Question for those who had lap band..
Hi Everyone!
A friend of mine is scheduled to have the lap band. She is curious how long it takes for the tummy to be well enough to wear something around her waist. I had gastric bypass over 3 years ago (wow that long) but I don't know if having the band makes the waist more tender. How long did you have to wait to wear something around your waist?
I hope everyone is doing well! I love coming back to the boards and seeing that PA is still the best board here ! :=)
Georianne
A friend of mine is scheduled to have the lap band. She is curious how long it takes for the tummy to be well enough to wear something around her waist. I had gastric bypass over 3 years ago (wow that long) but I don't know if having the band makes the waist more tender. How long did you have to wait to wear something around your waist?
I hope everyone is doing well! I love coming back to the boards and seeing that PA is still the best board here ! :=)
Georianne
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I have the band but it was so long ago I just can't remember! I did have port replacement last fall and I wore stretchy loose clothes for a few days but went back to work in my dress clothes a few days later. Hope this helps and good luck to your friend.

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Revision from lapband to RNY 12/26/17 with Dr. Caitlin Halbert
HW 260 SW 248 CW 154 GW 145
Gallbladder removed 9/18
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