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I think you most definitely have a good chance at losing weight again. You don't seem to have any issues with your band and you seem to want to get back into "band lifestyle". You are showing lots of motivation just by going to your doctor and making an appointment for your surgeon. I think have a great attitude. So many people come on here with an attitude of defeat already. And I can totally understand that feeling. But I always feel that rather than sitting around and throwing yourself a pitty party start making steps towards your goal...which you did!!!
I am 6+ years out. I have lost and maintained 185 lbs. I have been able to recently start to lose weight again. I am 20 lbs from my goal weight and I decided to try to reach that goal. I am proof that even after 6+ years you can start losing weight again if you go back to the basics and exercise.
Good luck.
I am glad you found a local surgeon, will just make things that much easier for you. I wish you best in getting back on track! You can do it!
I made an appointment with a bariatric doctor in town that takes my insurance after I called my surgeon and they said they would be able to release the records to any doctors in my area. I recently saw a doctor who did a full physical and diagnosed me with hypothyroidism. It was that doctor's kindness that encouraged me to get back on track.
Thank you for the encouragement and advice.
Hi Bridget,
You definitely need to see a medical professional to make sure everything's okay with your system. You don't have a pouch to stretch, so I wouldn't worry about that. Your band could be positioned incorrectly or maybe you just need the band filled to get started again, if you're not having any issues.
Are you experiencing any problems with food getting stuck or pain of any kind that might be band related?
The first thing I'd do, personally, is get a comprehensive checkup to make sure all is as it should be. Check to see if there is a doctor in your area who can help you. If not, I'd drive to see your initial surgeon.
Good luck to you. And I'm glad you were able to safely remove yourself from an abusive situation.
Avoid kemmerling, Green Bay, WI
I am now divorced and I know I need to be accountable and go back to see a doctor. I have moved since the surgery and wonder if I should drive the few hours to see my initial surgeon in order to get a referral to a surgeon/doctor in my new town? Also if I have stretched out my pouch is there any hope for me? Or will I have to get a revised surgery? I didn't follow any of the post-surgery recommendations for the past few years. Is all hope lost? I could really use support and advise right now. Thanks.
Thanks, Bette! I am lucky to have great physician support and access to great nutrition. I had hoped that my reflux was entirely haital hernia related but I had a bit of reflux early this morning. I think I am going to have to pay close attention to portions at night and eating early. Otherwise, I am not giving myself enough time to digest. I think that is all manageabele
Cheers,
Susan
Good luck!!
Banded 10 years & maintaining my weight loss!! Any questions, message me.
Hi,
A member is having issues with her band and lives in the Dallas Area. She needs to see a specialist for a revision and her surgeon is not taking her throwing up and issues seriously.
If you live in the area and had the same issues, can you let me know who you used and or recommend?
Thanks,
Kathy
HW:330 - GW:150 - MW:118-125
RW:190 - CW:130
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