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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. question about buying a house in Australia

    By andreerichards1,
    • 7 replies
    • 903 views

  2. It just amazes me

    By kimmom,
    • 16 replies
    • 1,613 views

  3. question about pre op

    By andreerichards1,
    • 5 replies
    • 722 views

  4. anyone with bcbs standard care network?

    By Shelby Angel,
    • 3 replies
    • 884 views

  5. Eating plan for diabetic bandster

    By NancyRN,
    • 10 replies
    • 3,039 views

  6. The Journey Begins

    By gotta be me,
    • 6 replies
    • 964 views

  7. very excited

    By itzonlyme,
    • 2 replies
    • 636 views

  8. just wondering, average weight loss in a yr.

    By sarabluebell,
    • 10 replies
    • 889 views

  9. Kawartha Area Band Lunch

    By nancyc,
    • 0 replies
    • 547 views

  10. Port Area Hurts Big Regrets

    By TIDGE,
    • 34 replies
    • 3,172 views

  11. Please Help me, Im desperate!

    By hotpink_bubbles,
    • 10 replies
    • 990 views

  12. For BMI > 60, GBP instead of Lap Band?

    By only1nik,
    • 12 replies
    • 1,407 views

  13. It's been awhile

    By phlyinphebee,
    • 0 replies
    • 654 views

  14. Pcos...

    By sizewize,
    • 4 replies
    • 1,600 views

  15. Parmesan Crackers recipe

    By pookieg,
    • 2 replies
    • 1,362 views

  16. Anyone ever used Joseph M. Vitello? Downers Grove, IL

    By Sparkette,
    • 10 replies
    • 2,669 views

  17. Hiccups!! AAAHHH

    By soniacan,
    • 3 replies
    • 668 views

  18. Port Site Infection

    By 1proudmama,
    • 3 replies
    • 1,286 views

  19. has anyone gotten stuck before a fill ?

    By Pebbles0106,
    • 0 replies
    • 547 views

  20. Question for long-term Bandsters

    By Cherrybomb,
    • 1 reply
    • 513 views

  21. Do u still feel hungry after getting the lap band?

    By mommy2kyler,
    • 1 reply
    • 1,297 views

  22. If you have had a band for five years or more...

    By Qvrfullmidwife,
    • 6 replies
    • 1,091 views

  23. trying to post

    By LLSibley,
    • 0 replies
    • 638 views

  24. I need to vent!

    By short1,
    • 16 replies
    • 1,462 views

  25. surgery live on the net

    By Yasmina,
    • 5 replies
    • 1,040 views

  26. Just for fun - misconceptions?

    By Wheetsin,
    • 48 replies
    • 4,050 views

  27. Any info on DR. Joya??? Please post!!

    By jdhj861jr,
    • 1 reply
    • 531 views

  28. Kinda nervous

    By purplegirl1818,
    • 9 replies
    • 934 views

  29. Bikini Bootcamp

    By JosieK,
    • 2 replies
    • 911 views

  30. Can you still drink cokes with the Lap band?

    By mommy2kyler,
    • 11 replies
    • 1,076 views

  31. looking for band fills in bedfordshire england

    By pjrugby,
    • 0 replies
    • 691 views

  32. Kiwi Banders

    By Ange123,
    • 1 reply
    • 735 views

  33. Medic Alert Bracelets - Are they recommended?

    By Diva Girl,
    • 31 replies
    • 7,398 views

  34. My insurance is saying lap-band is excluded!

    By mommy2kyler,
    • 2 replies
    • 688 views

  35. I'm FREEZING and FED UP!

    By waitingtiljan,
    • 20 replies
    • 1,543 views

  36. Unfilling (is that a word?) before vacation, your thoughts?

    By FatBoySlim,
    • 27 replies
    • 1,910 views

  37. dizzy - surgery related?

    By lorihou,
    • 3 replies
    • 1,018 views

  38. My Fellow Arizonans!

    By newlife,
    • 8 replies
    • 1,262 views

  39. Foaming??

    By jillrn,
    • 0 replies
    • 840 views

  40. Irregular Thyroid & PCP Medical Clearance (Need Suggestions)

    By slynbrown,
    • 4 replies
    • 1,711 views

  41. Unrealistic BMIs

    By MintyFresh,
    • 5 replies
    • 890 views

  42. just banded

    By rmills,
    • 4 replies
    • 620 views

  43. Infrared Saunas and Bandsters-I got the answer

    By legster,
    • 2 replies
    • 3,464 views

  44. Need a fill in GA

    By bbrecruiter2000,
    • 1 reply
    • 617 views

  45. too tight for broth?

    By soniacan,
    • 6 replies
    • 809 views

  46. Please help me decide!!

    By Bella,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,152 views

  47. How long does it take to get the paperwork submitted to Ins?

    By LMJLMJ,
    • 6 replies
    • 857 views

  48. And here goes another!

    By Miranda,
    • 35 replies
    • 2,404 views

  49. lap band in just 5 days.

    By stratgazer,
    • 2 replies
    • 581 views

  50. Sugar Substitutes

    By Crazy Mama,
    • 1 reply
    • 640 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. 🤞
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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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