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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!

73,481 topics in this forum

  1. Another one bites the dust... I'm eroded

    By PamRN,
    • 51 replies
    • 5,983 views

  2. Experienced Bandsters, what are your tricks of the trade?

    By ChicagoCoco,
    • 51 replies
    • 3,709 views

  3. Marchies 2yr Bandiversary Month!!!

    By Jeni 85,
    • 51 replies
    • 5,337 views

  4. Great News from the Big Fella

    By Big Damo,
    • 51 replies
    • 3,997 views

  5. Lying About LapBand

    By RD86,
    • 51 replies
    • 4,742 views

  6. Calories

    By smilinginside,
    • 51 replies
    • 4,338 views

  7. Last Pre-op Doctor's Visit Look out surgery here I come!

    By Iluvharleys,
    • 51 replies
    • 2,739 views

  8. April 2006 Bandits June Gab Fest

    By picardy3,
    • 51 replies
    • 3,315 views

  9. self fill......

    By styliani,
    • 51 replies
    • 18,301 views

  10. Update on my problem port

    By DeLarla,
    • 51 replies
    • 4,093 views

  11. Spring, TX anyone?

    By slomeli84,
    • 51 replies
    • 3,667 views

  12. Feeling like a failure...need suggestions/friends/help!!

    By CarrieRN2006,
    • 51 replies
    • 6,791 views

  13. Ice Cream horror

    By Bandana,
    • 51 replies
    • 3,901 views

  14. MMMMmmm.. Edamame

    By Daisalana,
    • 51 replies
    • 3,745 views

  15. NJ - Looking Fine in 2009 Exercise Thread

    By SherryW,
    • 51 replies
    • 5,090 views

  16. New Medicare Rule! Can"t Get My Fill!

    By NeenBand,
    • 51 replies
    • 4,106 views

  17. I did it!!!! 50 lbs gone!!!!!!

    By Dianechef,
    • 51 replies
    • 3,576 views

  18. Cinco de mayo challenge 2010

    By kaninag,
    • 51 replies
    • 4,646 views

  19. Successful Band Stories here!

    By Nana~,
    • 51 replies
    • 4,765 views

  20. new food products

    By edieparks,
    • 51 replies
    • 3,962 views

  21. Marchin into the holidays: Dec 08

    By Jeni 85,
    • 51 replies
    • 4,624 views

  22. I Hate My Band!!!!!!!!

    By bandster_1007,
    • 51 replies
    • 7,438 views

  23. First Fill Experiences

    By Unforgettable,
    • 51 replies
    • 4,243 views

  24. Focus on the issues!

    By grandmasandy,
    • 51 replies
    • 2,698 views

  25. Virginia Monthly Chat

    By HarleyNana,
    • 50 replies
    • 4,028 views

  26. Lap Band Buddy Under 40

    By JFu,
    • 50 replies
    • 5,656 views

  27. August marchies!

    By OH Juli,
    • 50 replies
    • 5,122 views

  28. I need a buddy

    By Peldiak26,
    • 50 replies
    • 2,721 views

  29. question for everyone, please answer

    By prasman,
    • 50 replies
    • 4,955 views

  30. Do you tell people you're banded?

    By Leena,
    • 50 replies
    • 3,873 views

  31. Finish The Story... Game

    By NJChick,
    • 50 replies
    • 3,378 views

  32. AUGUST Bandits

    By Surby,
    • 50 replies
    • 3,474 views

  33. What's Your Current Band And Fill Size?

    By Banderina,
    • 50 replies
    • 4,368 views

  34. Canadian Bandster Bash

    By Yoda,
    • 50 replies
    • 3,577 views

  35. ABC 06~April Chat

    By ladydi,
    • 50 replies
    • 3,759 views

  36. How much food do you eat at your sweet spot?

    By dustout,
    • 50 replies
    • 7,214 views

  37. Charlotte Chat Time!!!

    By sunsett,
    • 50 replies
    • 3,390 views

  38. Anyone had a positive experience at CIBO?

    By E.L.,
    • 50 replies
    • 10,597 views

  39. Calling all SLEEVED People

    By WASaBubbleButt,
    • 50 replies
    • 5,494 views

  40. Adding protein shakes

    By mrspruett,
    • 50 replies
    • 3,658 views

  41. Looking for my band twin - 3.25.09

    By KarenInOhio,
    • 50 replies
    • 4,286 views

  42. How To Find A Doctor To Do Fills On Outside Patients

    By kirajh,
    • 50 replies
    • 6,503 views

  43. What Up Jersey!

    By Asherscrashers,
    • 50 replies
    • 3,502 views

  44. pain in left side?

    By Peanut,
    • 50 replies
    • 8,945 views

  45. I paid to be tortured

    By Elisabethsew,
    • 50 replies
    • 4,663 views

  46. bmi 34

    By Guest lwc1,
    • 50 replies
    • 5,240 views

  47. Anyone With Lap Band In San Diego

    By Soexcited,
    • 50 replies
    • 6,982 views

  48. just one week has passed and i am ready to give up!

    By a_bit_pink,
    • 50 replies
    • 4,758 views

  49. Honesty

    By DeLarla,
    • 50 replies
    • 3,671 views

  50. New Spokane Lap Band Dr.

    By amom,
    • 50 replies
    • 15,843 views

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    • rlcpd

      rlcpd

      Two months out from hiatal hernia repair.  Surgeon said to expect a lot more flatulence...something about the 'air' no longer being able to 'burp' out so comes out the other end.  That is my experience but have no understanding of why that swallowed air cannot be 'burped'. ???
      · 1 reply
      1. BlondePatriotInCDA

        BlondePatriotInCDA

        As I understand it since your stomach is smaller and not completely resting against your diaphragm anymore you no longer have the ability to "push" burps out as well. Plus, since its smaller and we don't digest slower the trapped air moves a lot quicker out of the stomach so its no longer available to burp out. Hence the other option for removal.

    • Lizette1122

      Lizette1122

      Anyone had the TORe procedure? How did it go? How much weight did you loose? 
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    • LadyVeteran1

      LadyVeteran1

      Sleeve surgery is on April 14th.  I am counting the days!!  Can't wait!
      · 3 replies
      1. Brookie2shoes

        Brookie2shoes

        Me too girl!! Are you in the full liquid diet right now? It’s sooooo hard!

      2. LadyVeteran1

        LadyVeteran1

        Not yet. I was told I only have to do 24 hours of a liquid diet. But I have my pre-op tomorrow so I’m going to confirm if I need to do longer.

      3. buildabetteranna

        buildabetteranna

        Your so close now! It's gonna be great :) Wishing you a speedy recovery and looking forward to seeing how it goes!

    • buildabetteranna

      buildabetteranna

      Down 33 lbs and slightly stalled, but I'm gonna reevaluate and push through. I started back to work last week after 2 years of being disabled due to mental health as well as my weight. It's a great job and I'm just so happy to have this opportunity at a second chance at life. Hope everyone is having their best journey ❤️ Together, we got this!
      · 2 replies
      1. DaisyChainOz

        DaisyChainOz

        Great work Anna! Keep it up 😁

      2. buildabetteranna

        buildabetteranna

        Thank you ❤️

    • Bashbee91

      Bashbee91

      Hey guys new to the process looking forward to this new life. 
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