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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. I paid to be tortured

    By Elisabethsew,
    • 50 replies
    • 4,582 views

  2. Dec 05 group

    By Joe,
    • 9 replies
    • 902 views

  3. The "At Goal" support thread

    By Chickie,
    • 0 replies
    • 686 views

  4. Typical to be on protein drink only 2 wks prior to banding?

    By pumpkin5,
    • 12 replies
    • 929 views

  5. Hi! I am new just had my Lapband today

    By DiverJewel,
    • 19 replies
    • 1,358 views

  6. Working with the band...

    By Paulax,
    • 5 replies
    • 1,011 views

  7. throat making strange noises

    By tann,
    • 7 replies
    • 3,797 views

  8. Appetite Suppressant Medication

    By bibytz,
    • 7 replies
    • 1,618 views

  9. Just talked to Amy and had my 2nd fill

    By beachgirl,
    • 2 replies
    • 570 views

  10. DR C- can you give us directive?

    By Kayford,
    • 6 replies
    • 908 views

  11. It's my One Year Band Anniversary...

    By Margo,
    • 20 replies
    • 1,555 views

  12. Too Good To Be True?

    By Gummiebear,
    • 9 replies
    • 973 views

  13. I don't feel any restriction

    By Mert,
    • 10 replies
    • 1,880 views

  14. Computer Exper..Help Please

    By HarleyNana,
    • 7 replies
    • 754 views

  15. Gas pain, pressure, not able to drink much

    By LittleBird,
    • 8 replies
    • 849 views

  16. Slips with Pars Flaccida?

    By Morsaille,
    • 5 replies
    • 996 views

  17. My Theory on Pouch Dilation - Babs, Shelly, Dr. C

    By luckyme,
    • 11 replies
    • 1,395 views

  18. Going to Dr about my varicose veins

    By sunsett,
    • 7 replies
    • 750 views

  19. My first fill

    By loriely,
    • 64 replies
    • 4,197 views

  20. Aetna Insurance Coverage

    By pbrown,
    • 2 replies
    • 4,785 views

  21. 4cc band vs. 10cc band

    By shell04937,
    • 7 replies
    • 847 views

  22. Did i miss something???

    By aaamom,
    • 5 replies
    • 803 views

  23. Does anyone get bad gas after a fill for a week or more?

    By Sunta,
    • 1 reply
    • 841 views

  24. It works

    By TommyO,
    • 22 replies
    • 2,250 views

  25. AUGUST BAND CAMP - welcome campers !!

    By Sweet Caroline,
    • 3 replies
    • 795 views

  26. Nutrition Hints

    By Bettina,
    • 2 replies
    • 766 views

  27. Gustric Segmentation

    By staceylca,
    • 4 replies
    • 769 views

  28. September Band Crew!

    By jgandg,
    • 22 replies
    • 3,313 views

  29. ANYONE? Is there anyone up near Woodinville, WA?

    By Halo1707,
    • 3 replies
    • 911 views

  30. Just banded in Aug.

    By BANDSTER45,
    • 2 replies
    • 726 views

  31. Newbie question...

    By Teresa'sTurn,
    • 4 replies
    • 816 views

  32. I am not a baby bandster anymore...

    By Paulax,
    • 1 reply
    • 486 views

  33. back in the land of the restricted!

    By aussie_jode,
    • 2 replies
    • 896 views

  34. I am on a posting frenzy!!! DId you miss me?

    By bondgirl,
    • 30 replies
    • 2,699 views

  35. Approaching 28* something

    By BPM,
    • 0 replies
    • 646 views

  36. HELP!! Lap Band OR RNY

    By KLS,
    • 19 replies
    • 1,983 views

  37. I have a kink

    By DeWok,
    • 3 replies
    • 984 views

  38. Restaurant Menus: Overwhelming?

    By TexasRose,
    • 13 replies
    • 1,569 views

  39. Dr. Robinson From Brigham & Womens Hospital Boston Ma

    By sueol,
    • 0 replies
    • 2,104 views

  40. Dr Kwon and Dr Vinces

    By liberty2003,
    • 1 reply
    • 910 views

  41. Recommendations

    By dterenzi,
    • 28 replies
    • 2,580 views

  42. PCOS and banded?

    By samos,
    • 3 replies
    • 971 views

  43. I may have gall baldder troubles.

    By coyotegirl,
    • 16 replies
    • 1,945 views

  44. *Warning...kinda gross*

    By Malice X Girl,
    • 13 replies
    • 1,876 views

  45. 1st fill....They had trouble finding the port

    By julesings,
    • 1 reply
    • 737 views

  46. How many had complication that kept them from returning to work after 2-3 wks?

    By samos,
    • 6 replies
    • 877 views

  47. Pouch?

    By Joe,
    • 2 replies
    • 1,236 views

  48. My Progress to Date ...

    By Mrs Sabre,
    • 5 replies
    • 894 views

  49. Spanx

    By Vickie1177,
    • 6 replies
    • 1,161 views

  50. sinus and too tight

    By Hopes place,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,486 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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