Hello all, I actually had my surgery in Nevada in May 2007, however I moved to MO in August of that year. My initial weight when deciding to have the surgery was 251. On the day before surgery I was down to 242. I found a MD to give me fills, and have been up and down. My lowest was 185, however I was sick all the time. Right now I am back at 220, but have a new determination to stick with it, and to be compliant. I figure joining a group where everyone has had this experience will help me and give me the support that others do not understand.

You might look to see if local WLS surgeons offer live support groups. I know that True Results does at all its locations. I find them to be very helpful. Just do an internet search of lap band surgeons [your city & state] and then look at their websites.

Welcome to LapBandTalk!

I agree... this is a great place to get ideas and to find out what is normal and what is not.

I am in Saint Louis too. I have not been to the support group but there is one every other wednesday at depaul. their phone number is 3446800. also, if you want to call me anytime, let me know and i'll give you my #.