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hi, i dont know if i have an ulcer but im scared about it because i had "helibactor pylori" in 2007 which is a parasite which is a corkscrew shape and burrows into the wall of the stomach and weakens it, ( pls dont freak as although over 90% of all of us have it fat or small it only affects a few people in any way). also i read that you can have an ulcer and not know it. id be so very grateful to hear from anyone who has had an ulcer or any other type of acid reflux or gastric problem but was still able to get thier band. i would just want to curl up and die if i couldnt go ahead and get my band, i want it so much and am so ready .

if you do have any info or experience please please come back and share it with me.

all the very best

cakey x

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I have had an ulcer and was told by my doctor that you can have lap band with an ulcer, but not the sleeve or gastric by-pass. I am waiting for insurance approval right now.

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hi midossey, thanks so much for your email. also thanks as i was giving up hope a bit about being a good candidate for a lapband. your a very nice lady and i hope everything is going good for you. if you would like you could email me every now and again and let me know how you are doing.

kindest regards

cakey x

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I have had an ulcer and was told by my doctor that you can have LAP-BAND® with an ulcer, but not the sleeve or gastric by-pass. I am waiting for insurance approval right now.

Thanks for sharing this information!

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