Hi Everyone, I wanted to tell my story. I had my band on Jan 22nd,2002. I was overweight, unhealthy and unmotivated. I had diabetes and hypertension. I was at 270 lbs. I was hungry 24/7. The day following my band I tried to drink all my fluids. I couldn't get half of them down. I finally knew what it felt like to be full. It took me 2 years to get the weight off. I feel so much more energetic. I feel like I have been given a gift. I have been able to maintain my weight loss for 10 years. I wish everyone the best of luck in their journey. Mona

Thanks so much for the follow up! That is wonderful to know!

Very inspiring -- thanks so much for posting. And a very happy Anniversary to you! Here's to healthy living!

Thank you for posting. We love to hear from banders with more than 10 years experience. I'm going to bookmark this thread as we do see questions about longterm lapband patients.

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Thanks!!! Your post is a gift for me!!

What wonderful success...good for you! Great to hear a success story from someone who has the band long term!

You are inspiring. Thanx.

Congrats on your longterm success! Always nice to hear such positive stories.

Yes! This is awesome. Thank u for sharing. I am a bandster since 5/12 and love it!! I've had one fill so far and have lost 45lbs with 30lbs until my goal weight. I must admit that I do worry about long term sucess with the band. Most peple have a few years but you have 10!! Awesome. Congrats and thanks for being an inspiration. Let's do this guys!! Let's stick to our exercise, drink our water, eat our protein. Lets remeber why we got banded in the first place to---to lose weight and live happier healthier lives. Yay!!

Happy Anniversary!!!

it is so encouraging to see a post from someone that has done it. thanks it really helps to hear from ppl that have so many years under their belt. we have some great vet's on this site and would love to hear your stories and suggestions. congrat's on your bandiversery

Happy bandiversary to you! You are 10 year sand still loving it, that is great news! Congrats on your continued success. Karen..aka..kll724

Impressive!!! I'm glad to know the band works longer than a couple years. Congratulations!!!!