I Love the Block Button

So, I've blocked about 10 people recently that were full of negativity and now this board seems soooooo much more peaceful. Just saying that we can make it the place it was when I got my surgery simply support and accountability. Love Y'all!

I know, I asked a question and got jumped all over with negativity by one person, whose band apparently failed.  I jumped back at her and later blocked her for her continued negativity.  I agree, we are here for suggestions and support.  My mom always said if you can't say something nice, don't say anytihng at all.  Best of luck, and great job so far, wish you lots of continued success...

 I am anxiously waiting over the new few weeks to see if my band has slipped, erroded or failed.  Sort of depressing and I really wished I had known about esphogeal dysmotility in advance--which is really what I think I have.  I do think people need educated to that possibility when they are researching the band, but I loved the first four months when it worked.  I am glad it is the right choice for some and I wish there was some way they could screen who in advance might have this problem with the esphogus.  

I don't disparage those who have had failed bands. It's when they are bitter , petty, and relentless with their attacks when i have a problem.  That's the ones I block. I pray all goes well with your testing and resolution is achieved quickly.

I, too, wish there were a way to tell in advance. It would sure save a lot of grief. For some it is a thing of beauty and works well for many years. For others it is at best a dissappointment, at worst life threatening. Good luck with your testing and keep your chin up.
Sue

Haven't been on here for while because of that !  I'm looking for positive renforcement.

Glad to see I'm not one you blocked cause I'm disgusted with my band but I TRY not to be nasty about it just informative. I hope you hang around for a good long time!

 The board isn't more peaceful, you just removed the stuff you didn't want to read.  You say it's negative and I also thought that until I had to have my revision due to being alergic to misquitoe (sp) bites.  Believe me I WAS NOT MY FAULT.  Never had my surgeon heard of my problem and I had never read anything about it here.

Sometimes the comments get a little out of hand but I would rather know all I can and read everything.  Doesn't mean it is going to happen to me.  WHEN it does then I can refer back what happened to someone else.

There are so many nice banders here, Jean, Bette and lots more.  There's also so many who no longer have the band who are nice and I learned a lot from.  If it wasn't for WASA I would still have my band and so many problems.

Good Luck to everyone no matter what surgery you have or are having.  Still don't know why anyone would brag about blocking  so they can see what is realistic.

Just out of curiosity what does being allergic to mosquito bites have to do with needing a revision? I'm allergic to them should I be worried and need a revision?