Thanks for your reply Sheri! My stomach is swollen on the side with my band. I have an overall tightness in my abdominal area. I just feel immense pressure on the left side of my stomach. I am also having a lot of gas. I worked out earlier and did some heavy lifting and I think it sent me over the edge.

Hello Board!

Tomorrow I am going to see a surgeon because I am fairly certain that I have a slipped band after a successful 8 year run. Any suggestions on how to get comfortable overnight to sleep. It has been difficult for me to sleep the past few days. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

With sincere thanks,

Natalie

Hi there - I'n not exactly sure how much it costs to have the band just removed (with no revision) but with a revision to RNY it's going to be about 22K - whi*****ludes two nights in the hospital. California is more expensive than other states so depending upon where you live it may be less expensive. Good luck to you - if you're having any of the same problems that I am having I hope you are able to have it removed.

I'm sorry to hear it. (I just passed through Clarksville a little while ago, actually.) I understand the money issues, but is there any way you could see a doc and defer payment, just so you can avoid more damage? I'd really try to explain what you're going through and ask for whatever help they can give. It stinks to have health issues and not be able to address them due to financial reasons.

Hope you can see someone and feel better soon. Take care!

Good luck with everything Kelly