My Dilema...

[Txblue_eyedqt]

Hey all,

I have really been down and out the past few weeks, just havent been loosing, eating everything in site, umm just feeling plain discusting and aweful about myself...so I finally saved up another $150.00 to go get a fill, well I went paid my money to get nothing...NO FILL.....at the time she tried under fluro of course, but she added some and I couldnt even swallow the barium.....soo she put me back down to 3.0ccs....which would be great, but i have no restriction at all, i cant eat a cow!!! I feel like im alwayyyss eating something...
When she put me back down to 3.0 ccs, she told me that she felt like my pouch may have been a little swollen....so she put me on liquids for 3-4 days and she said that would help, BUT nooo im still hungry alll the time, and can eat large amounts not as big compared to before my band, but large enough where im gaining weight back.
Im not the perfect bandster at all times, but Im better with my eating habbits when I have more restirction, but without this restriction im not the best i can be!
I have had all the blood test to check my cholesterol, blood sugar, you name it, and everything is fine.....
OHHH...one more thing, I did get sick that evening after my fill apoinment, with fever, congestion, couging....would that have maybe made me more adjusted and so when she tried to fill my band it wouldnt accept anymore?? so now that im well should I try and go back, I just dont want to waste another $150.00 .....I have paid them $300.00 in the last month going back and forth, or should I maybe call my band doctor's office???
What step should I take now?? Need help please, or suggestions???

[HeatherGurl]

I think you should call Spivak's office and try and talk to Brenda. Explain everything that has been going on.
What has happened to you is one of the main reasons I like Spivak to be there for my fills... he is the Dr. and he knows if something isn't right.
I was wondering where you had been girl!!!! I sure hope you are ok and please call his office. You know they will do what they can for you.
Big HUGS!!!!

[Kat817]

Have you tried calling the office, and asking---explaining that you just don't have the extra $$$, unless you feel like you will get some change this time---maybe they will work with you.
The Dr. my SIL and I use for our fills, charged her for the fills, and then for the subsequent unfill, but when we went back for her to begin filling again, they didn't charge her that day. Sometimes they are willing if you are willing to ask about it. I do realize it is not a fun thing to even have to ask about!
I wonder if you weren't already swollen in regards to the illness when they were trying to fill you. I know if I run any kind of fever, I get TIGHT! I have to make myself slowly sip liquids---because my restriction really changes. I know many who say they vary their restriction due to the TOM---but I had a hysterectomy several years ago, so had no normal fluctations with my band, until I caught my first cold with it!!!
I'd make a call---you have nothing to lose---and if they do it----less weight to gain!
Good Luck~
Kat

[NotSoFunny]

When i went to get my fill that i never got they had to charge me the $150. but when i went back to get it the second time they only charged me $50 cause of the last issue and never getting it done. Also, several factors can cause your stomach to swell. make sure you do not eat or drink anything for at least 4 hours before the fill. also, do not go and have a fill done while you are on your period. you are more likely retaining water during this time and the fill will be false. also ask them to try .5 of less of a fill, rather than full 1cc increments.

[Tricia K.]

Wow Cynthia, I'm sorry that things aren't going so well right now. I agree with Heather. Maybe a good explanation of things will be sufficient enough not to be charged another $150. I hope you get some resolution very soon. *HUGS*

["Just" Paul]

OK...

Stop.


Breathe.


Call the doc's office as the folks have suggested.


Maybe it's time to start journaling your food again as well.

Set up a new plan, schedule and repetition are key.

1. Exercise routine- schedule time (daily if possible). Stick to it
2. Journal your food intake... every little thing, even an M&M
3. Call the doc. Explain the situation... they can delay billing if you ask.
4. Breathe.
5. Give yourself a break. You've done great so far, and will be back "on the wagon" in no time.
6. Decide to do it.
7. Do it.
8. Lean on us.

We're all here for you. When you feel like being bad... do something else. Get a puzzle, video game, carpentry, paint, occupy your hands and mind.

Most of all, remember we are all here to support each other. Together.

P

[NotSoFunny]

ok paul is just awesome, isn't he folks? LOL I think he said it better than everyone! Big round of applause for paul ladies and gentlemen.

he is so right, his list is perfect! You need to approach it all with a calm head so that every angle will not be missed.

[HeatherGurl]

OK Cynthia... we are waiting to hear what happened??? Did you call the Dr? I am worried about you girl! :)

["Just" Paul]

ok paul is just awesome, isn't he folks? LOL I think he said it better than everyone! Big round of applause for paul ladies and gentlemen.

he is so right, his list is perfect! You need to approach it all with a calm head so that every angle will not be missed.

Funny... remember, flattery will only get you...



Actually, it will get you just about anything.:wink2:

[Txblue_eyedqt]

well guys first I would like to say thank you all, for your support......
I am going to call Spivak's office, but the way work has been the past two days, it looks like monday will be when Im able to break away and able to call the doctor, so Im defintily going to call and see what they say.
one of my biggest problems is getting back to exercising.....when I was doing it, I loved it...but I cant find the energy or strenght to make my butt go back to that gym or to the track, its a HUGE struggle for me....ugggghhhh....I just dont understand...
I almost feel like Im at my breaking point.....I feel the way I felt about myself before I decided to do the surgery and get my life/body healthier, and I just dont like it, cause I was sad, and down on myself all the time...
I know I can do more, am trying to get myself in gear, I will keep my head up and continue to try and at least start back exercising until i get to see or talk with the doc.
thanks again everyone...
love you guys

[Txblue_eyedqt]

well guys, a little update on me and my dilema....
I went away with the girls from work to the lake house...it was a well needed get away....
so I have decided before i go running to my banddoc...Im going to put a little more effort in using my band.....
Im going to get up and move around more, even if i cant get to the gym, im going to at least go walking ....
and im going to be more aware of what I eat everyday by becoming more strict on myself about keeping a food log.......
and of course I will lean on you guys when i start to feel a little low....
thank you everyone ......

[A1ikou]

Good for you! Taking charge is usually one of the first steps to feeling better in general and that's just what you have done.

[NotSoFunny]

i am glad to hear you are going to try for yourself some. i am a firm believer in the notion that when you work hard for yourself, good things fall into place.