I have what I can describe as cramps around my lap band port. Why?

No!  You should not be vomiting daily with your band, your band is too tight and you are at risk for a band slip, or may have already had a slip.  You need to have your band unfilled immediately, and if that doesn't relieve this issue, you need a band removal.  Once your band is...

Check the protein shakes you are using, some are very high in carbs, which stores as fat, so you want to avoid those, also avoid artificial sweeteners! Find a shake that are clean without stimulants, artificial sweeteners, or sugar.   It makes a huge difference.  Toxins are stored...

Hello, Thanks for you question. Sorry to hear the lap band has not worked for you long term. I hope you feel confident in your care plan. As for drinking alcohol after removal, there are generally no restrictions on alcohol consumption after removal. Best wishes, Dr. Moein

Hello, Thank you for your question. I’m sorry to read about your recent difficulties. It is certainly possible your symptoms are being caused by band slippage. Symptoms of gastric band slippage include: 1. Heartburn/reflux aka gastroesophageal reflux disease GERD)  2. Pain w...

Hello, I hope you are well. After a lap band it would be most appropiate a conversion to gastric sleeve. Although a decision between a sleeve and a bypass depends on various factors that you do not mention, a gastric sleeve is probably your best choice.

Hello, Thank you for your question. Yes, when the band is deflated, your stomach will essentially feel it has returned to its “normal size” (even though the actual size of your stomach remains the same with or without the band.) Out of concern for potential complications of the lap band, som...