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I had gastric sleeve and went from 290 to 164. now i am 225. can a lapband be added! i have many comorbidies and my bmi is 40?
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Discuss this issue: With ur pcp , GI and surgeon. I don't think a lap band on top of a gastric sleeve is feasible. U have to help urself by dieting, exercising etc. God bless u! http://www.fitday.com/fitness-articles/nutrition/weight-loss-1/losing-obesity-weight-quickly-and-healthily.html. http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2012/11/26/herbs-and-spices.aspx#!
Answered 6/10/2014
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