Swimming post banding

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How long do I have to wait until I can swim after getting the band?

[IndioGirl55 32]

How long do I have to wait until I can swim after getting the band?

You gotta ask your doctor for a definite answer - that is truly correct but I don't think you can go swimming until your incisions are 100% healed up.

Reason - Infection...

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Goodness. I just saw your tracker! You are almost there! Congrats!

I appreciate yoru reply. I'm calling my doctor tomorrow about getting a list. Dr. C knows about the selective IGA. I wanted to make sure he knew before being approved for surgery.

[IndioGirl55 32]

Goodness. I just saw your tracker! You are almost there! Congrats!

I appreciate yoru reply. I'm calling my doctor tomorrow about getting a list. Dr. C knows about the selective IGA. I wanted to make sure he knew before being approved for surgery.

Thanks - Yes I have done the work - and am almost to my 1st goal - I am thinking about moving is down 10 more lbs - but want to get to my 1st goal first :cursing:

[lifechange82 0]

my doctor said hot tubs, pools, bathtubs, etc. were not allowed for awhile. like indio said- you dont wanna get an infection. personally, im going to wait several months before i try anything. id rather be safe than sorry!

[IndioGirl55 32]

my doctor said hot tubs, pools, bathtubs, etc. were not allowed for awhile. like indio said- you dont wanna get an infection. personally, im going to wait several months before i try anything. id rather be safe than sorry! :frown:

Life you don't have to wait that long :thumbup: I think I waited 6 weeks by then my incisions were 100% healed.. That's all you need to worry about..

Heck I live in the desert was banded 7/17 - and its hot here in the summer I couldn't wait until I could get back in the pools - plus it's good exercise :tt2: