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Removing lap band port only - Is it possible?

I have a lap band placed way back in 2009. I have had no problems or issues with it but I never lost significant weight with it either

Lap band removal - is using mesh (to prevent scar tissue) necessary?

I am having my lap band removed. The surgeon talked about placing mesh on my stomach, during the surgery, after band is removed, to prevent

Will I gain weight after lap band removal if it's always been unfilled?

Lap band placed in 2006. NEVER filled. ALWAYS been UNFILLED. Considering removal b/c I dont think I should keep a foreign object in my

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Do I need my lap band emptied before I get a revision? Is there a preference between sleeve and bypass after lap band?

Underwent lap band in 2008. Lost 50+ lbs. But would like to loose 70 more. I am 36 yrs old. I sought two quotes for revision from lap band

I'm having pain all the time in the left shoulder after having lap band surgery. Are they related?

The pain is all the time. Specially after eating and drinking. I had my surgery in Dec 2018. What is causing my pain.

Night reflux/night cough 6 years after getting gastric band. Is it worth emptying and trying again?

Ive had my gastric band for 6 years and in the last 3 i started having heartburn and night coughs . Ive had a X-ray and no issues were

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

Before that I had gastric bypass. I was told the out going hole had been stretched and I was eating non stop. And a whole host of other

Is it safe to have my lap band inflated while I am having chemotherapy?

I have had my lap band deflated for surgery and have gained a few kilos. Is it safe for it to be inflated while I am having chemotherapy?

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?