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Has anyone had lapband with plication

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Toddy    758

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There are several very successful people on this site that have had lapband with plication. I had lapband surgery and had a slip and had plication added when my surgeon fixed the slip. I think the "after the fact" plication is not as helpful as I expected since I feel absolutely no different than I did when I had lapband alone. The one thing I do like about the plication is it greatly reduces the possibility of future slips.

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MammaJamma42    106

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I had lapband with plication on July 18, 2013. I think I've seen several other people on here that have had the same. Do you have questions about the procedure, or just looking for support? I think the plication probably definitely helps! :)

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SandyM    1,956

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I had both and have only 2.5 cc in my band and am losing fine and feel even though I'm not in the green zone yet, I have more control of my hunger than I ever have. I'm undecided if I'll get more Fluid in my band or not as this seems to be working fine. Carolinagirl had band and plication and has never had a fill and has lost a lot of weight. She is my hero.

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♕ajtexas♕    3,771

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I had both and have only 2.5 cc in my band and am losing fine and feel even though I'm not in the green zone yet, I have more control of my hunger than I ever have. I'm undecided if I'll get more Fluid in my band or not as this seems to be working fine. Carolinagirl had band and plication and has never had a fill and has lost a lot of weight. She is my hero.

CG is my hero too!!!

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ShericaK    2

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I had lapband with plication on July 18' date=' 2013. I think I've seen several other people on here that have had the same. Do you have questions about the procedure, or just looking for support? I think the plication probably definitely helps! :)[/quote']

Yes, I really need support and have questions about my procedure.

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♕ajtexas♕    3,771

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Yes, I really need support and have questions about my procedure.

I pm'd Carolina Girl this link. She will answer any of your questions. I'm sure she will reply in the morning.

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☠carolinagirl☠    18,722

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i had lap band and plication surgery and also had a hernia repair...it has worked well for me.....my dr told me straight off, if i did not change what i ate...begin to exercise, no WLS he gave me would work...

i do not have any fills although i have primer in from surgery. i do not know how much...the plication helps me feel full (quicker and at about 1 to 1/2 cups of protein/food, i am feeling very full)....i cant say any neg about it...it has helped me lose nearly 150 pounds in 16 months....i will say however, that i am terrified of hurting myself by overeating so i follow what my dr advised me nearly to the letter....i go monthly to my dr and i have xrays of my band every 3 months....its a process....i have support and the best support is from myself...

best of luck to you and everyone

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☠carolinagirl☠    18,722

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CG is my hero too!!!

aint you sweet.......you continue to inspire me daily.....need more clothes as i am getting there :wub:

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☠carolinagirl☠    18,722

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I had both and have only 2.5 cc in my band and am losing fine and feel even though I'm not in the green zone yet, I have more control of my hunger than I ever have. I'm undecided if I'll get more Fluid in my band or not as this seems to be working fine. Carolinagirl had band and plication and has never had a fill and has lost a lot of weight. She is my hero.

aint you sweet too.....bless your heart :) i am so proud of you honey....your friendship means the world to me...am always here for you

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blondegal_    1,028

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Yes' date=' I really need support and have questions about my procedure.[/quote']

Well ask away...

We will try our best to answer them.

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ShericaK    2

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I am having a really difficult time getting comfortable at night for bed. I would really appreciate if anyone could tell me some of the ways you were able to get comfortable to fall asleep post op

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Toddy    758

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I am having a really difficult time getting comfortable at night for bed. I would really appreciate if anyone could tell me some of the ways you were able to get comfortable to fall asleep post op

Please be more descriptive. What exactly is uncomfortable? I never had any trouble sleeping, but have read here that several people have slept in a recliner for a short time after surgery.

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blondegal_    1,028

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For the first week I just don't think it's possible to truly be comfortable. I took my pain meds and then practically made a nest with pillows. Which every way I might have turned there was a soft pillow to rest on. Also try being active during the day. Just a lil bit will help you sleep better.

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Try using a body pillow at night. You can either hug it or place it at your back to lean on.

If your port is in pain, or other incisions try using an icepack. If your having shoulder/gas pain try a warm heat in that area but no on the wounds.

If you are having an internal discomfort (reflux or nausea) when sleeping please give your Dr.'s office a call and let them know.

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