction. Good luck!

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STACB    6

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I had an emergency surgery on Tues to put my band back in place..goin into surgery the dr didnt know if he had to take it out r able to reposition it...well i was able to keep it...my slip issues involved not able to drink or eat and pain in my back and chest..it had gotten so bad that i dehydrated myself so if i think u r slipped go to the dr the early u catch the better chance on repair then losing it...

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pastor o    73

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I had an emergency surgery on Tues to put my band back in place..goin into surgery the dr didnt know if he had to take it out r able to reposition it...well i was able to keep it...my slip issues involved not able to drink or eat and pain in my back and chest..it had gotten so bad that i dehydrated myself so if i think u r slipped go to the dr the early u catch the better chance on repair then losing it...

May The Lord Be with you ?

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Playrider    34

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Sending well wishes your way. Take care.

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JustWes    50

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I had my band taken off in Oct of 2012 because it had eroded into my stomach. I was afraid I'd get fat again. I've definitely noticed I can't lean on the band to stop me from getting out of control. But I've also learned a lot of great techniques in the past 4+years to stop myself. I lost 185lbs in total but have only put 5 on since the band taken off... Still a struggle. So far so good...

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hoover123    48

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Hello! I just came across you post and I can relate. I had my band in Jan. 2010 and in July 2012 had the port fixed due to it flipping. After that surgery everything went down hill but my weight. After 7 months of failed fills, trying to convince my doctor and a very painful port site that never healed right (I think scar tissue was the problem and he put it where my belt line lies) there is something wrong and almost all my weight gained back, I finally switched surgeons whom I just love and had the sleeve. I love the sleeve. It keeps me from eating to much, after a couple of bites of something, I am so done. I get my liquids in easily and walk each day. No gyms for me. Nothing wrong with gyms, but to expensive for me and I love to walk. The sleeve is saving my life. I had it done May 1 and down 40 pounds already. That's just by living normal day by day. No diet to follow, I just changed my eating habits and live by them everyday. I see a fast food commercial on TV and I feel like getting sick. So if I read correctly, you would have it done by now. Please share how it went and how you are doing. This site motivates me and allows me to be honest and open. We have all walked in each others shoes in one way or another. I wish you well and much success on your new journey. Renee from WI....

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JustWes    50

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That's awesome Renee, good luck!

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Good4me1313    54

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Best wishes Hynita! I am sure you will be just as successful with the sleeve as you have been with the band. As you know it is a lifestyle change and it appears from your weight loss, you have already learned a few things! :)

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