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Patsy
LAP-BAND Patients
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Feb 2012 = 9 years
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Was banded in 2003, changed band Doctor in 2008, after speaking with the Doctor myself his office requested my medical history for evaulaution, no new patient fees only my co-pay.
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Banded 2/2003, -Original weight 287 lbs. size 20 current weight 185. size 10/12...... Prolapse band 2006/170lbs, fluid removed and gained 27 lbs, currently working on trying to lose 30 lbs, but still feel good and love my band,
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1. Is there any physical exam during the initial consult with the doctor/surgeon? NO 2. Can I wear some sort of bra *during* surgery? I'm a 44DD+ and I really don't want to wake up feeling self-conscious/worried about "being out there." I know this may seem trivial compared to all the issues around surgery, but if anyone can shed some light on this, I would really appreciate it. NO BRA'S ALLOWED DURING SURGERY 3. How soon after surgery can you drive? DEPENDS ON YOU AND HOW YOU FEEL.... Will I need to have someone stay with me after the first day? again depends on how you feel..
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It took 1.5 years for me to lose a little over 100 pounds. Last fill 9/2004 and still have restriction.......................... 2/2003 #272 11/2005 Current 168