I was banded in June, 2007. The first 6-8 months went great, and I lost about 40 lbs. Then the trouble began...I was too tight at one point...and could never get the right groove back. Even completely unfilled, I still have occassional pb'ing. Last year I had 4 upper GI's, but no reason for what was going on. I havent been back to my Dr since last Nov, due to frustration. I've gained 36 lbs back, and yesterday got a certified letter from the doctor strongly suggesting I need updated lab work and a check up. So...ok, it's time to go back, and get back on the band wagon so to speak. Has anyone had anything similar happen? Occassionally I think about a bypass, but then I read the complications and instantly realize that isnt what I want. Can anyone give me some suggestions to get me back on track....? I sure could use a shoulder to lean on..

I'm sorry that things are going like this for you! Here are what I would do.

1. get a fill

2. follow all lapband rules

3. Exercise

4. track what i'm eating

5. make sure eating enough Protein, getting Vitamins,etc

Stay positive, things will turn around. Keep us updated! Good luck!

I was banded in June, 2007. The first 6-8 months went great, and I lost about 40 lbs. Then the trouble began...I was too tight at one point...and could never get the right groove back. Even completely unfilled, I still have occassional pb'ing. Last year I had 4 upper GI's, but no reason for what was going on. I havent been back to my Dr since last Nov, due to frustration. I've gained 36 lbs back, and yesterday got a certified letter from the doctor strongly suggesting I need updated lab work and a check up. So...ok, it's time to go back, and get back on the band wagon so to speak. Has anyone had anything similar happen? Occassionally I think about a bypass, but then I read the complications and instantly realize that isnt what I want. Can anyone give me some suggestions to get me back on track....? I sure could use a shoulder to lean on..

I was banded 10/07, and the same with you I lost about 40 then I was to tight and let it go for a year, then I just went back last month got a fill, and feel much better, and back on track, so go get the fill and start again it will be worth it!

Don't beat yourself up about what has happened, you can't change the past. Each day give us an opportunity to start fresh. Go back to the doctors and get a fill and start from scratch. You already know you can do it, you proved it by losing the 40lbs. Good Luck and keep us posted on your progress.