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While it's one of the best tools available to address the weight and health issues associated with obesity, weight loss surgery can often be a bumpy road both before and after surgery.
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Gastric Sleeve Surgery After Failed Lap Band Surgery
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Weight Loss Surgery for Morbidly Obese Patient That Does Not Overeat
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Denied for sleeve trying for lap band, has anyone had any success in similar situation? I found out last week that I was denied for the gastric surgery, not just the gastric sleeve. I went to Sibley Hospital in DC and paid $600 for their program....
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Can't get a perfect lap band adjustment
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Can you lose so much weight that the port becomes too long?
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Seeking conversion from lap band to gastric bypass
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Felling hungry less than a week after gastric bypass surgery - is this normal?
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Which is better: sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass?
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