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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. 5th fill today!

    By coyotegirl,
    • 20 replies
    • 2,162 views

  2. Lapband post op. vs Gallbladder removal post op

    By Malice X Girl,
    • 8 replies
    • 2,367 views

  3. I Did It!!!!!! 100 Pounds Gone!!!!!!

    By JJB,
    • 24 replies
    • 1,737 views

  4. (not yet banded) How can you stand yourself?

    By Bella,
    • 12 replies
    • 1,270 views

  5. New to this...

    By LovinColorado,
    • 5 replies
    • 833 views

  6. toooo tight

    By flower,
    • 5 replies
    • 962 views

  7. My First Fill

    By blj5362,
    • 4 replies
    • 864 views

  8. Anyone have a bad reaction from refill?

    By N75#,
    • 3 replies
    • 806 views

  9. Pre-Op Problems

    By nancyc,
    • 13 replies
    • 1,542 views

  10. Kidney stones & Lap Band

    By Mrs Husker,
    • 8 replies
    • 1,466 views

  11. Craving

    By mariecarmen,
    • 3 replies
    • 833 views

  12. How soon before returning to work?

    By Taymac,
    • 15 replies
    • 1,656 views

  13. Please help, everybody!!!

    By SyLviE,
    • 3 replies
    • 632 views

  14. Help Help Help I Am Starvin

    By tiredepot,
    • 7 replies
    • 1,013 views

  15. SCOR Sucks Post-Op 5 Days

    By LB927,
    • 2 replies
    • 745 views

  16. WOW!!! I just paid for my lap band....

    By raynie,
    • 6 replies
    • 897 views

  17. Surgery date Oct 6 *** This week*****

    By Becka,
    • 1 reply
    • 595 views

  18. Traveling after surgery - how long?

    By Dani-X,
    • 4 replies
    • 745 views

  19. Walk From Obesity...

    By dianerbean,
    • 12 replies
    • 1,764 views

  20. Famous Canadian Losers!

    By argon,
    • 32 replies
    • 3,147 views

  21. need a fill doc in Houston area

    By tatsmom,
    • 2 replies
    • 899 views

  22. ?? pre-op diet- what can you eat

    By Ladyred,
    • 6 replies
    • 877 views

  23. *gasp* Nsv

    By Malice X Girl,
    • 10 replies
    • 1,010 views

  24. Hot News

    By abalavsan,
    • 0 replies
    • 643 views

  25. Buffalo, NY Bandsters

    By Monica S,
    • 2 replies
    • 988 views

  26. Dr. Coboun's Patients

    By CLOE,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,016 views

  27. What does full feel like to you?

    By shaunaruder,
    • 4 replies
    • 626 views

  28. Question: "Golf ball" syndrome?

    By Yoda,
    • 7 replies
    • 4,684 views

  29. Pain - is it reflux or gallbladder?

    By Connorsmom,
    • 3 replies
    • 642 views

  30. Vomit

    By dsrjrr,
    • 3 replies
    • 1,170 views

  31. I am afraid I might have a hard time chewing

    By phenry,
    • 1 reply
    • 517 views

  32. Very sore after surgery

    By chattanoogabrat,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,386 views

  33. ? when was the first Lap-Band Surgery

    By virginia,
    • 5 replies
    • 715 views

  34. Antibiotics and the band

    By robinem,
    • 3 replies
    • 932 views

  35. Some Questions to ask about LAPBAND

    By Penni60,
    • 37 replies
    • 7,820 views

  36. How long did you keep your bandaids/steristrips on after surgery?

    By christy,
    • 3 replies
    • 1,156 views

  37. If you wear or about to wear size 32 talls...

    By Koala,
    • 1 reply
    • 737 views

  38. April 2006 Bandits September Challenge

    By Ceparano,
    • 178 replies
    • 7,964 views

  39. Lets organise a weekend

    By Kelliebelly,
    • 10 replies
    • 1,445 views

  40. Goodluck Anna

    By tolmc,
    • 6 replies
    • 1,019 views

  41. Newly Banded

    By sunnshyne411,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,059 views

  42. How much weight has everyone loss since there surgery ?

    By virginia,
    • 4 replies
    • 1,060 views

  43. One year ago today...

    By puddin,
    • 23 replies
    • 2,022 views

  44. Resturaunt Card and Airplanes?

    By sherilynn,
    • 4 replies
    • 775 views

  45. Fasting for Yom Kippur

    By jess-band4/06,
    • 3 replies
    • 1,194 views

  46. Jack...Registered User

    By mini_me,
    • 6 replies
    • 825 views

  47. Will Changing Jobs Sacrifice My Weight Loss?

    By JulieNYC,
    • 20 replies
    • 1,804 views

  48. Time off Work

    By Cowgirl74,
    • 9 replies
    • 937 views

  49. Hi...I am new...Dr. Rumbaut Nov. 7, 2006

    By AngelaT,
    • 2 replies
    • 441 views

  50. Skin Cancer?

    By Boo Boo Kitty,
    • 17 replies
    • 1,658 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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