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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. Drugs - What am I doing to my body?

    By BeacheeGirl,
    • 53 replies
    • 4,049 views

  2. What should I expect from the nutritionist

    By wendyjoy,
    • 10 replies
    • 834 views

  3. Looking for a local Bandster buddy

    By MourningFuneral,
    • 0 replies
    • 746 views

  4. November/06 Bandsters 1st challenge!

    By AngelaT,
    • 16 replies
    • 1,378 views

  5. Sore Throat

    By heresdeb,
    • 7 replies
    • 1,249 views

  6. **sigh** self sabatoge

    By losingjusme,
    • 20 replies
    • 1,825 views

  7. More than halfway to goal as of this morning!

    By DrewsLou,
    • 13 replies
    • 828 views

  8. Why not admit to surgery...

    By anonemouse,
    • 46 replies
    • 3,497 views

  9. TLBC Holiday Open House

    By Yoda,
    • 23 replies
    • 1,808 views

  10. New NSV

    By juliegeraci,
    • 7 replies
    • 840 views

  11. What went through your mind the night before?

    By mypov,
    • 7 replies
    • 657 views

  12. Slime?

    By soniacan,
    • 1 reply
    • 781 views

  13. sour tummy?

    By pugmum,
    • 3 replies
    • 1,002 views

  14. Filled to MUCH!

    By BrandNewMe,
    • 6 replies
    • 932 views

  15. minor set back

    By justine717,
    • 3 replies
    • 1,085 views

  16. Dilation, Fill Questions and Story So Far...

    By NeenBand,
    • 4 replies
    • 669 views

  17. SC Fill dr.

    By evcase,
    • 5 replies
    • 1,168 views

  18. Support Groups in MD

    By chuggachugga,
    • 10 replies
    • 1,330 views

  19. Anybody Used Xenical?

    By Terrilen,
    • 46 replies
    • 6,010 views

  20. This Band Is Weird

    By HealthQuest,
    • 8 replies
    • 874 views

  21. what is thin liquids

    By bkwalling,
    • 2 replies
    • 2,241 views

  22. stupid computer question

    By CLOE,
    • 5 replies
    • 611 views

  23. My pants almost fell off!

    By faybie,
    • 15 replies
    • 1,406 views

  24. What Foods Cant You Eat?

    By KLM3hrt,
    • 55 replies
    • 5,303 views

  25. Dr C - PB/Dilation/Slip??

    By TruBlueSue,
    • 2 replies
    • 1,131 views

  26. Medications

    By josephine,
    • 5 replies
    • 898 views

  27. February is go

    By susannah,
    • 5 replies
    • 1,080 views

  28. I have a question about restriction. Thanks

    By Jodi-T,
    • 2 replies
    • 943 views

  29. Calling all Vanguard Bandsters...

    By daisydoodle,
    • 13 replies
    • 1,165 views

  30. 10 top reasons why not to get FAT

    By sunsett,
    • 38 replies
    • 3,100 views

  31. Brrr...yummy Hot mocha or cocoa...hi-protein

    By AngelaT,
    • 1 reply
    • 727 views

  32. leak advice

    By loveulots17lov,
    • 4 replies
    • 860 views

  33. Looking for good doc in michigan

    By MR. BIG,
    • 25 replies
    • 3,465 views

  34. Lump In Your Throat Then...

    By Terrilen,
    • 16 replies
    • 2,192 views

  35. Ovarian Cyst.. anyone have (or had) one?

    By robinem,
    • 6 replies
    • 918 views

  36. Best Birthday ever.

    By oldspark,
    • 11 replies
    • 1,214 views

  37. Dr. C. Bulimia and the Band?

    By Terrilen,
    • 4 replies
    • 1,112 views

  38. I need ur advice please

    By Gabi,
    • 20 replies
    • 2,207 views

  39. I can feel it??

    By Kynekke,
    • 13 replies
    • 1,233 views

  40. sleep apnea

    By sunnysea,
    • 16 replies
    • 1,790 views

  41. Do u have this feeling?

    By Gabi,
    • 4 replies
    • 745 views

  42. How do I tell my best friend???

    By becca77,
    • 20 replies
    • 2,008 views

  43. How do I get mentally prepared?

    By sherilynn,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,080 views

  44. Band put to the test today

    By Woodys,
    • 1 reply
    • 755 views

  45. Bandiversary..Hope this isn't a duplicate, not sure how to start new thread...

    By doinit4me,
    • 5 replies
    • 685 views

  46. Newbie-Need advise to calm Mom

    By blownaway36,
    • 10 replies
    • 1,041 views

  47. It's my Bandiversary

    By doinit4me,
    • 3 replies
    • 673 views

  48. Philly - NY Corridor Fill Doctor Question Pre-Op

    By InTheCityGirl,
    • 1 reply
    • 668 views

  49. When does no drinking during/after meals start?

    By mypov,
    • 5 replies
    • 567 views

  50. what post op diet did your surgeon tell u to do

    By bkwalling,
    • 2 replies
    • 474 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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