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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!

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  1. Dr. Abkin

    By seppi,
    • 10 replies
    • 1,360 views

  2. possibly moving to Tennessee...?? re: fills

    By Miper70,
    • 5 replies
    • 654 views

  3. Just Banded Sept. 20-06 in Caracas,Venezuela

    By beechpad,
    • 5 replies
    • 1,044 views

  4. One more step closer... I think

    By TXSunflower,
    • 0 replies
    • 465 views

  5. Travelling to Mexico alone

    By Tagger,
    • 29 replies
    • 2,238 views

  6. does anyone feel the same way?

    By Ready to Lose,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,015 views

  7. 'Normal' diet

    By bigreddog,
    • 3 replies
    • 896 views

  8. Did you feel like this????

    By tayvia99,
    • 21 replies
    • 1,797 views

  9. looking for a workout buddy

    By LeslieMush,
    • 4 replies
    • 1,252 views

  10. URGENT - Before Going To Mexico

    By DeLarla,
    • 35 replies
    • 6,045 views

  11. I am Scheduled!!

    By NINNYED,
    • 2 replies
    • 667 views

  12. Slipped? HELP!

    By lookingup,
    • 2 replies
    • 1,011 views

  13. Another question to ask

    By tayvia99,
    • 4 replies
    • 647 views

  14. Help! I'm feeding my head hunger.......

    By faybie,
    • 23 replies
    • 2,047 views

  15. Why dooes thw weight loss vary so much in different people?

    By MariaR.,
    • 8 replies
    • 841 views

  16. on my way

    By fightforlife,
    • 4 replies
    • 540 views

  17. Am I supposed to just wear a figleaf?

    By NancyRN,
    • 30 replies
    • 2,199 views

  18. Jumpstart

    By Joe,
    • 0 replies
    • 497 views

  19. chest and upper back pain

    By benfica,
    • 1 reply
    • 1,382 views

  20. Banded Tommorow

    By kellieatkins30,
    • 16 replies
    • 1,423 views

  21. post diet

    By Slocumna,
    • 2 replies
    • 949 views

  22. Question regarding conversion from Band to other WLS

    By Bensmum1109,
    • 1 reply
    • 628 views

  23. Six Month Anniversary

    By stockymd,
    • 6 replies
    • 989 views

  24. Support Group Meeting Arlington

    By LittleBird,
    • 16 replies
    • 2,011 views

  25. Smiling from ear to ear

    By carlacollins,
    • 4 replies
    • 721 views

  26. leave for the hospital in about 7 hrs and will be banded in about 10 hrs.

    By shell04937,
    • 3 replies
    • 495 views

  27. Hair Loss

    By green,
    • 10 replies
    • 1,263 views

  28. Has the flavor of food changed for you???

    By housecatgirl,
    • 13 replies
    • 1,095 views

  29. Good Doctor For Fills

    By GonnaDoIt,
    • 1 reply
    • 720 views

  30. Soft food vs Mushies

    By ginger,
    • 1 reply
    • 926 views

  31. How long was your belly big postop?

    By Sammysue78,
    • 11 replies
    • 1,226 views

  32. New Lap band

    By JoeT,
    • 3 replies
    • 1,002 views

  33. newly banded

    By Mert,
    • 29 replies
    • 2,396 views

  34. New Lap band

    By JoeT,
    • 6 replies
    • 705 views

  35. Who Still Drinks Caffeine In The Morning??

    By ItsGottaGo!,
    • 30 replies
    • 2,470 views

  36. 2nd fill and...Nothing?

    By Arkgl01,
    • 5 replies
    • 688 views

  37. The dreaded protein shakes and bars

    By Time2live,
    • 19 replies
    • 1,772 views

  38. 15lbs till goal

    By Malice X Girl,
    • 1 reply
    • 483 views

  39. Burning Pain

    By kmwwmk,
    • 5 replies
    • 851 views

  40. I Just Don't Get It

    By Chelley,
    • 3 replies
    • 972 views

  41. Eating too much?

    By jcarter,
    • 5 replies
    • 808 views

  42. looking

    By Amy L. Cull,
    • 4 replies
    • 840 views

  43. NW Activities

    By Morsaille,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,306 views

  44. Ideal calorie intake?

    By Malice X Girl,
    • 3 replies
    • 809 views

  45. Dry skin/Acne after banding???

    By Kirsten117,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,298 views

  46. My not so happy Lap Banding

    By VWvaporChick,
    • 24 replies
    • 3,376 views

  47. Bad posture causes pain?

    By imagine,
    • 4 replies
    • 1,026 views

  48. I am so tired!!!

    By ginger,
    • 2 replies
    • 849 views

  49. Ready?

    By cpbaby,
    • 11 replies
    • 1,225 views

  50. Fill Docs in Houston?

    By TruBlueSue,
    • 2 replies
    • 730 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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