So I was rushed into surgery Tuesday night because my xray showed a slipped & twisted band! Now how the hell did that happen?? Well according to my surgeon medicine can make the lapband too tight by irritating the stomach. Considering the fact that im on 2 different steroids for my asthma didn't make my situation any better. My body just didn't feel right so I went in for a check up and that's what we discovered. So back to step 1 for me. But I cant be mad because I did lose over 50 pounds. This is even more motivation for me!

That's awful, will they fix it or are they removing it ?

Very smart, when something doesn't seem right, call the doctor. Sorry to hear your asthma is so bad. What are they going to do about the band? Feel better and rest.

I'm sorry, I did not understand what caused the slippage and the twist. Can you explain it again. I just got banded and would like to avoid the problem if I can.

~~~Stephanie

They gave me the options of removing it or replacing it. I still think the band is a great tool. If if happens again then I'll have it removed. Steroid medications usually makes a person gain weight no matter what type of medicine it is. After taking them so long your stomach can get irritated and and may swell a little. My stomach was so irritated it pushed the way band down. I wasnt in any pain until it began to twist. Just be careful of the different medications you have to take. If you have to take alot take them at separate times of the day to give your stomach a rest

I hope all goes well and the new one doesn't give you anymore issues

msluv, sorry to read of this but am glad you are getting yourself took care of.

all the best hon

Thanks guys.... its just a minor set back. Feeling 100% better already!

wow haven't seen you on here in a while , however I am glad the band was helping before this happened but hopefully it goes right this time I am glad you r feeling better and thanks for sharing as we know somethings go right and some go wrong but always take care of your self, how did it twist though I can understand the slippage but twisting not good ouch.

Im still puzzled myself actually....

This is a completely random question, but I am paying out of pocket for my band. What happens if it slips and I need surgery? Will that be covered? Hmm...

I dont think so... my insurance company told me the procedure was covered if it slipped. That would horrible not to be covered

I had a perforation so I need a revision the doctor who specializes in this stated my insurance would pay bc I did cash pay for original surgery and this is deemed no elective