Hi everyone,

I haven't posted in a while as things have been rather quiet on the weightloss/band front.

Over the past several weeks, I've had very bad pains in the upper right part of my abdomen - At first I thought it was my lapband, but after some research it became clear that it was probably a gallbladder problem. I have most of the symptoms and so my doctor has ordered a series of tests and has done a physical exam - he says he'll bet his Mercedes (albeit an old one) that I have gallstones.

Apparently this is quite common (1 in 4) with people who have lost weight rapidly and/or have had significant weight fluctuations. As I'll most likely need to have my gallbladder removed, I've been looking for information on gallbladder surgery and those who have lapbands...do any of you have any info on this topic? I'm curious as to what happens to my band if I need the surgery?

Thankfully my lapband surgeon is local and also does other types of surgeries including gallbladders. I'm relieved he's just 10 minutes away.

I've just heard back from my surgeon (thankfully he also did my lapband!!) that I definitely need my gallbladder out - I'm scheduled for surgery March 18th. Unless something goes drastically wrong, it will done laproscopically - I should be in and out the same day. Until then, I must stay away from foods on the 'bad' list. There may be other damage (pancreas and liver) but that should heal on its own providing I get the gallbladder out soon.

Wish me luck.

Edited February 21, 200917 yr by innotu

Best of luck, innotu.

I've just heard back from my surgeon (thankfully he also did my lapband!!) that I definitely need my gallbladder out - I'm scheduled for surgery March 18th. Unless something goes drastically wrong, it will done laproscopically - I should be in and out the same day. Until then, I must stay away from foods on the 'bad' list. There may be other damage (pancreas and liver) but that should heal on its own providing I get the gallbladder out soon.

Wish me luck.

Best wishes, Innotu! Sorry it came down to surgery, but I'll be praying and hoping for the best. Let us know how you're doing!