My surgery is July 1st. I am hoping to find someone who can tell me how they did with having lupus and getting banded.

Since being banded, it has been a challenge to my joints without any anti inflammatory medications, and I did not tolerate Plaquinal (sp).

I've just had to learn to tolerate more pain.

I have experienced a few exacerbations since being banded, I just deal with them. There is a topical anti-inflammatory prescription which has helped me through those times.

I'm fortunate in that my symptoms have not been severe.

That's just my experience. It would be a good idea to discuss any concerns you have with your physicians.

Best wishes to you for a successful journey...

Thank you very much for responding. As far as I know I can still take all of my medications so I am hoping that wont be an issue. I am concerned about my body rejecting the band though. I see you have had some rough time on your journey. I wish you the best for full recovery and that you can continue your journey!!!!

I have spoken to all of my doctors and they are in full support of me being banded. I have my pre-op appointment today and will ask the surgeon a lot of questions!

Thanks again!!