I'm sorry to hear you and your band didn't work out.  I have several friends that have had issues as well, a few revisions and removals.  I wasn't at all impressed with my surgeons program, there just wasn't one, but his technique was good and I had my band plicated, even way back then.  So far, every scan has shown it happy and healthy, it hasn't moved since placement.  I did have a very slight dilatation of the esophagus at one point, but it was self induced, KNOWING darn well I was too tight and trying to  wait just one more day for that unfill.  I had 1/2 CC removed and re-scanned with good results. I do keep my eye on the ol' girl and will continue to, but I thank you much for the reminder.  

This won't ease your mind but I need to let you know that rapid decrease in restriction(especially after so long) can also be a sign of erosion. The band erodes into the stomach which if left undetected can cause sepsis or poisoning of your stomach and insides and can be deadly. It often cannot be seen from the outside and they sometimes have to do surgery to see if that is what the cause is.

Now if you are very lucky it is just a leak somewhere in the tubing or port so don't let this just go on by without keeping a close eye on it, your life could depend on your vigilance. I wish you the best and hope it is nothing more than a leak!

I really am glad yours has worked out well for you mine didn't but hey if it works for you that's all that matters! Sounds like you have a little piece of heaven there in Kentucky, I'm jealous home grown everything!! Sounds delicious and I'm sure that has helped alot, I know I rarely go to the store anymore, mostly because I can't but it helps keep you on track when you don't even have to deal with those temptations. Homegrown just tastes entirely different, I remember how foods tasted as a kid and how they taste now an it's just plain yuck! Enjoy your lovely new life but do be aware that the band can cause horrible damage to so anytime you are in doubt, check it out!!  Best of luck to you!

Thanks for responding. Yeah,the feedback hasn't been to great to say the least..lol. I had the RNY 9 years ago and lost 90 pounds. I gained weight again and stretched my pouch out. It's my fault of course along with my emotions. I having the lap band to tighten it back up to give me the full feeling again. How long did it take you to start losing? I was told it would be slower this time around...

I remember you,! Your life sounds good! And Zinam glad your band is still fine.

I am happily banded at almost nine years and know many people who are equally happy! Unfortunately you may get answers from others you remember telling a different tale - a number have had serious problems. Quite a lot of vets pop in from time to time but very few still post regularly on here.