I have had my lap band for 6 yrs and had no problems until now. The last three days I have not been able to eat anything except a little water and melted ice cream. I have had excess gas just recently and noticed how bloated my stomach was, could it have pushed up my lap band??? I can't add a photo as there is nothing to show now. Many thanks..
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The Lap Band is designed to be a permanent implant. If the Lap Band is removed, studies show that patients will likely regain the weight they have lost. During the Lap Band procedure there are no permanent changes made to the stomach, so if the band is removed the stomach...
A non-coring needle is required, otherwise the port is damaged and can leak. examples are a huber needle, or a lap band needle, but they are basically the same, and what you'll notice is that instead of being totally straight, that the tip of the need is bent or curved.
No, heartburn is not normal and may indicate that the band has been over adjusted. This is something that needs to be brought to the attention of the clinic as long term blockage may cause stretching of the pouch.
