fullmoon13
Member
I had the lap band yesterday. Still kinda soar not not much unless I stand up. Then it kinda sucks. Has anyone had any trouble with the lap band?
Had surgery yesterday!!!
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Brenda2010
Member
I can't speak to the lap band but congratulations on a successful surgery! We look forward to hearing more from you along your journey.
dianeseattle
Member
Moon, you have asked a very important question. A lot of people here have had the lap band surgery. Most of them have had revisions or reoperations because the lap band has not stood the test of time.
I would say to be very vigilant. If you have any discomfort at all after the period where you should have healed, immediately contact a physician. The lap band surgery is almost obsolete, and has in fact been removed from the list of healthcare-covered procedures in Canada
The pain you're feeling now will subside pretty soon and you will lose weight, though not as quickly as with RYGB or ESG.
I'm not going to list the possible hazards with the Lap-Band, but you should look them up and keep them in mind. I'm sorry that I am saying all this, because you already had the surgery. But there's a possibility you will live the rest of your life with a Lap Band that works just fine.
Everyone who has a bariatric procedure has to be mindful of possible side effects or repercussions. The Lap-Band just has plummeted in choice over the last 30 years because of the high percentage of post-op problems.
Again, be vigilant. Just pay close attention to how your body is working. If anything seems like it's going wrong, immediately contact a physician.
I would say to be very vigilant. If you have any discomfort at all after the period where you should have healed, immediately contact a physician. The lap band surgery is almost obsolete, and has in fact been removed from the list of healthcare-covered procedures in Canada
The pain you're feeling now will subside pretty soon and you will lose weight, though not as quickly as with RYGB or ESG.
I'm not going to list the possible hazards with the Lap-Band, but you should look them up and keep them in mind. I'm sorry that I am saying all this, because you already had the surgery. But there's a possibility you will live the rest of your life with a Lap Band that works just fine.
Everyone who has a bariatric procedure has to be mindful of possible side effects or repercussions. The Lap-Band just has plummeted in choice over the last 30 years because of the high percentage of post-op problems.
Again, be vigilant. Just pay close attention to how your body is working. If anything seems like it's going wrong, immediately contact a physician.
ttyson
Member
It wasn’t for me, but I wish you luck. I know it is successful for some.
ShrinkyDink
Member
I've had my LapBand for 15 years. I have had some trouble with it, but I initially lost 100lbs with it. My trouble started with taking Aleve. DO NOT TAKE ANY NSAIDS!!! If you don't know what NSAIDS are, look them up. They will irritate and swell your band shut. I was aspirating at night due to the pouch inflammation. It was miserable. Due to extreme stress and anxiety after adopting 3 kids from the state, I had to have all of the fill let out. I was so tense, that the tight band was causing me extreme stomach pain. I gained back all my weight plus 30lbs. Just listen to your body, go slow, and don't get it too tight.
I am working toward getting a revision to the gastric sleeve. There is another support group called LapBandtalk.com. It has been around forever, and they have long term members from all over the world. If you have specific LapBand questions, they may be a good resource. Good Luck!!! Don't get discouraged. There are many people that HAVE HAD GOOD success with the band. You can do this!!!
I am working toward getting a revision to the gastric sleeve. There is another support group called LapBandtalk.com. It has been around forever, and they have long term members from all over the world. If you have specific LapBand questions, they may be a good resource. Good Luck!!! Don't get discouraged. There are many people that HAVE HAD GOOD success with the band. You can do this!!!
