I had a gastric band fitted privately in 2011. Went from 16 stone to 10.7 over a period of about 18 months. All good.
I have maintained the weight but was getting fed up with reflux. Also that my diet wasn't great.
Since having it done I've remarried, turned vegetarian and taken up long distance running.
Earlier this year I thought I'd get it loosened. I thought I'd be fine. What a mistake. I basically started to overeat again. I went wild. Put on about a stone in 2 months. Went back to the clinic. Got it tightened again. Weight has maintained but I can't loose it. Well Im sure I could but I am absolutely appalled by my lack of will power. My clothes are all too tight. I can still run/exercise OK but I'd need new kit soon if I don't sort this out.
I have booked to have it tightened again next month.
Has this happened to anyone else? It's been such an eye opener that I am so bloody greedy!