Guest ADickey Posted January 12, 2006 my gi doc says I need one... is it safe? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrishS 3 Posted January 12, 2006 Yes it is safe, and if you Dr thinks you should get one.. Then I think you should. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anwyn 0 Posted January 12, 2006 Endoscopy's are fairly common for bandsters... Most band doctors recommend an endo every year after banding because that's the only way to make sure you don't have erosion. That said, I would imagine that an endo is a little trickier with a band, so make sure the tech has experience with banded stomachs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest ADickey Posted January 12, 2006 my GI doc will be doing the scope himself and he is aware of my band but I am not sure how fam he is with "lap bands" vs other types of banding.. btw how do I edit my siggy that is WAYYYYYYY old Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anwyn 0 Posted January 12, 2006 Lap just stands for laparoscopic (the method of placement, not the type of band). You can edit your signature by clicking on "quick links" at the top of the page. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest ADickey Posted January 12, 2006 I am aware of that but it is not the only want to band a stomach. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leatha_g 4 Posted January 12, 2006 I had a scope last week. It went perfectly fine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
