so sorry to hear

[Guest guest]

So sorry to hear about the problems Jo-Anne and are having! I don't

think you " do " anything to cause band slippage -- I think it just happens. I

think some surgeons really sew it in well and I would be shocked if it happens

to me since I was told it was really cinched down. I think 's

perforation was most likely caused by an instrument--not by the band itself.

Although even a soft object can erode an organ--especially if there is some

degree of rejection of the foreign object.

I have not written lately since I am still somewhat depressed over my failure

to lose a ton overnight. I did lose one of the two pounds I gained. I try to

weigh only once a week--otherwise my whole day is ruined if I don't get a good

number. I wish I could stop thinking my whole life is controlled by my

weight.

I am still waiting for an adjustment since I am convinced that is what I need.

I do not think you should have to wait a month for a 10 minute doctor's

appointment but what can I do? I suppose I could be more demanding or claim

it's an emergency. Instead I am trying to be patient.

I'd like to hear some more positive stories. I think it also might be a good

idea for us to add up the pounds we have lost between us--I bet it would be

several hundred--maybe that ton I am looking for.

Don't forget the Seattle support group meeting 2/22/99!

Keep us posted on your troubles as well as your successes. We are all hoping

for the best and learning alot through each other's experiences.