Lap Band: Q&A
Ask a QuestionGastric 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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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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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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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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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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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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