Gastric Band Slippage Symptoms

What are signs that your gastric band has slipped? I've been having reflux like symptoms, but don't know if that means anything or just not to eat...

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Can You Get Liposuction and a Full Tummy Tuck with a Lapband in

Im getting the lapband can i get lipo and a full tummytuck

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Does Gastric Banding Result in a Lot of Excess Flabby Skin?

Once I have the stomach stapling procedure, will I end up with a lot of flabby skin?

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Can I Get Gastric Band Surgery if my BMI is Normal?

I am 5'5" and weigh 59 kilograms (130 pounds) and have an average BMI; however, i am struggling to lose a bit more weight as a result of my...

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Does Lap-Band Work on Low BMI but Overweight People?

My BMI is 28, I am 5'3" and weigh 160 lbs. I have a high triglyceride. Both of my parents have type 2 diabetes. My doctor has told me I am at...

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Does a Lap Band Have to Be Removed After So May Fills or Years?

Does a Lap Band 'expire' after so many uses or years?

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Realize Band Recall

I got a Realize band a few years ago and now I read on a blog that they're being recalled. Do I need to get a new band? Am I in danger if I don't?

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Sore Gastric Band Port 4 Years Post-op

4 years after gastric band my port area is sore, have lost 14 stone and now do lot of sit ups, could it be port moving about?

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How Many Times Can a Lap Band Be Filled?

Is there a limit to how many times a Lap Band can be filled?

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Will I Still Be Hungry After Lap Band Surgery?

I feel like I'm always hungry and that's why I'm overweight. I don't eat bad foods, just a lot of food. Will a Lap Band help?

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Can a Lap Band Leak?

Can a band leak and cause problems down the road? Would I need another surgery if this happens?

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How Much Does Gastric Banding Cost?

Without insurance, what does the gastric banding procedure usually cost?

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Is the Lap Band Reversible?

Can a Lap Band be removed if I reach my target goal?

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Gastric Banding Less Invasive?

Is gastric banding less invasive than gastric bypass? What kinds of drawbacks are there to gastric banding? I've heard you can stretch the bands back...

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When Can I Go Back to Work After Gastric Banding?

I have a desk job and I can get a week off work without having to tell my boss why I need the time. Is this enough time to get the band and be back to...

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Will I Need to Lose Weight Before Getting a Lap Band?

I'm going to be having a Lap Band operation and was wondering if there is a certain weight I need to be, before I can have the operation?

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Can Lap Band Be Done Several Years After a Gastric Bypass to Start Losing Weight Again?

I had gastric bypass 10 years ago and have regained about 50 pounds and cannot lose it not matter what. Is lap band an option to assist in losing...

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Is It Possible to Be Allergic to the Lap Band?

I am allergic to adhesive and Latex (among other things). What are chances of being allergic to the Lap-Band and how will I know?

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Single Incision Gastric Band Through the Belly Button

I found a doctor near me who says he's one of the only surgeons that can do Single incision Gastric Band through the belly button. is this a very...

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How Young is Too Young for a Lap Band?

Is someone under 17 able to get a Lap Band?

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Gastroplasty Revision: I Need to Know Where to Go to Get a Revision.

I had gastroplasty in 2002, I lost the weight and now have gained again. I went and had an EGD the Dr. I went to told me the band had eroded thru my...

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How Long Does Lap Band Surgery Take?

How long is the lap band surgery?

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How is the Lap Band Filled?

I'm afraid of needles. Is that how the band is adjusted? Can I be put to sleep for this?

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How Much Does It Cost to Have a Lap Band Filled?

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How Much Does a Gastric Band Cost?

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During Bariactric Surgery, Can a Doctor Remove Visceral Fat?

When I was 6'2", 175 lbs, and very active, I had high cholesterol and more visceral fat than others. Now years later, I am 275 lbs and looking...

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Can I Get a Tummy Tuck After Lapband Surgery?

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Post-op Lap Band - When Can I Return to Work?

I have a normal 9-5 desk job with occasional lifting (file boxes, etc). How long do I need to take off after lap band surgery?

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Realize Band Vs. Lap Band - What's the Difference?

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5cc in Lap Band Instead of 7cc - What Should I Do?

I want for a fill and instead of 7cc from the preveious time 3 months ago i find 5cc. what should i do?

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If a Lap Band and Lifestyle Change Does Not Produce Satisfactory Weight Loss, What Other Options Are Available?

Are there any added or hidden risks associated with undergoing gastric bypass within a short time (one to two years)?

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Is Lap Band Surgery Effective if You've Had a Total Thyroidectomy?

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Can You Have More Children After a Gastric Band? I Already Have Two but May Want More..

I am 25yrs old with two children, I am 5,2ft and weigh 18 stone. I am considering weight loss surgery such as a gastric band but I think I will want...

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Can Diabetes Complicate Lap Band Recovery?

Does type 1 diabetes cause problems recovering from bariatric surgery? Do most diabetics do well after the procedure?

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LapBand Revision During Tummy Tuck?

My lap band was placed in Dec of '07, and it never really worked right - I had it confirmed via flouroscopy in '09 that the band itself was...

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Do I Have to Go Through the Preop Procedures Again if I've Already Had a Lap Band and Now Want Gastric Bypass?

I had lap band surgery three years ago. It never did what it was placed in me to do. I believe there is a leak in the band. The saline was always gone...

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