Question:
Is my lap-band really doing it's job?

Sometimes the only way that I know that I have a lap-band is by the scars on my belly. I've never thrown up. I have eaten to the point of discomfort. When I do not follow my Dr.'s eating plan, I do not lose a pound. With or without the band, following this plan would make me lose weight so what is the band for? I had my surgery on Feb. 4, 2009 and so far I have only lost about 20 lbs. What am I doing wrong? What can I do to speed things up. Should I insist on a fill? My nut said I didn't need one.    — Cookie1257 (posted on April 30, 2009)

April 30, 2009
I thoughly understand you frustration. I can't wait until my first fill. I am starving. The first 4 weeks I was able to following all diet plan. But I still have 6 days to fill, and have had not problems with band, have lost 20lbs, but sure wish they had already filled my band last week as their is nothing I can't eat as this point. I practiced all the chewing, I thought I would have more problems eating after surgery, but for past 2 weeks since soreness from surgery has worn off I have been fighting the same hunger issues I had prior to this surgery. I am hoping fill will help me with this problem. I am a self pay bander, and want to get the most for my money. If your hungry I would ask for another fill. As long as your doing everything your supposed to be doing a fill is supposed to make it so you aren't hungry. Good Luck in your continued struggle with weight loss. Carolyn James
   — Cjames3259

May 3, 2009
I know how you feel I could not wait till my 1st fill 5CC's and it did help some.........I had my 2nd fill in april 7CC'C.........my doctor told me i was doing good but i want to see more pounds gone but i guess it is working i am down 1 size so that makes me feel better.........I will have my 3rd fill in 8 weeks so i hope this gives me more restriction..........please dont give up i know how you feel i just drink more water to fill me up wishing you luck
   — sawwas