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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. Seeking assistance/...having problem...

    By Yoda,
    • 2 replies
    • 581 views

  2. What I'm scared of...

    By sherilynn,
    • 4 replies
    • 679 views

  3. how long would someone be off work?

    By andreerichards1,
    • 7 replies
    • 838 views

  4. Love my band

    By SharynP,
    • 12 replies
    • 1,461 views

  5. I've been to the mountain top

    By LeslieM,
    • 6 replies
    • 972 views

  6. Advice for bandsters

    By beachgirl,
    • 9 replies
    • 930 views

  7. Protein Drink with a Twist....kinda sorta!

    By hotpink_bubbles,
    • 12 replies
    • 1,209 views

  8. October 12th, 06 Bandster Gone Nuts

    By White06,
    • 2 replies
    • 591 views

  9. How often do you weigh yourself?

    By sg_sg,
    • 22 replies
    • 1,982 views

  10. Epidural?

    By anonemouse,
    • 6 replies
    • 2,839 views

  11. Banded on October 12, 06

    By White06,
    • 3 replies
    • 684 views

  12. Farewell for now!!!

    By becca77,
    • 4 replies
    • 774 views

  13. counselling victoria bc

    By emmasmom60,
    • 2 replies
    • 1,363 views

  14. October Bandsters how much weight have you lost so far?

    By alicat3924,
    • 11 replies
    • 864 views

  15. Bread lover

    By susannah,
    • 15 replies
    • 1,660 views

  16. how crazy do i look?!?

    By chubbola,
    • 7 replies
    • 850 views

  17. On A Road To Find The Sweet Spot

    By gottaluvave,
    • 8 replies
    • 919 views

  18. how much protein

    By Ready to Lose,
    • 3 replies
    • 685 views

  19. Wish me luck...

    By BlueEyedBaby,
    • 10 replies
    • 896 views

  20. Hoarding and Morbid Obesity

    By Boo,
    • 10 replies
    • 2,512 views

  21. Delta Dawn what?s goin on

    By Lila,
    • 35 replies
    • 2,464 views

  22. Feeling Like A Failure

    By kmwwmk,
    • 12 replies
    • 1,182 views

  23. Itching at port site

    By GrannyAces,
    • 0 replies
    • 2,141 views

  24. Texas snow

    By ~Jules~,
    • 2 replies
    • 738 views

  25. I got a 1cc unfill today...

    By roiansmom,
    • 3 replies
    • 803 views

  26. band removal

    By headcase,
    • 8 replies
    • 1,535 views

  27. Recommended dose of Biotin

    By Molliegirl,
    • 0 replies
    • 1,131 views

  28. First Fill - Is this Normal

    By Bret,
    • 5 replies
    • 766 views

  29. What to REALLY expect...

    By mlevel,
    • 15 replies
    • 1,367 views

  30. pain

    By rrm,
    • 3 replies
    • 931 views

  31. some advice please

    By marillon,
    • 6 replies
    • 1,013 views

  32. Which Band????

    By Gizmo,
    • 1 reply
    • 542 views

  33. six month band anniversary

    By edieparks,
    • 5 replies
    • 625 views

  34. Reading memorials

    By anonemouse,
    • 3 replies
    • 743 views

  35. What is going on with me?

    By niecyrenee,
    • 14 replies
    • 1,784 views

  36. important question help

    By GayleS,
    • 1 reply
    • 565 views

  37. friend needed

    By Zzzzzz,
    • 11 replies
    • 1,467 views

  38. feeling guilty

    By cathyc113,
    • 1 reply
    • 744 views

  39. Chewing problem

    By Maurdan,
    • 8 replies
    • 685 views

  40. Can I get an MRI - I have the lap band

    By My_o_My,
    • 7 replies
    • 24,252 views

  41. Banded 7/5/06, revised 7/14/06

    By dianerbean,
    • 25 replies
    • 3,800 views

  42. Did Anyone Use Pedro Kuri In Tj, Mx?

    By FATBGONE,
    • 16 replies
    • 3,514 views

  43. having fill next Thursday

    By alma2bfree,
    • 5 replies
    • 626 views

  44. Band in 10 years

    By deb4339,
    • 13 replies
    • 2,281 views

  45. Video of Lap Band Surgery

    By Sin,
    • 1 reply
    • 566 views

  46. HELP-Can you PB on a liquid???

    By BabyGotBack,
    • 10 replies
    • 714 views

  47. Are there any New York Bander's Here?

    By Leecelove70,
    • 3 replies
    • 670 views

  48. Not sure what this pain is

    By shauntil6266,
    • 2 replies
    • 762 views

  49. Medical mystery - was leaking but growing more restricted at the same time

    By sweetsue,
    • 2 replies
    • 747 views

  50. What is your type

    By AlyssaH,
    • 4 replies
    • 878 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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