Hello! My name is Emily, and I am new to this site. I was banded with the realize lap band in December of 2007. I began vomiting on a consistent basis about two years ago. I had multiple tests done, was told my band had not slipped, and eventually was told that some people's bodies just don't accept the band well. Then a few months ago, I got pregnant. As is normal per pregnancy, my band tightened (because of vomiting it was completely empty of fluid when becoming pregnant). After vomiting to the point of keeping no food down, I saw a doctor that was willing to remove my band. When I came out of surgery, I was shocked to hear that I showed signs of being allergic to the band. I was wondering if anyone else out there has experienced this?

Thanks!

Emily

I haven't heard of it but I could see it happening. My body rejected an iud. Im sorry that you had a horrible experience.

I've never heard of someone being allergic to the band. I'm glad you're OK now!

Yep. Im fine. Thanks. I have also known someone that got pregnant and her band became defected.

I remember asking my surgeon this question. I was told that it wasn't possible for the body to reject the band because it is made of inert materials. I have the Allergan LapBand so I don't know if Realize is different or even if what I was told is correct.