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So does everyone on here have the 'lap band' or the Realize band?

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So does everyone on here have the 'lap band' or the Realize band?

I'm pretty sure:)

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So does everyone on here have the 'lap band' or the Realize band?

I have a 'lap band' which is manufactured by Allergan.

Why?

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Just wondering. My surgeon put in a Realize band yesterday. Never thought about it up here.

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To me there is no difference, 2 different manufactures that's all. The rules and lifestyle is still the same.

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That's what u thought but realized this board is all about the lap band. Didn't want to be ousted! :)

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That's what u thought but realized this board is all about the lap band. Didn't want to be ousted! :)

We use the term lap band as a general term not a specific brand.... no one will oust you!!

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If anyone tries to oust you let me know.....

I have a wabbit gun (you might of read that on a few posts) & I'll hunt them down! lol

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I want a designer band. Monogrammed if possible. : )

Haha!!!

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That's what u thought but realized this board is all about the lap band. Didn't want to be ousted! :)

Unlike other sites (sleeve) we dont oust people with other surgeries .We welcome anyone with any WLS.the decision to do any surgery is very hard.and we all need support on the lifestyle changes and ups and downs.many of the changes inneating and the emotional stuff we go through is the same and we need each other...goodluck in your journey !!

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Thank you, I appreciate it! Some folks are friendlier than others and some very judgemental, so I didn't want to ruffle any feathers!

Thank you all again!

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I too have an 11cc Realize band:-)

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