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Just wondering on average how long people that are post-op were off work for lapband. Thanks!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thank you for all the replies!!! I love having the support of this group!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So this has been on my mind... I am in the process of getting approval for lap band. I suffer from migraines with nausea and vomiting. Will vomiting ruin my band???? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I use imitrex and it usually works Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey JMbdt.. No I don't. I have read up on it though. No solid proof it really works. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey Cander!!! Congratulations on taking the first step! I am also new, and just met with the nutritionist yesterday, so I have a few more hurdles to go through. Hopefully you have a really good MD office who is very helpful through the process. Best Wishes, Nicole

Thank you Nurse_Lenora!! I do see a neurologist and we are trying all different medications which typically don't help. I have heard of Botox for migraines but have not spoken to anyone that has tried it. Thanks for the information!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thank you for the reply!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Wow that's fast. Wondering if most people go back that soon Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

That's great! Good for you! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi BlondieUK.. I just started the process. How long did it take from initial appointment to getting the surgery? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey Meeshee!! We may just be having the surgery at the same time. I met with the surgeon today. I have to see the nutritionist next week, then the physiological appt and then a scope test. I don't think I will have to have a supervised nutrition plan. In getting excited! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

That would be awesome for you!! I hope I have to wait to long either. Which procedure are you having Meeshee? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Are you all taking paid short term disability leave or using your vacation or personal time? This surgery will allow me to take the STD and its paid so I will be in no rush to return Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello all~ I am very new to this site, and I am not sure where it is most appropriate to post this, but I am wondering what was the determining factor for choosing the sleeve? I am really leaning towards the Band because I feel that if anything goes wrong, or if I have a strong aversion to it, it can be removed. Other options feel so permanent to me. When I went for the weight loss seminar they mentioned that they don't do many bands anymore, and this scares me. Can anyone provide any insight or guidance.... Greatly appreciated, Nicole

Congratulations!!!! How long did it take for the approval? I am just starting this process and any info would be great:)

Hey Meeshee, Congratulations on your upcoming procedure, wishing you all the best. I am meeting with the surgeon for a consult next week, and I am super excited to start the process. Can you tell me how long it took from the initial meeting, to scheduling the surgery? I have heard anywhere from 3-6 months depending on insurance. Any information you could share about your experiences prior to scheduling the surgery would be awesome! Thanks, Nicole