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LAP-BAND Surgery Forums

The adjustable gastric band (LAP-BAND) is a less invasive type of weight loss surgery that works through restricting your stomach size. Discuss LAP-BAND related topics such as fills, LAP-BAND diets, nutritional supplements, complications and band over bypass. Share your experiences and be supportive!

73,479 topics in this forum

  1. I need a kick in the butt after 2 years

    By ts505050,
    • 10 replies
    • 1,233 views

  2. Newby and bummed out!

    By Angie68,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,004 views

  3. October bandster

    By hope36ca,
    • 2 replies
    • 770 views

  4. Anyone only get one fill?

    By KarenG.,
    • 3 replies
    • 537 views

  5. Need a good blender

    By ctaylor,
    • 8 replies
    • 738 views

  6. Possible September Bandster

    By sharigout,
    • 9 replies
    • 910 views

  7. ABC - September 2007 chat

    By RLittman,
    • 13 replies
    • 1,075 views

  8. Family Not Supportive

    By lizzie_07,
    • 15 replies
    • 1,492 views

  9. My NSV!!! So excited

    By Mom2Sassy,
    • 5 replies
    • 716 views

  10. Fills And Pricing

    By MissNilsa,
    • 1 reply
    • 963 views

  11. Mexico...here I come!!!!! (I think!!)

    By BlueEyedKitty,
    • 21 replies
    • 1,557 views

  12. So inspired!!

    By MistyDTX,
    • 4 replies
    • 801 views

  13. Should I try a diet one more time? Did anyone else feel this way?

    By kims,
    • 15 replies
    • 1,277 views

  14. Allergies-feel like you're drowning at night?

    By Lisa99,
    • 4 replies
    • 2,224 views

  15. For those at "Sweet Spot"

    By wanabthin,
    • 2 replies
    • 611 views

  16. Finding a boyfriend/girlfriend on LBT?

    By neveragain,
    • 55 replies
    • 3,850 views

  17. Drink Mixer...Magic Bullet?

    By want2bmeagain,
    • 15 replies
    • 2,291 views

  18. Surgical Center vs. Hospital

    By LappingItUp,
    • 8 replies
    • 1,807 views

  19. Almost 5 months post-op, same weight & UPSET!

    By stella4star,
    • 10 replies
    • 872 views

  20. Oa

    By nurse4126,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,262 views

  21. Thanksgiving Challenge

    By Sunny112,
    • 4 replies
    • 619 views

  22. Freaking out...

    By nkcaump,
    • 8 replies
    • 840 views

  23. Ginseng or Gilko Biloba question

    By dacer123,
    • 0 replies
    • 1,345 views

  24. Official Bitching thread.....

    By babygrl1234,
    • 40 replies
    • 4,857 views

  25. Water It Down?

    By CATCHUP,
    • 3 replies
    • 768 views

  26. What were the first signs of slips ..

    By PigsRFlying,
    • 2 replies
    • 1,310 views

  27. Counseling

    By MissMom24,
    • 3 replies
    • 651 views

  28. Chiropractic Anyone??? OK...or NOT???

    By Lynn_Marie,
    • 1 reply
    • 635 views

  29. Need To Vent!!!!

    By 731Shawty,
    • 8 replies
    • 822 views

  30. Foods okay, Liquids not?

    By wanabthin,
    • 5 replies
    • 577 views

  31. Banded 9/18

    By Lylittrell,
    • 1 reply
    • 699 views

  32. Complication On Surgery Day

    By RoscoePColtrane,
    • 2 replies
    • 744 views

  33. less then supportive hubby

    By want_so_bad,
    • 5 replies
    • 885 views

  34. Band slipped.......Help !!!

    By souixb,
    • 14 replies
    • 1,943 views

  35. Help!! Someone please tell me I'm not the only one who has made this mistake!!

    By BRANDYK,
    • 16 replies
    • 1,979 views

  36. Health Insurance Question - Not the Usual

    By hungryforchange,
    • 5 replies
    • 521 views

  37. Amy, are you out there? :)

    By juno610,
    • 2 replies
    • 733 views

  38. Frustrated and having second thoughts

    By pookie,
    • 4 replies
    • 551 views

  39. Medication and Vitamins

    By Saintluver,
    • 3 replies
    • 638 views

  40. Flipped port--anyone experience this?

    By lorid,
    • 2 replies
    • 600 views

  41. Need fill Doctor in Okinawa Japan

    By Pam Nelson,
    • 0 replies
    • 2,337 views

  42. Well THAT was a wake-up call...

    By BluesByrd,
    • 9 replies
    • 944 views

  43. Recommendations? K. Krause or E. Meguid?

    By BandZski,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,176 views

  44. Question about fills

    By sweetforlife,
    • 10 replies
    • 965 views

  45. Illinois

    By Thor,
    • 0 replies
    • 805 views

  46. Wanting to Start A Houston (Westchase, Katy, Highway 6) Support Group

    By galati25,
    • 84 replies
    • 4,959 views

  47. Self Pay and Complications, experiences?

    By TheFox,
    • 1 reply
    • 1,117 views

  48. Banded 9/4...

    By guinessgirl77,
    • 4 replies
    • 852 views

  49. Another protein recommendation

    By anonemouse,
    • 0 replies
    • 620 views

  50. Is anyone taking Alli?

    By cyndilou29,
    • 12 replies
    • 2,644 views

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    • buildabetteranna

      buildabetteranna

      over 20 lbs down since4 the pre surgery diet and surgery on the 14th
      · 1 reply
      1. Selina333

        Selina333

        Yay!! Congrats. I know how good that feels. 🤩

    • Jenopolis

      Jenopolis

      Had a sleeve in 2017, lost over 100 pounds. Had a DS surgery this year (2025) for more sustainable weight loss. 🤞
      · 0 replies
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    • buildabetteranna

      buildabetteranna

      The 14th was my day. I am home and recovery is going pretty smooth. They even let me walk out of the hospital. Picture of me in recovery curtesy of my boyfriend lol. 

      · 3 replies
      1. DaisyChainOz

        DaisyChainOz

        Glad it went well!! Wishing you a speedy recovery and wonderful success!! 🤗

      2. buildabetteranna

        buildabetteranna

        Thank you ❤️

      3. Selina333

        Selina333

        Neat you have a pic of this day! I was sooo happy to get my surgery. It was well worth it! And I'm not even near my goal. I had surgery Dec. 2!

    • Alisa_S

      Alisa_S

      Bought a treadmill and some 5 lb weights. Time to get off my butt and get moving!
      · 1 reply
      1. DaisyChainOz

        DaisyChainOz

        That's a great choice! 😊

    • DaisyChainOz

      DaisyChainOz

      Surgery done!  Really looking forward to the next chapter 🥳😁
      · 3 replies
      1. GreenTealael

        GreenTealael

        Congratulations!!🎉

      2. Bugzy46

        Bugzy46

        Congrats

      3. Alisa_S

        Alisa_S

        Fantastic! Best of luck to you & I hope you're healing nicely & not having much pain!🙏

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